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ICPC raids El Rufai’s Abuja home amid corruption probe

Operatives of the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission have searched the Abuja residence of former Kaduna State governor Nasir El Rufai. The raid took place on Thursday while the former governor remained in the custody of the anti graft agency over an ongoing investigation. El Rufai’s media aide, Muyiwa Adekeye, confirmed the operation in a brief statement, saying ICPC officials searched the entire property. His lawyer, Ubong Akpan, condemned the search, describing it as unlawful and a violation of his client’s fundamental rights and due process. ICPC had earlier disclosed that El Rufai was in its custody in connection with investigations into alleged financial misconduct during his tenure as governor from 2015 to 2023. The commission has not yet released detailed information on the specific allegations or items sought during the home search. Before he was picked […]

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El Rufai risks two year jail term on new cybercrime charges

Former Kaduna State governor Nasir El Rufai faces up to two years in prison if convicted on fresh cybercrime charges filed against him over the alleged interception of National Security Adviser Nuhu Ribadu’s phone calls. The Department of State Services accuses him of admitting on live television that he listened to recordings of Ribadu’s private conversations obtained through illegal phone tapping. The three count charge, filed at the Federal High Court in Abuja, is based on provisions of the Cybercrimes (Prohibition, Prevention, etc.) (Amendment) Act 2024 and the Nigerian Communications Act 2003. In the first count, prosecutors say El Rufai confessed during an Arise TV interview on February 13 that he and others unlawfully intercepted the NSA’s communications, an offence under Section 12(1) of the Cybercrimes Act. The second count alleges that he knew and associated with the person who […]

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DSS files cybercrime charges against El Rufai over alleged bugging of NSA Ribadu’s phone

The Department of State Services has filed cybercrime charges against former Kaduna State governor Nasir El Rufai over the alleged unlawful interception of National Security Adviser Nuhu Ribadu’s phone communications. The case was filed at the Federal High Court in Abuja, days after El Rufai claimed in a live TV interview that he listened to a tapped phone call in which Ribadu allegedly ordered security agents to detain him. According to court documents, prosecutors allege that El Rufai, 65, admitted during an appearance on Arise TV’s Prime Time programme on 13 February that he and unnamed associates had access to Ribadu’s private phone conversations. The government says the alleged act violates Section 12(1) of the Cybercrimes (Prohibition, Prevention, etc.) (Amendment) Act 2024, which criminalises unlawful interception of communications. In a second count, the DSS accuses El Rufai of stating in […]

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El Rufai demands answers over alleged toxic chemical purchase by ONSA

Former Kaduna State governor Nasir El Rufai has accused the Office of the National Security Adviser, led by Nuhu Ribadu, of procuring an odourless and highly poisonous chemical substance. He raised the alarm in a letter asking the NSA to explain why about 10 kilograms of thallium sulphate were allegedly imported from a supplier in Poland. In the letter, which he shared on his social media page, El Rufai described thallium sulphate as a dangerous and tightly regulated substance. He said information about the procurement had reached opposition leaders and insisted that Nigerians deserve full transparency on the intended use. El Rufai asked the NSA to confirm whether the purchase was authorised, under which law it was made and for what specific security purpose. He also requested clarity on the storage, handling and safeguards put in place to prevent abuse […]

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U.S. bill targets Kwankwaso, Miyetti Allah over alleged religious violations

A new bill before the United States Congress could see former Kano State governor Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso and some Fulani groups hit with visa bans and asset freezes over alleged violations of religious freedom. The draft law, titled Nigeria Religious Freedom and Accountability Act of 2026, seeks targeted sanctions under the Global Magnitsky Human Rights Accountability Act.​ The bill, sponsored by five US lawmakers including Riley Moore, lists Kwankwaso, Fulani ethnic nomad militias, the Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria MACBAN and Miyetti Allah Kautal Hore among those that could face punishment. It also urges the US State and Treasury Departments to either impose sanctions or explain to Congress why they have not done so.​ Some sections of the proposed legislation direct the US Secretary of State to determine whether certain Fulani militias qualify to be designated as foreign […]

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Niger issues defence decree as reactions trail Sokoto anti ISIS airstrikes

