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Rising Insecurity In Nigeria: Security Expert Warns U.S. Military Support Won’t Yield Instant Results.

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Renewed violence across parts of Northern Nigeria has intensified fears among residents, even as discussions continue over the potential impact of recent United States military support and deployment to the country.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

In Zamfara State, communities in Dan Jibga and Keta, Tsafe Local Government Area, remain under siege by armed bandits who have reportedly blocked security forces from accessing the area. According to DAILY POST, a security operation last week ended in casualties when a bomb exploded between Keta and Dan Jibga, killing some personnel and injuring others as attempts to break the siege failed. The situation has left villagers fearful and unable to move freely.

Violence has also surged in Plateau State. In Barkin Ladi and Riyom local government areas, at least twelve people were reportedly killed in separate attacks attributed to armed assailants. The killings prompted fresh displacement, with families fleeing to nearby communities deemed safer. In a related incident, suspected Berom militia members allegedly carried out a reprisal attack, killing four Muslim travelers on the road to Pankshin while they were heading to a local market. The attacks have escalated tensions in the region, which has a history of communal violence.

Kebbi State has not been spared. Bandits in the southern part of the state reportedly demanded N100 million from residents of Utouno in Ngaski Local Government Area, threatening attacks if the money was not paid. Many families have fled to neighboring villages to escape the threat.

The recent deployment of U.S. personnel to support Nigeria’s security efforts has sparked debate over whether their presence will provide immediate relief. In an exclusive interview with DAILY POST, retired military officer and security analyst Major Muhammad Bashir Galma (Rtd) cautioned that instant results should not be expected.

“You cannot expect the impact of their arrival immediately. They are primarily here for training, which involves equipping our personnel with skills, strategies, and possibly technical equipment. These processes take time before any effects are seen,” Galma explained.

He added that even with new tactical knowledge or equipment, measurable improvements may take months. “Effective deployment requires planning and coordination. They are not here to enter unfamiliar terrain and fight battles; that is not their mandate,” he said, emphasizing that the U.S. mission focuses on capacity building rather than direct combat.

Galma noted, “People should ask, when does training show results? Certainly not now. It may take several months, if at all, before its impact is visible. Patience is required.”

While acknowledging the ongoing efforts of Nigerian security forces, particularly in the North-East, he warned that political interference and vested interests benefiting from insecurity could undermine progress.

“Whenever political actors or individuals profit from instability, it complicates the fight. Many people are aware of what is happening,” he said. On reports of ransom payments during some rescue operations, Galma described the claims as unverified, urging caution before drawing conclusions.

Meanwhile, residents in affected states continue to call for urgent and sustainable measures to restore peace. While international cooperation may strengthen Nigeria’s security over time, communities facing daily threats remain primarily concerned with survival.

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Tinubu Directs Shettima To Lead Nigeria’s Delegation To UNGA

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President Bola Tinubu will not attend the 81st Session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in New York. Instead, the President has directed Vice President Kashim Shettima to lead Nigeria’s delegation to the annual global gathering.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

This decision, announced in a statement on Sunday by the Vice President’s spokesman, Stanley Nkwocha, resolves weeks of uncertainty regarding President Tinubu’s attendance. Nigeria’s Permanent Representative to the UN, Jimoh Ibrahim, had previously indicated that arrangements were being made for the President to attend, including a planned seating arrangement near U.S. President Donald Trump.

The high-level delegation to be led by Vice President Shettima will include Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara, Zamfara State Governor Dauda Lawal, various ministers, and other senior government officials.

Agenda in New York

The 81st UNGA General Debate is scheduled to take place from September 22 to September 28, 2026, under the theme, “Restoring trust, managing transformation: A United Nations that delivers for all.”

According to the Presidency’s statement, Vice President Shettima will represent President Tinubu at the summit. His engagements will include:

  • Delivering Nigeria’s National Statement: Outlining the country’s position on major global issues affecting development, peace, security, and international cooperation.

  • High-Level Meetings: Participating in discussions on critical topics such as the Right to Development and climate action.

  • Bilateral Engagements: Joining the traditional reception for Heads of Delegation and holding a series of meetings with world leaders, heads of international organizations, and development partners.

Through these engagements, the delegation aims to advance President Tinubu’s economic diplomacy, deepen strategic partnerships, and strengthen Nigeria’s advocacy for reform of the global financial architecture, sustainable development, and multilateral cooperation.

