Insecurity in Nigeria
10 Dec
A staggering 50.2% of the entire internally displaced persons (IDP) population of 1,134,828 are minors, representing more than half of the IDP population in Nigeria. This was revealed in a recent National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) publication titled "Report of Internally Displaced Persons in Nigeria 2023." "Further analysis reveals that out of the total population…
21 Nov
Nigeria’s former Chief of Army Staff, Lt. Gen. Yusuf Buratai (rtd), has emphasised the need for strategic synergy between government and security agencies to effectively address insecurity across the country. Buratai, who also served as Nigeria’s Ambassador to the Republic of Benin, underscored the importance of such collaboration during the Lagos State University of Education…
21 Aug 2024
Joe Ajaero is the President of the NLC A member of the House of Representatives, Hon. Ikenga Ugochinyere, representing Ideato North South Federal Constituency of Imo State, has urged the Nigerian Police Force to redirect its focus towards addressing the worsening insecurity in the country rather than summoning the President of the Nigeria Labour Congress…
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Ahead of the Saturday, February 22, 2025, local government elections in Osun State, the Osun State Independent Electoral Commission (OSSIEC) has officially unveiled voting materials. The unveiling took place on Monday during a press briefing held at the commission’s headquarters in Osogbo. The event was led by OSSIEC Chairman, Hassim Abioye, who assured the…
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Cashew dealers in Kogi State have appealed to the Federal Government of Nigeria to come to their aid by preventing foreign competitors from disrupting the cashew market, citing exploitation. According to the affected farmers, they have asked the government to take prompt action before foreigners drive them out of business and into poverty, as they…
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EFCC FC secured a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Galadima FC on Monday to book their place in the final of the FCT President Federation Cup at the Area 3 football pitch in Abuja. The News Agency of Nigeria ( NAN) reports that the match was a closely contested affair, with both teams creating scoring opportunities…
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The Legal Practitioners Disciplinary Committee (LPDC) has awarded a cost of N200, 000 against a lawyer, Mr A. O. Amagwula, for stalling the hearing of a petition against his client, Stella Oyiogu. The Chairman of the LPDC, retired Justice Is’haq Bello, gave the order after Amagwula told the committee that he was not ready to…
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The Governor of Ondo State, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has sworn in the newly elected chairmen and vice chairmen of the 18 local government areas in the state. While urging the council bosses to be dedicated to serving the people at the grassroots, Aiyedatiwa reiterated his commitment to delivering on the manifesto of the All Progressives Congress…
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Afrobeats superstar David Adeleke, better known as Davido, has responded to critics questioning his stance on the ongoing political tension in Osun State. The singer, who has been vocal about the crisis, dismissed suggestions that his friendship with Seyi Tinubu, son of President Bola Tinubu, could be a solution to the issue. The crisis, which…
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The Embassy of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in Abuja has donated 100 tons of date fruits to support less privileged people in Nigeria. The initiative, facilitated by the King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Centre (KSrelief), aims to support vulnerable families in Kano and parts of Abuja, while also strengthening ties between Nigeria and…
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The African Union Commission (AUC) has elected Mr. Mahmoud Youssouf of Djibouti, Eastern Region, as Chairperson of the Commission for a four-year mandate, which is renewable once. He will be deputized by Selma Haddadi of Algeria, Northern Region, following the elections governed by the AU Assembly Rules of Procedure and the AU Commission Statutes. The…
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The Bauchi State House of Assembly has urged the newly appointed Commissioner for Works and Transport, Titus Saul Ketkukah, to pririotise quality in execution of infrastructure development projects. The House also urged the commissioner to embrace inclusivity in leadership and avoid distractions. The Deputy Speaker of the House, Jamilu Dahiru, stated this in a statement…
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Nigerian music superstar Davido has taken a swipe at the Osun State Commissioner of Police, Mohammed Abba, accusing him of turning a blind eye to the rule of law. The ‘Fem’ crooner went all out on Monday, using his social media pages to unleash his fury in a series of fiery posts. “Mr. Commissioner, respect…