Catholics Protest Rising Kidnappings, Killings in Edo State

…Demand Government Action Catholic faithful in Auchi Diocese took to the streets in a peaceful protest on Thursday, decrying the increasing cases of kidnapping and killing of priests, farmers, and market women in Edo State. The demonstration, which began online on 25 March, included a day of mourning on 26 March and culminated in a candlelight procession at the Immaculate Conception Cathedral, Auchi, on 27 March. The event was held in honour of Rev. Fr...

Boko Haram: 5 Communities Deserted In Adamawa

Residents of five communities in Dugwaba district of Hong local government area of Adamawa State have deserted their ancestral homes as a result of incessant attacks by suspected members of Boko Haram terrorists. The affected villages with a population of over ten thousand are Kopre, Zah, Kinging, Mubang and Dabna have already relocated to Hong, Gombi, Song and Yola and become Internally Displaced Persons, IDPs. Dr. Herbert Rufus Hanawa, Principal Special Assistant to Governor Ahmadu...

President Tinubu to Mark 73rd Birthday with National Prayer Session

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will mark his 73rd birthday on Saturday with a special prayer session at the National Mosque in Abuja. The prayer, scheduled for Friday, will focus on national peace, progress, and prosperity, aligning with the President’s commitment to spiritual reflection and divine guidance in leadership. In a statement released by the State House on Thursday, the President expressed gratitude to God for preserving and strengthening him in his leadership role. “I am...

Notorious Bandit Leader Kachalla Isuhu Yellow Eliminated in Zamfara

The reign of terror of Kachalla Isuhu Yellow, one of Nigeria’s most feared bandit commanders, has come to a bloody end. He was shot dead on Friday at Dan Jibga Market in Zamfara State by gunmen loyal to rival warlord Dogo Gide. The report was first published by counterinsurgency expert Zagazola Makama, who revealed that Yellow had been on the run after sustaining injuries in a clash with security forces. However, his real trouble began...

Reps Push for the Office of Prime Minister, Age Limit for Presidential Candidates

The House of Representatives has intensified its push for constitutional amendments, passing not less than 39 bills in two legislative sittings this week. Among the major proposals are the creation of the Office of the Prime Minister as Head of Government and a 60-year age limit for presidential and governorship candidates. Other bills seek to establish state and local government police, introduce special legislative seats for persons with disabilities, and implement electoral reforms. State and...

Atiku’s camp challenges EFCC over money laundering allegations

President Bola Tinubu’s associates have been warned by the Atiku Abubakar Media Office to desist from campaign of calumny against the former Vice President. The media office on Thursday, while reacting to the allegations of money laundering, challenged the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to make public the outcome of its investigation. The statement reads, “We at Atiku Media Office have taken note of reports in a section of the media that the Governor of Lagos State,...

Knocks on Dave Umahi Over Comments During Anambra Visit

The Minister for Works and former governor of Ebonyi State, Engr. Dave Umahi has come under intense criticism over his comments during a recent visit to Anambra to flag off a continuation of the Second Niger Bridge project. During this visit, the Minister was reported to have said shortly after he was hosted in the Anambra State Government House, that there is no opposition in Anambra State. This comment has infuriated his party members to...

Seven deaths so far over outbreak of diarrhea In Adamawa

The Deputy Speaker Adamawa State House of Assembly and member representing Jada/Mbulo constituency Hon. Muhammad Buba Jijjiwa, has announced the death of seven persons following an outbreak of diarrhea and vomiting in his constituency, noted that it continue to pose threat to public health. The lawmaker revealed this under matters of urgent public importance raised on the floor of house during plenary on Wednesday, called on the state government and other relevant agencies to take...

Ebonyi Assembly Endorses Referendum For Creation Of 12 More LGAs

A referendum for the creation of 12 additional Local Government Areas in the Ebonyi state in addition to the already existing 13 LGAs has been adopted by the Ebonyi State House of Assembly. The creation of LGAs aims to bring the government closer to the people and thereby alleviate their suffering. The motion for the adoption of the request was moved by the Chief Whip of the House and member representing Edda West, Hon. Prince...

Abe’s Death: Japan court disbands Unification Church

The controversial Unification Church linked to the death of former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe has been disbanded. The Unification Church, which was started in South Korea, has established a presence in Japan since the 1960s. The name “Moonies” was derived from the name of its founder, Sun Myung Moon. A Japanese court ordered the disbandment of the church following the shock killing of Japan’s Prime Minister Shinzo Abe in 2022 brought the church under scrutiny....

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