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The Sokoto State Police Command successfully thwarted a bandit attack in Daraye Village, Wamako Local Government Area, resulting in the death of one suspect and the recovery of an AK-47 rifle.

Pastor Adeboye's recent remarks regarding Nigeria's security issues have ignited discussions, with some calling for a fair assessment of his views rather than unjust criticism. The article emphasizes the importance of giving him a fair hearing amidst the ongoing debate.

Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, the Chief of Army Staff, emphasized the need for enhanced collaboration among African military forces to address terrorism, insurgency, and other transnational security challenges. His remarks were made during the Third African Land Forces Forum in Port Harcourt, highlighting the urgency of united efforts in tackling these pressing issues on the continent.

The Anambra State Police Command has initiated a crackdown on vehicles with tinted windows as part of a security operation to combat rising insecurity and prevent criminals from using such vehicles. This operation has led to the impounding of both permitted and non-permitted tinted vehicles, raising concerns among motorists, according to Vanguard.

The Ogun State Police Command, along with other security agencies and government stakeholders, conducted a joint operational assessment and show of force across key communities from Itele-Ijebu to the Ondo State border. This initiative aims to enhance security along the Ogun–Ondo border corridor, including the Ogun Waterside, according to DAILY POST.

CCTV footage shows two armed men robbing customers at gunpoint in a Westlands restaurant in Nairobi, after which they fled on motorcycles. This incident has raised new concerns about increasing insecurity in the area, prompting calls for tougher security measures, according to Eastleigh Voice.

According to ThisDay Live, troops in Nigeria conducted 14,221 security operations over a six-month period, resulting in the elimination of 1,597 criminals and the rescue of 1,516 hostages. These operations involved coordinated land, air, and maritime missions targeting various threats including terrorists, bandits, kidnappers, and arms traffickers.

Governor Oyebanji visited the recently freed Eda Oniyo kidnap victims, expressing gratitude for their safe return and commiserating with them during his visit. He cautioned against the politicisation of security issues, emphasizing the need for a united approach to addressing such challenges.

Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, Nigeria's Chief of Army Staff, emphasized the need for an AI-driven security strategy to address the increasingly complex security environment in Nigeria. He called for innovative approaches and stronger collaboration to effectively tackle evolving threats, according to Channels TV.

About 22 individuals were rescued from armed bandits in the Kwara South Senatorial District following a coordinated operation by Kogi State Joint Security Forces, which included the Military, Police, Hunters, and Vigilante groups. The operation took place in forests along the Kwara-Kogi border, according to a statement from the Kwara South authorities.

Nigeria and Guinea-Bissau have committed to enhancing military cooperation to tackle security challenges and foster peace in West Africa. This agreement was reached during discussions between Nigeria's Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, and the Chief of the Armed Forces of Guinea-Bissau.

The Chief of Army Staff of Nigeria, Lt.-Gen. Olufemi Oluyede, has linked the country's security issues to instability in the Lake Chad Basin, the Sahel region, and the Gulf of Guinea. He emphasized the necessity for innovative strategies to tackle the evolving threats during a lecture at the Nigerian Army Day Celebration 2026.

The Centre for Public Integrity (CPI) has issued a defense of the Department of State Services (DSS) in response to activist Omoyele Sowore's criticisms. The CPI accused Sowore of unfairly targeting the security agency, highlighting what it claims are improvements in the DSS's operations under its current leadership. This statement was made by CPI's Executive Director, Comrade Job Samuel Danfulani.

The Somali security agency has killed Ahmed Eybka Aalim, also known as Daqare, the leader of the Al-Shabaab terrorist group, along with six other members in Basra Village. They were reportedly involved in deploying explosives intended to instigate terror in the Horn of Africa, according to Tanzania Times.

Troops have arrested two individuals in connection with an attempted attack on the National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies (NIPSS) that occurred on July 2. The incident involved a gun battle with suspected armed assailants, resulting in the death of one attacker, while others managed to flee into nearby rocky terrain. The security investigation into the attack is ongoing, according to PM News.

Three vigilantes were killed in a night attack on a community in Plateau, according to community sources. The assailants reportedly targeted members of the local vigilante group who were on duty at the time of the attack.

A separatist Tuareg-led group and a regional al-Qaeda affiliate have claimed responsibility for a series of coordinated attacks on army positions in Mali. These renewed assaults highlight ongoing tensions and security challenges in the region, as various factions continue to vie for control and influence.

The Tanzania People’s Defence Force (TPDF) has assured the public of ongoing security and stability across the country, encouraging citizens to ignore calls for violence and to carry on with their daily activities without fear. Lieutenant Colonel Sylvester Mangure, TPDF Director of Information and Public Relations, emphasized that peace continues to prevail in Tanzania.

Troops from Sector 4 of Operation Enduring Peace have arrested a 29-year-old suspected kidnapper named Mohamdu Surajo during a security operation in the Barkin Ladi Local Government Area of Plateau State, according to a statement from the Nigerian Army posted on X.

The Save Nigeria Group USA has defended Pastor Adeboye, the general overseer of The Redeemed Christian Church of God, against claims that his recent remarks were misrepresented. The group emphasized that his comments were centered on Nigeria's security crisis and the importance of international cooperation. Stephen Osemwegie, President of Save Nigeria Group, made this clarification in a statement.