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World

G7 countries issue joint statement supporting the parties in the Middle East

The G7 nations issued a joint statement condemning Iran's attacks on the civil population and infrastructure in Middle Eastern countries and demanded an immediate cessation of these aggressions.

Mar 22 • 09:55 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Breaking | Iraqi news agency: Civil Aviation Authority extends closure of Iraqi airspace for 72 hours

The Iraqi Civil Aviation Authority has announced an extension of the closure of Iraqi airspace for an additional 72 hours.

Mar 22 • 06:13 UTC
🇳🇴 VG
World

Norway and several other countries will help secure safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz

Norway and several other countries condemned Iranian attacks on unarmed ships and civil infrastructure, pledging to secure safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz.

Mar 20 • 21:20 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

NSCDC uncovers illegal crude oil dump site in Rivers

The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps has uncovered a warehouse storing stolen crude oil in Rivers State, following credible intelligence.

Mar 18 • 18:51 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Syrian Bermuda Triangle: What Happened Inside the 'Death Barrier'?

The article discusses a notorious security checkpoint in Syria known as the 'Death Barrier' which has become infamous for the disappearance of numerous individuals amidst the Syrian civil war.

Mar 18 • 18:11 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

NSCDC arrests six suspected railway sleeper vandals in Kano

The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps arrested six individuals in Kano for vandalizing railway sleepers, an act seen as economic sabotage.

Mar 18 • 15:02 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

NSCDC deploys 53,500 personnel nationwide ahead of Eid-el-Fitr

The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps has deployed over 53,500 personnel nationwide to ensure security during the Eid-el-Fitr festivities.

Mar 18 • 13:46 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

NSGK members propose financing the adaptation of hospitals to wartime conditions from civil security funds

Members of the National Security and Defense Committee of the Seimas in Lithuania are suggesting redirecting funds allocated for civil security to adapt hospitals for wartime conditions.

Mar 18 • 11:21 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Sallah: NSCDC deploys 2,350 operatives in Kwara

The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps has deployed 2,350 operatives across Kwara State for enhanced security during the Eid celebration.

Mar 17 • 16:41 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Eid-el-Fitr: NSCDC deploys 4,000 to FCT prayer grounds, recreational centres, others

The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps has deployed 4,000 personnel in Abuja to ensure safety during the Eid-el-Fitr celebrations.

Mar 17 • 16:19 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

NSCDC deploys 1,450 operatives in Jigawa for hitch-free Sallah

The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps has deployed 1,450 personnel in Jigawa State to ensure a peaceful Sallah celebration.

Mar 17 • 15:49 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Eid-el-Fitr: NSCDC mobilizes massive 3,400-strong force in Kano

The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps has deployed over 3,400 personnel in Kano State to ensure security during the Eid-el-Fitr celebrations.

Mar 17 • 12:28 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Eid-el-Fitr: NSCDC deploys 2,000 personnel to secure Edo

The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps has deployed more than 2,000 officers in Edo to ensure security during the Eid-el-Fitr celebrations.

Mar 17 • 12:25 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Operation Beehive: Civil and Military Police Target Drug Trafficking in Lapa and Arrest 11

Security forces in Rio de Janeiro launched Operation Beehive, leading to the arrest of 11 individuals involved in drug trafficking in the Lapa neighborhood.

Mar 17 • 10:18 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Eid-el-Fitr: NSCDC deploys over 2000 officers in Kwara

The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps has deployed 2,350 officers across Kwara State to ensure safety during the Eid-el-Fitr celebration.

Mar 17 • 09:39 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Police reinforce security in Vargem Grande after a violent weekend with clashes between factions

The Civil Police of Maranhão is investigating gun attacks related to criminal organizations in Vargem Grande following a violent weekend that left one man injured.

Mar 16 • 17:54 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Man is injured after being shot in event parking lot in Salvador

A man was shot in the knee in the parking lot of Wet Eventos in Salvador after leaving a party, and is currently undergoing investigation by the Civil Police of Bahia.

