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7 States Need US Airstrikes, Says Security Analyst

Policy analyst AbdulRasheed Hussain identifies Borno, Yobe, Kaduna, Zamfara, Niger, Plateau, and Benue as priority states for foreign military intervention to curb Nigeria's escalating insurgency.

State Debt Rises by N94.79bn in Three Months

Nigeria's 36 states and FCT saw domestic debt rise to N3.96tn in Q2 2025. Experts warn of a structural crisis as debt servicing eats into funds for health and education. Read the full analysis.

Fresh Explosion Kills 9 in Zamfara State

A deadly explosion has rocked Dansadau road in Zamfara, claiming at least nine lives. This is the second such incident in the state within a week. Get the latest details.

Fiji Leads Global Climate Action with 2026 Goals

Fiji is advancing renewable energy, community adaptation, and global advocacy, positioning itself as a climate leader. Discover how its 2026 vision offers hope and a model for action.

7 Proposed Nigerian States Scale 2nd Reading in 2025

In 2025, Nigeria's push for new states gained momentum as seven proposals, including Ibadan and Etiti, passed second reading. Explore the key bills and the drive for constitutional restructuring.

Private Sector Joins Push for Stability in Nigeria

Key Nigerian private sector actors unite with civil society to design market-driven strategies for economic resilience and preventing violent extremism in fragile states. Discover the innovative plans.

CNEF Rejects NEF, Backs FIRS and Tinubu Reforms

The Concerned Northern Elders Forum has disowned the NEF's criticism of FIRS, praising its revenue drive and Tinubu's economic agenda. Read why they warn against political sabotage.

States Where Bandits Attacked on Christmas Day

A detailed look at the tragic Christmas Day attacks across Benue, Plateau, Borno, and Adamawa states, where gunmen killed hundreds. Explore the security lapses and ongoing threats.

U.S. Replaces South Africa with Poland for G20 Summit

The United States has excluded South Africa from the 2026 G20 summit, inviting Poland instead. U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio cited economic and political reasons. South Africa says it will wait out the 2026 meetings. Read the full story.

Cleric Lists 11 Terror-Prone States, Warns Tinubu

Primate Ayodele warns President Tinubu to end insecurity before April 2026, listing 11 high-risk states. He cautions that the 2027 elections may be threatened. Read the full advisory.

Northern Leaders Suspend Mining, Back State Police

Northern governors and traditional rulers have imposed a six-month mining suspension and approved a N1bn monthly security fund to tackle banditry and insecurity. Read the full communiqué.

NURTW Chairman Killed in Ilesa Shooting

NURTW chairman Adeboye Ademoroti shot dead in Ilesa. Osun police confirm investigation ongoing as Governor Adeleke warns against political violence. Read latest updates.

Zamfara First Lady launches 16-Day GBV Activism

Zamfara State's First Lady, Hajiya Huriyya Dauda Lawal, has launched the 2025 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence, calling for unified action and digital safety.

Cross River: 800 GBV cases, just 5 convictions

Cross River State records 800 gender-based violence cases with only 5 convictions. Commissioner Edema Irom reveals shocking details about GBV in cocoa farms, motor parks, and online. Urgent action needed!

Shehu Sani on 15 Years of Northern Insecurity

Ex-Senator Shehu Sani urges Northern leaders to confront the region's 15-year insecurity crisis with honesty, tackling root causes like poverty and illiteracy for homegrown solutions.

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