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Northern CAN Gives Food Aid to 1,000 Kaduna Families

Northern CAN has distributed rice, beans, and other food items to 1,000 vulnerable households in Kaduna's Chikun and Kajuru communities. The Christmas intervention aims to ease hardship for victims of banditry, widows, and orphans.

Yishawu's 50% Discount Food Market Eases Lagos Burden

Lagos lawmaker Gbolahan Yishawu launches a 50% discount food market in Eti-Osa, providing subsidized staples to over 10,000 residents for Christmas. Read how this initiative is easing economic pressure.

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.

Nigerians React to Gumi's Prayer on Insecurity Enablers

Islamic cleric Sheik Gumi's public prayer against those enabling Nigeria's insecurity has ignited fierce reactions online, with many labeling him a 'bandits apologist'. Read the full story and see the social media exchanges.

$50m Credit Boost for Northern Nigeria MSMEs

British International Investment and FCMB partner to provide a $50 million credit facility, with 70% targeting MSMEs in Northern Nigeria and 30% for women-owned businesses nationwide. Read more.

Food Bank Targets 40m Nigerians in Hunger Intervention

MATAN Food Bank launches an automated digital initiative to provide direct food access for over 40 million Nigerians, backed by the House of Representatives. Read how this plan tackles the nation's food crisis.

Defence Minister Badaru Resigns, More FEC Exits Expected

Defence Minister Mohammed Badaru's sudden resignation over health concerns may trigger more cabinet exits. Northern governors and traditional rulers unite to demand state police and a mining suspension. Read the full analysis.

Northern Governors Launch N16bn Monthly Security Fund

Northern governors and traditional rulers have approved a N16bn monthly security trust fund to combat banditry and terrorism. They also urged President Tinubu to suspend mining activities for six months.

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.

Northern Leaders Demand State Police to Fight Insecurity

Northern governors and traditional rulers have declared strong support for state police, citing Nigeria's population boom and inadequate central policing. They urge the Federal Government to fast-track the process.

41 Northern Schools Closed Amid Banditry Attacks

Political analyst Omotayo Yusuf condemns school closures in northern Nigeria due to banditry. Learn how insecurity threatens education development and what solutions are needed.

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