BY pr24 Jul 24, 2019 Africa, Federal government, Governance, Insurgency, News, Politics, Risk, Security 0 Comment(s)

El Zakzaky: Presidency Reveals Reason for Continued Detainment of Shiite Leader

As opposed to a held belief that His Excellency had refused an order to release El Zakzaky, leader of the Islamic Movement of Nigeria(IMN) based on more personal grounds, the Presidency, through its Media Adviser, Femi Adesina, on Wednesday 24th of July allegedly disclosed reasons behind the continued detention of the Leader of the IMN […]

BY pr24 Feb 19, 2019 Africa, Insurgency, News, Security 0 Comment(s)

Insurgency: 35,000 Nigerians leave for Cameroon

About 35,000 Nigerians have reportedly fled the Northeast region of Nigeria to take refuge in neighboring Cameroon, taking heightened activities of insurgents in the region, particularly in Rann, Borno state. This was highlighted in a statement made by the Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF), also known as “Doctors Without Borders” through its deputy programme manager for […]

BY pr24 Jan 25, 2019 Africa, Insurgency, News, Security 0 Comment(s)

UN Highlights over 32, 000 Cameroonians seeking Refuge in Nigeria, Calls for Action

While presenting the 2019 Humanitarian Response Plan for Cameroon to refugees in Abuja, Ms. Baiocchi, Cameroonian Humanitarian Coordinator and UN Resident reported that more than 32,000 Cameroonians are feared to have fled the country and taken refuge in neighboring Nigeria, due to increased insecurity and violence in the state. More so, she feared increased attacks […]

BY pr24 Jan 16, 2019 Africa, Economy, News, Security 0 Comment(s)

Buhari Introduces New Nigerian Passport with 10 Years Validity

There has been the introduction of a new national passport with a 10 year validity period by His Excellency, Muhammadu Buhari on Tuesday, 15th January to enhance security. The luncheon was performed at a Federal Executive Council (FEC) ceremonial meeting held at the presidential villa, Abuja, after which the President was reportedly issued a copy […]

BY pr24 Jan 15, 2019 Africa, Insurgency, News, Risk, Security 0 Comment(s)

Multiple Explosions, Gunshots Kill 14, Disrupt Peace in Nairobi, as Al- Shabaab Allegedly Lay Claim to Attacks

Two explosions are feared to have occurred at 14 Riverside in Westlands- at an upscale hotel and an office complex in the capital city, Nairobi, Kenya at about 3PM, East Africa time. It was immediately followed by gunshots from unidentified persons. These reports came from persons who were reportedly trapped inside the buildings, with several […]

BY pr24 Jan 15, 2019 Africa, Economy, Governance, News 0 Comment(s)

Intense Protests in Zimbabwe as Government Hikes Petrol Price

In an attempt to improve supplies as Zimbabwe grapples high gasoline shortage, angry protesters on Monday, January 2019, took to the roads- burning tyres, throwing stones and laying barricades, after the government doubled the price of fuel in the country. According to sources, when President Mnangagwa took over from Mugabe, he vowed to revive the […]

BY pr24 Jan 11, 2019 Africa, Insurgency, News, Risk, Security 0 Comment(s)

Sought After Boko Haram Terrorist Arrested by Army

Babagana Abubakar (Alagarno), a wanted terrorist has been allegedly arrested by the Army, and found in possession of items, including but not restricted to military helmets, voters cars, camouflages, national ID cards at Bulabulim Ngarnam community on the outskirt of Maiduguri, the Army reported in a statement released on Thursday January 10. The terrorist has […]

BY pr24 Jan 11, 2019 Africa, Insurgency, News, Risk, Security 0 Comment(s)

Boko Haram Penetrates Maiduguri, Threatens Residents

Members of the Boko Haram were on Thursday, 10th January feared to have infiltrated villages in Maiduguri. According to Army sources, the action was intended to instill fear in the residents, causing them to vacate their homes. However, the army has in turn urged residents to immediately report suspicious persons to authorities. Further, the army […]

BY pr24 Jan 11, 2019 Africa, Insurgency, News, Risk, Security 0 Comment(s)

Insurgency: Army Dispels Boko Haram From Baga, Surrounding Areas.

Army troops attached to 707 Special Forces Brigade in northern Borno state have allegedly killed several terrorists belonging to the Islamic State of West Africa Province (ISWAP) in the area after launching an operation to recapture towns recently seized by the group. This was revealed in a statement by the Army spokesperson who said the […]

BY pr24 Jan 9, 2019 Africa, Governance, Insurgency, News, Risk, Security 0 Comment(s)

Gabon Coup: Buhari Asks Soldiers Harboring Political ambitions to Resign

In reaction to the failed coup in Gabon, the Nigerian President on Tuesday 8th January, urged soldiers nurturing political ambitions to resign or stick to their duties of national servitude in the protection of the country’s territorial integrity, noting that democracy which is the most confident guarantee of peace and stability in governance had come […]