Nobel Laureate Prof. Wole Soyinka has condemned U.S. President Donald Trump's threat of possible military action in Nigeria, describing the remark as reckless and dismissive of the country’s complex security challenges. Speaking in Makurdi on Friday after a meeting with Benue State Governor Hyacinth Alia, Soyinka said leaders must show respect when commenting on situations …
The Nigerian Army has assured residents of the South-East of their safety following the circulation of a fake “sit-at-home” order online. Authorities urged citizens to continue their daily activities and report any suspicious individuals for prompt action. Lieutenant Colonel Olabisi Olalekan Ayeni, Acting Deputy Director of Army Public Relations, 82 Division, said the message was …
Panic gripped Zuru Emirate in Kebbi State after armed bandits raided Government Girls Comprehensive Senior Secondary School (GGCSS), Maga, in Danko/Wasagu Local Government Area, killing the vice principal and abducting several students. The late-night attack claimed the life of Vice Principal Malam Hassan Yakubu Makuku, who reportedly tried to shield students from the assailants. The …
United States Congressman, Bill Huizinga, has expressed deep concern over what he described as the Nigerian government’s lack of seriousness in addressing the ongoing attacks on Christian communities across the country. Speaking during a televised interview, Huizinga criticized the government's response to the crisis, calling it dismissive and inadequate. He said the pattern of violence …
The Federal Government has confirmed that it is in diplomatic talks with the United States following the recent military threat issued by former U.S. President Donald Trump. Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, who revealed this in an interview with newsmen, noted that communication channels have been opened between both governments to ease …
Kano State is grappling with a new wave of insecurity as fleeing bandits from neighbouring Katsina State invade its border communities, triggering fear and mass displacement among rural residents. The influx comes amid intensified military operations across the Northwest, which have pushed armed groups out of Katsina and Zamfara into adjacent territories. Residents told newsmen …
The Nigerian Army has dismissed social media claims alleging that images released from its recent rescue mission in Kogi State were old. In a statement on Tuesday, the 12 Brigade of the Nigerian Army maintained that the photos published from the operation were authentic and taken during the mission on November 2, 2025. According to …
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has declared a state of emergency on training facilities for Nigeria’s internal security agencies, including the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) and the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC). The decision was disclosed by the Chairman of the National Economic Council (NEC) Ad-hoc Committee on the overhaul of security training institutions …
In February 2022, the Nigerian government stood before the world with a bold claim: it had uncovered 96 terrorism financiers, 424 associates, 123 companies, and 33 bureaux de change linked to violent extremist networks tearing the nation apart. The announcement, delivered by then Information Minister, Lai Mohammed, should have shaken the country to its core. …
The Presidency has announced that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will meet with United States President Donald Trump in the coming days to address renewed allegations of Christian genocide in Nigeria. The statement comes after Trump accused the Nigerian government of failing to stop attacks on Christians and hinted at possible military action to, in his …
