INTERVIEW: Tinubu’s Benue visit political gesture – Security expert unveils roadmap
Security expert Dr. Kabiru Adamu has shared his thoughts on the recent killings in Benue State, where over 200 people were reportedly murdered by suspected herdsmen. He said that President Tinubu’s planned visit to the state is more political than a real security effort. According to him, the visit might reduce some of the political […]
Boko Haram terrorists gun down Army captain in Borno
In a recent attack by Boko Haram, an army captain lost his life in Izge, a community in Gwoza Local Government Area of Borno State. The armed group struck around 1am on Wednesday, killing not just the captain but also a soldier during the raid. “It’s true that my people in Izge community came under […]
Police arrest 65-year-old man for issuing fake varsity certificates in Ekiti
The Ekiti State Police Command has apprehended a 65-year-old man, Olugbenga Akinola, for allegedly distributing fake university certificates to students in Ekiti State. The arrest has brought to light a concerning scam targeting unsuspecting individuals seeking higher education credentials. Joseph Eribo, the Commissioner of Police, shared details of the case during a press briefing at […]
Notorious Bandit Kingpin, Dan Mudale, Police Officer And Six Others Killed In Zamfara
Security forces in Zamfara State successfully stopped an attack by bandits in Keta town, Tsafe Local Government Area, on Thursday, March 27. The operation led to the death of a feared bandit leader, Dan Mudale, who had been terrorizing the area. According to a statement from the Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) DSP Yazid Abubakar, […]
Accidental airstrike allegedly kills family of 6 in Katsina
A tragic incident occurred in Katsina State as a military airstrike mistakenly hit Yauni community in Zakka ward, Safana Local Government Area, allegedly killing a family of six. According to reports, the airstrike happened after a deadly clash between security forces and bandits. Earlier that day, two police officers and an operative from the state-run […]
Kidnappers demand N250 million ransom for former NYSC DG
Kidnappers have demanded a ransom of N250 million for the release of retired Brigadier-General Maharazu Tsiga, a former Director-General of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC). Tsiga was kidnapped on Wednesday night at his home in Katsina State. A group of armed men stormed his residence, forcefully broke in, and took him away. Reports say […]
The Rising Tide of Mob Justice in Nigeria: A Threat to Society
Mob justice, or jungle justice, is becoming a serious issue in Nigeria, with a recent case in Imo State highlighting its frightening impact. On September 2, 2024, a couple accused of stealing a motorcycle was brutally burned to death by a mob in the Orogwe-Ohii area. This act of public violence, carried out by angry […]
Insecurity in Nigeria: A Political Tool, According to WTO Director-General Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala
Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, the Director-General of the World Trade Organisation (WTO), has recently highlighted a concerning issue in Nigeria. She pointed out that insecurity in the country is being manipulated for political purposes. According to Okonjo-Iweala, the persistent insecurity is not just a challenge but a tool used by some for political gain. She emphasizes that […]