2 hours ago Presidency, Sokoto Border Communities Dismiss Niger’s Allegations Against Nigeria

The Presidency has dismissed accusations by Niger’s military leader, General Abdourahamane Tchiani, that President Bola Tinubu was collaborating with France to destabilise his country. The special adviser to the president on policy communication, Daniel Bwala, described the claims as baseless and divisive in a video shared on his verified X account. “The choice of language […]

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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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9 hours ago Allegation Of Nigeria, France Collusion To Destabilise Niger Baseless — Presidency

The Presidency has again rejected accusations by Niger’s military leader, General Abdourahamane Tchiani, alleging collaboration between President Bola Tinubu with France to destabilise his country. Special Adviser to the President on Policy Communication, Daniel Bwala, in a video shared on his verified X account, described the claims as baseless and divisive. “The choice of language […]

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10 hours ago Hardship: Niger APC Chieftain, Vatsa appeals to Tinubu to take a second look at his economic policy

says Nigerians facing severe hardship, hunger hosts widows, elderly to Christmas party From John Adams, Minna A Chieftain of the ruling All Progressive Congress (APC) and former Commissioner for Information, Culture and Tourism in Niger State, Hon. Jonathan Vatsa has described the current economic hardship being faced by Nigerians as severe, saying that majority of […] The post Hardship: Niger APC Chieftain, Vatsa appeals to Tinubu to take a second look at his economic policy appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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10 hours ago Tchiani’s allegation of Tinubu’s collusion with France meant to sow chaos in northern Nigeria – Presidency

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja   The Presidency has dismissed claims by Niger’s military leader, General Abdourahamane Tchiani, accusing President Bola Tinubu of colluding with France to destabilize his country. Special Adviser to the President on Policy Communication, Daniel Bwala, described the allegations as baseless propaganda, designed to create chaos and incite bad blood in northern […] The post Tchiani’s allegation of Tinubu’s collusion with France meant to sow chaos in northern Nigeria – Presidency appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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11 hours ago Nigeria’s relationship with France has no military implications – Ribadu

The National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu has stated that Nigeria’s relationship with France is strictly economic and has no military implications. Ribadu, who made the clarification during an interview with BBC Hausa on Friday, was reacting to an allegation made by the leader of Niger’s military junta, General Abdourahmane Tchiani. Tchiani alleged that Nigeria allowed […] The post Nigeria’s relationship with France has no military implications – Ribadu appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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14 hours ago Desperate politicians dragging Nigeria into acrimony with Niger Republic – Arewa Think Tank

From Noah Ebije, Kaduna A Northern group, Arewa Think Tank (ATT) has noted that desperate politicians in the country were behind the allegations by the military leader of Niger Republic, General Abdourahamane Tchiani, claiming that Nigeria was colluding with France to destabilize his country. However, in a statement on Friday by the Convener of ATT, […] The post Desperate politicians dragging Nigeria into acrimony with Niger Republic – Arewa Think Tank appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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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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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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19 hours ago Insecurity: Military on course to squash bandits, needs our support — N’Delta groups

From Okwe Obi, Abuja Movement, Survival of the Izon Ethnic Nationality in the Niger Delta and Coalition of Youth Leaders for One Nigeria (COYLON) have defended the efforts of the Nigerian Armed Forces in the fight against insurgency, adding that Nigerians should provide use intelligence to enable soldiers achieve the aim. Leaders of the groups, […] The post Insecurity: Military on course to squash bandits, needs our support — N’Delta groups 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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21 hours ago FG debunks claims of alliance with France to undermine Niger’s stability

The Federal Government has categorically denied allegations made by Niger Republic’s military leader, Abdourahamane Tchiani. read more FG debunks claims of alliance with France to undermine Niger’s stability

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24 hours ago Terrorism Allegation By Niger: ECOWAS Throws Weight Behind Nigeria, Other Member States

Niger Republic had accused Nigeria and other ECOWAS members of colluding with France to destabilise the country. The post Terrorism Allegation By Niger: ECOWAS Throws Weight Behind Nigeria, Other Member States appeared first on Channels Television.

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24 hours ago ‘Baby Driver’: Actor Hudson Meek falls from moving vehicle, dies at 16

Tribune Online ‘Baby Driver’: Actor Hudson Meek falls from moving vehicle, dies at 16 Hudson Meek, a young actor celebrated as the younger version of Ansel Elgort’s character in the 2017 hit film ‘Baby Driver’ and his voice work in the preschool series Badanamu Stories, has died following a tragic accident. According to a statement from the Jefferson County coroner’s office, the 16-year-old fell from a moving vehicle in […] ‘Baby Driver’: Actor Hudson Meek falls from moving vehicle, dies at 16 Tribune Online

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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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