45 h. ago When Arewa leaders take on Northern Nigeria’s security crisis

Last week, the Northern Governors, under the chairmanship of Mohammed Inuwa Yahaya of Gombe State, held a very crucial meeting with Northern traditional rulers at Sir Kashim Ibrahim Government House, Kaduna, on the security challenges facing the country. Northern Bureau Chief, MUHAMMAD SABIU, who was at the venue, examines the issues raised and he writes: […]

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3 d. ago How Nigeria’s security crisis shape debates in House of Reps

Last Wednesday, House of Representatives members adopted over 50-point resolutions on how to address the deteriorating security situation in Nigeria, read more How Nigeria’s security crisis shape debates in House of Reps

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6 d. ago Foreign Powers Are Backing Terrorists In Nigeria – Sheikh Gumi

Prominent Islamic scholar Sheikh Ahmad Mahmoud Gumi has raised fresh concerns over what he describes as the hidden involvement of powerful foreign nations in Nigeria’s prolonged security crisis. Speaking in an interview with the BBC Hausa Service monitored by our correspondent in Kaduna, Sheikh Gumi claimed that recent patterns of attacks across the country suggest […] The post Foreign Powers Are Backing Terrorists In Nigeria – Sheikh Gumi appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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7 d. ago Kachikwu urges Tinubu to name terror sponsors, backs state police

Dumebi Kachikwu challenges President Tinubu to name terror sponsors in Nigeria, ending years of secrecy around the country’s security crisis and backing st Read More: https://punchng.com/kachikwu-urges-tinubu-to-name-terror-sponsors-backs-state-police/

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9 d. ago UNN warns of rising food, water security, urges policy action

UNN researchers warn of a growing Nigeria food security crisis due to climate change & banditry, urging urgent policy action based on new studies. Read More: https://punchng.com/unn-warns-of-rising-food-water-security-urges-policy-action/

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2 w. ago Senator Abaribe Slams Fellow Senators For Not Calling Out Tinubu Govt. Over Worsening Insecurity

Senator Enyinnaya Abaribe has taken a swipe at his colleagues in the National Assembly over their handling of the security crisis rocking Nigeria. While speaking on the floor of the Senate on Wednesday, November 26, Abaribe argued that his colleagues who are mostly from the ruling party always find way to draw comparison between insecurity […] The post Senator Abaribe Slams Fellow Senators For Not Calling Out Tinubu Govt. Over Worsening Insecurity appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Abduction crisis: Tinubu declares emergency as NASS rejects bandit negotiations

Amid Nigeria’s abduction crisis, President Tinubu declares a security emergency. NASS rejects negotiating with bandits, pushing for stronger action. Read More: https://punchng.com/abduction-crisis-tinubu-declares-emergency-as-nass-rejects-bandit-negotiations/

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2 w. ago Senate In Heated Debate Over Nigeria’s Growing Security Crisis

Some lawmakers are pushing for the death penalty to be imposed on kidnappers. The post Senate In Heated Debate Over Nigeria’s Growing Security Crisis appeared first on Channels Television.

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2 w. ago US Officials Present As Nigerian Lawmakers Debate Security Crisis

It was a day of lamentations in the House of Representatives on Tuesday as lawmakers expressed deep sorrows over the rising insecurity across the country. The House dedicated the plenary session to deliberate on the state of national security with a view to identifying the causes, effects and proffering solutions which would be conveyed via […]

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2 w. ago I’m More Concerned About Attackers Than Victims — Sheikh Gumi

Kaduna-based Islamic, cleric Sheikh Ahmad Gumi, has disclosed that his priority in Nigeria’s worsening security crisis is addressing those perpetrating violence rather than focusing first on their victims. According to the Islamic cleric, the only way to stop the ongoing cycle of killings is to confront the attackers directly and deprive them of the means […]

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2 w. ago Nothing worries me more than Nigeria’s security crisis — Tinubu

President Bola Tinubu addresses Nigeria’s security crisis, calling it the most troubling challenge facing the nation, especially the Northern region. Read More: https://punchng.com/nothing-worries-me-more-than-nigerias-security-crisis-tinubu/

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2 w. ago Beware Of Divisive Forces, Atiku Warms At ACF 25th Anniversary

Former vice president Atiku Abubakar has warned on attempts to stir conflict within the North, including “sophisticated subversion” by adversaries using technology to exploit ethnic or religious differences. Atiku stated this yesterday when he delivered a call for renewed northern unity, visionary leadership and urgent socio-economic reforms as the Arewa Consultative Forum (ACF) marked its […]

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3 w. ago Nigeria, Pope and persecution claims: Diplomacy meets doctrine, disappointment

The Pope lists Nigeria for Christian persecution, but is it accurate? Explore the complex reality of Nigeria’s security crisis vs. the genocide narrative. Read More: https://punchng.com/nigeria-pope-and-persecution-claims-diplomacy-meets-doctrine-disappointment/

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