By TOSI ORE THE Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has denied reports suggesting it dismissed claims of a Christian genocide, insisting that targeted attacks on Christians across the country amount to an organised extermination campaign. In a statement on 21 October, CAN clarified that during the visit of presidential aide Daniel Bwala, its leaders did […]
By ABDUL AHMED (A.A.) RUFUS ARMED bandits have abducted at least 73 residents from Buzugu and Rayau villages in Bukkuyum Local Government Area of Zamfara State. According to counterinsurgency outlet Makama Zagazola, the assailants launched midnight raids around 2:45 a.m. on October 18, whisking victims to an unknown location. Efforts are reportedly underway to rescue […]
By TOSI ORE THE Middle Belt Forum (MBF) has raised alarm over renewed killings in Plateau State, describing the violence as a “systematic campaign of extermination” against indigenous ethnic nationalities in the region. In a statement by its spokesperson, Luka Binniyat, the MBF condemned the killing of 13 Berom natives in Rachas village, Barkin Ladi […]
By ABDUL AHMED (A.A.) RUFUS THE Armed Forces of Nigeria have restated their commitment to defending the nation’s territorial integrity and maintaining internal security. Speaking at a media briefing in Abuja, the Director of Defence Media Operations, Major General Markus Kangye, praised troops for their dedication and professionalism in tackling terrorism, banditry, and maritime crimes. […]
BY GLORY UGOBA The Obi of Onitsha, His Majesty Igwe Nnaemeka Achebe (Agbogidi), has expressed deep concern over the worsening hardship and poverty across Nigeria, describing the situation as critical and alarming. Speaking during the 24th Ofala Festival held on Friday at Ime-Obi, Onitsha, Anambra State, the respected monarch also condemned the ongoing political scheming […]
By TOSI ORE THE Nigeria Police Force and the Nigerian Bar Association’s Section on Public Interest and Development Law (NBA-SPIDEL) have agreed to review the country’s tinted permit policy to ensure it aligns with public interest and national security. NBA-SPIDEL Chairman, Prof. Paul Ananaba (SAN), announced in Ikeja that enforcement of the policy would be […]
By SANI BATURE THE Guards Brigade of the Nigerian Army has concluded a two-day field training exercise aimed at enhancing troops’ proficiency in ambush and counter-ambush operations. The exercise, tagged “Exercise Heavy Strike,” took place at the 176 Guards Battalion, Gwagwalada, and along the Rafin Zurfi–Ibua route in the Federal Capital Territory. Brig.-Gen. Adebisi Onasanya, […]
BY GLORY UGOBA Four former operatives of the disbanded Operation Udo Ga-achi security outfit appeared before the Children, Sexual, and Gender-Based Violence Court in Awka, Anambra State, for allegedly assaulting a female National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) member. The defendants — Emmanuel Samson (29), Jude Obasi (43), Ndudirim Michael (28), and Nweke Ezinwanne (27) — […]
HIGH Chief (Dr.) Government Oweizide Ekpemupolo, popularly known as Tompolo, has reaffirmed his commitment to peace, unity, and sustainable development in Delta State with the official launch of the Delta State Security Trust Fund in Asaba. Speaking at the ceremony held at the Government House, where he served as the Chief Launcher, Tompolo described the […]
FORMER Niger Delta freedom fighter, High Chief Government Oweizide Ekpemupolo, popularly known as Tompolo, made his first major public appearance in over a decade on Thursday as he launched the Delta State Security Trust Fund at the Government House, Asaba. The event, presided over by Governor Sheriff Oborevwori, attracted top government officials, security chiefs, traditional […]