Catholic Bishops, Pope Leo, Tinubu React to Benue Carnage

Crime & SecurityNewsNigeriaCatholic Bishops, Pope Leo, Tinubu React to Benue Carnage

By Ezinwanne Onwuka (Senior Reporter)June 17, 2025

A gruesome attack in Yelewata community, Guma Local Government Area of Benue State, over the weekend left at least 120 villagers dead and many more injured or missing, local officials say. Survivors report that gunmen—believed to be armed Fulani herders—stormed the village late on Friday, 13 June, opening fire on sleeping residents and burning their homes. “Many of those killed were sheltering in a local market,” which was razed, said an Associated Press report. Amnesty...

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Enugwu-Ukwu Agog, as Mega Abattoir Hosts YPP Governorship Candidate

NewsNigeriaPoliticsEnugwu-Ukwu Agog, as Mega Abattoir Hosts YPP Governorship Candidate

Ebuka Onyekwelu (Staff Writer)June 16, 2025

Enugwu-Ukwu town, in Njikoka Local Government Area of Anambra State, on Sunday evening, with excitement, received Sir Paul Chukwuma, the Anambra State Governorship candidate of the Young Progressive Party, YPP, and his Deputy, Uzu Okagbue, who were hosted by Chief Michael Onyeka Obidi, the CEO of Mega Abattoir. Sir Paul Chukwuma, who arrived at the Mega Abattoir spot in Enugwu-Ukwu with his Deputy, Uzu Okagbue, and members of his team, was most warmly received by...

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Benue Killings: Tinubu, Again Tasks Security Chiefs On Lasting Peace

Crime & SecurityNewsNigeriaBenue Killings: Tinubu, Again Tasks Security Chiefs On Lasting Peace

Uzoamaka Ikezue (Staff Reporter)June 16, 2025

…Charges Alia On Reconciliation President Bola Tinubu has again asked security chiefs to implement his earlier directive to bring lasting peace and security to Benue State. Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information & Strategy, in a press statement on Sunday, noted that the President Tinubu renewed his order in the wake of the latest round of reprisal attacks that led to the death of many people. “On the president’s directive, intelligence chiefs,...

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Umunnachi Community Expresses Solidarity with the YPP Guber Candidate

NewsNigeriaPoliticsUmunnachi Community Expresses Solidarity with the YPP Guber Candidate

Ebuka Onyekwelu (Staff Writer)June 15, 2025

Umunnachi community in Dunukofia LGA, on Saturday, expressed their support for Sir Paul Chukwuma, the Young Progressive Party, YPP candidate, and his deputy, Uzu Okagbue, in the November 8, Anambra State Governorship election. This support expressed by the community came as Uzu Okagbue, informed them that he is on the ticket of the YPP with Sir Paul Chukwuma, the party’s candidate. The event, which was held at the civic centre of Umunnachi, was well-attended by...

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ADHA To Repeal Law, Extend Tenure Of Local Govt Council

NewsNigeriaPoliticsADHA To Repeal Law, Extend Tenure Of Local Govt Council

Hassan Umar Shallpella (Regional Correspondent)June 14, 2025

Adamawa State House of Assembly is to repeal the Local Government Administration, System and Establishment Law 2000 to pave way for tenure elongation of Local Government Council Chairmen from 2 to 3 years. The tenure elongation of Council Chairmen was sequel to a letter forwarded to the House by Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri, seeking the Assembly to repeal a law that will allow for the extension of the  tenure. The letter was read for the...

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Gov Zulum Pardon 66 Inmates, Provides Support To 1,280 Others

NewsNigeriaPoliticsGov Zulum Pardon 66 Inmates, Provides Support To 1,280 Others

Hassan Umar Shallpella (Regional Correspondent)June 14, 2025

No fewer than 66 inmates serving various prison terms at the Maiduguri Maximum Custodial Centre were granted state and partial pardons by Borno State Governor, Professor Babagana Umara Zulum. The governor also commuted death sentences to life imprisonment and reduced jail terms for other inmates. Zulum made the announcement during a visit to the facility, explained that the decision followed recommendations from the Advisory Committee on the Prerogative of Mercy and pledged continued support for...

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Agriculture Ministry Declares 3-Day Fasting and Prayer for Food Security

AgricultureNewsNigeriaAgriculture Ministry Declares 3-Day Fasting and Prayer for Food Security

By Ezinwanne Onwuka (Senior Reporter)June 14, 2025

In what appears to be a spiritual response to Nigeria’s growing food insecurity, the Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security (FMAFS) has declared a three-day fasting and prayer programme to seek divine intervention for the country’s agricultural sector. This was contained in an internal circular dated 11th June 2025 and signed by Mrs Adedayo Modupe O., the Ministry’s Director of Human Resource Management. The circular, which was addressed to all directors, deputy directors, assistant...

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Gov Fintiri Vows To Restore Electricity To Communities Ravaged By Insurgency 

NewsNigeriaPoliticsGov Fintiri Vows To Restore Electricity To Communities Ravaged By Insurgency 

Hassan Umar Shallpella (Regional Correspondent)June 14, 2025

Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri of Adamawa State has reaffirmed his administration’s resolve to restore electricity supply to Northern Adamawa communities affected by insurgency resulting in disconnection of power supply from public source. Governor Fintiri who stated this on Friday in Gulak, Madagali local government area, emphasized that substantial efforts are already underway to reconnect affected local government areas to the national grid. The areas targeted for power restoration include Madagali, Michika, and parts of Hong...

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Presidential System Of Govt, Not Suitable For Multi-ethnic State Like Nigeria – Falae

NewsNigeriaPoliticsPresidential System Of Govt, Not Suitable For Multi-ethnic State Like Nigeria – Falae

Uzoamaka Ikezue (Staff Reporter)June 13, 2025

…Says He Was Robbed Of Victory In  1999 Presidential Election Chief Olu Falae, former Secretary of Government of the Federation (SGF), has said that the presidential system of government is not suitable for a multi-ethnic state like Nigeria, thereby making a case for a parliamentary system of government. Falae, who spoke on Arise TV on Thursday in commemoration of 2025 Democracy Day, listed some of the flaws in the presidential system of government. The former...

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Federal Government Governs With Unmistakable Intent To Dominate – Atiku

NewsNigeriaPoliticsFederal Government Governs With Unmistakable Intent To Dominate – Atiku

Uzoamaka Ikezue (Staff Reporter)June 13, 2025

 …Says Democratic Promise That Blossomed In 1999 Is Steadily Dismantled Former Vice President Atiku Abubaka has said the Federal Government now governs with the intention to dominate. Atiku, who stated this in his 2025 Democracy Day message, noted that the current government led by President Bola Tinubu, represents the lowest ebb in Nigeria’s democratic journey, stressing that the democratic promise that blossomed in 1999 is steadily being dismantled. He said, “The ruling party and its...

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