Tag: Security Agencies

Niger Govt reaffirms support to Security Agencies tackling insecurity

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Niger State Government said it will continue to support Security Agencies in the fight against kidnapping, banditry and other forms of criminality in the State. This was disclosed by the State Governor, Alhaji Abubakar Sani Bello at the Passing-Out-Parade of about 101 Officers of Niger State Command of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) who completed special weapon handling training in Minna. The Governor who was represented by Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Ahmed Ibrahim Matane further stated that the State Government has been working closely with…

KAGARA : Gov Sani Bello boosts morale of Security Agencies …. visits families of abducted Islamiyyah school children

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The Niger state Governor ,Abubakar Sani Bello has ordered combined security agencies, comprising of the Military, Police, Civil Defense, and Vigilante Corps to comb the forests to rescue the abducted Tegina Islamiyyah School children. Governor Sani Bello gave this directive when he visited the team of the combined security force to boost their morale in Kagara the headquarters of, Rafi local government. The Governor said that it was time for government to take decisive action towards ending the bandits activities that is forcefully changing the lives of the people especially…

2021 NDMRVMA: NHRC Boss charges security agencies to explore new strategies,rid Nigeria of criminal elements

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The National Human Rights Commission has joined all Nigerians to mark the 2021 National Day of Mourning and Remembrance of Victims of Mass Atrocities (NDMRVMA). The Commission called on the the Nigerian Police Force and other law enforcement agencies to rejig their strategies and fish out all criminals and enemies of the state who are continually fueling insecurity, ethnic and religious violence, killings, kidnappings, sexual and gender based violence etc. so as to restore citizens confidence in the ability of the government to protect them. Executive Secretary of the Commission,…

Senate asks Ag.IGP, security agencies to investigate Ebonyi killings

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The Senate has called on the Acting Inspector-General of Police, Usman Alkali Baba, to carry out a comprehensive investigation into the killings and kidnapping of citizens in Ebonyi state by alleged herdsmen. The upper chamber made the call amid resolutions reached, sequel to the consideration of a motion brought to the floor by Senator Sam Egwu (PDP, Ebonyi North) during plenary on Wednesday. Coming under order 42 and 52 of the Senate Rules, Egwu, in the motion titled: “urgent need for the federal government’s intervention to end the serial killing…

Osun Govt partners security agencies to strategize for A secured environment

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Osun State Security Council meeting took place today 8th March, 2021 at Government House, Oke-Fia, Osogbo; chaired by His Excellency Mr Adegboyega Oyetola, the Executive Governor of the State of Osun. Others present at the meeting were: the Deputy Governor of the State of Osun, His Excellency, Mr Benedit Olugboyega Alabi, the Secretary to the state Government, Chief of Staff, Deputy Chief of Staff, some executive cabinet members, Special Advisers and all Service Commanders attached to the State of Osun which included: Police, Army, Air Force, DSS, Immigration, Correctional Service,…

Gov Sani Bello condemns kidnap of NSTA passengers, mobilize security agencies for rescue mission

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Niger state Governor, Abubakar Sani Bello has condemned in strong terms the kidnap of about 20 passengers in Kundu village in Niger State. Governor Sani Bello in a statement described the incident as an act of inhumanity added that government will intensify efforts towards ensuring the safety of lives and property. The Governor maintained that his government will not surrender to criminals in form of bandits, kidnappers and cattle rustlers but will continue to utilize available resources and manpower to curb the menace. He further acknowledged the enormity of the…

We can’t abandon, demoralise police – Kwara Gov …. hails security agencies for their sacrifices

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Kwara State Governor,AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq on Wednesday made a passionate appeal to Nigerians to never turn their backs or abandon the police and other security agencies, stated the vast majority of the officers are patriots who are equally committed to a greater Nigeria. AbdulRazaq said the events of the past few weeks, especially the #EndSARS protest, should not be framed in a way that might leave officers and men of the police demoralised or dejected. “Demoralising the security forces, especially the police, might play into the hands of criminals who prefer…

#ENDSARS: Kwara Govt to support looted businesses with N500m · as Gov AbdulRazaq visits affected Malls,commends security agencies

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Kwara State Governor ,AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq has again condemned “the mindless looting” of people’s businesses in the state capital on Friday, insisted there can be no justification for such criminal behaviour. He commiserated with owners of all the businesses affected and announced a N500m fund to assist them as part of the administration’s efforts to bring them back on their feet following the incident. In a visit to the Kwara Mall and Agro Mall on Saturday evening, the Governor said the incident may bring businesses to their knees, and cause massive…

Edo 2020: CNPP Condemns FG over Vote Buying By Proxy …Calls on INEC, Security Agencies to End Vote Buying

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The Conference of Nigeria Political Parties (CNPP) has strongly condemned what it described as vote buying by proxy ahead of Saturday’s governorship election in Edo State, called on the federal government of Nigeria to refrain from acts capable of killing Nigeria’s democracy.   The CNPP in a statement signed by its Secretary General, Chief Willy Ezugwu warned that “acts of benevolence by the federal government in states during campaign periods have gone beyond coincidences to becoming a suspicious vote buying by proxy as is being witnessed in Edo State today.”…

Your role is critical, IGP tasks CSOs on Edo,Ondo Elections · ……calls for improved collaboration, partnership with security agencies

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The Inspector-General of Police, IGP M.A. Adamu, has called for improved collaboration and support from Civil Society Groups in the country as the Force planned and execute strategies toward the successful conduct of the September 19 and October 10, 2020 Edo and Ondo Gubernatorial Elections respectively. The IGP made the call during a one-day interactive session with conveners/representatives of the various Civil Society Organizations, today, 31st August, 2020 at the Force Headquarters, Abuja. The IGP, while observing that Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) played critical roles in the electioneering processes and…