Niger Republic has issued a new mobilisation decree in response to the recent joint Nigeria United States airstrikes on ISIS linked camps in Sokoto State. The order, adopted by the Council of Ministers chaired by General Abdurahamane Tiani, calls citizens to help defend the country’s sovereignty amid rising regional tensions.​ Tangaza Local Government Area in Sokoto, the main target of the Tomahawk missile strikes, lies on the Nigeria Niger border. Officials in Abuja and Washington have said operations against terrorists in the north are ongoing.​ Under the Nigerien decree, citizens must respond promptly to call ups, comply with requisitions and report hostile foreign nationals or obstructive activities. They are also warned against spreading messages that could undermine mobilisation efforts.​ Authorities in Niamey say the measure is grounded in the country’s Charter of Refoundation and defence laws, citing the need to […]

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US Nigeria Near Strategic Security Deal Amid Christian Genocide Claims

United States congressman Riley Moore has disclosed that Washington and Abuja are close to finalising a strategic framework on insecurity following a series of meetings in Nigeria. Moore led a US delegation on a fact finding mission to review claims of Christian genocide and broader concerns about religious persecution and terrorism in the country.​ Speaking after talks with National Security Adviser Nuhu Ribadu and other senior officials, Moore said both sides had agreed on practical steps that could strengthen Nigeria’s fight against terrorism, banditry and communal violence. He described the engagement as constructive and said the proposed framework is now in its final stages.​ According to him, the emerging plan focuses on improving intelligence sharing, building early warning systems, boosting protection for at risk communities and tightening accountability for human rights abuses linked to security operations. He stressed that the […]

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US Nigeria Near Security Deal After Christian Genocide Row

The Federal Government and a visiting United States congressional delegation led by Congressman Riley Moore are close to finalising a new strategic framework to address insecurity across Nigeria. The talks follow months of tension over claims by some US lawmakers and lobby groups that Christians in Nigeria are facing genocide, an allegation Abuja strongly rejects.​ Moore, who has been one of the most vocal critics of Nigeria’s handling of attacks on Christian communities, said the latest meetings in Abuja with National Security Adviser Nuhu Ribadu and other officials were “productive and positive”. He disclosed that both sides discussed concrete actions which, if fully carried out, could significantly enhance security nationwide.​ According to Moore, the emerging framework focuses on strengthening intelligence sharing, improving early warning systems, supporting communities vulnerable to terrorism and farmer herder violence, and tightening accountability for security abuses. […]

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US Congress panels decry Nigeria IDP crisis, demand stronger action

The United States House Appropriations Committee has reaffirmed Washington’s commitment to tackling religious persecution worldwide, placing fresh emphasis on Nigeria’s worsening internal displacement crisis. In a post on its official X handle, the committee said America “will not look away as innocent lives are stolen,” noting that an on the ground mission to Nigeria was ordered by President Donald Trump to inform a report on Christian persecution and guide policy recommendations.​ The visit was led by Congressman Riley Moore as head of a US lawmakers’ delegation, a trip confirmed by Nigeria’s National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu. According to both sides, the mission aimed to deepen counter terrorism cooperation, support regional stability and strengthen the strategic security partnership between Nigeria and the United States.​ During the trip, Moore travelled to Benue State, where he met Tiv and Catholic leaders and visited […]

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We’ll defeat terror, restore order and peace, say Defense Minister, NSA

Defence Minister General Christopher Musa and National Security Adviser Nuhu Ribadu have assured Nigerians that the country will defeat terrorism and restore order and peace despite current security challenges.​ Speaking at separate security forums in Abuja, both officials described terrorists, bandits and other violent groups as “evil” and vowed that the government would not give up or surrender in the fight against them.​ Ribadu warned that any individual or group seeking to spread terror, exploit communities or undermine national unity would face decisive, coordinated and uncompromising action from security agencies.​ He stressed that lasting peace cannot be achieved by government alone, calling for a “whole of society” approach that involves traditional and religious leaders, civil society, youth and women’s groups, the private sector and international partners.​ The NSA said his office has directed the National Counter Terrorism Centre to intensify […]

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