CRIME
PDP Condemns Abduction of 25 Students, Killing of Vice Principal in Kebbi
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has strongly condemned the abduction of 25 students from Government Girls Comprehensive Senior Secondary School (GGCSS), Maga, in Danko Wasagu Local Government Area of Kebbi State. In the attack, bandits reportedly killed the school’s Vice Principal, Hassan Yakubu Makuku. In a statement issued on Monday in Abuja, the PDP National Publicity Secretary, Ini Ememobong, described the...
Naval Officer Lt Yerima Escapes Assassination Attempt In Abuja
A young Nigerian Navy officer, Lt A.M. Yerima, who recently clashed with Federal Capital Territory Minister Nyesom Wike, is said to have escaped an assassination attempt on Sunday night. Yerima was said to been trailed by unidentified men dressed in black and riding in two unmarked Hilux vans with no number plates. The vehicles allegedly followed him from the NIPCO...
“Wike–Naval Officer Clash Sparks National Debate on Respect for Uniformed Officers”
The fallout from the altercation between the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, and a naval officer in Abuja continues to dominate national discourse, as prominent defence figures warn that disrespect toward uniformed personnel undermines the authority of the Nigerian state. Former Chief of Defence Staff, General Lucky Irabor (retd.), and Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle,...
Tinubu, COAS Meet Behind Closed-doors In Aso Villa
President Bola Tinubu on Tuesday met behind closed doors with the Chief of Army Staff, COAS, Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, amid the security challenges in the country. This is as the army chief has assured Nigerians to expect improved security nationwide after briefing the President. Speaking to journalists after the closed-door meeting, Lt. Gen. Shaibu said...
EFCC Declares Ex-Bayelsa Governor Timipre Sylva Wanted
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, has declared a former Minister of Petroleum Resources and former Governor of Bayelsa State, Timipre Sylva wanted. Sylva is wanted in connection with an alleged case of conspiracy and dishonest conversion of $14,859,257( Fourteen Million, Eight Hundred and Fifty Nine Thousand, Two Hundred and Fifty Seven United States Dollars), being part of funds...
US Congress To Impose Visa Bans, Freezes Asset Against Miyetti Allah
A new bill introduced in the United States Congress aims to impose targeted sanctions on the Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria, MACBAN, and Miyetti Allah Kautal Hore, citing alleged severe violations of religious freedom against Christians in Nigeria. The proposed measures include visa bans and asset freezes for individuals associated with these groups. Representative Smith Christopher, who sponsored the...
We’ll Strengthen Air Operations, Protect National Peace — Chief of Air Staff
The Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Sunday Aneke, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to strengthening operational effectiveness, professionalism, and safety standards across all formations of the Nigerian Air Force (NAF). Air Marshal Aneke gave the assurance during his maiden strategic meeting with Branch Chiefs and Air Officers Commanding, held at the NAF Headquarters in Abuja. According to a...
“We Notified FG, Military, DSS About Yelwata Attack Multiple Times” – US Agency
A United States of America-based organisation, Truth Nigeria has revealed that it notified the Nigerian government and relevant security agencies of an impending attack in Yelwata village in Guma Local Government Area of Benue State days before the incident occurred on June 13, 2025. Judd Saul, the founder of Truth Nigeria in a viral video accused the Nigerian government and...
US Military Designs Plans For Intervention In Nigeria Over Alleged Genocide
The United States of America, USA, military has designed plans for intervention in Nigeria. This is coming after President Donald Trump alleged that “Christian genocide” was happening in Nigeria, and the US would invade to take care of the terrorists. In Trump’s words: “Christianity is facing an existential threat in Nigeria. Thousands of Christians are being killed. Radical Islamists are...
COAS Emphasizes Importance Of Building Combat-ready Warriors In Nigerian Army
The Chief of Army Staff(COAS), Lt.-Gen. Waidi Shaibu, has emphasised the importance of building combat-ready warriors in the Nigerian Army for operational effectiveness. Shaibu stated this while declaring open a seminar on intensifying warrior ethos, post-traumatic stress disorder management and drug/substance abuse held at the Jaji Military Cantonment in Kaduna State on Wednesday . He identified warrior ethos as fundamental pillars...
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