This marks the third consecutive UNGA session President Tinubu has missed since assuming office. Vice President Shettima is expected to return to Nigeria at the conclusion of his engagements in New York.

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Massive Bust! NDLEA Intercepts ₦3.4 Billion Worth Of Illicit Drugs In Epic Operation!

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The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has seized over 1.3 million pills of tramadol and other opioids, alongside approximately 6,000kg of cannabis, carrying a combined street value exceeding ₦3.4 billion across multiple states and the Federal Capital Territory.

  • Tin-Can Island Port, Lagos: Operatives intercepted 1,200 parcels of Canadian Loud (a potent strain of cannabis) weighing 603.75kg and valued at ₦1.81 billion. The shipment arrived from Montreal on September 12 and was discovered hidden inside 31 black jumbo bags loaded in two Toyota Sienna vehicles within a 40-foot container.

  • Delta State: Operatives arrested 49-year-old Innocent Ekpe and his accomplice, 39-year-old Nduka Joseph, along the Benin-Onitsha Expressway in Asaba. Ekpe was transporting 292.48kg of skunk in a silver Toyota Sienna bus and had been using a forged police ID card to pose as a Deputy Superintendent of Police named Godwin Emeka to bypass security checkpoints.

  • Edo State: Acting on intelligence, operatives raided an auto-repair workshop on Agbor Road, Benin City, arresting 45-year-old Matthew Ossai and recovering 48kg of Canadian Loud and 152g of methamphetamine used as a front for storage.

  • Niger State: Three suspects—Bashir Usman (20), Abubakar Nuhu (18), and Abdulrahman Abdulwahab (18)—were arrested along the Abuja-Kaduna Expressway. They were found with two locally fabricated AK-47 rifles, a pistol, magazines, and 9mm ammunition concealed in a travel bag.

  • Abaji-Abuja Highway: Authorities arrested Aminu Isyaku (23) and Jamilu Habibu (25), recovering over 1.1 million assorted tramadol pills, codeine syrup, methamphetamine, and Exol tablets hidden in eight sacks while traveling from Onitsha to Mararaba.

  • Lagos (Surulere & Apongbo): Onyeka Ofor was arrested in Aguda with 48,900 pills of tramadol 225mg, Luke Ugokwe was nabbed after 59kg of cannabis was intercepted at a logistics company, and Ibrahim Hudu (43) was arrested with 998.38kg of nitrous oxide gas.

  • Gombe State: 154,480 capsules of tramadol were recovered from Sabi’u Umar (27) and Hassana Muhammad (19) in separate arrests at Barunde and the Gombe Main Market.

Agency Commendation

Following the operations, the NDLEA Chairman, Brig. Gen. Mohamed Buba Marwa (retd.), commended the officers and men across the affected commands, urging them to maintain intelligence-driven strategies and a balanced approach to drug control nationwide.

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2027: Lagos APC Bans Candidates From Travelling Abroad.

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The Lagos State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has issued a directive requiring all its candidates to remain in Nigeria until the conclusion of the 2027 general election.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

The announcement was made by the state party chairman, Pastor Cornelius Ojelabi, during the inauguration of the Tinubu-Hamzat Campaign Council at the APC secretariat in Ogba, Ikeja.

According to Ojelabi, this measure is designed to ensure that all candidates and party members remain fully focused on campaign preparations and mobilization activities. He also cautioned against underestimating opposition parties, stressing the need for total commitment to the electoral process.

Key Highlights from Chairman Ojelabi’s Address:

  • Travel Ban: “No candidate is allowed to travel outside the country until after the general election.”

  • Campaign Conduct: Ojelabi called for a peaceful campaign, free of hatred, thuggery, and violence, emphasizing that unity must be the party’s strength.

  • A Case for Continuity: Highlighting Lagos as responsible for 33% of Nigeria’s GDP, he argued that the state is too critical to be left to “trial and error.” He praised the president for stabilizing the economy, achieving a trade surplus, and driving key reforms in agriculture, the Lekki Trade Zone, and taxation (including the first tax reform since 1938).

  • Call to Action: He urged members to actively mobilize voters for the entire APC ticket, encompassing the presidential, senatorial, House of Representatives, and House of Assembly candidates.

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