Adebayo says police are Nigeria's mirror, global force for peace

Adebayo has described the Nigerian police as a mirror of the nation and a global force for peace.

The statement by Adebayo highlights the role of the police in reflecting Nigeria's societal values while contributing to international peace initiatives. This comes amid various security developments in the country, including military actions against ISWAP and concerns over banditry in Katsina. The federal government is also advancing projects like the Abuja Leadership Centre. Senate members have raised alarms about the deteriorating security situation following the killing of 35 people by bandits.

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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu swears in and decorates new service chiefs in a formal ceremony, urging intensified efforts against terrorism and banditry in Nigeria.
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Tinubu charges new service chiefs to defeat terrorists

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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has sworn in and decorated new service chiefs, urging them to intensify efforts against terrorism and banditry. He emphasized that there are no more excuses for failing to secure the nation. The directive comes amid ongoing security challenges in Nigeria.

Basorun Seinde Arogbofa, former secretary-general of Afenifere, has emphasized the need for the Yoruba to defend their lands against bandits and terrorists. He made this call during the installation of Bakkita Bello as the seventh Olukoju of Odooko, Afa Okeagbe. Professor Abiodun Akinpelu backed the position, urging synergy to protect the region and strengthen the Amotekun security outfit.

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Former Deputy Governor of Kano State, Professor Hafiz Abubakar, has stated that Islamic values of justice, equity, and inclusiveness offer a vital roadmap for addressing Nigeria's challenges.

The Federal Government has graduated over 7,000 newly recruited forest guards from seven frontline states, with immediate deployment ordered to bolster internal security and reclaim Nigeria's forests from criminal elements. The initiative follows a three-month intensive training program under the Presidential Forest Guards Initiative launched in May 2025 by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.

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The Yoruba Council of Elders has urged all Nigerians to actively participate in addressing the country's escalating insecurity, emphasizing that government efforts alone are insufficient. During a visit to the Ooni of Ife, the council highlighted recent violent incidents and advocated for greater involvement of traditional institutions. They also raised concerns about land sales in Yorubaland, proposing leasing as a safeguard for future generations.

Kwara State graduated approximately 1,000 forest guards on December 27, 2025, as part of the federal Presidential Forest Guards Initiative across seven states. Governor Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq affirmed there is no place for terrorists and kidnappers in the state during the passing-out parade.

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ThisDayLive features an article exploring Kaduna's challenging peace efforts amid political tragedies.

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