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- 27 Mar 2013
FG Goofs with Free eMail Counter-Terrorism Scheme
The Nigerian Army yesterday launched an online information system that will track and tackle terrorism in Nigeria but committed the fundamental blunders that will make the system dead on arrival and…
- 20 Jul 2026
Nigeria, United Kingdom Share Outcome of their Fourth Security and Defence Dialogue
Nigeria and The United Kingdom held the fourth Security and Defence Partnership (SDP) Dialogue at the Office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA) in Abuja, recently. The dialogue, an important…
- 25 Jun 2025
NFIU Credits AML/CFT Reforms behind Nigeria’s Nears Exit from FATF Greylist
Nigerian Financial Intelligence Unit (NFIU) has credited a series of strategic reforms under the national Anti-Money Laundering, Counter-Financing of Terrorism, and Counter-Proliferation Financing…
- 6 Nov 2012
Foreign Terror Groups Fuel Boko Haram-FG
Boko Haram, Islamist extremist group is said to be obtaining increasing cooperation from established terror groups operating in the Sahel and the federal government is waxing worriedly. Mohammed…
- 11 Feb 2020
Terrorists Turn to Social Media for Recruits– Pantami
Terror organisations now recruit foot soldiers through the social media, according to Dr. Isa Pantami, minister of Communications and Digital Economy. Dr. Isa Pantami Pantami also urged military and…
- 13 Mar 2014
Experts to Tackle Terrorism, Cyber Crime, Others At Securex 2014
Security experts are set to tackle the endemic issues on terrorism; cyber security; border, port and airport; counter intelligence, among others at this year’s security exhibition and conference…
- 29 Jul 2016
#NCSAbuja2016: Udoh Canvasses for Lawful Call Interception, Others
No doubt, it is through advancement in technology that countries like Nigeria can attain economic prosperity, growth and overcome most security problems; therefore, the country needs to develop…
- 31 May 2013
New 7411 National Directory Number Tackles Terrorism
Ms. Denise Cann, chief operating officer, 411ng.com, the company that developed 7411-national directory services has said that the service is open and can be used as counter terrorism number into…
- 14 Apr 2026
CISA Asks NDPC, Police to Act on Alleged Data Breach by NIPSS
Citizens Initiative for Safety Awareness (CISA), advocacy group focused on security, data protection, and counter-terrorism, has urged the Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC) to provide an…
- 29 Nov 2024
CBN Fines 29 Banks N15Bn for Violation of Money Laundering, Terrorism Financing Regulations
Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has said penalties totaling N15 billion were imposed on 29 banks for violations of Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Counter-Terrorism Financing (CTF) regulations.…
- 6 Feb 2015
FG Launches Three National Security Documents
In a renewed effort at tackling terrorism and cybercrimes, President Goodluck Jonathan on yesterday launched three national security documents. They were tagged National Security Strategy; Counter…
- 19 May 2017
Military Chiefs, Others Steal $15Bn- TI
Former military chiefs and politicians have reportedly stolen a whopping $15 billion – a sum equivalent to half of Nigeria’s foreign currency reserves – through “fraudulent arms procurement deals” in…
- 7 Mar 2014
Securex 2014 to Discuss Latest Security Technologies, Initiatives
Leading commercial, homeland and cyber security, fire protection and safety suppliers will be discussing their latest security initiatives, trends, challenges and emerging technologies at the 2014…
- 21 Oct 2015
Buhari Appoints Yakubu New INEC Chairman
Professor Mahmud Yakubu has been appointed chairman of the Independent national Electoral Commission (INEC). His appointment was approved by the Council of State which met Wednesday in Abuja. Aminu…
- 24 Oct 2025
FG Welcomes Nigeria’s Delisting from FATF Grey List
President Bola Tinubu has welcomed Nigeria’s delisting from the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) grey list. The FATF, which announced the delisting at its plenary in Paris, France, on Friday, is…
- 29 Jul 2015
Armed Forces Radio Goes Live in Abuja
Nigerian Armed Forces now run a live radio broadcast to educate and inform the public about military operations and activities. The Armed Forces radio located in Abuja transmits on 107. The radio was…
- E-Financial18 Aug 2026
Banks, Others Report 42,082 Transactions to NFIU
Financial institutions in Nigeria filed 42,082 suspicious transactions reports to the Nigerian Financial Intelligence Unit (NFIU) in 2025, as financial institutions stepped up compliance with anti-money laundering regulations amid tighter regulatory oversight.
