2 w. ago Niger varsity suspends lecturer as students protest killing of 300 level colleague

As House of Assembly moves to address security challenges in the institution From John Adams, Minna Niger State owned Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida University (IBBU) Lapai has suspended all academic activities following sustained protests by the students of the institution over the murder of a 300 level student by unknown hoodlums. Although the University declared Tuesday, […] The post Niger varsity suspends lecturer as students protest killing of 300 level colleague appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Suspected assailants kill 300 level student in Niger varsity

Students barricade highway to protest incessant killing From John Adams, Minna A 300-level student of the Niger State-owned Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida University (IBBU), Lapai, in Niger State, simply identified as Jafar, has been reportedly killed by unidentified assailants in the early hours of Monday. The deceased student, the only son of his parents, was stabbed […] The post Suspected assailants kill 300 level student in Niger varsity appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. 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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2 w. 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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3 w. ago Benue: More outrage as defence chief vows to take battle to terrorists, IGP visits state

Tribune Online Benue: More outrage as defence chief vows to take battle to terrorists, IGP visits state •Tinubu to visit tomorrow•17 Benue LGAs were under siege, now reduced to six —Governor Alia•We can’t continue to be silent —Sultan of Sokoto•Nigeria needs leader with competence, capacity, character, compassion —Obi•Mark, ACF, MBF, CAN, Ohanaeze, others react THERE were more outrages across the country on Monday as the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Christopher […] Benue: More outrage as defence chief vows to take battle to terrorists, IGP visits state Tribune Online

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3 w. ago Benue killings: Gov Alia’s aide suspends two staff over protest

Tribune Online Benue killings: Gov Alia’s aide suspends two staff over protest “This letter serves as formal notification of your immediate and indefinite suspensions from your position as Chief of Staff and Chief Press Secretary, effective today, June 14, 2025... Benue killings: Gov Alia’s aide suspends two staff over protest Tribune Online

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3 w. 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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3 w. ago Gov Alia’s Specia Assistant Sacks Chief Of Staff, CPS For Joining Protest Against Benue Killings

Principal Special Assistant to Governor of Benue State on Youth and Media Mobilization, Atu Terver Joseph has sacked his Chief of Staff and Chief Press Secretary, Mr. John Ukeyima and Mr Lubem Terkula, respectively, for protesting killings in the state. In a statement on Sunday night by Terver, addressed to the two aides, accused them […] The post Gov Alia’s Specia Assistant Sacks Chief Of Staff, CPS For Joining Protest Against Benue Killings appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Gov Alia’s Special Assistant Sacks Personal Chief Of Staff, Chief Press Secretary For Joining Protest Against Benue Killings

Principal Special Assistant to Governor of Benue State on Youth and Media Mobilization, Atu Terver Joseph has sacked his Chief of Staff and Chief Press Secretary, Mr. John Ukeyima and Mr Lubem Terkula, respectively, for protesting killings in the state. In a statement on Sunday night by Terver, addressed to the two aides, accused them […] The post Gov Alia’s Special Assistant Sacks Personal Chief Of Staff, Chief Press Secretary For Joining Protest Against Benue Killings appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Killings: Protest rocks Benue as IGP takes over state security

Tribune Online Killings: Protest rocks Benue as IGP takes over state security Some young men thronged the streets of Makurdi, Benue State capital to protest the killings of people by suspected armed herders. Killings: Protest rocks Benue as IGP takes over state security Tribune Online

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3 w. ago Anger, tense atmosphere in Makurdi as youths protest Benue killings

IGP takes over security in Benue From Scholastica Hir, Makurdi Angry youths, on Sunday, June 15, 2025, took over the Wurukum Roundabout in Makurdi, the Benue State capital, protesting the renewed killings across the state. Recall that in the early hours of Saturday, June 14, 2025, gunmen suspected to be herdsmen attacked Yelwata and Daudu […] The post Anger, tense atmosphere in Makurdi as youths protest Benue killings appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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