NSCDC Seals Illegal Lithium Mine in Kebbi, Uncovers ₦1.43 Trillion Fraud Security Forces Crack Down on Unauthorized Mining Operation LAGOS, Nigeria – In a major enforcement action, Nigeria’s Mining Marshals unit of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has shut down an illegal lithium mining operation in Libata,Continue Reading
Ivory Coast Court Seeks 20-Year Sentence for Ex-Aide of Guillaume Soro in Terrorism Trial High-Stakes Retrial Concludes with Prosecution Demanding Maximum Penalty The Abidjan Criminal Court heard closing arguments on Monday, July 21, in the high-profile retrial of former military aide Abdoulaye Fofana, once a close associate of exiled IvorianContinue Reading
River Traffic Disrupted in Mali Due to Rising Insecurity Along the Niger River Traditional pinasse boats, a vital transport method in Mali, face disruptions due to insecurity. (Source: Bamada.net) Transport Crisis Along the Niger River Despite rising water levels and impassable roads, traditional pinasse boats remain scarce along key routesContinue Reading
Niger’s Consultative Council Holds Closed-Door Session on National Security High-Level Discussions Address Security Challenges Amid Ongoing Threats The Consultative Council for National Refoundation in Niger convened a crucial plenary session on Monday, July 7, 2025, at the National Assembly building, with national security taking center stage in the discussions. TheContinue Reading
Mauritius Launches International Cyber Threat Intelligence Training Program Group photo from the Cyber Threat Intelligence training session Five-Day Intensive Program Aims to Strengthen Cybersecurity Capabilities A significant five-day international Cyber Threat Intelligence training program has commenced in Ébène, Mauritius, bringing together cybersecurity experts from across the globe. The event wasContinue Reading
Partial Verdict Reached in Sean “Diddy” Combs Trial as Jury Deadlocks on Racketeering Charge Source: Theo Wargo / Getty Jury Reaches Partial Decision in High-Profile Case The jury in the closely watched trial of music mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs has reached verdicts on four of five charges but remains deadlockedContinue Reading
Unmasking Fifth Columnists in Nigeria’s War Against Terrorism By News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) In Nigeria’s ongoing fight against terrorism, the greatest threats are not always from outside. Increasingly, internal security threats—especially fifth columnists—have proven to be more dangerous than external insurgents. These hidden saboteurs operate within the ranksContinue Reading
Escalating Violence in Mogovolas Linked to Chaotic Artisanal Mining Sector The district of Mogovolas in Mozambique’s southern Nampula province is facing a surge in violent incidents tied to its rapidly growing yet disorderly artisanal mining industry. Recent Attacks Highlight Growing Tensions On May 19, approximately 300 artisanal miners launched violentContinue Reading
South Africa Debunks White Genocide Claims with Crime Statistics Police Minister Refutes Trump’s Allegations South Africa’s police minister has used latest crime statistics to debunk claims of a white genocide in the country. The allegations, recently amplified by US President Donald Trump, were dismissed as unfounded by Police Minister SenzoContinue Reading
Naval Chief Advocates Spiritual Intervention in Fight Against Insecurity Emmanuel Ogalla Calls for Holistic Approach to Security Challenges Emmanuel Ogalla, Chief of Naval Staff (CNS), has emphasized the critical role of spiritual solutions in addressing Nigeria’s escalating security challenges. Speaking at the commissioning of newly constructed worship centers at AdmiraltyContinue Reading