Crime & SecurityNewsNigeriaShortage Of Food Forces Boko Haram Fighter To Surrender

Hassan Umar Shallpella (Regional Correspondent)March 2, 2025

A Boko Haram fighter, who operated under the notorious Boko Haram commander Ali Ngulde in the Mandara Mountains, turned himself in at about 11:30 a.m. on March 1 to troops conducting piqueting duties along the Gwoza-Limankara Road. The fighter surrendered to troops of the 26 Task Force Brigade Joint Task Force (JTF) Operation Hadin Kai in the Gwoza Local Government Area of Borno State and called on other insurgents to renounce terrorism. The insurgent also...

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Catholic Bishop of Yola Diocese Ordains New Priests

CommunityNewsNigeriaCatholic Bishop of Yola Diocese Ordains New Priests

Hassan Umar Shallpella (Regional Correspondent)March 2, 2025

The Catholic Bishop of Yola Diocese Dr. Stephen Dami Mamza, has ordained four new priests. The newly ordained priests, including Reverend Father John Peter Wild, Reverend Father Joseph Hyginus, Reverend Father Robinson Bernard Gutaro, and Reverend Father Godwin Ibrahim Clement, are expected to serve in various parishes and institutions within the diocese by bringing their unique gifts and talents to the ministries to which they are posted. The ceremony was marked by deep spiritual favour, as...

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LG Chairman In Kano Arrested over Land Scam

Crime & SecurityNewsNigeriaLG Chairman In Kano Arrested over Land Scam

Hassan Umar Shallpella (Regional Correspondent)March 1, 2025

The Chairman of Kiru Local Government Area of Kano State, Abdullahi Mohammed has been arrested by the Kano State Public Complaints and Anti-Corruption Commission for allegedly selling a land originally designated for the Kafin Maiyaki Mini Stadium. A company called Mahasum was said to have purchased the plots meant for the stadium for over N100 million, with payments deposited directly into the local government chairman’s personal account. The commission’s Public Relations Officer, Kabir Abba Kabir...

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Muslims In Nigeria Begins 2025 Ramadan Fast

NewsNigeriaReligionMuslims In Nigeria Begins 2025 Ramadan Fast

Hassan Umar Shallpella (Regional Correspondent)March 1, 2025

The President General Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs, Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar III, has declared Saturday, March 1, 2025, as the first day of Ramadan 1446 A.H. The announcement followed the Sultanate Council’s moon-sighting meeting, where reports were received from various states and organizations confirming the sighting of the new moon. The appearance of the crescent moon signals the beginning of Ramadan, the ninth month of the Islamic calendar, during which Muslims observe fasting, prayer, and...

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ECOWAS Court Declares Kudirat Abiola’s Assassination Case Inadmissible

Law & JusticeNewsNigeriaWest AfricaECOWAS Court Declares Kudirat Abiola’s Assassination Case Inadmissible

Hassan Umar Shallpella (Regional Correspondent)March 1, 2025

The Community Court of Justice, ECOWAS, on Friday, declared the case concerning Khalifa Abiola and two others and the Federal Government of Nigeria over alleged claims of human rights violations involving late Mrs Kudirat Abiola as inadmissible. The case filed under suit number ECW/CCJ/APP/62/22 was brought before the Court by the applicants, Khalifa Abiola, Moriam Abiola and Hadi Abiola suing on behalf of themselves and the estate of late Kudirat whom they alleged to have...

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Emir of Ilorin Says Rising Cases of Gender-Based Violence Is Against Cultural, Religious Values

Crime & SecurityNewsNigeriaEmir of Ilorin Says Rising Cases of Gender-Based Violence Is Against Cultural, Religious Values

Hassan Umar Shallpella (Regional Correspondent)February 28, 2025

The rising menace of Gender-Based Violence (GBV) has become a great concern to Emir of Ilorin, Dr. Ibrahim Sulu-Gambari, emphasizing that it “goes against core cultural and religious values of compassion, justice, and the protection of the vulnerable.” The Emir who stated this at a stakeholders’ meeting in Ilorin, the Kwara State capital convened by an organisation tackling GBV in the state, the Brain Builders Youth Development Initiative (BBYDI) with a theme, ‘Mobilizing Stakeholders for...

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Suspected Boko Haram Launches Attack On Community In Adamawa

Crime & SecurityNational SecurityNewsNigeriaSuspected Boko Haram Launches Attack On Community In Adamawa

Hassan Umar Shallpella (Regional Correspondent)February 27, 2025

Suspected members of Boko Haram insurgents have launched an attack on Kwapre village in the Hong local government area of Adamawa State. It was learnt that the Military, based in the nearby Garaha, engaged the insurgents, thereby forcing them to retreat to their hideouts. The latest attack was said to be the tenth reported incursion by Boko Haram into these communities that share borders with Sambisa forest in Borno State den of the insurgents between...

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376 Irregular Migrants Considered ‘fraudulent’ Arrested In Ogun

Crime & SecurityNational SecurityNewsNigeria376 Irregular Migrants Considered ‘fraudulent’ Arrested In Ogun

Hassan Umar Shallpella (Regional Correspondent)February 27, 2025

No fewer than 376 irregular migrants have been arrested in Ogun State by the Nigeria Immigration Service, who are into fraudulent activities at different levels to swindle innocent Nigerians. It was gathered that all the foreigners gained access to the country through unauthorized entry points, and none presented residence cards or any form of traveling documents after interrogation. According to the comptroller of the Ogun State command, Muhammed Akadri, they were arrested at their hideouts...

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Dangote Refinery Sells Petrol At ₦825 Per Litre

BusinessEconomyNewsNigeriaDangote Refinery Sells Petrol At ₦825 Per Litre

Hassan Umar Shallpella (Regional Correspondent)February 27, 2025

The Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals has announced another reduction in petrol prices, marking the second cut this month. In a statement issued Wednesday in Lagos, the company’s Head of Media Communications, Anthony Echiejina, confirmed a ₦65 reduction, bringing the ex-depot price down to ₦825 per litre from the previous ₦890 per litre. It described the move as a relief measure, particularly with Ramadan approaching, and a step towards supporting President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s economic recovery...

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Exam Malpractice May Destroy Nigeria- Registrar NECO

EducationNewsNigeriaExam Malpractice May Destroy Nigeria- Registrar NECO

Hassan Umar Shallpella (Regional Correspondent)February 25, 2025

Nigerians have been urged to shun examination malpractice, as it is capable of destroying Nigeria and the quality of education remains the foundation for development. The Registrar of the National Examination Council (NECO), Professor Dantani Ibrahim Wushishi made the call while speaking on the importance of examination at the 50th anniversary of Government Science Secondary School Izom organized by old students of the school. According to Prof. Wushishi, NECO conducts five different examinations “The Examination...

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