Insecurity: Nigeria under siege – Peter Obi
Former Anambra governor and African Democratic Congress (ADC) chieftain, Peter Obi, has raised alarm over Nigeria’s worsening insecurity, accusing the government of remaining silent while citizens and security personnel lose their lives. He highlighted violent attacks across multiple states, including a recent incident in Ngoshe, Borno State, where over 100 women and children were abducted. […]
Nigerian military can’t defeat bandits, govt should negotiate – Gumi
Prominent Islamic scholar, Sheikh Ahmad Gumi, has stated that the Nigerian military alone cannot defeat bandits terrorizing communities across the country. He urged the government to consider negotiation as a viable strategy to end the ongoing insecurity. Gumi emphasized that purely military solutions have not brought lasting peace, pointing out that attacks on villages and […]
Insecurity: Act fast before things get out of hands – Kwankwaso warns Nigerian Govt
Abductions meant to stop Tinubu, used against Jonathan – Okpebholo
Okpebholo, a legal and political analyst, has claimed that recent abductions in Nigeria are not only aimed at stopping President Tinubu but have also been used against former President Goodluck Jonathan. He explained that kidnappings have often been politicized to influence public opinion and create fear among citizens. According to Okpebholo, politicians exploit security crises […]
Bandits kill three, abduct many in fresh attacks on Katsina communities
Armed bandits have launched deadly attacks on two villages in Malumfashi Local Government Area of Katsina State, killing three people and kidnapping several others. A security expert who goes by the name Bakatsine shared the news on social media platform X on Saturday, explaining that the attacks took place on Friday. The first attack happened […]
Kogi women strip half-naked in protest over incessant killings (video)
In Oke-Ere, a town in Yagba West Local Government Area of Kogi State, Nigeria, a group of angry women held a strong protest on Wednesday, April 9. They were protesting the continuous attacks, kidnappings, and killings in their community, which they say have been going on for months. The protest was emotional and intense. Many […]
Boko Haram: CDS Musa hints on possible sources of funding
Boko Haram, a terrorist group in Nigeria, has caused devastating harm since its founding in 2002. The group has led to over 300,000 child deaths and displaced millions of people, creating severe food crises. While the Nigerian military has been working hard to combat this threat, questions remain about how Boko Haram continues to get […]
Nigerian Troops Score Major Wins Against Boko Haram: Arrests, Rescues, and Recoveries
In recent operations, the Nigerian Army has achieved important victories against Boko Haram. On August 4, 2024, troops captured two Boko Haram commanders, Bana Yamode and Babagana Usman, who had infiltrated the Damasak Internally Displaced Persons (IDP) camp. These commanders had previously led attacks on troops in the area. In addition, two logistic suppliers for […]