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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YPP Vows To Reclaim Ubah’s Seat, Raise New Breed Of Selfless Leaders

NewsNigeriaPoliticsYPP Vows To Reclaim Ubah’s Seat, Raise New Breed Of Selfless Leaders

PilotnewsMarch 1, 2025

The Young Progressive Party (YPP) in Anambra state has vowed to take over the vacant seat at the red chambers of the National Assembly created by the demise of Dr Ifeanyi Ubah, Senator representing Anambra South District. The National Secretary of the party, Bar. Vidiyeno Bamaiyi who stated this in Awka at a one day sensitization workshop said the party had been re-strategizing to ensure the dream was realized. Ubah won the Senatorial seat under...

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Anambra Government Demolishes Biafra Warlord’s Family House Fence in Nnewi

NewsNigeriaPoliticsAnambra Government Demolishes Biafra Warlord’s Family House Fence in Nnewi

Ebuka Onyekwelu (Staff Writer)March 1, 2025

The government of Anambra State has demolished the fence of the Nnewi home of Chief Emeka Odumegwu-Ojukwu, the Biafra warlord. The demolition which occurred on Friday was to make space for the ongoing expansion of the Nnewi – Owerri road, which is currently under construction. However, more than 24 hours later, Ojukwu’s fence remains the only fence that has been demolished throughout the entire stretch and its opposite. This suspected isolated demolition has raised questions...

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2025 Ramadan Season: President Tinubu Greets Muslim Faithful

NewsNigeriaReligion2025 Ramadan Season: President Tinubu Greets Muslim Faithful

Uzoamaka Ikezue (Staff Reporter)February 28, 2025

In a press statement on Friday he personally signed, the President said, “I congratulate the Muslim faithful in Nigeria and worldwide as we begin the sacred month of Ramadan. “We’re profoundly grateful to Almighty Allah for granting us the grace to witness the commencement of this holy month, a cornerstone of the Islamic faith. May this fasting and devotion period be marked by good health, spiritual fulfilment, and divine blessings. “Ramadan is a time for...

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Atiku Calls For  Investigation Of Alleged Sexual Harassment Against Akpabio 

NewsNigeriaPoliticsAtiku Calls For  Investigation Of Alleged Sexual Harassment Against Akpabio 

Uzoamaka Ikezue (Staff Reporter)February 28, 2025

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has called for the investigation of the allegation of sexual harassment against Senate President, Goodwill Akpabio by the Senator representing Kogi Central at the Red Chamber of the National Assembly,  Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan. The presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) had on his X, formerly Tweeter handle on Friday noted he watched with deep concern on Friday morning as Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan raised serious allegations of sexual harassment, intimidation,...

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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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