Mar 15 • 21:36 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Police, NSCDC probe officer’s death during palliatives event in Kano

The Kano State Police and NSCDC are investigating the death of a Civil Defence volunteer at a palliative distribution event in Kano State.

Mar 15 • 08:27 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
Crime & Justice

NSCDC uncovers ‘baby factory’ in Imo, rescues five pregnant women

The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps has rescued five pregnant women and five newborns from a suspected child trafficking operation in Imo State.

Mar 14 • 19:34 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

NSCDC officer dies during palliatives distribution in Kano

A Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps officer tragically died during the distribution of Ramadan and Sallah palliatives in Kano State, with officials moving to investigate the circumstances surrounding the incident.

Mar 14 • 18:26 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Corregedoria opens disciplinary process against delegate who reported former Secretary of Public Security of MA for embarrassment

The Maranhão Public Security Corregedoria initiated a disciplinary process against delegate Viviane Fontenele, who reported being a victim of embarrassment during a meeting with former Secretary of Public Security Maurício Ribeiro Martins.

Mar 14 • 14:49 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Central government removes NSA on Sonam Wangchuk, detention lifted immediately

The Indian government has lifted the detention of activist Sonam Wangchuk under the National Security Act, signaling an attempt to resolve ongoing tensions in Ladakh.

Mar 14 • 06:37 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

NSCDC arrests four suspected phone thieves in Kano

The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps has arrested four individuals in Kano State suspected of involvement in public disturbances and phone thefts.

Mar 13 • 14:33 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

Presidential election in Congo-Brazzaville: security campaign divides the capital

The presidential campaign in Congo-Brazzaville, centered on security issues, has created divisions among the capital's residents as they approach the election date.

Mar 13 • 10:39 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

Chad: the government reacts to accusations of repression brought before the UN

The Chadian government responded to allegations of repression against its security services raised by civil society organizations at a UN event in Geneva.

Mar 13 • 00:14 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Delegate reports embarrassment during meeting with Maranhão security secretary; he denies accusations

A delegate from Maranhão's Civil Police reported being embarrassed during meetings with the state's Secretary of Public Security, who has denied the accusations.

Mar 10 • 23:04 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

NSCDC cautions on destruction of fibre optic cables in A’Ibom

The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps warns miners and construction companies in Akwa Ibom against damaging fibre optic cables, highlighting the serious legal implications of such actions.

Mar 10 • 18:13 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Tension in Rivers community as NSCDC operative, resident killed

Tension escalates in Etche LGA, Rivers State, after a Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps operative is shot dead following an accidental discharge that killed a resident.

Mar 10 • 15:14 UTC
🇳🇴 VG
National & Local

You are part of Norway's total defense

Norway's Cold Response 2026 military exercise involves up to 25,000 participants from 14 NATO countries and emphasizes the importance of civil and military cooperation in national defense.

Mar 10 • 09:43 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

NSCDC warns contractors against damaging fibre-optic cables in Abuja

The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps has warned construction companies in Abuja against damaging underground fibre-optic cables, threatening prosecution for negligence.

Mar 10 • 08:56 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Jigawa NSCDC arrests man over stolen aluminium cable

The Nigerian Security and Civil Defence Corps has arrested a scrap dealer in Jigawa State for possessing stolen aluminium cable valued at over N573,000.

Mar 10 • 00:44 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

NSCDC arrests 16 over fake $600,000, firearms, others

The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps has arrested 16 individuals for various offenses, including possession of counterfeit currency and unlawful firearms.

Mar 9 • 14:02 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

The Minister of the Interior discussed civil security and the expansion of the shelter network with his Finnish counterpart

Lithuania's Minister of the Interior emphasized the importance of enhancing civil security and discussed adopting best practices from Finland regarding the planning and expansion of shelter networks.

