COAS urges troops to uphold human rights, civilian protection
The Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, has instructed all commanders to prioritise the protection of civilians and respect fundamental human rights while performing their duties. The directive was issued on March 17, 2026, during a lecture at the Army War College in Abuja. General Shaibu highlighted that adherence to international humanitarian law […]
US strikes understandable but risky – Miyetti Allah
Miyetti Allah, the umbrella body for Fulani herders in Nigeria, has described the recent US airstrikes on suspected terrorist camps as understandable but risky. The group acknowledged the need to tackle insecurity and terrorism, while also cautioning against potential unintended consequences for local communities. According to the organization, while targeting terrorists is necessary, there are […]
US, FG should extend military airstrikes against terrorists to Northeast Nigeria — Senator Ndume
Senator Ali Ndume has urged the Nigerian Government and the United States to extend their ongoing military airstrikes against terrorist groups to the Northeast region of Nigeria. According to him, the expansion is necessary to combat the rising insecurity and protect civilians in areas prone to attacks. Ndume emphasized that terrorists continue to exploit gaps […]
Amnesty International accuses Hamas of crimes against humanity over Oct. 7 attack, Gaza war
Amnesty International has accused Hamas of committing crimes against humanity in connection with the October 7 attacks and the ongoing Gaza conflict. The human rights organization claims that the actions of the group have resulted in serious civilian casualties and widespread suffering in the region. According to Amnesty, evidence points to deliberate targeting of civilians […]