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Maiduguri – The Brigade Commander of the Joint Task Force in Benesheikh, Kaga Local Government Area of Borno State, Brigadier-General O. Braimah, has reportedly been killed in a deadly attack by Boko Haram/ISWAP terrorists on Thursday, April 9, 2026. According to multiple sources, the insurgents launched a coordinated assault late on Wednesday night or early […]
Continue ReadingAccording to reports, the attack struck residential areas in Kutum, located within the wider region of Darfur. The incident adds to the growing toll of civilian casualties linked to ongoing hostilities in the area. Local sources say the victims were among civilians caught in the crossfire as fighting intensifies between the Sudanese Armed Forces and […]
Continue ReadingPresident Bola Ahmed Tinubu was absent at the unveiling of a major project in Lagos due to pressing national security concerns, according to one of his aides. The aide disclosed that the President had to prioritize urgent security briefings following recent developments across the country. These briefings reportedly required his immediate attention, making it impossible […]
Continue ReadingGovernor of Alex Otti has assured residents of Abia State not to panic over his re-election bid, emphasizing that the process is ultimately in God’s hands. Speaking on the matter, Otti noted that leadership and political outcomes are determined by divine will rather than human anxiety or speculation. He urged citizens to remain calm and […]
Continue ReadingOperatives of the Nigeria Police Force have uncovered a criminal hideout disguised as a church in Ikono Local Government Area of Akwa Ibom State, leading to the arrest of seven suspects. According to reports, the operation was carried out following credible intelligence linking the location to ongoing criminal activities in the area. The suspects allegedly […]
Continue ReadingA 31-year-old man, Kelechi Nwofurum (also reported as Kelechi Wufurum or Kelechi Nwofuru), has been arrested by the Rivers State Police Command for allegedly murdering a 51-year-old commercial minibus driver, Ifeanyi Abobo, and selling the victim’s vehicle for ₦2.4 million. The incident took place in Ubima community, Ikwerre Local Government Area of Rivers State. According […]
Continue ReadingArmed bandits have invaded the Baga community in Shiroro Local Government Area of Niger State, killing at least five villagers and abducting around 150 others in a ruthless raid that also saw several houses set ablaze. The attack occurred in the early hours of Tuesday, April 7, 2026 (around 6:30 a.m. according to police reports), […]
Continue ReadingThe rapper, also known as Ye, has faced renewed backlash due to his past antisemitic comments, with many critics questioning his inclusion in such a major international event. The controversy quickly gained traction online, sparking debates about accountability, free speech, and the entertainment industry’s role in addressing sensitive issues. In response, Kanye West acknowledged the […]
Continue ReadingThe Speaker of the Kebbi State House of Assembly, Muhammad Usman Zuru, has passed away in a hospital in Egypt after battling an undisclosed illness. His death was confirmed on Tuesday, sending shockwaves across Kebbi State and Nigeria’s political landscape. Though details surrounding the illness remain unclear, sources indicate that the lawmaker had been receiving […]
Continue ReadingAccording to medical officials, the casualties were brought in after intense bombardments hit areas close to where civilians had gathered. Witnesses say the strikes caused panic in the camp, with many residents scrambling for safety as explosions rocked the vicinity. Local sources described scenes of chaos, as emergency responders worked to evacuate the wounded and […]
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