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Gunmen Storm University, Abduct Student

Gunmen Storm University, Abduct Student

Gunmen Storm University, Abduct Student Unidentified gunmen have abducted a 400-level student of the Federal University Birnin Kebbi (FUBK), Augustine Madubiya, in the early hours of Tuesday. A local resident was also shot and killed during the attack. The incident occurred around 3:00am at Istijaba Villa, an off-campus hostel located in Unguwar Jeji. According to eyewitness accounts, five armed men approached students who were sleeping outside their rooms due to the hot weather and demanded money. When the students explained that they had no money, the attackers assaulted them. During the chaos, a nearby resident, Malam Siddi Hussaini, who was…
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Sallah Celebration: IGP Makes U-Turn Over Sanusi’s Invitation

Sallah Celebration: IGP Makes U-Turn Over Sanusi’s Invitation

Sallah Celebration: IGP Makes U-turn Over Sanusi’s Invitation The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun has withdrawn the earlier invitation extended to Alhaji Aminu Sanusi, the emir of Kano in connection with the unfortunate incident that occurred in Kano State during the Sallah celebration on March 30, 2025. Police explained on Sunday that the invitation was initially issued to enable Alhaji Sanusi to provide his account of the events that led to the breakdown of law and order in the state. However, the police said following advice from respected stakeholders and in line with the IGP’s commitment to ensuring that…
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Abia State Government’s Commitment To Security And Development – By Ebere Uzoukwa Ph.D (SSA To Gov. Otti On Public Affairs)

Abia State Government’s Commitment To Security And Development – By Ebere Uzoukwa Ph.D (SSA To Gov. Otti On Public Affairs)

Abia State Government's Commitment to Security and Development By Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D The recent allegations against Abia State Governor Alex Otti, claiming he approved the involvement of IPOB's Eastern Security Network (ESN) to confront Fulani herdsmen and protect farmers, are baseless and malicious. These claims aim to undermine Governor Otti's progress in Abia State, where he is working closely with Nigerian security forces to enhance security and reduce crime rates. The Abia State government has vehemently denied these allegations, describing them as "false, malicious, and misleading," intended to create disaffection and unnecessary tension in the state. The government relies on…
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Kano Citizens Claim IGP’s Invitation To Emir Sanusi Part Of Alleged Plan To Impose State Of Emergency

Kano Citizens Claim IGP’s Invitation To Emir Sanusi Part Of Alleged Plan To Impose State Of Emergency

Kano citizens claim IGP’s invitation to Emir Sanusi part of alleged plan to impose State of Emergency Following reports that the Nigeria Police Force has officially invited the 16th Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, to an investigative meeting over an incident that took place during the recent Sallah celebration, Kano residents have voiced strong opposition. They have characterized the move as a potential attempt to instigate a state of emergency in the state. ​Some citizens, who spoke on the arrest of 20-year-old Usman Sagiru on Sunday, March 30, 2025, by the Kano State Police Command in Sharifai Quarters, in…
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National Police Day: ABIA CP Holds Strategic Conference, Charges Officers To Uphold Professionalism And Human Rights

National Police Day: ABIA CP Holds Strategic Conference, Charges Officers To Uphold Professionalism And Human Rights

NATIONAL POLICE DAY: ABIA CP HOLDS STRATEGIC CONFERENCE CHARGES OFFICERS TO UPHOLD PROFESSIONALISM AND HUMAN RIGHTS In commemoration of the National Police Day celebration, the Commissioner of Police Abia State Command, CP Danladi Isa held a strategic conference with officers of the Command, which included Area Commanders, DPOs, HODs and Tactical Team Commanders at the Command's Officer's mess, Umuahia. During the meeting, the CP urged officers to uphold the highest standards of service, reflecting the evolving modern Nigeria Police Force of international standard. He also encouraged routine stakeholders engagement, educating members of the public against the rising cases of mob…
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Abia State Police Command Community Engagement Activities For The 2025 National Police Day

Abia State Police Command Community Engagement Activities For The 2025 National Police Day

