Nigeria’s Federal Government has called on wealthy individuals, philanthropists, business leaders and corporate organisations to invest in establishing fire stations across the country, as the authorities seek to strengthen emergency response capability. The call was made by the Controller-General of the Federal Fire Service (FFS), Olumode...
Nigeria’s President Bola Tinubu has approved the recruitment of 28,000 additional military personnel as part of efforts to strengthen the country’s security capabilities amid ongoing violence and conflict. The recruitment drive comes as Africa’s most populous nation continues to face long-running security challenges across its northern...
The United States Africa Command (AFRICOM) is advocating a greater emphasis on intelligence-led security operations across Africa, with Nigeria highlighted as an example of how intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance (ISR) support can strengthen locally led counterterrorism efforts. Speaking on 2 July, after the 2026 African Chiefs...
[info_box point1="The Nigerian Army has suspended statutory and voluntary retirements for specific categories of officers under a nationwide security emergency" point2="The move is intended to retain manpower and experience as the Armed Forces expand operations against worsening insecurity" point3="The policy could reshape personnel management and...
[info_box point1="Federal Fire Service and Tony Elumelu Foundation will train 7,400 Nigerians on fire safety preparedness nationwide" point2="The programme will train 200 people in each state and the FCT, focusing on prevention, early warning and basic emergency response" point3="Trained participants will act as community fire...
[info_box point1="According to Cyfirma Research, Nigeria has seen a significant rise in data breaches" point2= "'Cyber Threat Assessment- Nigeria' showed that the dark web revealed the sale of stolen banking databases and credentials" point3="Cyfirma Research suggests that in light of these issues, it is crucial...
[info_box point1="At least ten individuals have lost their lives, and 25 others have suffered injuries following a fire that erupted in a high-rise building in Lagos, Nigeria" point2= "Many of the victims were commercial workers trapped inside" point3="Survivors report enduring severe burns and fractures while...
[info_box point1="The National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) is planning to allocate N35 million in its 2025 budget for improving cybersecurity" point2="This decision comes after a cyberattack on 18 December 2024 that compromised the bureau's website" point3="The NBS's vulnerability highlights the urgent need for better cybersecurity...
A fuel tanker exploded in northern Nigeria, and killed at least 153 people who had attempted to collect leaking petrol, officials say. The fire consumed the vehicle, and was cordoned off to the public in Jigawa state, the police told the BBC. Officers claim that they had...
Sectigo announced a new distribution partnership with TRINEXIA, aimed at expanding its footprint in the Middle East and Africa. Trusted by over 700,000 businesses worldwide, Sectigo's digital security solutions are relied upon by more than 36 per cent of Fortune 1000 companies, many of which have...