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Kidnapped Kaduna councillor regains freedom after 4 days

A councillor representing Gwantu Ward in Sanga Local Government Area of Kaduna State, David Ali, has been released after spending four days in the custody of kidnappers. Ali was abducted late Thursday night when five armed men stormed his residence in Gwantu town and whisked him away in the presence of his family, causing panic across the community. Confirming the development on Tuesday, the Chairman of Sanga LGA, Anto Usman, told PUNCH Online that the councillor was freed between 8 and 9 p.m. on Monday. Usman described security in the area as “relatively stable” but admitted that some incidents persisted due to informants aiding criminal groups. “We’re trying to curb most of the hotspots, and we’re holding periodic security meetings to ensure our local government is safer. So far this year, four arrests have been made and suspects are facing […]

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Tinubu orders military overhaul after Borno terror massacre

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has directed the Armed Forces to review and strengthen ongoing security operations following the deadly Boko Haram attack on Darajamal community, Bama LGA of Borno State, which left civilians and soldiers dead. Vice President Kashim Shettima, in a condolence message on Monday, reaffirmed the President’s orders, stressing the need for the deployment of advanced military hardware, drones, and surveillance systems to eliminate terrorist groups nationwide. According to his spokesman, Stanley Nkwocha, Shettima described the massacre as a profound national tragedy, extending condolences to Governor Babagana Umara Zulum, the people of Borno, and the Nigerian military. “These deaths have left the entire nation in collective grief, but we are confident that justice will be served for the bereaved families,” Shettima said. Governor Zulum had visited Darajamal on Saturday to commiserate with families of the victims, both military […]

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Sokoto to Recruit Indigenes Into Civil Service to Curb Youth Restiveness

Sokoto State Governor, Ahmed Aliyu, has approved the constitution of a committee to oversee the recruitment of qualified indigenes into the state civil service, as part of efforts to tackle unemployment, youth restiveness, and insecurity. The announcement was contained in a statement issued by the Director General of Media and Publicity at Government House, Abubakar Bawa. “In a bid to reduce unemployment and youth restiveness factors that contribute to the rising issue of informants’ syndrome and worsening insecurity in the State, His Excellency has approved the setting up of a committee to oversee the recruitment of qualified Sokoto State indigenes into the State Civil Service,” the statement read. The newly inaugurated committee will be chaired by Jelani Kalgo. Other members include: Sahabi Isa Gada Bature Shinkafi Muhammad Bello Nagwari Ladan Ala, Commissioner for Basic and Secondary Education Faruk A. Wurno, […]

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Northwest Group Rejects Amnesty Report on Insecurity

The Northwest Democracy Monitoring Group (NDMG) has strongly criticised Amnesty International’s latest report on insecurity in Nigeria, describing it as inaccurate and misleading. In a statement released on Sunday, the group’s chairman, Abubakar Sani, accused Amnesty of presenting “inflated and unsubstantiated” data that could fuel division and unrest in the country. “We categorically challenge the numbers cited in this report, deeming them grossly inflated, misleading, and ultimately inflammatory,” Sani said. He urged Amnesty to reconsider its approach to reporting on Nigeria, noting that such figures undermine efforts to strengthen democracy and stability. Amnesty International had claimed in its recent report that hundreds of people were killed or displaced in violent attacks across Nigeria in the last year. However, the NDMG insisted that its field research across several communities in the Northwest painted a different picture. “Our findings starkly contrast with […]

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PDP Govs Slam ADC Over Zamfara Meeting Criticism

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Governors’ Forum has defended its recent meeting in Zamfara State, accusing the African Democratic Congress (ADC) of politicising insecurity instead of showing empathy to victims of bandit attacks. The ADC had criticised the PDP for holding a political meeting in Zamfara, only days after dozens of residents were killed by bandits. In a statement by its National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi, the party accused the PDP governors of being insensitive and urged President Bola Tinubu to declare a state of emergency in Zamfara. ADC said: “Instead of rallying around their colleague to help stop the killings, PDP governors staged a political show in a state still mourning its dead. Their pictures in ceremonial attire, smiling for the camera, were insensitive.” Responding, the Director-General of the PDP Governors’ Forum, Emmanuel Agbo, described ADC’s comments as “irresponsible,” […]

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Sultan tasks rulers on polio fight, insecurity

The Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Sa’ad Abubakar III, has urged traditional rulers across Nigeria to remain committed to the fight against polio, routine immunisation, and other health challenges while also helping to tackle insecurity. He made the call in Abuja on Tuesday at the second quarterly review meeting of the Northern Traditional Leaders Committee (NTLC) on Primary Health Care Delivery. The Sultan praised the committee for its achievements over the past 16 years, particularly in mobilising communities for vaccination campaigns. He noted that traditional rulers have played a key role in boosting vaccination coverage by over 25 per cent in many areas. “As patron of the NTLC, I commend the federal and state governments for entrusting traditional leaders with the responsibility of selecting and supervising vaccinators,” he said. The Sultan stressed that improving health outcomes required not only drugs but […]

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“Power Rotation Debate is a Distraction” – Falana Slams 2027 Political Talks

"Nigeria’s Real Issues Demand Attention, Not Political Games" Human rights lawyer and Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN), Femi Falana, has condemned the 2027 power rotation debate, calling it a distraction from the nation’s pressing challenges. Speaking on Channels Television’s Politics Today, Falana argued that discussions about zoning and tenure elongation shift focus from critical issues like:✔ Rampant insecurity✔ Worsening hunger crisis✔ Collapsing infrastructure “I won’t join campaigns for power shift or tenure extensions. That’s diversionary. Nigeria needs solutions, not elite power games.”— Femi Falana, SAN 🔥 Why Falana’s Stance Matters ✅ Substance Over Symbolism: Urges focus on governance, not political maneuvering✅ People-First Approach: Calls for policies that directly improve lives✅ Rejects Elite Distractions: Labels rotation debates as detached from citizens’ struggles 📌 The Bigger Picture: What Nigeria Needs Falana emphasized that the country’s deep-rooted structural problems—not rotational politics—should dominate national discourse. His Key Demands: Immediate action on insecurity & poverty Accountable leadership prioritizing welfare An end to political theatrics that ignore suffering 💬 […]

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2027 Reckoning: North West Voters to Decide Tinubu’s Fate Amid Rising Unrest, Warns Baba-Ahmed

North West 2027: Baba-Ahmed Predicts Voter Backlash Against Tinubu, APC Governors Former presidential adviser Hakeem Baba-Ahmed has issued a stark warning to Nigeria’s ruling All Progressives Congress (APC): The North West’s beleaguered voters will deliver a harsh verdict in 2027 if leaders fail to address rampant violence, poverty, and neglect. His comments follow the APC’s controversial endorsement of President Bola Tinubu and North West governors for second terms. The Kaduna Endorsement: A Tone-Deaf Move? At a high-profile APC stakeholders’ meeting in Kaduna: Tinubu’s 2027 Bid Approved: House Speaker Tajudeen Abbas moved the motion, seconded by Kebbi Governor Nasir Idris. Governors’ Automatic Tickets: APC Chairman Abdullahi Ganduje announced self-endorsed second terms for NW governors, citing Tinubu’s “commitment to regional development.” Critics argue the move sidelined constituents grappling with:🔥 Banditry: Over 3,000 killed in NW violence in 2024 alone (SBM Intelligence).📉 Poverty: 75% of NW residents […]

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