Nigerian, US forces kill over 20 ISWAP fighters in N’East air operation

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Nigerian, US forces kill ISWAP

The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has announced that Nigerian troops, working alongside the United States Africa Command, killed more than 20 fighters of the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) during a coordinated air operation in the North-East region. According to the military, the operation was carried out around Metele after intelligence reports revealed the movement and gathering of suspected terrorists in the area. Director of Defence Information, Maj.-Gen. Sama’ila Uba, disclosed this in a statement issued yesterday, said the air strikes targeted ISIS/ISWAP fighters observed regrouping before the attack was…

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People’s General’ @83: LibertyTVR Chairman celebrates Aliyu Gusau

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LibertyTVR Chair celebrates Aliyu Gusau

…Extols his legacy in security, democracy Chairman of Liberty TVR, Alhaji (Dr.) Ahmed Tijjani Ramalan, has congratulated retired Lieutenant-General Aliyu Mohammed Gusau (rtd) on his 83rd birthday, describing him as ‘the People’s General’, and paying tribute to his enduring influence on Nigeria’s security and political landscape. In a goodwill message marking the occasion, Ramalan highlighted General Gusau’s long-standing contributions to national development, noting that his career spanning more than four decades has left a significant mark on Nigeria’s military and intelligence institutions. Widely regarded as one of the most influential…

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Court adjourns case against Arewa24TV over alleged ‘indecent content’ to June 9

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Court adjourns on Arewa24TV

The Federal High Court sitting in Kano has adjourned a suit filed by the Islamic Research and Da’awa Foundation, Abuja, against Arewa24TV and the National Broadcasting Commission (NBC) to June 9, 2026. The Islamic Research and Da’awa Foundation instituted the legal action over allegations that the television station aired content it considers indecent, suggestive and inconsistent with Islamic and Hausa cultural values. The plaintiff, represented by its solicitor, A.A. Hikima, is asking the court to examine what it described as inappropriate programming on the station, while also questioning the role…

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2027: PDP to screen Goodluck Jonathan today

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PDP to screen Goodluck Jonathan

…Sparks debate questioning PDP’s ability to challenge APC Fresh political developments within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) have intensified discussions over a possible return of former President Goodluck Jonathan to the presidential race, as preparations for his reported screening coincide with growing doubts about the opposition party’s electoral strength ahead of the 2027 general elections. The Tanimu Turaki-led faction of the PDP has fixed today Tuesday for the screening of Jonathan, in what the party described as its sole presidential aspirant, according to reports from within the party. The development…

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Court grants el-Rufa’i ₦100m bail, orders monthly DSS reporting

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Court grants el Rufa'i bail

The Federal High Court in Abuja has granted bail to former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir el-Rufa’i, in the sum of ₦100 million in his trial over alleged breach of national security. Justice Joyce AbdulMalik, while delivering  ruling in a bail application yesterday, imposed a series of stringent conditions el-Rufa’i must meet before being released on bail. The ex-governor is to provide one surety in like sum. The court ordered that the surety must reside in either Maitama or Asokoro districts of Abuja, and must deposit the original Certificate of Occupancy…

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Kano: “Enough is enough, or I’ll open Pandora’s box” – Gov. Yusuf warns Kwankwaso over ‘boy’ remarks

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Gov. Yusuf warns Kwankwaso

Kano State governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, has issued a strong warning to his former political mentor, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, cautioning him against what he described as repeated provocative comments directed at him. The Governor said he may be compelled to publicly respond if the remarks continue, warning that doing so could reveal issues that have remained unspoken. In a viral video circulating online, Yusuf was quoted as saying: “Tell them they are talking too much. Enough is enough. If they don’t stop, I will open my mouth and it will…

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Ndume secures APC ticket for 5th term in Senate

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Ndume secures APC ticket

Ali Ndume, the former Senate Leader, has secured the senatorial ticket of the All Progressives Congress (APC) for Borno-South senatorial district, positioning him for a fifth term bid in the Nigerian Senate. Ndume emerged as the party’s candidate through an unopposed affirmation process conducted during the APC primary election held in Maiduguri, the Borno State capital. The affirmation exercise, attended by party officials and delegates, reportedly proceeded without opposition as Ndume remained the sole aspirant for the ticket in the senatorial district. Party members at the venue endorsed his candidacy,…

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“Plateau is Northern Nigeria, not M’Belt” – Plateau Christian blast kinsmen over identity crisis 

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Plateau Christian on North

In a fiery, nearly 6-minute video, Plateau indigene and Christian Gyan Joseph Mancha has called out his fellow Christians from the state for rejecting their Northern identity, warning that denial won’t change constitutional reality.   According to Mancha,  “Truthfully, some of us have a problem, especially we Christians. I swear, I’m sorry to say this, but we have a lot of work to do. We need to open our eyes; we need to learn. For God’s sake, why is it that when I come out and say Plateau is in Northern…

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Terrorists attack military school in Yobe, kill army, police officers

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Terrorists Yobe attack

Suspected Islamist insurgents have killed about 17 police officers undergoing specialised operational training when the bandits attacked the Nigerian Army Special Forces School in Buni-Yadi, Gujba local government area of Yobe state. The Police Command’s Force Public Relations Officer, Anthony Placid confirmed the sad incident adding that the officers were participating in advanced tactical and counter-terrorism training when gunmen launched a coordinated overnight assault on the military facility from multiple directions. The Police spokesperson, a Deputy Commissioner of Police, said the attack occurred in the early hours of May 8,…

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FG to unveil radio station for adult education

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FG to unveil radio station

The Federal Government will soon inaugurate a dedicated radio station to broadcast lessons for adult and non-formal education learners across the country. Director of Literacy and Development at the National Commission for Mass Literacy, Adult and Non-Formal Education, Dr. John Edeh, disclosed this in an interview in Abuja on Saturday. Edeh, who is also overseeing the Commission, said the initiative was approved by the Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, to expand access to learning in remote communities. He explained that radio remained the cheapest and most accessible medium for…

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