950 Igbo Communities Under Threat from Armed Jihadist – Intersociety

…Accuses South-East Governors of Complicity A new investigative report by a leading civil liberties organisation has revealed that over 950 locations in about 800 Igbo communities across the South-East region are currently under threat or occupation by armed Jihadist Fulani herdsmen and allied groups. The report, released on Monday by the International Society for Civil Liberties and Rule of Law (Intersociety), accuses the five Christian governors of the South-East of complicity in the deepening insecurity...

Military Airstrike Kills Over 20 Bandits in Zamfara

…Vigilantes Caught in the Crossfire An airstrike carried out by the Nigerian military in Zamfara State has killed more than 20 suspected bandits in what authorities described as a successful counter-terrorism operation. However, the mission, which took place around Maraya and Wabi villages in Maru Local Government Area, also led to the deaths of some local vigilante members who were reportedly caught in the crossfire. Military sources, who spoke to counter-insurgency expert Zagazola Makama, said...

Wike: ‘Nobody Can Remove Me From PDP

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has fired back at those calling for his expulsion from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), declaring that no one has the courage or legitimacy to push him out of a party he has loyally served for years. Wike, who spoke on Monday during a media parley in Abuja, dismissed criticisms over his political allegiance and reaffirmed his commitment to the PDP despite working with the current...

Following the auto accident on Saturday that claimed 22 lives and left several others seriously injured of Kano’s contingent returning from the National Sports Festival in Ogun State when their bus fell off a bridge some kilometres from Kano, the state Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf has declared Monday, 2nd June as a public holiday to sympathize with the victims’ families. The Governor, in a statement issued by the Governor’s Spokesperson, Sanusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, extended...

Okpebholo, Idahosa, APC Leaders Celebrate Appeal Court Victory

Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State has lauded the Appeal Court judgment which gave victory to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), saying that the regular defeat of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has given the people continuous cause for celebration. The State Deputy Governor, Rt. Hon. Dennis Idahosa, party leaders, youths, market women, and other party stalwarts, joined the Governor on a motorcade around Benin City to celebrate the Appeal Court judgment. According to...

2nd Anniversary: Buratai Commends Tinubu’s Economic Policies

Former Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt Gen TY Buratai (rtd), has commended the economic policies of President Bola Tinubu while assessing his two years in office. Buratai, who spoke at the Timelineng lecture titled “Importance of the media in information gathering, stated that in the face of security challenges, the achievements of President Bola Tinubu and others barriers held in Lagos yesterday, said that the administration of President Tinubu has done well, given the...

Enugu Governor Mbah Recounts His 2-Year Achievements

The Enugu State Governor, Dr. Peter Ndubuisi Mbah, on Thursday, 29th May, recounted his achievements during his 2 years in office. At the event, which witnessed a mammoth crowd at the Okpara Square in Enugu metropolis, Dr. Mbah reiterated his administration’s vision: to lay the foundations for a prosperous Enugu, built on access, equity, and excellence. Some of the significant achievements are: over 800 kilometres of roads built, 5 ultra-modern transport terminals—Holy Ghost Terminals 1...

Military, Miyetti Allah Hold High-Level Talks in Benue Over Farmer–Herder Crisis

The Commander of Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS), Major General Moses Gara, has met with top leaders of the Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders’ Association of Nigeria (MACBAN) in Makurdi. The closed-door meeting, which was held on Wednesday, brought together key security agencies and representatives of local governments in what the military described as a strategic engagement to address the rising tide of insecurity in the state. Speaking after the meeting, Acting Assistant Director of Army Public...

WAEC Explains Delay in English Exam, Says It Was Trying to Stop Exam Leaks

The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has opened up about why the 2025 English Language exam was delayed on Wednesday, saying it was all in a bid to stop question paper leaks and exam malpractice. The paper, originally scheduled for the morning of May 28, did not start on time in many centres across the country. Some students ended up writing the exam into the night, with viral videos on social media showing candidates using...

Weighing Major Contenders in Anambra’s November Governorship Election

“People live in fear of the unknown, and the government has been unable to restore confidence or order.” —Ebuka Onyekwelu It is now about two weeks before political campaigns resume for the 2025 November 8, Anambra State Governorship Election. Going by the INEC guidelines, campaigns would resume on June 11th. By then, it will be about five months away before the election. So far, about 16 political parties are going to be participating in the...

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