CRITIQUE: Ekpoma Has Spoken: Governance Must Return to the People
By Chris Osa Nehikhare …If government listens — truly listens — Ekpoma may yet be remembered not as a symbol of unrest, but as the moment governance found its way back to the people. Today in Ekpoma, Esan West Local Government Area, the people spoke — clearly, peacefully, and out of deep frustration. Their protest […]
U.S. Africa Command Conducts Airstrikes on ISIS Camps in Northwest Nigeria
Sokoto, Dec. 25, 2025 — The United States Africa Command (AFRICOM), in coordination with Nigerian authorities, has carried out airstrikes against ISIS terrorist elements operating in Sokoto State, Northwest Nigeria, killing multiple fighters, according to U.S. military officials. The strikes, conducted on December 25, were ordered by the President of the United States and the […]
BELLO TURJI ACCUSES FORMER NORTHERN GOVERNORS OF FUELING INSECURITY
Notorious bandit leader Bello Turji has accused two former northern governors of contributing to the worsening insecurity in Nigeria, particularly in the North. ALSO READ: Tension in Kaduna Community as KASUPDA, KADGIS Accused of Alleged Land Grabbing He claimed that the actions of the former governors helped fuel banditry and violence across the region. He […]
Federal Government Secures Release of 100 Abducted Schoolchildren in Niger State
The Federal Government has reportedly secured the release of 100 schoolchildren abducted from St. Mary’s Private Catholic Primary and Secondary School in Papiri, Agwara Local Government Area of Niger State. ALSO READ: Kaduna Begins Three-Day Workshop on Demographic Dividend Implementation Plan The students were part of a mass abduction that occurred on November 21, 2025, […]
Defence Minister Musa Rejects Ransom Payment, Urges Unified National Database
Minister of Defence, General Christopher Musa, has stated that there should be no negotiation with or payment of ransom to terrorists in the country. ALSO READ: Senate Bill Seeks Death Penalty for Kidnapping Speaking during his ministerial screening by the Senate, General Musa maintained a firm stance that government at all levels must enforce a […]
Northern Leaders Propose 6-Month Mining Ban, Announce ₦228 Billion Security Fund
In a major response to escalating banditry and insecurity, Northern governors and traditional rulers on Monday called for a six-month suspension of all mining activities across the region. The leaders firmly blamed illegal mining operations for contributing to the worsening security crisis in many states. ALSO READ: Defence Minister Mohammed Badaru Resigns on Health Grounds […]
VIPs Turn to NSCDC After Police Withdraw 11,566 Orderlies
Following the recent withdrawal of 11,566 policemen from VIP escort and orderly duties, prominent Nigerians are now reportedly planning to apply to the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) for alternative security personnel. ALSO READ: Ex-President Jonathan Returns After Being Stranded in Guinea-Bissau The massive redeployment of police officers was ordered by President Bola […]
Tinubu Declares National Security Emergency, Urges State Police Legalization
President Bola Tinubu on Wednesday declared a nationwide security emergency, responding to the escalating wave of kidnappings and terrorist attacks that have plagued the country in recent weeks. ALSO READ: Don Jazzy Reveals Reason for Not Reconciling with Ex-Wife In a sweeping directive, the President ordered the army, police, and intelligence services to immediately […]
Northern Governors Schedule Emergency Meeting Over Escalating Security Crisis
In a direct response to the escalating security crisis marked by rising incidents of kidnapping and banditry, the 19 Northern State Governors have scheduled an emergency meeting for November 29, 2025, to be held in Kaduna State. ALSO READ: CMF Condemns Rising Kidnapping of Students, Calls for Stronger Government Action The planned summit was confirmed […]
Kidnappers Demand ₦100m Ransom Per Victim for Abducted Kwara Worshippers
The bandits responsible for the recent mass abduction of worshippers from the Christ Apostolic Church (CAC), Oke-Igan, Eruku, in the Ekiti Local Government Area of Kwara State, have reportedly demanded a staggering ₦100 million ransom per victim. ALSO READ: Security Crisis Forces Tinubu to Postpone South Africa, Angola Trips According to the church’s pastor, Lawrence […]