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.
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Buni Emerges APC Conflict Resolution Committee Chair
Yobe State Governor Mai Mala Buni has been appointed Chairman of the APC's new Conflict Resolution, Strategy and Mobilisation Committee. Discover the committee's mandate and members.
7 Killed in Yobe Highway Crash Caused by Tyre Burst
A tragic road accident in Yobe State has left seven dead, including children, after a bus tyre burst. Police urge motorists to prioritise vehicle maintenance to prevent such disasters.
3 Dead, 6 Injured in Yobe Road Crash
A tragic accident on Potiskum Road, Yobe State, has left three dead and six injured. Authorities cite a tyre burst as the cause. Read more and see safety tips.
7 Killed in Yobe Bus Crash After Tyre Burst
A fatal accident in Yobe State claims seven lives, including two children, after a Sharon bus tyre burst. Police urge motorists to maintain vehicles and avoid speeding.
Yobe Creates 3 New Agencies for Infrastructure, Healthcare
Yobe State Governor Mai Mala Buni has launched three new MDAs to enhance rural electrification, combat drug abuse, and drive urban development. The state also doubled scholarships for 28,346 students.
Yobe, Benue Top Nigeria's IDP List – NHRC Report
A new NHRC report reveals Yobe and Benue have the highest internally displaced persons in Nigeria, with children making up 82% of the 9,290 IDPs recorded. Read the full findings.
SAN Proposes 10 Reforms to Fix Nigeria's Judicial Gridlock
Senior Advocate Fidelis Oditah warns that prioritizing electoral disputes over socio-economic justice cripples Nigeria's courts. He outlines 10 key solutions for reform. Read his full critique.
Police Save Man from Mob Over Blasphemy in Kano
Kano police intervened to rescue a man accused of desecrating the Qur'an at Sarina Hotel. The swift action prevented a lynching. Read the full details of the incident.
Police Rescue Man From Mob Over Alleged Quran Tearing in Kano
Angry mob targets man accused of tearing the Holy Quran at a Kano hotel. Police intervene to prevent lynching, restore calm. Full details of the incident and ongoing investigation.
Fagbemi: Tinubu Committed to Efficient, Accountable Justice Sector
AGF Lateef Fagbemi launches a digital document system at the Justice Ministry, marking a shift from manual processes. This move aligns with Tinubu's Renewed Hope Agenda for a faster, citizen-driven justice system. Read more.
Troops intercept ISWAP logistics vehicles in Yobe
Nigerian Army troops and CJTF intercepted two vans carrying supplies for ISWAP in Yobe. Items seized include tyres, food, and cash. Read the full details of the operation.
Suspected Motorcycle Thief Set Ablaze by Mob in Makurdi
A suspected motorcycle thief was set on fire by an angry mob in Makurdi's Gyado Villa area. Eyewitnesses report accomplices fled. Security agencies are yet to comment. Read the full story.
Yam thief caught at Zaki Biam market, traders warn against mob action
A man from Plateau State was caught allegedly trying to steal yams at Zaki Biam Yam Market in Benue. Traders restrained him and called for security intervention, avoiding mob justice. Read the full story.
Buni Orders Tight Security for Yuletide in Yobe
Yobe State Governor Mai Mala Buni mandates police and security agencies to scale up operations to ensure public safety during Christmas and New Year celebrations across the state.
Sexual Abuse Syndicate Uncovered at Potiskum Prison
Yobe State authorities confirm a sexual exploitation network at Potiskum Correctional Centre. Investigations ongoing, with officers suspended. Read the full report.
Community beats man for alleged assault on child
Angry residents in eThekwini, KZN, beat a man to a pulp for allegedly assaulting his girlfriend's 5-year-old daughter. The suspect was later handed to Verulam SAPS. Read the full report.
Ex-Chief Justice Tanko Muhammad Passes Away
Former Chief Justice of Nigeria, Justice Ibrahim Tanko Muhammad, has died in a Saudi Arabian hospital at age 71. Get the full details on his life and legacy.
Cleric killed, attacker lynched in Kano mosque attack
Tragedy in Kano as an Islamic cleric is murdered inside Yusuf Garko Mosque. The suspected attacker was later lynched by an angry mob. Police have launched an investigation.
Mob Kills Suspected Rapist, Mutilates Body in Ondo
An angry mob in Ondo State beat a man to death, hacked off his genitals, and dragged his body through the streets over an alleged rape of a disabled woman. Shocking details inside.
Supreme Court Justice: Forensic Practice is Pillar of Justice
Justice Abraham Moore Adumein highlights forensic science as central to justice. CIFCFIN marks anniversary, trains 5,000 professionals, and calls for FOI Act review to fight digital crime.
Yobe Emir Links Education to Ending Farmer-Herder Clashes
The Emir of Jajjere advocates for enrolling out-of-school children and early harvests to stop deadly clashes over land and water in Yobe. He calls for dialogue and unity.
Nigeria Gets $100m AfDB Loan for Youth Fund
Nigeria's FEC has approved a $100 million AfDB loan for the Youth Investment Fund and a $50m Islamic Bank loan for Yobe agriculture. President Tinubu pushes for 7% growth.
Mob Sets Two Suspected Robbers Ablaze in Gboko
Two suspected robbers were set on fire by an angry mob in Gboko, Benue State. The incident occurred near a school complex. Police are investigating. Read full details.
INEC Ends Yobe Voter Registration Phase 1 Dec. 10
INEC concludes the first phase of physical voter registration in Yobe on December 10. The display of the register for claims and objections runs from December 15-21. Ensure your details are correct.
Man nabbed in Benue over alleged same-sex relationship
A man was apprehended by youths in Gboko, Benue State, accused of a same-sex relationship. The incident, captured on video, has sparked debate on mob justice and LGBTQ+ issues in Nigeria.
Boy, 13, executes killer in Taliban public spectacle
A 13-year-old boy carried out a public execution in Afghanistan, shooting a man convicted of murdering his family. The event, witnessed by 80,000, marks a return to harsh Taliban justice. Read the full report.
Police arrest suspect in retired justice murder case
Delta Police arrest security guard, launch manhunt for principal suspect in retired Justice Ifeoma Okogwu's murder. Call emergency numbers with information.
Mob kills robbery suspect in Yobe community
Angry residents beat a robbery suspect to death in Azam Kura after he stabbed a homeowner. Yobe Police warn against mob justice and offer safety tips.
Yobe Closes Boarding Schools Over Kidnap Fears
Yobe state government orders immediate closure of all boarding secondary schools following security review. Governor Buni urges prayers for peace and security nationwide.
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