13 h. ago Bandits Kill 24 As Police Rescue 4 Victims In Katsina Communities

At least 24 persons, including 20 farmers, three other residents, and a member of the Community Watch Corps have been killed by armed bandits in separate attacks on communities in Kankara local government area of Katsina State. Residents said the attacks occurred across several villages within the past week, deepening fears among locals in one […]

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46 h. ago Former VP Sambo denies political interference in power sector privatisation

Tribune Online Former VP Sambo denies political interference in power sector privatisation "As Chairman of the Privatization Council, I carried out the responsibilities in line with established procedures and in the best interest of the nation, which was widely acknowledged by both local and international communities,” he said. Former VP Sambo denies political interference in power sector privatisation Tribune Online

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49 h. ago Benue Killings Barbaric, Disturbing, Totally Unacceptable – Kalu

Deputy speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon. Benjamin Kalu, has condemned the killings in Yelewata and Daudu communities in Guma local government area of Benue state, describing them as barbaric, disturbing and unacceptable. Kalu, therefore, urged security agencies to collaborate and act decisively to apprehend and prosecute the perpetrators of these heinous crimes. Condoling […]

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58 h. ago Yelewata Massacre: Benue People In Diaspora Write Tinubu, Accuse Gov’t Of Inaction

Outraged by the recent killing of over 200 people in Yelewata, Guma local government area of Benue State, leaders of Benue Communities in the diaspora have accused the Federal Government of inaction in what they described as a “silent genocide” against indigenous populations in the State. In an open letter to President Bola Tinubu, signed […]

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63 h. ago Kalu condemns Benue killings, tasks security agencies on collaboration

From Ndubuisi Orji, Abuja The Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu, has condemned the killings in Yelwata and Daudu communities in Guma Local Government Area of Benue State. Kalu, in a statement by his Special Assistant on Press Affairs, Udora Orizu, described the killings as barbaric and totally unacceptable. The deputy speaker, […] The post Kalu condemns Benue killings, tasks security agencies on collaboration appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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66 h. ago Delta govt begins flood preparedness measures in response to NiMet forecast

Tribune Online Delta govt begins flood preparedness measures in response to NiMet forecast In swift response to NiMet’s reliable forecast on thunderstorms and heavy rainfall, the Delta State Government, through the Flood Disaster Management Committee (FDMC), has begun monitoring the level of compliance in collaboration with local government authorities across all identified flood-prone communities. The Director-General of the Delta State Orientation and Communications Bureau, Dr Fred Latimore Oghenesivbe, […] Delta govt begins flood preparedness measures in response to NiMet forecast Tribune Online

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3 d. ago Armed Herders Attacking Benue Didn’t Come With Cattle – Gov Alia

Governor of Benue State, Hyacinth Alia, has said that the recent killings in the state were perpetrated by armed herders who came to the state without cattle. On June 14, over 100 people were killed by suspected herdsmen in Yelewata and Daudu communities in the Guma local government area of the state. By Sunday, the […]

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3 d. ago Apostle Suleman Blasts Politicians Thinking Of 2027 Elections Amid Benue Massacre, Calls For Self

General Overseer of Omega Fire Ministries, Apostle Johnson Suleman, has berated President President Bola Tinubu’s led administration over the recent killings in Benue State. Recall that more than 200 persons, including Internally Displaced Persons,  security personnel, were killed on the 13th of June, 2025 by suspected herdsmen in Yelewata and Daudu communities in Guma Local […] The post Apostle Suleman Blasts Politicians Thinking Of 2027 Elections Amid Benue Massacre, Calls For Self-defense appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Benue: Air surveillance deployed by military, IGP takes over security

The Nigerian military deployed air surveillance over Makurdi, Benue State and its environs on Sunday in the wake of the killings in Yelwata and Daudu communities in Guma Local Government Area of Benue State. According to online reports, the surveillance aircraft has been hovering over the capital city and neighbouring local government areas, such as […] The post Benue: Air surveillance deployed by military, IGP takes over security appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 d. ago Another 27 killed in Plateau communities, terrorists take over 30 hectares of farmland

Tribune Online Another 27 killed in Plateau communities, terrorists take over 30 hectares of farmland ABOUT 27 people have been killed in fresh onslaughts in four distinct communities in Mangu Local Area of Plateau State by rampaging gunmen. This came as Honourable Mathew Kwarpo, representing Mangu South in the Plateau State House of Assembly, disclosed that terrorists had taken control of at least 30 hectares of farmland in the troubled […] Another 27 killed in Plateau communities, terrorists take over 30 hectares of farmland Tribune Online

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9 d. ago Aesthetic, economic and cultural values of calabash carving in local communities

