Bandits Attack Katsina Community After Juma’at Prayers, 16 Feared Dead

At least 16 people are feared to have been killed after armed bandits launched a deadly attack on a community in Katsina State shortly after Juma’at prayers. According to reports, the attackers stormed the community in large numbers, opening fire on residents and causing widespread panic. Witnesses said many people were caught off guard as […]

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Wizkid’s son, Boluwatife Balogun, popularly known as Champz, has received widespread praise after delivering an impressive speech at a recent TEDx event in Lagos.

The young speaker captured the attention of the audience with his confidence, eloquence, and stage presence, leaving many attendees and social media users impressed by his performance. Videos and clips from the event quickly made rounds online, with many Nigerians commending Champz for speaking with remarkable composure and maturity despite his young age. His ability […]

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Two Nigerians, Three Others Arrested Over Alleged Gang Rape of Tourist in Italy

Italian police have arrested two Nigerians alongside three other African migrants over the alleged abduction and gang rape of a Colombian tourist in Rome. According to reports from local authorities, the suspects were apprehended after the victim claimed she was attacked by the group after meeting some of them at a nightlife spot in the […]

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PDP Faction Denies Plans to Draft Goodluck Jonathan for 2027 Presidential Race

A faction of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has dismissed reports claiming it is working to make former President Goodluck Jonathan its presidential candidate for the 2027 general elections. The group described the reports as false and misleading, insisting that no such arrangement or endorsement has been discussed within the party structure. According to the […]

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Skepta Calls for Global Attention Over Injustice in Nigeria

British-Nigerian rapper Skepta has called on the international community to pay closer attention to the ongoing injustice and insecurity in Nigeria, urging global voices to speak up against the challenges facing the country. In a recent statement shared online, the music star referenced the 2020 End SARS protests, describing them as a painful reminder of […]

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No Religion Supports Banditry, Killings — Tinubu

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has declared that no religion or holy teaching supports banditry, killings, or any form of criminal violence, stressing that human life remains sacred under every faith. The President made the statement on Wednesday while addressing concerns over rising insecurity and violent attacks in parts of the country. He said criminals hiding […]

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Trump Ordered Pentagon to Protect Nigerian Christians From ISIS — Hegseth

Former Fox News host and U.S. military veteran Pete Hegseth has claimed that former U.S. President Donald Trump directed the Pentagon to take action in protecting Nigerian Christians allegedly targeted by ISIS-linked terrorists. Speaking during a recent discussion on global security and religious persecution, Hegseth stated that the Trump administration considered the attacks on Christian […]

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Children’s Day Brings Little Joy as Abducted Schoolchildren Remain in Captivity – Peter Obi

Former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has expressed deep concern over the continued captivity of abducted schoolchildren in Nigeria, saying that this year’s Children’s Day celebration offers little joy while many families are still in pain. Obi noted that instead of celebration, the day serves as a painful reminder of the unresolved insecurity affecting […]

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Kogi Federal University Introduces ‘One-Day VC’ Programme to Inspire Students

The management of Federal University Lokoja has introduced a new initiative tagged the “One-Day Vice-Chancellor” programme aimed at motivating students and promoting academic excellence on campus. The initiative was announced by the institution’s new Vice-Chancellor, Gbenga Ibileye, as part of efforts to give students a closer experience of leadership and encourage greater involvement in the […]

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𝗥𝗲𝗵𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗢𝗳 𝗧𝗲𝗿𝗿𝗼𝗿𝗶𝘀𝘁𝘀: 𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝗖𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗰𝘀 𝗦𝗮𝘆 𝗡𝗶𝗴𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗮’𝘀 𝗣𝗼𝗹𝗶𝗰𝘆 𝗜𝘀 𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗱𝘂𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲

Nigeria’s approach of rehabilitating and reintegrating former terrorists back into society continues to spark heated debate, with critics arguing that the strategy may be doing more harm than good. Supporters of the rehabilitation initiative believe it can encourage insurgents to surrender, reduce violence, and provide a pathway for former fighters to abandon extremist ideologies. However, […]

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