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Suspected Fulani militants unleash mayhem on Delta community

Suspected Fulani militants have reportedly invaded Umeh community in Isoko South Local Government Area of Delta State, unleashing violence on residents and forcing many to flee. Community sources say the attackers have laid siege to the area for days, destroying farmlands and terrorising villagers.​ Local youth leader, Emmanuel Oko, said the militants have been moving with sophisticated weapons, shooting sporadically and preventing farmers from accessing their fields. He warned that the community is on the brink of collapse as people abandon their homes out of fear.​ Residents accuse the armed men of targeting Christian farmers and attempting to seize their ancestral land for grazing. They lament that repeated appeals to security agencies and government officials have not produced a lasting response.​ Community leaders are calling on the Delta State and Federal Governments to urgently deploy troops and law enforcement to […]

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60 years after: Remembering the bloody coup that changed Nigeria forever

Nigeria is marking 60 years since the January 15, 1966 coup that toppled the First Republic and opened the door to decades of military rule. The bloody takeover, led by young officers who claimed to be fighting corruption and political chaos, has remained one of the most disputed turning points in the nation’s history.​ Key political figures, including Prime Minister Abubakar Tafawa Balewa, Northern Premier Ahmadu Bello and Western Premier Ladoke Akintola, were killed along with senior military officers. The fact that most of the victims were northern leaders fuelled deep resentment and the perception of an ethnically biased operation, especially in the North.​ The coup was quickly followed by a counter coup in July 1966, massacres in the North and, eventually, the Nigerian Civil War between 1967 and 1970. Analysts say these events shattered trust among regions and ethnic […]

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Mark mourns founding editor of Newswatch magazine, Yakubu Mohammed

Former Senate President David Mark has joined other prominent Nigerians in mourning veteran journalist and Newswatch magazine co founder, Yakubu Mohammed, who died at 75. Mohammed, a pioneering editor and media administrator, passed away in Lagos after a brief illness, just months after fellow Newswatch co founder Dan Agbese died in November 2025.​ In his condolence message, Mark described Mohammed as one of the pillars of modern Nigerian journalism whose work at Newswatch redefined investigative reporting during the military era. He said the late editor used his pen to promote accountability, good governance and national unity over several decades.​ Mark recalled Mohammed’s role in establishing Newswatch in 1984 alongside Dele Giwa, Ray Ekpu and Dan Agbese, calling the magazine a turning point in Nigeria’s media history. He noted that Newswatch became a model for bold, fact driven journalism and a […]

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Two killed as tanker collides with motorcycle in Lagos

Two persons have died in Lagos after a tanker collided with a commercial motorcycle, also known as okada, in the early hours of Wednesday. The crash occurred along a busy corridor in the state and caused panic among road users before emergency responders arrived.​ According to preliminary information from traffic authorities, the tanker driver was allegedly speeding and lost control while attempting to manoeuvre through traffic. The vehicle rammed into the motorcycle, killing the rider and a passenger on the spot.​ Officials of the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority quickly moved in to cordon off the area and prevent a secondary accident. The Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service and other emergency agencies were also alerted to forestall any fire outbreak from possible fuel leaks.​ The remains of the victims were evacuated from the scene by relevant authorities and taken […]

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US delivers critical military assets to battle terrorists, bandits

Nigeria’s fight against terrorists and bandits has received a major boost with the delivery of critical military assets from the United States. US Africa Command said the equipment was handed over in Abuja to support ongoing security operations against terrorists and other non state armed groups.​ AFRICOM described the shipment as “critical military supplies” but did not disclose the specific platforms or weapons involved. The command said the delivery underscores the strong security partnership between both countries and is aimed at strengthening Nigeria’s frontline capabilities.​ The new support follows US assisted “precision hits” on ISIS affiliated Islamic State West Africa Province targets in Jabo, Tangaza Local Government Area of Sokoto State on December 24. Those airstrikes, carried out in coordination with the Nigerian military, destroyed a terrorist camp and were conducted at the request of Nigerian authorities.​ Nigeria’s Chief of […]