Tribune Online Aesthetic, economic and cultural values of calabash carving in local communities By  Ajekigbe Adewale Olayemi CALABASH carving (Igbafinfin) is a traditional handcraft profession domesticated in Oyo, Southwestern Nigeria and has become part of the people’s tradition and culture. It is an ancient indigenous handcraft and holds significant aesthetic, cultural, social and economic value in local communities, making it an important part of their heritage and identity. […] Aesthetic, economic and cultural values of calabash carving in local communities Tribune Online

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9 d. ago Again, herdsmen kill four, injure others in Benue communities 

From Scholastica Hir, Makurdi Gunmen suspected to be herdsmen have again, attacked two communities in Agatu and Apa Local Government Areas (LGAs) of Benue State, killing four persons and injuring many others. Our correspondent gathered that the attacks took place simultaneously on Monday, June 9, 2025, at about 5:30pm. Locals who spoke to newsmen on […] The post Again, herdsmen kill four, injure others in Benue communities  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Sani Abacha: “My Husband Kept Monies For Nigeria, Didn’t Steal Them” – Ex

Widow of Sani Abacha, a former military head of state, Maryam Abacha, has debunked viral claims, saying that her husband looted Nigeria’s money in abroad for his personal use. Speaking during an interview with TVC on Monday, Maryam demanded thorough investigation from local and international communities to share more light over the allegation. She said […] The post Sani Abacha: “My Husband Kept Monies For Nigeria, Didn’t Steal Them” – Ex-First Lady Maryam Abacha appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago FG Announces N2bn Support Fund For Niger Flood Victims As Death Toll Rises To 161

Federal Government has approved N2 billion for the rebuilding of houses destroyed by recent flooding, which ravaged communities in Mokwa Local Government Area of Niger State. In a statement by Niger State Emergency Management Agency, revealed that the devastating event, led to the death of 161 people. NSEMA Director General Abdullahi Baba-Arah, made the disclosure […] The post FG Announces N2bn Support Fund For Niger Flood Victims As Death Toll Rises To 161 appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Niger Governor grants pardon to 11 convicts on death row in the State

From John Adams, Minna The Governor of Niger State, Mohammed Umar Bago, has granted a state pardon to 11 persons that were sentenced to death after they were indicted in a communal dispute in the state. They were said to have committed murder during a communal clash between two communities in Lavun Local Government Areas […] The post Niger Governor grants pardon to 11 convicts on death row in the State appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago From learners to leaders: How Africa’s new tax justice champions want to shape continent’s future

By Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye Imagine a country rich in minerals, where beneath the surface lies immense wealth, yet the local communities see almost none of its benefits. Multinational corporations extract oil, gas, and minerals, reaping enormous profits, but through complex loopholes and weak regulations, they pay only a fraction of the taxes they owe. This robs […] The post From learners to leaders: How Africa’s new tax justice champions want to shape continent’s future appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Windstorm Wrecks Havoc In Yobe Communities, Destroys 209 Houses

No fewer than 209 houses have been destroyed by windstorm in some communities in Fika local government area of Yobe State. This was disclosed over the weekend by Executive Secretary of Yobe State Emergency Management Agency, Dr. Mohammed Goje, during an engagement with the affected community leaders, in Fika. Dr. Goje noted that efforts are being […] The post Windstorm Wrecks Havoc In Yobe Communities, Destroys 209 Houses appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Host communities kick over Port Harcourt Refinery’s shutdown

From Tony John,  Port Harcourt The communities hosting the Port Harcourt Refinery in Rivers State are not happy with the recent shutdown of the refinery for maintenance by the Federal Government.  These communities, Eleme and Okrika, from two different local government areas, alleged that the temporary shutdown for 30 days maintenance of the refinery is […] The post Host communities kick over Port Harcourt Refinery’s shutdown appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Niger: 30 killed, houses submerged as flood rips through communities

From John Adams, Minna No fewer than 30 people have reportedly been killed when a flood ripped through three communities in Mokwa Local Government Area of Niger State on Wednesday night. Scores were injured, while over 100 other villagers are said to be missing, with houses and farmland washed away as the Niger State Emergency […] The post Niger: 30 killed, houses submerged as flood rips through communities appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Suspected Herders Invade Plateau Communities, Kill Pastor, Seven Others

No fewer than eight persons have been killed in fresh attacks on communities in Bokkos Local Government Area of Plateau State. It was gathered that the victims including a pastor and seven natives were murdered by suspected herders on Monday. Chairman of Community Peace Observers in Bokkos, Kefas Mallai, told PUNCH on Tuesday, that the […] The post Suspected Herders Invade Plateau Communities, Kill Pastor, Seven Others appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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