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Yunusa Umar

July 10, 2026

FG to integrate 80 million Nigerian students into NIMC database

He said the ministry had integrated the National Learners’ Identification Number (LIN) with the NIN through the Nigeria Education Management Information System (NEMIS).

July 10, 2026

Borno: ISWAP’s Friday morning attacks thwarted, says military

“During the pursuit of the fleeing terrorists at Miringa, a mine-resistant ambush-protected vehicle triggered an improvised explosive device,” said the military.

July 10, 2026

FG, governors, responders to finalise plan on 112 emergency call initiative

The federal government is set to implement 112 as Nigeria’s single national emergency number, with plans to engage governors and emergency responders nationwide.

Vice-President Kashim Shettima
July 10, 2026

Chadian woman supplying hard drugs to Boko Haram/ISWAP terrorists nabbed: Military

The military said terrorists frequently used illicit drugs and intoxicants to stimulate fighters, suppress fear and facilitate violent operations.

Boko Haram/ISWAP terrorists
July 9, 2026

Soldier killed as ISWAP terrorists attack Borno military base

The army described the July 7 attack on the base as a coordinated assault that was successfully repelled by troops.

ISWAP
July 9, 2026

Soldiers’ salary increased from N49,000 to N100,000, says defence minister

Mr Musa also called for tougher penalties for kidnappers.

Nigerian Troops
July 9, 2026

Ogun vigilantes nabs man for kidnapping, rape

So-Safe Corps says it arrested a man, Abraham Michael, for the alleged abduction and rape of a teenager in the Gasline area of Sango.

July 9, 2026

Owa Prince Abduction: Police kill two alleged kidnappers in Ogun

The police command in Ogun says it killed two alleged kidnappers in an operation following the abduction of Prince Idris of Okun Owa.

July 8, 2026

Officers who wait for orders to kill terrorists will be treated as bandits: Defence Minister

Defence Minister Christopher Musa says security personnel do not need to wait for an order before engaging armed bandits or terrorists.

Defence minister Christopher Musa
July 8, 2026

Commercial driver arrested for absconding with hire-purchase vehicle

The police said the stolen vehicle was recovered in a well-coordinated intelligence operation.

Police