Police Insist Gun Licence Ban Still in Place Despite Calls for Self-Defence

NewsNigeriaPoliticsPolice Insist Gun Licence Ban Still in Place Despite Calls for Self-Defence

By Ezinwanne Onwuka (Senior Reporter)May 5, 2025

As insecurity continues to trouble many parts of Nigeria, the Nigeria Police Force has made it clear that the ban on issuing firearms licences has not been lifted despite growing calls for citizens to be allowed to protect themselves. Many Nigerians, frustrated by rising cases of kidnapping, banditry, and violent attacks, have asked the government to consider allowing responsible citizens to bear arms for self-defence. One of the strongest voices in this debate is that...

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Borno Govt Welcomes 300,000 ‘Repentant’ Islamist Militants

National SecurityNewsNigeriaPoliticsBorno Govt Welcomes 300,000 ‘Repentant’ Islamist Militants

By Ezinwanne Onwuka (Senior Reporter)May 2, 2025

…Yet Attacks Persist as Group Regroups Three hundred thousand –  that is the number of souls once sworn to terror who, over the past three years, have surrendered and been welcomed back into society in Borno State—an act of hope shadowed by the haunting memories of a 15-year insurgency that refuses to end. Governor Babagana Zulum revealed the number during a high-level security meeting with Nigeria’s Defense Minister, Badaru Abubakar, and top military commanders in...

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PDP in Disarray as Umo Eno Considers Exit, APC Opens Doors

NewsNigeriaPoliticsPDP in Disarray as Umo Eno Considers Exit, APC Opens Doors

By Ezinwanne Onwuka (Senior Reporter)May 2, 2025

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has expressed its willingness to receive Akwa Ibom State Governor, Umo Eno, following his recent remarks suggesting a potential defection from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). Governor Eno, while speaking at a constituency outreach meeting on Tuesday in Ikot Akpankuk, Ukanafun Local Government Area, likened the PDP to a faulty aircraft and implied he might be considering a switch to the APC. “If you wanted to travel with Ibom Airline...

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Joining APC Won’t Save You — EFCC Boss to Corrupt Politicians

NewsNigeriaPoliticsJoining APC Won’t Save You — EFCC Boss to Corrupt Politicians

By Ezinwanne Onwuka (Senior Reporter)May 2, 2025

Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ola Olukoyede, has firmly dismissed allegations that the anti-graft agency is being used as a political tool to target opposition figures, asserting that the EFCC remains committed to impartiality in its fight against corruption. Speaking on Channels Television’s Politics Today on Wednesday, Olukoyede addressed concerns over the agency’s perceived political bias, especially in light of recent defections of Delta State Governor Sheriff Oborevwori and his predecessor,...

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May Day: NLC Tables Long List of Demands to FG

NewsNigeriaPoliticsMay Day: NLC Tables Long List of Demands to FG

By Ezinwanne Onwuka (Senior Reporter)May 2, 2025

It was not just celebration at this year’s May Day rally in Abuja, it was also a loud and clear cry for justice from the Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC). Addressing a packed crowd at Eagle Square, NLC President, Joe Ajaero, rolled out a long list of demands, with a call to raise the retirement age for all civil servants topping the list. “It is imperative to extend the revised retirement age of 65 years or...

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Rivers Workers Shun May Day Celebration, Demand Return of Fubara, Elected Officials

NewsNigeriaPoliticsRivers Workers Shun May Day Celebration, Demand Return of Fubara, Elected Officials

By Ezinwanne Onwuka (Senior Reporter)May 2, 2025

There was no usual fanfare at the Yakubu Gowon Stadium in Port Harcourt on 1st May, Workers’ Day. For the first time in recent memory, the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) in Rivers State boycotted the annual celebration. Instead, workers gathered at the NLC Secretariat in D-Line, Port Harcourt, holding placards and chanting messages that called for the immediate reinstatement of Governor Siminalayi Fubara, his deputy, Dr Ngozi Odu, and members of the Rivers State House...

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NUC Approves 11 New Private Universities

EducationNewsNigeriaNUC Approves 11 New Private Universities

By Ezinwanne Onwuka (Senior Reporter)May 1, 2025

The National Universities Commission (NUC) on Wednesday approved the establishment of 11 new private universities across Nigeria, bringing the total number of licensed private universities in the country to 159. This fresh approval comes despite an earlier suspension by the Federal Government on the issuance of licences to new private universities. However, the government had clarified that applications already in advanced stages would still be considered, provided they met the necessary standards. The newly approved...

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COAS: Terrorists Will Soon Feel the Impact of Our New Strategy

National SecurityNewsNigeriaCOAS: Terrorists Will Soon Feel the Impact of Our New Strategy

By Ezinwanne Onwuka (Senior Reporter)May 1, 2025

The Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Olufemi Oluyede, has assured Nigerians that the enemies of the country will soon begin to feel the full impact of new strategies recently adopted by the Nigerian Army. He gave this assurance on Tuesday in Bauchi, during a firepower demonstration held at the Victor Kure Armour Range. The event marked the grand finale of the 2025 Combat Arms Training Week. Speaking through Major General Henry Wesley, Commander of...

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Diri Warns Appointees Against Early Campaigns Ahead of 2027, Threatens Dismissal

NewsNigeriaPoliticsDiri Warns Appointees Against Early Campaigns Ahead of 2027, Threatens Dismissal

By Ezinwanne Onwuka (Senior Reporter)May 1, 2025

Bayelsa State Governor, Senator Douye Diri, has cautioned political appointees in his administration against engaging in political activities ahead of the 2027 general elections, warning that any violation of this directive will attract immediate dismissal. Governor Diri issued the warning on Wednesday during the 162nd State Executive Council meeting held in Yenagoa. He expressed concern over the growing trend of political statements and activities by individuals who appear more interested in electioneering than governance. “This...

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Troops Rescue 71 Kidnap Victims After Night Attack in Zamfara

Crime & SecurityNewsNigeriaTroops Rescue 71 Kidnap Victims After Night Attack in Zamfara

By Ezinwanne Onwuka (Senior Reporter)May 1, 2025

At least 71 passengers who were kidnapped by armed bandits in Maradun Local Government Area of Zamfara State have been rescued by Nigerian troops. The attack happened on Sunday night, 28 April, around 9:10 p.m., along the Faru–Janbako Road. A truck carrying 80 passengers from Niger State to Sabon Birni in Sokoto State was stopped at Tungan Na-Yarchiga, where gunmen forcefully took everyone on board. Security sources said troops under Operation FANSAN YANMA responded quickly,...

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