Hundreds of flights were delayed in the U.S. Thursday morning, a day after an FAA computer glitch prompted a ground stop. More than 1,300 flights were canceled Wednesday and over 10,000 were delayed. The FAA said it appears a corrupted database file brought the nation's aviation system to a halt, and lawmakers on Capitol Hill are demanding … Continue reading U.S. lawmakers demand answers over FAA outage and flight delays
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2023 Elections: Military under pressure to compromise results
The Nigerian military on Thursday said although it is facing constant pressure to compromise the 2023 elections, Nigerians can be rest assured that it would remain neutral. The Chief of Defence Staff, General Lucky Irabor, disclosed this to journalists at the 61st session of the State House Ministerial Briefing organised by the Presidential Communications Team at the … Continue reading 2023 Elections: Military under pressure to compromise results
Macron reveals plan for Ukrainians
French President Emmanuel Macron has outlined a general medium-term security outlook on the conflict in Ukraine by recommending, after pledging to continue sending aid to the Kiev government, that Russia receive some kind of "security guarantee" if it decides to sit down to negotiate an end to the conflict. "In the coming weeks, we will … Continue reading Macron reveals plan for Ukrainians
FBI worried about reports of Chinese police stations in US
The FBI is "concerned" by reports that secret "police stations" linked to China have been set up across the US. A September report issued by the NGO Safeguard Defenders revealed the presence of these stations around the world, including in New York. The FBI's director, Christopher Wray, told senior politicians that the agency was monitoring … Continue reading FBI worried about reports of Chinese police stations in US
Ifeanyi: Autopsy confirms how Davido’s son died
The Lagos State Police Command on Saturday said the autopsy conducted on the corpse of Ifeanyi Adeleke, son of Davido and his fiancée, Chioma Rowland, revealed that he died as a result of drowning. The state Police Public Relations Officer, Benjamin Hundeyin, confirmed the development in a chat with our correspondent. Hundeyin said, “Autopsy has been … Continue reading Ifeanyi: Autopsy confirms how Davido’s son died
China’s Huawei, ZTE telecommunications equipment listed as national security threat to the US
The U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is preparing to ban imports of new telecommunications equipment from China's Huawei Technologies and ZTE, according to media reports. Last week, FCC Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel circulated the proposed ban to the other three commissioners for final approval, according to media reports. Under the ban, the Chinese companies cannot sell … Continue reading China’s Huawei, ZTE telecommunications equipment listed as national security threat to the US
NSA employee tried to sell US hacking secrets
The cybersecurity staffer is accused of attempting to pass off sensitive material to a foreign agent A former employee at the US National Security Agency has been charged for trying to hand classified information to an individual he believed to be "working for a foreign government," according to the Department of Justice. The DOJ announced federal espionage … Continue reading NSA employee tried to sell US hacking secrets
Relatives of Abuja train victims beg for Mamu Tukur’s release
A family member of the remaining Kaduna-Abuja train abduction victims, currently in captivity, has cried to the federal government to prevail on the Department of State Services to urgently release the arrested bandit negotiator to assist in the release of his relative. Speaking to the media in Kaduna, Yusufu Musa begged the federal government to … Continue reading Relatives of Abuja train victims beg for Mamu Tukur’s release
Obi laid the foundation for the security we enjoy in Anambra – Retired DIG Leha
A retired Deputy Inspector-General of Police (Operations), Philemon Leha, in this interview, shares his experience as the Commissioner of Police in Anambra State during the tenure of former Governor Peter Obi. How is life in retirement and how are you coping? In principle, one is supposed to be resting, but I have a few things … Continue reading Obi laid the foundation for the security we enjoy in Anambra – Retired DIG Leha
Canada shares damning report on security challenges in Nigeria
The Canadian Government has warned its nationals to avoid non-essential travels to Nigeria or completely avoid travelling to the country at the moment over terrorism, killings, kidnapping and general insecurity. The country gave the advice in the first part of a long publication on its website, saying, “Avoid non-essential travel to Nigeria due to the … Continue reading Canada shares damning report on security challenges in Nigeria
Terrorism: You should profile behavior, not individuals
See Something, Say Something What is Terrorism? How You Can Help Everyone can play a role in preventing terrorist attacks. Certain activities or behaviors can indicate terrorist planning, especially when these activities occur at or near key facilities such as government, military, utility or other high-profile sites or places where large numbers of people gather. … Continue reading Terrorism: You should profile behavior, not individuals
China calls US Navy passage through Taiwan Strait ‘an act of provocation’
The Chinese military spokesman has said that the U.S. destroyer Ralph Johnson's traveling through the Taiwan Strait on 17th March was "provocative" and sent the wrong signals to pro-Taiwan independence forces. In a statement, the military spokesperson said such the sailing was "very dangerous," adding that the Chinese were monitoring the Ralph Johnson's passage. China … Continue reading China calls US Navy passage through Taiwan Strait ‘an act of provocation’
NPF should consider strike action as an act of mutiny, DIG tells policemen
The Deputy Inspector General of Police, DIG, in charge of South-West zone, Johnson Kokumo, has urged police officers in Ondo State to jettison the idea of embarking on a strike action. According to the DIG, strike action by the policemen which is strange all over the world is tantamount to mutiny. Kokumo stated this in … Continue reading NPF should consider strike action as an act of mutiny, DIG tells policemen
What you should know about dog bites
There are no global estimates of dog bite incidence. Photo by Sebastian Coman Travel on Pexels.com However, studies suggest that dog bites account for tens of millions of injuries annually. In the United States of America for example, approximately 4.5 million people are bitten by dogs every year. Of these, nearly 885 000 seek medical … Continue reading What you should know about dog bites
PEGASUS: Morocco sues Amnesty International
Morocco has filed defamation claims against Amnesty International and a French NGO who claim its intelligence services used the Pegasus mobile phone spyware against dozens of French journalists, lawyers for the government said Thursday. Emmanuel Macron Paris prosecutors opened their own inquiry this week into the claims by Amnesty and the French media nonprofit Forbidden … Continue reading PEGASUS: Morocco sues Amnesty International
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