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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.

The Civil Police of Rio de Janeiro indicted five individuals following a deadly fire at the Tijuca Mall, citing severe security shortcomings.

There are concerns about a potential threat linked to a foreign power affecting the energy systems across Nordic countries.

The Civil Police of Mato Grosso do Sul arrested 28 people as part of an operation investigating a drug trafficking and money laundering organization, allegedly run by an inmate from a maximum-security prison.

The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps has arrested 12 suspected illegal immigrants from Mali in Ilorin, Kwara State.

The preliminary results and official answer key of the objective test for the Piauí Civil Police contest have been released, with 200 immediate job openings available.

Civil Police arrested a man suspected of stealing a police car from a police station in Mogi das Cruzes, Brazil.

Chad has closed its eastern border with Sudan due to security concerns arising from ongoing conflicts in Sudan that have spilled over into Chad.

Kuno Tammearu emphasizes the need for higher education in civil protection to enhance crisis resilience in today’s complex global security situation.

The Sao Paulo Civil Police conducted an operation against an attempted extortion involving a businessman from the security sector, issuing three arrest warrants.

The Commandant of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps commended the orderly conduct of voters and security personnel during the Area Council elections in Nigeria's Federal Capital Territory.

The Gabonese government has suspended social media access to maintain political stability and national security amid ongoing civil service strikes.

The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps has initiated a 24-hour security surveillance operation throughout Kwara State, especially focused on Ilorin and critical national assets.

The security situation in South Sudan has deteriorated significantly, raising fears of a new civil war amid renewed fighting in several states.

A coalition of civil society organizations in Nigeria's Kwara State is urging the government to secure the release of 176 individuals abducted from local communities during violent attacks.

The Estonian Parliament has encountered a stalemate over a long-prepared civil crisis and national defense law proposal due to objections raised by four defense-background MPs.

A report from Canada's national spy watchdog reveals that some individuals have been placed on the no-fly list without appropriate legal justification.

Ten suspects were arrested by the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps for their alleged involvement in vandalism and kidnapping activities in Abuja and surrounding areas.

The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps in Gombe has partnered with the state government to protect fibre-optic cables viewed as critical national infrastructure.

The new Commandant of the Kwara State Command of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps has vowed to combat crime and ensure the state remains safe against criminal elements.

The Syrian Foreign Minister discussed the government's approach to negotiations with Israel and the challenges faced in avoiding civil conflict.

The Nigerian Federal Government is strengthening the Safe Schools Initiative in collaboration with the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps to protect educational institutions from attacks.

The Nigerian government is enhancing school security through the Safe Schools Initiative in collaboration with the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps following recent attacks.

Over 50 U.S. civil groups have demanded the impeachment of Kristi Noem, the Secretary of Homeland Security, over her controversial immigration management practices that allegedly led to violence and undermined the rule of law.

The Securities and Exchange Commission of Nigeria is encouraging civil servants to invest in capital markets as a way to secure long-term wealth and retirement prospects.

The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps has warned construction firms in Ekiti to stop vandalizing crucial fibre-optic cables and public properties.

Ilaria Cucchi criticizes the new security decree by Meloni's government, highlighting contradictions in its provisions regarding police protection and preventive detention.

The Civil Police of Amazonas is investigating an attempted kidnapping of a six-year-old girl in Manaus, captured on security camera footage.

A Nigerian civil society group praises Army Chief Lt.-Gen. Waidi Shaibu for significant reforms in welfare, training, and security during his first 90 days in office.

A residential building collapse in Tripoli, northern Lebanon, resulted in 14 deaths and the rescue of eight individuals, according to the Civil Security Service.

Iran has detained several leaders of the reformist movement on allegations pertaining to national security and destabilization efforts.

Israeli Minister Bezalel Smotrich announced that the security cabinet has approved expanding enforcement operations in Areas A and B, including regulatory measures on water violations and archaeological sites, alongside easing land sales to Jews in the West Bank.

Maurizio Landini criticizes the Italian government's approach to security, suggesting it fosters an oppressive state rather than addressing genuine safety concerns.

Nekima Levy Armstrong expressed her outrage over a manipulated photo released by U.S. authorities after her arrest during a demonstration in St. Paul, Minnesota.

A joint operation by military and civil police resulted in the seizure of nearly five kilograms of cocaine in Itaperuna, discovered hidden in various locations following security tips.

The Civil Police arrested a man suspected of robbing a gym in the central area of Santa Inês, Maranhão, after identifying him through security camera footage.

The Civil Police are investigating a former pharmacy employee in Franca, SP, suspected of stealing medications and slimming pens worth approximately R$ 40,000, with the theft caught on security cameras.

The UPSC has announced important changes regarding service allocation and digital security for the Civil Services Examination 2026 notification released on February 4, 2026.

Judge Mustafa Kasubhai issued a temporary injunction in a class action lawsuit against the Department of Homeland Security, targeting the practice of arresting immigrants encountered during heightened enforcement operations.

This article discusses various news stories including an approved salary adjustment for civil servants, investigations of feminicide, a murder case involving a university student, police officers arrested for alleged security services connected to organized crime, a minister under investigation for sexual impropriety, and an upcoming Supreme Court ruling.

The Nigerian Communications Commission and the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps are warning contractors and public agencies of prosecution for damages caused to fibre-optic cables during construction work.

The Civil Police published a new ordinance regulating security measures for Carnival in Santarém, Pará, including a ban on glass containers for all types of beverages.

The National Security Commission is set to present the latest assessments on smuggling balloons, disruptions to civil aviation, and Lithuanian transport vehicles taken hostage in Belarus, alongside the cybersecurity readiness of companies managing critical energy infrastructure.

Security camera footage reveals the moments leading up to the murder of 35-year-old trans woman Sheila in São Paulo, where she was seen chasing the suspected assailant, a civil police officer.

The National Security Commission will present updates on Belarus' hybrid attack against Lithuania, focusing on contraband balloons and threats to civil aviation.

The Civil Police of Santa Catarina has concluded its investigation into the death of the community dog Orelha and the mistreatment of another dog, Caramelo, uncovering contradictions in testimonies and collecting data analysis technology, statements, and security footage.

The article discusses the tension between national security and press freedom in Nigeria's digital space, highlighting its role as both a civic arena and a platform for various cyber crimes.

The Australian government has expanded its travel warning for Nigeria, advising citizens against travel to 26 states due to increased risks of terrorism, kidnapping, and civil unrest.

The São Paulo government replaced the director of the Civil Police Academy following controversy over a delegate allegedly connected to the PCC criminal faction, a decision made by the Secretary of Public Security, Nico Gonçalves.

The British Deputy High Commissioner to Nigeria, Hill Obe, urged Nigerian security agencies to actively implement the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps Gender Policy II for 2026–2030, highlighting the importance of translating policy into practice for real transformation.