PRESS RELEASE 02/04/2035 ABIA STATE POLICE COMMAND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT ACTIVITIES FOR THE 2025 NATIONAL POLICE DAY In commemoration of the National Police Day on 7th April 2025 and in compliance with the community engagement directives of the Inspector General of Police, IGP Kayode Egbetokun, Ph.D., NPM, from 3rd to 7th April 2025, the Abia State Police Command will host series of community engagement programs designed to foster the spirit of commitment, qualitative service, and partnership. PROGRAM OF ACTIVITIES INCLUDES Thursday, 3rd April 2025 – Officers’ ConferenceThe activities will begin with a conference for officers of the command at the Officers’…
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‘Nobody Can Stop Me From Coming Home’, Natasha Says As Mammoth Crowd Throng Her Home Coming In A Chattered Helicopter

‘Nobody Can Stop Me From Coming Home’, Natasha Says As Mammoth Crowd Throng Her Home Coming In A Chattered Helicopter

‘Nobody Can Stop Me From Coming Home’, Natasha Says As Mammoth Crowd Throng Her Homecoming In A Chattered Helicopter Despite the ban on political rallies and restrictions on convoys, a massive crowd of supporters thronged Ihima, Okehi Local Government Area of Kogi State on Tuesday to welcome home Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan. In a dramatic turn of events, the senator arrived by helicopter, stunning the waiting crowd, who had gathered in front of her country home in Ihima since morning. The supporters, carrying placards and chanting in solidarity, defied police warnings and a curfew imposed by the Chairman of Okehi Local…
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Natasha Shuns Kogi Rally Ban, Confirms Sallah Visit To Constituency

Natasha Shuns Kogi Rally Ban, Confirms Sallah Visit To Constituency

Natasha Shuns Kogi Rally Ban, Confirms Sallah Visit To Constituency The lawmaker representing Kogi Central Senatorial District, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, on Tuesday, announced that she would not back out on her plan to return to her constituency for the Sallah break. The senator also urged her supporters to disregard speculations making the round that she has cancelled her scheduled visit. She disclosed this in a statement issued by her media team in the early hours of Tuesday. The statement read, “We are pleased to confirm that Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan’s Sallah visit to Kogi Central Senatorial District will proceed as planned. “Despite…
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Ahead Of Distinguished Senator Natasha H Akpoti’s Home Coming, APC Led Kogi State Government Has Banned Social Gatherings, As Means To Stop Her – By Ebuka Romeo Okoye

Ahead Of Distinguished Senator Natasha H Akpoti’s Home Coming, APC Led Kogi State Government Has Banned Social Gatherings, As Means To Stop Her – By Ebuka Romeo Okoye

Ahead of Distinguished Senator Natasha H Akpoti's Home Coming tomorrow, APC led state government has banned social gatherings, as means to stop her from holding the scheduled rally. By banning social gatherings and use of convoy in Kogi, Gov. Ododo has once again proven those of us who don't support state police, right.I once again insist that, the worst thing that will happen to today's Nigeria, is to grant that useless request for these power drunk, dubious individuals. Imagine a country where all the senators, state governor and his predecessor are fightin one woman.Why desperately wanting to stop her?Why flexing…
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A Robust Treatise On Fulani Herdsmen, Nigerian Politics, And The Path To Reconciliation: Uromi As A Microcosm Of National Crisis – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

A Robust Treatise On Fulani Herdsmen, Nigerian Politics, And The Path To Reconciliation: Uromi As A Microcosm Of National Crisis – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

A Robust Treatise on Fulani Herdsmen, Nigerian Politics, and the Path to Reconciliation: Uromi as a Microcosm of National Crisis I. The Fulani Herdsmen Conundrum in Context The Fulani, a predominantly pastoralist ethnic group dispersed across West Africa, constitute approximately 6% of Nigeria’s population. Renowned for their transhumant traditions, Fulani herdsmen have historically traversed the Sahelian belt, navigating seasonal grazing routes. However, contemporary clashes between these pastoralists and agrarian communities—epitomized by the conflict in Uromi, Edo State—underscore a crisis rooted in resource competition, identity politics, and governance failures. Key Issues: Land Scarcity: Population growth and agricultural expansion have eroded grazing…
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