Easter Killings: CAN Urges Northern Christians to Organise Against Attacks

The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has called on Christians in northern Nigeria to take proactive steps to defend themselves amid rising attacks, especially during major religious celebrations. The call follows a deadly attack on Angwan Rukuba in Jos North, Plateau State, where over 20 people were killed on Palm Sunday. Chairman of CAN in the 19 northern states and the FCT, Joseph Hayab, said the Christian community would not surrender to fear despite persistent...

Easter: Akpabio Assures Nigerians of Victory Over Terrorism

President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, has assured Nigerians that the Federal Government remains committed to defeating terrorism and restoring security across the country. In his Easter message, Akpabio called for unity, tolerance and peaceful coexistence among Nigerians, urging Christians to reflect on the values of the season. “On behalf of my family, my constituents, the Senate, and the National Assembly, I extend my warmest Easter greetings to all Christians in Nigeria and around the...

Easter: Reps Call for Unity, Hope Amid National Challenges

The House of Representatives has urged Nigerians to embrace unity, sacrifice and hope as Christians across the country celebrate Easter. In a statement issued on Saturday by House Spokesman, Rep. Akin Rotimi, the lawmakers described Easter as a symbol of renewal and national reflection. “Easter symbolises the triumph of life over death and hope over despair. Its enduring message inspires compassion, forgiveness, service to others, and renewed commitment to the common good,” Rotimi stated. “Beyond...

Rights Groups Slam Wike Over Threat to Channels TV Journalist, Demand Apology

Human rights group Amnesty International and several civil society organisations have condemned comments by the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, over a remark directed at Channels Television anchor, Seun Okinbaloye. Wike, during a live media chat, said “he would have shot” the journalist over comments made on Politics Today concerning fears of a one-party state. “I was thoroughly surprised yesterday when I was watching Seun’s Politics Today. If there was any way...

ADC Accuses INEC of Partisanship, Calls for Resignation of Electoral Chiefs

A fresh political storm has erupted in Nigeria after the African Democratic Congress (ADC) accused the electoral umpire of undermining democracy and acting in favour of the ruling party ahead of the 2027 general elections. Addressing a world press conference at the Shehu Yar’Adua Centre in Abuja on Thursday, the party’s National Chairman, David Mark, alleged that recent actions by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) amounted to “a direct assault on Nigeria’s democracy.” “This...

Federal Government To Provide 5000 Surveillance Cameras To Plateau State 

In an effort to restore peace in Plateau State, following wanton killings in parts of the state, the Federal Government will make provision of 5000 surveillance cameras to be installed across the state to improve intelligence gathering. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu disclosed on Thursday in Jos, while commiserating with the government and people of Plateau State over the killings in part of Jos North Local Government Area, which occurred last Sunday.  According to Tinubu, the...

Adelabu Denies Resignation Rumours, Confirms Interest in Oyo Governorship Race

The Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, has dismissed reports of his resignation circulating on social media, describing the letter in circulation as fake. Speaking in an interview with Channels Television, Adelabu said he had not submitted any resignation letter, contrary to widespread speculation following a directive by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for political appointees with electoral ambitions to step down. He said, “Of course, yes, I am very much in the race. But I will...

Over 840,000 Foreigners Overstaying in Nigeria — Minister of Interior

The Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, has revealed that more than 840,000 foreigners are currently overstaying their visas in Nigeria, describing the situation as a major migration concern for the country. Speaking on Tuesday during an appearance on Politics Today on Channels Television, the Minister said the figure was uncovered through the Federal Government’s newly upgraded immigration tracking system. “Just as we have Nigerian overstayers in the UK, Nigeria is also facing the same challenge....

Plateau Attack: FG Vows Justice, Says Security Situation Under Control

The Federal Government has moved to contain the fallout of the recent deadly attack in Angwan Rukuba, Jos North, assuring Nigerians that the security situation in Plateau State remains under control. Speaking at a press conference in Abuja on Tuesday, the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, expressed the government’s concern over the incident and conveyed condolences to victims’ families. “The Federal Government expresses deep concern over the tragic attack in Angwan Rukuba,...

Vehicles Burnt, Tensions Rise in South Africa Over Coronation of ‘Igbo King’

Several vehicles were set ablaze in South Africa’s Eastern Cape province on Monday as protests turned violent over claims of an alleged Igbo traditional ruler coronation. The unrest, which erupted in parts of East London, was reportedly led by members of ActionSA, who described the purported coronation of Solomon Eziko as a violation of constitutional and traditional authority structures. Protesters marched through communities, torching vehicles and targeting properties believed to belong to foreign nationals, while...

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