Terrorists Thrive on Community Support — Defence Minister
Nigeria’s Minister of Defence, Christopher Musa, has said that the country’s security challenges are being prolonged not only by armed groups but also by support they receive from some individuals within affected communities. Speaking at the June 12 edition of The Platform organised by The Covenant Nation in Lagos, Musa said insurgents, bandits and terrorists continue to […]
2027 Must Reflect June 12 Ideals — Obi
Presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi, has called on Nigerians to draw inspiration from the June 12, 1993 presidential election and work towards ensuring that the 2027 general election reflects the same standards of transparency, credibility, and public acceptance. In a Democracy Day message shared on his X account, Obi said […]
Dickson Rallies NDC Leaders to Resolve Internal Crisis
As preparations for the 2027 general elections gather momentum, leaders of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) have moved to ease internal tensions and strengthen party unity ahead of the polls. National leader of the party, Henry Seriake Dickson, on Thursday urged members to put aside public disagreements and focus on positioning the NDC as a […]
Shina Peller: Nigeria Yet to Deliver Democracy’s Benefits to Citizens
Former member of the House of Representatives and Ayedero of Yorubaland, Shina Peller, has criticised Nigeria’s political leadership, warning that the country is “building a house of cards” by failing to address widespread economic hardship and insecurity. In a statement marking the June 12 Democracy Day anniversary, Peller departed from the usual celebratory messages, offering […]
Trump Halts Planned Iran Strikes as Prospects for Diplomatic Deal Improve
U.S. President Donald Trump announced that he has called off a third consecutive night of planned military strikes against Iran, citing significant progress in negotiations aimed at ending the conflict and securing a broader agreement with Tehran. The decision marked a sharp shift in tone from earlier in the day, when Trump warned that Iran […]
Vance Boelter Pleads Guilty in Federal Case Over Minnesota Lawmaker Attacks
Vance Boelter, the man accused of carrying out a deadly attack targeting Minnesota Democratic lawmakers and their families, pleaded guilty Thursday to all federal charges against him, according to the U.S. Department of Justice. During a hearing in federal court, Boelter admitted to fatally shooting Minnesota state Rep. Melissa Hortman and her husband, Mark Hortman, […]
Katsina Government Opens Door for Talks With Repentant Bandits
In what appears to be a significant shift in approach to tackling insecurity, Katsina State Governor Dikko Umaru Radda has declared his willingness to engage bandits and kidnappers who are prepared to renounce violence and return to peaceful living. The governor said his administration remains open to dialogue with individuals who genuinely abandon criminal activities, […]
State Police Push Gains Ground as House Passes Bill
The House of Representatives has passed the bill seeking the establishment of state police, a major milestone in efforts to reform Nigeria’s policing structure and tackle the country’s growing security challenges. The decision was reached during Thursday’s plenary session presided over by Speaker Tajudeen Abbas. Announcing the outcome, Abbas disclosed that 288 lawmakers voted in […]
NIDCOM Decries Treatment of Nigerians in South Africa
Growing concerns over the treatment of Nigerians in South Africa have drawn a strong reaction from the Federal Government, with the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission declaring that continued hostility against Nigerian migrants can no longer be ignored. Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission, Abike Dabiri-Erewa, said the commission was deeply […]
U.S. Launches New Strikes on Iran as Ceasefire Shows Signs of Collapse
The U.S. military has carried out a fresh round of strikes against Iranian targets, according to U.S. Central Command, as tensions between Washington and Tehran continue to escalate and a fragile ceasefire appears increasingly at risk. The latest military action came after President Donald Trump accused Iran of delaying negotiations aimed at ending the conflict […]
