64 m. ago Kanu’s Trial: IPOB Leader Instigated Death Of 233 Security Personnel During #EndSARS Protest – Witness

The federal government’s fifth prosecution witness (PW-5) on Thursday alleged that 233 security agents were killed during the #EndSARS protest as a result of incitement by Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB). The witness, a Department of State Services (DSS) operative, identified as EEE for security reasons, made this claim […]

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68 m. ago TCN reports 86 towers vandalism in 2024, 26 completely destroyed

The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) said 86 towers were vandalised in 2024, with 26 completely brought down. Mr. Ali Sharifa, general manager, Transmission Service at TCN, disclosed this during a presentation on infrastructure vandalism at a workshop organised for Power Correspondents in Keffi. He said 2024 and 2025 have been the most trying times […] The post TCN reports 86 towers vandalism in 2024, 26 completely destroyed appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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91 m. ago AMID RISING INSECURITY: Armed Forces Committed To Your Safety, Federal Gov’t Assures Nigerians

The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has urged Nigerians not to see the Nigerian Armed Forces as a foreign entity but as a force for protection. He said it was time for Nigerians to reclaim ownership of the Armed Forces and see it as an integral part of our national family. The […]

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98 m. ago MUSWEN seeks probe of masqueraders’ invasion of mosque, imam’s home in Ondo

Tribune Online MUSWEN seeks probe of masqueraders’ invasion of mosque, imam’s home in Ondo THE Muslim Ummah of South West Nigeria (MUSWEN) has called on the Ondo State government and security agencies to probe the reported invasion of an imam’s house and a mosque in Oke Agbe, Akoko, Ondo State, by individuals allegedly associated with a masquerade festival, and ensure justice in the matter. MUSWEN, in a statement signed […] MUSWEN seeks probe of masqueraders’ invasion of mosque, imam’s home in Ondo Tribune Online

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4 h. ago Yelwata killings: IDPs protest starvation, accuse government officials of diverting relief materials

From Scholastica Hir, Makurdi Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) from Yelwata community, displaced after Saturday’s attacks by suspected herdsmen, have protested over their living conditions at the camp. Recall that the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Disaster Management, and Executive Secretary, State Emergency Management Agency (SEMA), Sir James Iorpuu, had on Saturday, 14th June, […] The post Yelwata killings: IDPs protest starvation, accuse government officials of diverting relief materials appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago C&S Church advocates shift from military tactics to dialogue in tackling insecurity

Tribune Online C&S Church advocates shift from military tactics to dialogue in tackling insecurity The Eternal Sacred Order of the Cherubim and Seraphim (C&S) has advocated a shift from Nigeria’s current kinetic approach to a more holistic and non-kinetic strategy in addressing the nation’s persistent security challenges. The church, noting that sustained military interventions have yet to yield the desired peace and stability, called on the government and stakeholders […] C&S Church advocates shift from military tactics to dialogue in tackling insecurity Tribune Online

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6 h. ago Catholic Bishops condemn Benue, Enugu killings, declare June 20 prayer

From Aloysius Attah, Onitsha The Catholic Bishops of Onitsha Ecclesiastical Province have condemned in the strongest terms the recent gruesome killings in Benue State and parts of Eha-Amufu in Enugu State by suspected herdsmen. The Onitsha Ecclesiastical Province comprises the Archdiocese of Onitsha and its suffragan dioceses of Abakaliki, Aguleri, Awgu, Ekwulobia, Enugu, Nnewi, and […] The post Catholic Bishops condemn Benue, Enugu killings, declare June 20 prayer appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 h. ago Soldiers kill 6,260 terrorists, bandits, others, rescue 5,365 hostages in two years — DHQ

From Molly Kilete, Abuja The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) said on Thursday that its counter-insurgency and other security operations conducted in the last two years led to the killing of 6,260 terrorists, while 14,138 terrorists, bandits, kidnappers, and other criminals were apprehended in joint military operations conducted across the country. The troops also rescued 5,365 kidnapped […] The post Soldiers kill 6,260 terrorists, bandits, others, rescue 5,365 hostages in two years — DHQ appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 h. ago We’ve suffered 115 bird strikes in 5 years —Onyema, Air Peace CEO 