Mar 9 • 08:18 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Civil society and women's collectives expose 'the 8M that hurts'

Civil society and women's collectives in Mexico emphasize the pressing need for genuine security, effective protection against sexual exploitation, and maternal health improvements, rejecting abortion as a solution.

Mar 9 • 00:13 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

11,000 NSCDC personnel to protect farmers against attacks

The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) plans to deploy 11,000 Agro-Rangers to protect farmers ahead of the 2026 farming season following increasing attacks.

Mar 8 • 01:20 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Partial Resumption of Air Traffic in Qatar

Qatar's civil aviation authority has announced a partial resumption of air travel through designated emergency routes due to current security conditions in the region.

Mar 6 • 18:10 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

NSCDC arrests two suspected bandits, recovers firearm in Kwara

The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps has arrested two suspected bandits in Kwara State and recovered a firearm and other illicit items during the operation.

Mar 6 • 17:23 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Liberia: Reform Must Not Come At the Cost of Accountability

Liberia's restructuring of traffic management has raised concerns about accountability despite assurances of job security for civil servants.

Mar 6 • 12:21 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

One killed, two injured in Benue checkpoint attack

An armed bandit attack on a Civil Protection Guard checkpoint in Katsina-Ala, Benue State, resulted in one death and two injuries.

Mar 6 • 04:04 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

FG approves 100% gratuity for retiring civil servants

The Nigerian Federal Government has approved a 100% gratuity scheme for retiring civil servants, effective January 1, 2026, to improve their welfare and financial security.

Mar 6 • 01:42 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

Only seven of 112 generators sent to Ukraine. Now the government is taking action.

Norway's Director of Civil Security and Emergency Planning has dispatched only seven of the 112 offered generators to Ukraine, prompting the government to establish a liaison in Ukraine to improve delivery amid critical needs due to winter and ongoing conflict.

Mar 5 • 13:57 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Oil thieves behind smear campaigns against Tantita – N’Delta group

The Niger Delta Civil Society Forum has condemned social media attacks against Tantita Security Services, attributing them to oil thieves whose operations have been disrupted.

Mar 5 • 13:12 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Concerns over Revision of Three Non-Nuclear Principles: 'The Principle of National Policy...' Citizens' Group Proposes Security Policy

A citizens' group has expressed concern regarding Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's intentions to revise Japan's three non-nuclear principles in a proposed update to the national security strategy.

Mar 5 • 10:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Women Expand Their Role in Public Security in Boa Vista

Women are taking on prominent roles in the Public Security sector in Boa Vista, Brazil, showing courage and leadership in the Municipal Civil Guard.

Mar 4 • 13:33 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Civil Police investigates case of a driver who ran over a dog in Campina Grande

A driver in Campina Grande is under investigation by the Civil Police for running over a dog, with security footage capturing the incident.

Mar 3 • 23:19 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

INSS server assaulted by civil police said he is terrified: 'It's terrifying'

A 73-year-old INSS server in Brazil was assaulted by a civil police officer in Goiânia, expressing terror and outrage over the incident as security footage captured the violent act.

Mar 3 • 20:37 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Safety begins with infrastructure

The article discusses the importance of integrating industry, civil infrastructure, and defense systems to enhance national resilience against crises, highlighted during the 18th European Economic Congress.

Mar 3 • 19:37 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

A New Citizen Education Textbook Presented

A new two-part textbook on civil education covering national security and defense fundamentals was introduced in Lithuania.

Mar 3 • 08:39 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

VIDEO: Female NSCDC officer dies after being crushed by operational van in Abuja

A female officer of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps has died after being crushed by a van during a display exercise in Abuja.

Feb 28 • 12:00 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

NSCDC arrested 4,677 suspects, generated ₦4.5bn under my watch — Outgoing CG

The outgoing Commandant General of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, Ahmed Audi, reported significant achievements during his tenure, including the arrest of 4,677 suspects and revenue generation of over ₦4.4 billion.

Feb 27 • 18:02 UTC

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