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Ondo Church Kidnap Victims Regain Freedom Amid Reports of ₦9m Ransom Payment

Victims abducted during a church-related incident in Ondo State have regained their freedom after days in captivity, bringing relief to families and local authorities. Security sources confirmed that the victims were released following coordinated efforts involving community leaders and security agencies amid ongoing concerns about kidnappings across parts of southwestern Nigeria.

ICPC to Prosecute Five Airport Officers Over Alleged El-Rufai Bribes

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Five Nigerian security officials are set to face prosecution after investigators said they accepted bribes from former Kaduna governor Nasir El-Rufai to obstruct a lawful arrest operation at Abuja’s Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport. Authorities say the officers facilitated unauthorised access to restricted airport areas during the incident that followed El-Rufai’s return from Cairo last month.

Police Launch State Policing Committee as Nigeria Debates Decentralised Security Model

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Nigeria has taken a new step in the long-running debate over decentralised law enforcement after police authorities inaugurated a state policing committee in Nigeria to design a workable operational framework. The committee is expected to examine recruitment standards, oversight mechanisms and coordination structures as the country explores whether state police could strengthen internal security and community response capacity

Tinubu Swears in Tunji Disu as Nigeria’s 23rd Inspector-General of Police

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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has formally sworn in Tunji Disu as Nigeria’s new Inspector-General of Police, marking a significant leadership transition within the country’s security architecture. The ceremony at the State House in Abuja also included the swearing-in of new federal commissioners, as the administration signals renewed institutional direction for governance and law enforcement.

US Embassy Cancels Abuja Visa Appointments Over Protest Fears Linked to US–Iran Conflict

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The US Embassy cancels Abuja visa appointments scheduled for March 4 after issuing a security advisory warning of possible protests tied to the escalating US–Iran conflict. The precautionary move reflects rising global tensions following reported strikes that killed senior Iranian leaders, prompting missile retaliation across the Gulf and triggering diplomatic and security alerts worldwide.

ICPC Obtains 14-Day Detention Order for El-Rufai, Details Allegations in Court

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The ICPC says it secured a 14-day remand order to detain former Kaduna governor Nasir El-Rufai while investigating corruption and security-related allegations. In court filings, the commission detailed financial transactions, alleged diversion of funds and recovery of sensitive documents and equipment. El-Rufai denies wrongdoing and describes the probe as political persecution.

Gulf States Declare Right to Respond After Iranian Missile Attacks

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Gulf Cooperation Council members have declared their right to respond after Iranian missile and drone attacks struck territories across the region. Following an emergency meeting, the bloc warned it would take all necessary measures to defend sovereignty and protect citizens. The escalation follows US-Israeli strikes that killed Iran’s supreme leader.

Iran Supreme Leader Killed as Power Vacuum Opens and Gulf Shockwaves Spread

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Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has been killed in joint US-Israeli strikes, forcing Tehran into a constitution-led succession process. A three-member interim council has been announced as Iran launches missiles and drones across the region, drawing Gulf states into the blast radius and raising fears of an expanded war that could reshape Middle East security

Amnesty Alleges Torture, Extrajudicial Killings at Imo ‘Tiger Base’ Police Unit

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The Amnesty Tiger Base report alleges torture, extrajudicial executions, enforced disappearances and systematic extortion at the Nigeria Police Anti-Kidnapping Unit in Owerri, Imo State. Civil society groups are demanding immediate investigation and disbandment, while police authorities reject the claims as unfounded and part of a smear campaign.

Disu Outlines Zero Tolerance Reform Agenda After Appointment as Acting IGP

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Newly appointed Acting Inspector General of Police Tunji Disu has outlined a zero tolerance reform agenda, pledging to tackle misconduct, strengthen operational discipline and improve internal accountability across the Nigeria Police Force. The Disu Zero Tolerance Reform Agenda comes amid heightened public scrutiny over security effectiveness and institutional credibility.