The federal government on Thursday rejected a bill that proposed the creation of a special security agency solely dedicated to protecting mining sites across Nigeria. This decision comes amid escalating illegal mining activities and associated security challenges in the sector. Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dele Alake, expressed opposition to the bill, titled “Bill to … Read more
Kebbi governor pledges support for NSCDC 71 new NSCDC recruits graduate in Kebbi Governor lauds corps’ efforts against crime Eko Hot Blog reports that the governor of Kebbi State has promised support for the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) in carrying out its duties. Governor Nasir Idris reiterated his administration’s readiness to partner … Read more
There is tight security at NASS as Buhari presents 2023 Budget. EKO HOT BLOG reports that security has been beefed up in and around the NASS complex as President Muhammadu Buhari presents the 2023 Appropriation Bill before a joint session of the National Assembly on Friday. Combined teams of security agencies have been deployed at … Read more