The former Vice President of Nigeria and the presidential candidate in the 2023 general election, Alhaji Atiku Abubakar (WAZIRI ADAMAWA), has expressed his profound sorrow over the death of Onyeka Onwenu. Onyeka, a celebrated singer-songwriter, actress, human rights and social activist, journalist, politician, and former judge on the X Factor series, was affectionately known asContinue reading "Atiku Abubakar Mourns the Passing of Onyeka Onwenu: A Tribute to the Elegant Stallion"
Women Groups Condemn APC for Exploiting 400 Women with Deceptive ‘Say No To Protest’ Campaign
A coalition of women's groups under the umbrella of Nigerian Young Women (NYW) has accused Mrs. Tinu A. Abiola, wife of the late Chief MKO Abiola, and other leaders of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), of deceiving over 400 women by promising palliative rice, only to use them for a misleading campaign against protests.Continue reading "Women Groups Condemn APC for Exploiting 400 Women with Deceptive ‘Say No To Protest’ Campaign"
Nigerian Army Troops Neutralize Notorious Terrorist, Recover Arms in Taraba State
In a decisive and meticulously coordinated operation against banditry, terrorism, and other criminal activities, the Nigerian Army's 6 Brigade, Sector 3 of Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS), successfully neutralized a notorious terrorist and recovered an array of arms and ammunition. The announcement was made by Captain Olubodunde Oni, Acting Assistant Director of the 6 Brigade ArmyContinue reading "Nigerian Army Troops Neutralize Notorious Terrorist, Recover Arms in Taraba State"
Nigerian Police Chief Warns of Military Intervention if #EndBadGovernance Protests Escalate
The Inspector General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, has disclosed plans to involve the Armed Forces if the upcoming nationwide #EndBadGovernance protests spiral out of control. This revelation came during a Zoom meeting on Tuesday afternoon with prominent human rights lawyers Femi Falana (SAN) and Ebun-Olu Adegboruwa (SAN), the Take-It-Back Movement, representatives of the NigerianContinue reading "Nigerian Police Chief Warns of Military Intervention if #EndBadGovernance Protests Escalate"
Kano State to Implement New N70,000 Minimum Wage: Governor Abba Yusuf’s Bold Move for Economic Growth
In a landmark announcement, His Excellency Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano State revealed that the state will adopt the newly approved N70,000 minimum wage. The declaration was made via his official social media platform, X, underscoring the administration's commitment to economic development and worker welfare. Governor Yusuf stated, “Following President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's approvalContinue reading "Kano State to Implement New N70,000 Minimum Wage: Governor Abba Yusuf’s Bold Move for Economic Growth"
Adamawa Police Command Urges Public to Shun Violent Protests
The Adamawa State Police Command has issued a stern warning against the proposed nationwide protest, emphasizing the potential dangers it poses. In a statement released via their Public Relations Officer (PPRO) on the Command's official social media X channel, the police underscored their stance against protests, citing the risk of violence and disorder. The CommandContinue reading "Adamawa Police Command Urges Public to Shun Violent Protests"
Minister Badaru Urges Protesters to Shelve Demonstrations and Embrace Dialogue
Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser on Information and Strategy to President Tinubu, recently shared on his social media X channel that the Minister of Defense, Mohammed Badaru, has called on the organizers of the proposed nationwide protest to reconsider and engage in dialogue with the Federal Government. Minister Badaru emphasized that President Tinubu's reforms are alreadyContinue reading "Minister Badaru Urges Protesters to Shelve Demonstrations and Embrace Dialogue"
Triumph in Sambisa: Nigerian Troops Neutralize Terrorists in Joint Operation
The renowned security analyst and counter-insurgency expert Zagazola Makama announced on his social media X channel that the troops of Operation Desert Sanity and Operation Hadin Kai have achieved a significant victory by neutralizing two terrorists in the Sambisa axis of Bama Local Government Area of Borno State. In a daring operation on July 30,Continue reading "Triumph in Sambisa: Nigerian Troops Neutralize Terrorists in Joint Operation"
Shehu Sani and Dele Momodu Demand Apology from Fayose Over ‘Contemptuous’ Remarks on Northern Marriages
Prominent social activist and former lawmaker Shehu Sani, along with Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) chieftain Chief Dele Momodu, have called for an apology from Ayodele Fayose, the former governor of Ekiti State, over his recent controversial statements about marriage practices in Northern Nigeria. During an interview on Channels TV, Fayose, an ally of President BolaContinue reading "Shehu Sani and Dele Momodu Demand Apology from Fayose Over ‘Contemptuous’ Remarks on Northern Marriages"
Northern Mali: A Battleground of Factions and Fury
Renowned security analyst and counter-insurgency expert Zagazola recently illuminated the escalating conflict in northern Mali on his social media channel, X. His insights reveal a region engulfed in turmoil, with government forces, separatist groups, and jihadist factions locked in fierce battles. The Malian Armed Forces (FAM), bolstered by the Private Military Company (PMC) Wagner, areContinue reading "Northern Mali: A Battleground of Factions and Fury"
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