Suspected Boko Haram terrorists have infiltrated communities in some local government areas of Niger State, imposing draconian’ rules on the residents.
There are fears that the activities of the Indegenous People of Biafra (IPOB) might hinder the November 6 gubernatorial election in Anambra state. INEC is set to hold an emergency meeting today to determine the way out.
- PODCAST: How Insurgents take control of over 500 communities in Niger state.
- Boko Haram cripples governance in Niger communities, fixes marital age for girls
The wife of Governor Abdullahi Ganduje of Kano State is currently in custody of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) following a petition on alleged fraud which her son wrote against her. She was arrested on Monday following her refusal to honour the agency’s invitation.
B/Haram Asks Niger Residents To Flout Govt Orders
Suspected Boko Haram terrorists have infiltrated many communities in some local government areas of Niger State, Daily Trust reports.
They have reportedly directed residents to withdraw their children from schools. Residents expressed fears that the onslaught would escalate in the coming days if nothing is done.
EFCC Arrests Ganduje’s Wife
Hafsat Ganduje, First Lady of Kano State, has been arrested by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC).
Daily Trust understands that she was arrested based on a petition Abdulazeez, one of her sons, wrote against her.
London Visit: Why I Addressed Tinubu As Mr President – Rep Suleja
A member of the House of Representatives, Abubakar Lado Suleja (APC,Niger), has opened up on why he referred to the National Leader of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Asiwaju Bola Tinubu, as Mr President during their visit to him in London last week.
Top politicians from across the country have been thronging to London to visit Tinubu who has been there for over three months for medical attention.
Attacks: INEC Takes Final Decision On Anambra Guber Election Today
The Independent National Electoral Commission will today hold an emergency security meeting in Abuja to take a final decision on the conduct of the November 6 governorship election in Anambra State.
There are fears that the activities of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) in the state may hinder the election.
PODCAST: How Insurgents Take Control Of Over 500 Communities In Niger State.
There are reports that parts of Niger state have been taken over by suspected insurgents who have been coercing residents of Shiroro local government area to abide by their new rules like marrying off their daughters at age 12.
Who are these insurgents and how did they become this strong? Click this link to listen to the podcast.
Arms Proliferation Big Threat To Security – CDS, IGP
The Chief of Defence Staff, Major-General Lucky Irabor, and the Inspector-General of Police, Usman Baba, on Monday stressed the need to curb proliferation of small arms and ammunition in Nigeria and West Africa.
They spoke in Abuja at a public hearing organised by the House of Representatives Committee on Treaties, Protocols and Agreement on a bill to tackle arms proliferation.
Akpeyi Leads Early Arrivals For CAR Qualifiers
The Nigeria national team camp is beginning to bubble ahead of October 2022 FIFA World Cup qualification matches against the Central African Republic.
The Super Eagles continue their quest for a ticket to Qatar against the Wild Beasts on October 7 before squaring up against them on their home ground three days later.
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Davido Shares His Biggest Experience As A Celebrity
David Adeleke, Nigerian superstar popularly known as Davido, has revealed his biggest experience as a celebrity.
In an interview with a French fashion magazine, L’Officiel, the Fem crooner spoke on his friendship with different presidents.
