13 hours ago Abia Govt gives reasons for recovery of schools handed over to missions

From Okey Sampson, Umuahia Abia State Government has given reasons it embarked on the recovery of some schools handed over to missions and churches in the state. The administration of former Governor Theodore Orji had handed over the schools previously owned by missions back to them for anticipated effective running. However, recently, Abia Government began […] The post Abia Govt gives reasons for recovery of schools handed over to missions appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 hours ago Sokoto Airstrikes: Troops Targeted Lakurawa Terrorists Not Civilians, DHQ Insists

The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has insisted that its airstrikes in Sokoto targeted and struck the Lakurawa terrorist group and its logistics base leading to a secondary explosion that killed some villagers. The Military High Command said the location was confi`rmed as a terrorists’ hideout and the troops struck with precision, adding that its airstrikes did […]

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17 hours ago ‘Baseless’, Ribadu Denies Niger’s Terrorism Allegations Against Nigeria

General Tchiani had claimed Nigeria was setting up a military camp in the north, in an area between Munguno and Baga in Borno State, allegedly codenamed “Canada,” and that French troops were stationed there near Niger’s border. The post ‘Baseless’, Ribadu Denies Niger’s Terrorism Allegations Against Nigeria appeared first on Channels Television.

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5 hours ago My brother’s injuries showed police tortured him to death– Sibling of man who died in Kwara cell

Ismail Jimoh, elder brother of late Abdulqadir Jimoh, the 35-year-old poultry farmer who died in Kwara State Police Command cell, speaks to TUNDE OYEKOLA about the circumstances that led to his brother’s arrest by the Kwara State Police Command and his death What is your relationship with Jimoh Abdulqadir who allegedly died in a police Read More

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17 hours ago Northern group demands answers on flow of sophisticated weapons to Boko Haram

Tribune Online Northern group demands answers on flow of sophisticated weapons to Boko Haram The League of Northern Democrats (LND) has expressed deep dissatisfaction with the Federal Government’s response to accusations made by Niger’s military leader, General Abdourahamane Tiani, concerning Nigeria’s alleged collaboration with France in destabilising the Sahel region. In a strongly worded statement on Friday, the LND, through its spokesperson Dr Ladan Salihu, criticised the government for […] Northern group demands answers on flow of sophisticated weapons to Boko Haram Tribune Online

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14 hours ago Secondary explosion, not military airstrike killed Sokoto villagers – DHQ

From Molly Kilete, Abuja The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has maintained that its airstrike in Sokoto State on Christmas Day targeted only the Lakurawa terrorist group and its logistics base leading to a secondary explosion that allegedly killed some villagers. The Director of Defence Media Operations, Major General Edward Buba, who made this known, explained that […] The post Secondary explosion, not military airstrike killed Sokoto villagers – DHQ appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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19 hours ago Lagos, Kaduna lead as police nab 23 suspects, recover weapons during Christmas crackdown 

The Nigeria Police Force has confirmed the arrest of 23 suspected armed robbers, hoodlums, and a notorious kidnapper during the Christmas celebration across the country. The arrests were part of heightened anti-crime operations initiated under the directive of the Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, to ensure public safety during the holiday season. This was Read More

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15 hours ago Secondary Explosion, Not Military Airstrike Killed Sokoto Villagers, DHQ Insists

The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has insisted that its airstrike in Sokoto targeted and struck Lakurawa terrorists group alongside its logistics base leading to secondary explosion that killed villagers. The Military High Command said the location was confirmed as a terrorist hideout and struck with precision, adding that no civilian was killed in the military airstrike. […]

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28 hours ago SAHEL CRISIS Federal Gov’t Dismisses Niger Leader’s Allegation Against Nigeria

The crisis in the Sahel region has taken a new dimension, with the Federal Government of Nigeria categorically refuting allegations by Niger Republic’s military leader, General Abdourahamane Tchiani, that Nigeria is colluding with France to destabilise his country. Tchiani, in a viral video, also accused Nigerians of funding Boko Haram terror group and working with […]

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23 hours ago Police Capture Suspected Kidnapper In Anambra, Recover Weapons, Stolen SUV

The Anambra State Police Command has arrested a 38-year-old kidnapping and armed robbery suspect, Pablo Mamu, originally from Delta State but operating in communities within the Ihiala Local Government Area of Anambra State. In a statement on Thursday, the command’s spokesperson, Tochukwu Ikenga, revealed that operatives recovered a locally-made pistol, one 9mm live ammunition, eight […] The post Police Capture Suspected Kidnapper In Anambra, Recover Weapons, Stolen SUV appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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23 hours ago Accidental Strikes: CDS Warns Sokoto Residents Against Harbouring Criminals

The Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa, has charged Sokoto State residents to expose any criminals especially terrorists disturbing the state. General Musa warned civilians living with suspected Boko Haram or Lakurawa members to desist from such acts or face the consequences of their actions. He added that the military would not take responsibility […] The post Accidental Strikes: CDS Warns Sokoto Residents Against Harbouring Criminals appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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27 hours ago Sokoto airstrike: CDS urges civilians to avoid harbouring suspected criminals

From Shafa’atu Suleiman, Sokoto Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa, has warned civilians living with suspected criminals to desist from such act or face the consequences of their actions. He stated this while speaking with newsmen in Sokoto, during his visit to the Troops of Operation FASAN YANMA at 8 Division Headquarters in Sokoto. […] The post Sokoto airstrike: CDS urges civilians to avoid harbouring suspected criminals appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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