20 h. ago Charanchi, leader, Coalition of Northern Groups: It’s a shame military generals paid ransom to free kidnapped colleague

•FG lacks political will, courage to address insecurity   As the insecurity in the country continues to fester, the leader of the Coalition of Northern Groups (CNG), Jamilu Aliyu Charanchi, has urged the government to stop negotiating with bandits and Boko Haram or consider any form of amnesty for them. He said the government should […] The post Charanchi, leader, Coalition of Northern Groups: It’s a shame military generals paid ransom to free kidnapped colleague appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Police nuetralise 4 kidnapers who killed bizman after ransom collection

From Tony John Port Harcourt The Rivers State Police Command has shot dead four  suspected kidnappers who killed their victim after collecting ransom from his family. The command said it  has made significant progress in an earlier report regarding the unfortunate kidnap and subsequent murder of Mr.  Hope Georgewill, the CEO of HMG Attitude Ltd. […] The post Police nuetralise 4 kidnapers who killed bizman after ransom collection appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Police rescue 12 kidnap victims, recover ₦10.3m ransom in nationwide crackdown

Operatives of the Nigeria Police Force have rescued 12 kidnapped victims, recovered over ₦10 million in ransom, and neutralised suspected read more Police rescue 12 kidnap victims, recover ₦10.3m ransom in nationwide crackdown

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2 w. ago Plateau killings: Northern coalition demands urgent action to end bloodshed across region

From Charity Nwakaudu, Abuja The Coalition of Northern Groups (CNG) has condemned the recent spate of killings in Bassa Local Government Area of Plateau State, describing the attacks as unacceptable and calling for urgent government intervention. A statement signed by the group’s National Coordinator, Jamilu Aliyu Charanchi, decried what it termed the “continued mass murder […] The post Plateau killings: Northern coalition demands urgent action to end bloodshed across region appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago IG visits Plateau, promises justice for victims of Bassa attacks

The Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, has paid a condolence visit to Plateau State following the deadly attacks in the Bassa Local Government Area of the state that claimed the lives of dozens of residents. According to a statement released in Abuja on Tuesday by the Force Public Relations Officer, Olumuyiwa Adejobi, the IGP was Read More

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2 w. ago “N300m Hosting Fund Was Gift From Gov Fubara” — NBA Replies Rivers Govt Over Refunding

Nigerian Bar Association has replied Rivers State Sole Administrator, Ibok-Ete Ibas, following his demand for an Immediate refund of N300 million paid to host the 2025 Annual General Conference in Port Harcourt. Recall that INFORMATION NIGERIA had reported that Ibas on Monday, made the request after NBA moved its Conference initially scheduled to be hosted […] The post “N300m Hosting Fund Was Gift From Gov Fubara” — NBA Replies Rivers Govt Over Refunding appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Kaduna: Kidnappers free abducted ECWA pastor, detain ransom deliverer

By Chinelo Obogo Suspected kidnappers have released Pastor Samson Ali of the Evangelical Church Winning All (ECWA) in Mararaba Aboro, Sanga Local Government Area of Kaduna State, weeks after abducting him from his residence. However, the kidnappers have detained Yusuf Ambi, the church’s financial secretary, who went to deliver the ransom for the pastor’s freedom. […] The post Kaduna: Kidnappers free abducted ECWA pastor, detain ransom deliverer appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago PICTORIAL: Anyaoku Visits UNIZIK To Assess Institute Named After Him

Former Commonwealth Secretary-General and distinguished Nigerian diplomat, Chief Emeka Anyaoku, on Tuesday, paid a visit to Nnamdi Azikiwe University (UNIZIK), Awka, Anambra State, to inspect the ongoing construction of the University’s Institute for International Studies and Diplomacy named after him. According to a post on the UNIZIK official Facebook page, Chief Anyaoku was received by […]

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3 w. ago Arewa Coalition Of Youths Pledges Massive Support For Tinubu In 2027 Elections

The Arewa Coalition of Youths (ACY) has announced its strong backing for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in the upcoming 2027 general elections. The group revealed that more than 65,000 Northern organizations will cast their votes in favor of Tinubu. The coalition emphasised their unwavering support for the president, citing his leadership and commitment to the […] The post Arewa Coalition Of Youths Pledges Massive Support For Tinubu In 2027 Elections appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 w. ago 2027 Election: Arewa groups promise Tinubu over 2 million votes 

From Noah Ebije, Kaduna   A group known as Arewa Coalition Of Youths has declared that over 65,000 Northern groups will bring together 2 million members to vote massively again for President Bola Tinubu at the 2027 general elections to give him victory as it happened in 2023 presidential election.   The Coalition made the […] The post 2027 Election: Arewa groups promise Tinubu over 2 million votes  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago NSA Ribadu Asks Nigerians To Stop Paying Ransom To Bandits, Kidnappers

The National Security Adviser (NSA), Nuhu Ribadu, has asked Nigerians to stop paying ransom to kidnappers and bandits. Ribadu stated this on Tuesday in Abuja while receiving 60 kidnap victims recently rescued from captivity in Zangon Kataf LGAS in the Southern Kaduna senatorial district of Kaduna State following sustained military operations. He insisted that ransom […]

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3 w. ago “I’m Raising Ransom For My Kidnappers” – 2Baba Breaks Silence On Mother’s Viral Claim

Nigerian music star 2Baba has broken his silence over his mother’s viral claims that he was kidnapped, responding with humour during a recent performance. The buzz began after his family members, including his mother, Rose Idibia, raised concerns about his whereabouts—particularly as his ongoing divorce from actress Annie Idibia continues to make headlines. In a […] The post “I’m Raising Ransom For My Kidnappers” – 2Baba Breaks Silence On Mother’s Viral Claim appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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last month Kidnappers Kill Man, Release Children After Ransom Payment In Delta

Some yet to be identified gunmen, suspected to be kidnappers have killed one Godwin Anuka while his wife and two underage children were released after a ransom payment in Ubulu Uku, Delta State. In a post shared by Senior Special Assistant on Civil Society and Youth Mobilisation to Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, Harrison Gwamnishu, […] The post Kidnappers Kill Man, Release Children After Ransom Payment In Delta appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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