- E-Financial16 Aug 2026
SEC Orders Capital Market Operators to Cut Banking, Business Ties with Iran, DPRK
Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has directed all capital market regulated entities to terminate correspondent banking relationships and restrict business dealings involving the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPRK) and Iran.
- 15 Jun 2026
CBN Orders Banks, Fintechs to Host Payment Data Locally
The Central Bank of Nigeria has directed banks, fintech firms, and other payment service providers to store payment transaction data generated within the country on local servers from January 1,…
- 27 Oct 2025
SEC Says FATF Delisting will Boost Investor Confidence in Nigeria
Emomotimi Agama, Director General, Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has applauded Nigeria’s removal from the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) grey list, describing it as a clear reflection…
- 24 Mar 2026
CBN Directs IMTOs to Open Naira Settlement Accounts
Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has directed all International Money Transfer Operators (IMTOs) operating in the country to open and maintain naira settlement accounts with authorised dealer banks, as…
- 5 Sept 2025
CBN Launches Compliance Department to Oversee Anti-Money Laundering, Cybersecurity
Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has announced the establishment of a new compliance department to strengthen oversight of non-prudential risks in the country’s financial sector. In a circular to…
- 1 Mar 2024
CBN Revokes Licenses of over 4,000 Bureau De Change Operators
Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has revoked the licenses of 4,173 Bureaux De Change (BDC) operators in the country. Yemi Cardoso, CBN Gov The CBN’s Acting Director of Corporate Communications, Sidi Ali…
- 22 Oct 2025
Interpol, Afripol Smash $260m Terror Financing Network in Nigeria, Others
Interpol and Afripol have uncovered a vast web of terrorist financing across Africa, leading to 83 arrests in six countries and the seizure of $260 million in cash and cryptocurrency linked to…
- 17 Jul 2026
FG, UNODC Plan National Strategy against Organized Crime
Federal government will next month launch Nigeria’s first national organized crime strategy to strengthen the country’s response to terrorism, cybercrime, human and drug trafficking, kidnapping,…
- 10 Jan 2015
UN Sees Jonathan, Buhari Contest as ‘Grave Test’
Mr. Ban Ki-Moon, secretary general of United Nations (UN), has expressed profound concern about the forthcoming Nigerian election, calling the presidential polls between President…
- 27 Nov 2025
IHS Nigeria Commits to National Security @ the Unveiling of the NCTC Strategic Plan
IHS Nigeria, the country’s leading communications infrastructure provider and a subsidiary of the IHS Towers Group, joined senior government officials, security leaders, members of the diplomatic…
- 4 Feb 2015
Plot to Stop Feb 14 Elections Thickens as Parties, Candidates Seek Suspension
With 16 out of the 28 registered political parties and five presidential candidates joining the campaign for the postponement of the general elections, whose first stanza holds on February 14, the…
- 21 Dec 2016
FAAN Says Airports Ready for Traffic Surge During Yuletide
The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has reassured members of the public, especially passengers and airline operators, that necessary operational and security measures have been put in…
- 16 Apr 2021
NIBSS Approves Standard Guidelines for BVN Matching System
The Nigeria Interbank Settlement System (NIBSS) has issued approved standard operating guidelines for Bank Verification Number (BVN) matching system, mainly for a harmonized way of verifying…