By Chinelo Obogo   The Chairman/Chief Executive Officer of Air Peace, Allen Onyema, has made a disturbing disclosure that his company suffered 115 bird strikes in the last five years. But despite the challenge, he said the airline has three serviceable airplanes on standby at any point in time to address the long-standing issue of […] The post We’ve suffered 115 bird strikes in 5 years —Onyema, Air Peace CEO  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 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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9 h. ago “Victims Of Benue Tragedy Were All Killed, Who Did Tinubu Visit In Hospital?” — Phyna

Reality TV star Phyna has condemned President Bola Tinubu following his visit to the Yelewata community in Benue State, where hundreds were reportedly killed in a violent herdsmen attack. According to reports, over 200 people were killed in a single night during the invasion. Reacting to the President’s visit on Wednesday, Phyna questioned the narrative […] The post “Victims Of Benue Tragedy Were All Killed, Who Did Tinubu Visit In Hospital?” — Phyna appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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9 h. ago 200 Security Agents Were Killed In South East By Nnamdi Kanu’s Boys – DSS Witness Tells Court

A Department of State Services witness has said that about 200 security agents were killed by members of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra in South Eastern part of the country. The witness, identified as DDD, disclosed this before Justice James Omotosho of the Federal High Court in Abuja on Wednesday, in continuation of his […] The post 200 Security Agents Were Killed In South East By Nnamdi Kanu’s Boys – DSS Witness Tells Court appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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9 h. ago Benue killings: You are not doing enough, NNPP slams Tinubu 

The New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP) has tackled the federal government following the recent bloodshed in Benue State. read more Benue killings: You are not doing enough, NNPP slams Tinubu 

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9 h. ago Cubana Chief Priest Demands Immediate End To Open Grazing, Calls For Self

Nigerian socialite Cubana Chief Priest has spoken out against the ongoing brutal killings in Benue State, urging President Bola Tinubu to take immediate action. In a post shared on Instagram on Wednesday, the nightlife promoter — who met with the President last month — called for a nationwide ban on open grazing, stressing the devastating […] The post Cubana Chief Priest Demands Immediate End To Open Grazing, Calls For Self-Defense In Benue appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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9 h. ago Benue killings: APC chieftain backs Tinubu’s peace initiative

Tribune Online Benue killings: APC chieftain backs Tinubu’s peace initiative "Yes, peace effort is commendable, but those that perpetrated the atrocities should be brought to justice. Seeking peace should not mean immunity for criminals. Benue killings: APC chieftain backs Tinubu’s peace initiative Tribune Online

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10 h. ago Benue massacre: NSCDC deploys special forces to track killers

From Isaac Anumihe, Abuja Following the killings in Benue State, the Commandant General (CG) of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Dr Ahmed Abubakar Audi, has ordered the Zonal Commander and the State Commandant to deploy covert operatives, special forces, and all tactical units across every nook and cranny of the state to […] The post Benue massacre: NSCDC deploys special forces to track killers appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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11 h. ago Senator Umeh charges Southeast governors on regional cooperation, development

From Aloysius Attah, Onitsha Anambra Central Senator Victor Umeh has charged governors of the five states in the Southeast zone to work closely with each other towards regional cooperation and development. Umeh spoke in Awka on Thursday while chairing the Inaugural Alpha Times Roundtable, organised by Mr Paul Nwosu, former Commissioner for Information in Anambra […] The post Senator Umeh charges Southeast governors on regional cooperation, development appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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11 h. ago We’ll Work With Stakeholders To Restore Peace In Benue, Says SGF Akume

The Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Senator George Akume, has pledged his unwavering commitment to work with key stakeholders in Benue State to restore peace and end the cycle of violence that has plagued the state in recent years. Akume made the promise on Thursday, following President Bola Tinubu’s official visit to […]

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11 h. ago We are Nigerian Armed Forces, not aliens, CDS tells Nigerians

From Molly Kilete, Abuja The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Christopher Musa, has called on Nigerians to view the Armed Forces as fellow countrymen and partners in progress, rather than as aliens, as they are often perceived. This is just as the CDS noted that the relationship between the military and the civilian population […] The post We are Nigerian Armed Forces, not aliens, CDS tells Nigerians appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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12 h. ago 6,260 Terrorists Killed, 5,365 Civilians Rescued In 2 Years — DHQ

The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has disclosed that a total of 6,260 terrorists have been killed across the country through joint military operations in the past two years. This is just as the troops also recovered stolen products worth over N83 billion within the period. Deputy Director Defence Media Operations, Brig.-Gen. Ibrahim Abu-Mawashi revealed this while […]

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