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Sultan declares Friday Eid, police, NSCDC mobilise nationwide

The Sultanate Council in Nigeria has declared Friday as Eid-el-Fitr, marking the end of Ramadan, following the non-sighting of the moon.

Mar 19 β€’ 00:14 UTC
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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 β€’ 18:51 UTC
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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 β€’ 15:02 UTC
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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 β€’ 13:46 UTC
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National & Local

Eid-el-Fitr: Gombe NSCDC, police deploy personnel, issue advisory

Gombe State security agencies are mobilizing over 700 personnel to ensure safety during the Eid-el-Fitr celebrations from March 19 to 21, 2026.

Mar 18 β€’ 13:40 UTC
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National & Local

Eid-el-Fitr: Police, NSCDC deploy personnel in Bauchi

Bauchi State police have intensified security measures for a peaceful Eid-el-Fitr celebration.

Mar 18 β€’ 10:41 UTC
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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 β€’ 16:41 UTC
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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 β€’ 16:19 UTC
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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 β€’ 15:49 UTC
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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 β€’ 12:28 UTC
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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 β€’ 12:25 UTC
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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 β€’ 09:39 UTC
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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 β€’ 08:27 UTC
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Crime & Justice

NSCDC uncovers β€˜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 β€’ 19:34 UTC
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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 β€’ 18:26 UTC
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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 β€’ 14:33 UTC
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NSCDC arrests ex-student prefect for stealing school laboratory equipment in Jigawa

A former student leader was arrested for attempting to steal laboratory equipment from a school in Jigawa State, Nigeria.

Mar 12 β€’ 14:39 UTC
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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 β€’ 18:13 UTC
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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 β€’ 15:14 UTC
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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 β€’ 08:56 UTC
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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 β€’ 00:44 UTC
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Police probe into assault on NSCDC officer at Ogun school

The Ogun State Police Command has initiated an investigation into an incident involving police officers and a NSCDC officer at a school in Ogun State.

Mar 9 β€’ 16:16 UTC
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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 β€’ 14:02 UTC
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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 β€’ 01:20 UTC
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NSCDC arrests two suspected bandits in Kwara

The NSCDC apprehended two suspected bandits in Kwara State following an intelligence-led operation.

Mar 7 β€’ 00:35 UTC
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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 β€’ 17:23 UTC
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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 β€’ 12:00 UTC
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NSCDC arrested 4,677 suspects, generated ₦4.5bn under my watch β€” 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 β€’ 18:02 UTC
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National & Local

NSCDC arrests 12 illegal immigrants in Kwara

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

Feb 25 β€’ 18:40 UTC
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NSCDC praises orderly voting in FCT area council election

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.

Feb 21 β€’ 15:41 UTC
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NSCDC begins 24-hour surveillance in Kwara

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.

Feb 20 β€’ 14:41 UTC
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National & Local

NSCDC arrests 10 suspects for vandalism, kidnapping in Abuja

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.

Feb 17 β€’ 18:25 UTC
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NSCDC moves to protect fibre-optic cables in Gombe

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.

Feb 16 β€’ 22:51 UTC
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Kwara will never be a safe haven for criminals β€” New NSCDC commandant

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.

Feb 16 β€’ 17:18 UTC
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Nigeria: Niger - Miners Allegedly Kill Police Officer, Burn NSCDC Patrol Van

A police officer was killed and a NSCDC patrol van burned during an attack by suspected illegal miners in Niger State, Nigeria.

Feb 12 β€’ 14:47 UTC
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National & Local

FG vows continuous security presence to stem school attacks

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.

Feb 12 β€’ 00:06 UTC
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National & Local

NSCDC warns construction companies, contractors in Ekiti against vandalism

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

Feb 10 β€’ 18:23 UTC
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National & Local

NCC, NSCDC to prosecute contractors for fibre-optic damage

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.

Feb 4 β€’ 21:44 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Police quiz four NSCDC officers over Bayelsa resident’s death

The Bayelsa State Police is interrogating four NSCDC officers regarding the death of Patrick Peresoudei, which has sparked public outrage and demands for justice.

Feb 3 β€’ 19:05 UTC

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