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Rivers Traditional Rulers Council sets up committee to end Fubara Wike rift

The Rivers State Council of Traditional Rulers has set up a nine member committee to mediate the prolonged political rift between Governor Siminalayi Fubara and the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike. The council says the crisis has created tension in the state and risks distracting government from delivering development projects.​ The committee is made up of first class traditional rulers drawn from the three senatorial districts of the state. Its mandate is to engage both Fubara and Wike, listen to their grievances and recommend peaceful solutions that will restore political stability.​ Chairman of the council, King Dandeson Jaja, said traditional rulers cannot fold their arms while the state’s peace and unity are threatened. He stressed that the institution remains non partisan but has a moral duty to intervene when political disagreements endanger the welfare of citizens.​ The […]

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Mismanagement, governance gaps undermining Nigerian universities – ASUU

The Academic Staff Union of Universities has warned that mismanagement of funds and weak governance structures are undermining the quality and stability of Nigerian universities. The union says poor leadership practices, political interference and lack of accountability are eroding standards across public institutions.​ ASUU leaders accuse some university administrators of diverting or misusing resources meant for teaching, research and staff welfare. They also criticise what they describe as a growing culture of patronage in appointments, contract awards and promotions, which they say undermines merit and transparency.​ The union argues that repeated encroachment on university autonomy by government agencies has weakened internal governance and encouraged arbitrary decisions. It insists that councils and senates must be allowed to function independently, in line with university laws, to protect academic freedom and institutional integrity.​ ASUU is calling for stricter oversight of how intervention funds […]

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Kidnapping: Police arrest suspected kidnappers after overhauling Ekpoma division

The Edo State Police Command says it has arrested several suspected kidnappers in Ekpoma after carrying out a major overhaul of the town’s divisional police headquarters. The move follows days of public outrage over repeated abductions and a protest that turned violent at the weekend.​ Police Commissioner Monday Agbonika ordered the redeployment of the Divisional Police Officer and other key personnel at the Ekpoma Division as part of efforts to rebuild public trust. He also directed intensified intelligence led operations and patrols to dismantle kidnapping networks in Esan West and other parts of Edo State.​ The command said new tactical teams have been stationed in identified flashpoints, while plainclothes operatives are tracking gangs linked to recent abductions captured on CCTV. Residents were urged to share credible information and assured that reports of extortion or misconduct by police officers would be […]

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Armed men kill ex councillor, four others in midnight attack on Benue community

Armed men have killed a former councillor and four other people in a midnight attack on a farming community in Gwer West Local Government Area of Benue State. The incident happened in the early hours of Monday when the gunmen stormed the area, shooting sporadically and forcing residents to flee into nearby bushes.​ Local sources identified the ex councillor as Iorhen Iorbue, a prominent community figure. Three men and one woman were also killed, while four other people were reportedly abducted during the assault.​ The attackers, suspected to be armed herders, also burnt several houses and looted food items and valuables. Community leaders say the latest killings are part of recurring attacks that have left many villagers displaced and afraid to return to their farms.​ A community leader, Terngu Akerigba, described the situation as “unbearable,” accusing the attackers of trying […]

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Again, terrorists attack Otobi Akpa in Benue, kill four, scores missing

Suspected terrorists have again attacked Otobi Akpa community in Otukpo Local Government Area of Benue State, killing at least four people while many others remain missing. Residents say the latest assault is the third in the area within a year.​ Eyewitnesses said the gunmen, believed to be heavily armed Fulani extremists, invaded the community around 1:00am on Tuesday, shooting sporadically and forcing residents to flee into nearby bushes. Four young men were reportedly killed on the spot, while a woman, identified as Pastor Mrs Menu Ojiji, died from shock due to the intensity of the gunfire.​ Community member James Ode described the attack as another unprovoked assault on a peaceful, predominantly Christian community. He said many residents, including women and children, are still unaccounted for and may be hiding in the bush.​ Youth leader Egaji Ejembi accused the attackers of […]

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