Gumi: US Airstrikes Risk Making Nigeria a Theatre of War
Prominent cleric Sheikh Ahmad Gumi warns US military involvement in Nigeria's counter-terrorism could inflame tensions and polarise the nation. He urges alternative partners.
Category : Security
Catholic Priest Shot in Imo on Christmas Day
An assistant parish priest in Owerri West was shot on Christmas morning, highlighting security threats to clergy in Imo State. Police are investigating the attack.
US Airstrikes Hit ISIS in Nigeria, Trump Claims Responsibility
President Trump announces deadly US airstrikes against ISIS in Northwest Nigeria, wishing 'dead terrorists' a Merry Christmas. Nigerian government confirms joint security operation. Read the full details.
Midnight Explosions Shake Offa, Kwara; Cause Unclear
Residents of Offa, Kwara State, were thrown into panic after explosions hit two locations late Thursday night. An unexploded device was found, sparking fears and speculation. Read for details.
Tinubu Approved US Airstrikes on ISIS in Sokoto
Foreign Minister Yusuf Tuggar confirms President Tinubu approved joint US airstrikes on ISIS in Sokoto after a 19-minute call. Get the full details on the operation and government's stance.
Kwara LGA Chairman Addresses Offa Explosions After US Strike
Offa LGA Chairman Omituntun urges calm after explosions at Yidi Praying Ground. Security agencies investigate suspected ordnance blasts. Stay informed with official updates.
US Soldier's Viral Post Before Sokoto ISIS Strike
A Nigerian in the US military sparked reactions online after his midnight post predicted the US airstrike on ISIS terrorists in Sokoto. Read the full story and social media reactions here.
Petrol Tanker Explosion Kills Two on Lagos Badagry Expressway
A 33,000-litre petrol tanker crash and explosion on Christmas Day in Lagos claimed two lives and destroyed property. Officials cite excessive speed and warn against scooping fuel.
Priest Shot at Church Gate on Christmas Day in Imo
Gunmen attacked a Catholic priest in Imo State on Christmas morning. The assistant parish priest was shot while approaching for Mass. Police are investigating. Read for details and updates.
Nigerians React to US Military Strike in Sokoto
Nigerians express divided opinions after US AFRICOM targets ISIS hideout in Sokoto State. Explore the debate on sovereignty, security, and foreign intervention.
8 Yoruba Republic Agitators Arrested in Ogun
Ogun State Police arrest eight persons linked to the Democratic Republic of Yoruba for alleged public disturbance, unlawful assembly, and assault on officers on Christmas Day in Sango-Ota.
Lagos Island Fire: Parents Lose Store in 22-Storey Blaze
A Nigerian lady cries out after her parents' store was destroyed in the Great Nigeria Tower fire on Lagos Island. This marks the second time her father's shop has been lost to flames this year.
Nigerians React to US Airstrike on Sokoto Terrorists
Mixed reactions trail the US military's air strike in Sokoto State, conducted with Nigerian government consent. Read what analysts and citizens are saying about the operation against ISIS-affiliated groups.
US Soldier Issues Warning After Nigeria Airstrike
A US soldier who predicted Trump's military action in Nigeria has spoken out after the Sokoto airstrike, warning influencers and claiming no civilians were harmed. Read the full story and social media reactions.
Shehu Sani Backs US Airstrikes on Nigerian Terrorists
Former Senator Shehu Sani endorses recent US-Nigeria joint airstrikes on terrorist targets in the Northwest, calling it a 'conscionable action' but warns against over-reliance on foreign military intervention.
US Thanks Nigeria for Cooperation in ISIS Airstrikes
The US War Department thanked Nigeria after Trump-ordered airstrikes hit ISIS in Sokoto. AFRICOM confirms Nigerian request. Officials warn "more to come."
Drunk Driver Kills Family, Orphans 3-Year-Old Boy in Texas
A 3-year-old boy is orphaned after a drunk driver going the wrong way killed his parents and sister. The tragedy highlights the fatal consequences of impaired driving. Read the full story.
Niger State kidnap victims freed, one dies in captivity
Relief and grief in Ibeto as 17 residents, including a lawyer, are freed after 86 days in bandit captivity. One victim did not survive. Read the full story.
US Video Shows Airstrike on Terrorists in Sokoto
The US Department of War has released footage of airstrikes on ISIS-linked targets in Sokoto State. Former President Donald Trump claimed responsibility for the operation. Read the full details and Nigeria's official reaction here.
Lagos Market Fire: Lady Cries Out Over Warehouse Safety
A Nigerian businesswoman shares her distress as her warehouse sits dangerously close to the raging fire at the 22-storey Great Nigeria Insurance House in Lagos Island. See the dramatic video and details.
Man: Tinubu's Christmas Post to Trump Was a 'Signal'
A Nigerian man claims President Tinubu's Christmas message to Donald Trump was a covert signal before a reported US strike on terrorists in Sokoto. See the viral reaction and analysis.
US Christmas Day Airstrikes Hit ISIS in Nigeria
US forces launched precision strikes on ISIS targets in Sokoto, Nigeria, on Christmas Day. President Trump cited protection of Christians. Read the full details and Nigeria's response.
Boys Recount Torment Inside ADF Rebel Camps
Two minors freed from the ADF militia in DR Congo share harrowing accounts of forced recruitment, brutal training, and daily torment. Read their shocking story of survival.
North Korea's Kim Orders More Missile Factories for 2026
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has directed officials to boost missile production and build new factories to meet military demands. This move comes amid closer ties with Russia and increased regional tensions. Read the full analysis.
Explosion, US Strikes Hit Sokoto on Christmas
A loud explosion shook Jabo village in Sokoto, while US forces confirmed deadly airstrikes against ISIS in the state. No casualties from the blast. Full details inside.
Explosion in Sokoto's Jabo Town Triggers Panic, US Strikes Announced
Residents of Jabo, Sokoto, fled homes after an explosive device detonated. The incident followed President Trump's announcement of a US military operation in Nigeria's North West. Read full details.
US Airstrike in Nigeria: Trump's 'Merry Christmas' Message
US President Donald Trump confirms authorizing deadly airstrikes against ISIS in Sokoto, Nigeria, on Christmas Day, sending a stark holiday message to terrorists.
U.S., Nigeria Conduct Joint Airstrikes on ISIS Elements
The Defence Headquarters confirms joint precision strikes with U.S. forces against foreign ISIS-linked terrorists in Northwest Nigeria. Read the full details and statements from President Trump and the DDI.
Nigeria Confirms US Airstrikes Against Terrorists
The Nigerian government has confirmed US airstrikes against ISIS-linked militants in the North-west. Read details of the security cooperation and official statements.
Boko Haram Behind Maiduguri Mosque Bomb Blast - Army
Nigerian Army confirms Boko Haram suicide bomber attacked a Maiduguri mosque during prayers, killing 5 and injuring 35. Security intensified. Report suspicious activity.
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