Author: Aminu Imam

Amnesty Int’l blasts FG over failure to protect Nigerians as killings escalate

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Amnesty blasts FG

Amnesty International has issued a scathing indictment of the Federal Government, accusing it of gross failure to protect Nigerians as the country reels under relentless violence and bloodshed. In its latest report released yesterday via X (@AmnestyNigeria), the global rights group said at least 65 people were massacred in a single week, in what it described as a shocking testament to the government’s inability to safeguard lives and bring criminals to justice. Amnesty said: “This week alone, at least 65 people have been killed in horrific attacks”. “In Katsina State,…

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2027: “ADC deceiving Nigerians” – Datti Baba-Ahmed

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Datti Baba Ahmed

The former vice-presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP), Senator Datti Baba-Ahmed, has dismissed the coalition formed by the opposition under the platform of the African Democratic Congress, (ADC). Baba-Ahmed, who made the remarks yesterday while answering questions during a television programme, maintained that the ADC coalition is deceiving Nigerians. According to him, “They are deceiving us. Yes, I’m a Labour Party for God’s sake. I still want Peter Obi to come back to the Labour Party and contest for the 2027 election. “There are more fundamental issues I want…

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“Scourge of insecurity deepening agonies of the North” – ACF Chairman laments

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ACF Chairman laments

The Arewa Consultative Forum, (ACF), has expressed profound sorrow that the relentless scourge of banditry, kidnapping, and various forms of criminality have exacerbated the suffering in the North, leaving families shattered and communities in ruins. During the 78th National Executive Committee, (NEC), gathering of the Forum on Wednesday at its Kaduna secretariat, ACF Chairman, Chief Mamman Osuman, (SAN), lamented that the North continues to witness loss of lives to malevolent criminals, sociopaths, thugs, bandits, marauders, and terrorists, alongside the natural calamities and disasters that afflict the region. This is a…

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“Politicians’ pay hike plan “insensitive, provocative” – ACF Spokesman

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ACF Spokesman

Fresh outrage has trailed the proposed upward review of salaries for political office holders by the Revenue Mobilisation, Allocation and Fiscal Commission (RMAFC), with the Arewa Consultative Forum (ACF) describing the move as “disappointing, insensitive and provocative”. Speaking with newsmen, ACF National Publicity Secretary, Prof. Tukur Baba, warned that the plan was unjustifiable given the economic hardship across the country. “It is disappointing: because, with the present state of the economy and the hardships faced by the populace, political office-holders are the least deserving of any pay increase, unless it…

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Katsina Massacre: 20 burnt bodies discovered, as death toll rises to 50

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Katsina massacre

At least 50 people have now been confirmed killed in last week’s bandits’ attacks on villages in the Malumfashi LGA, Katsina State. Recall that the bandits opened fire on worshippers at a mosque and set others ablaze. Aminu Ibrahim, who represents Malumfashi constituency in the Katsina State House of Assembly, confirmed the death toll to his colleagues at Tuesday’s plenary session. According to him, “Thirty people were gunned down during morning prayers, and another 20 were burned alive in their homes. Our people can no longer live in their villages…

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Plateau Wedding Killings: Zaria families protest against  granting suspects bail

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Plateau Wedding Killings

Families of thirteen wedding guests killed in Mangu, Plateau State, have condemned a High Court decision granting bail to 20 suspects linked to the June 12 mob attack. Recall that the suspects were granted bail on Wednesday, by the presiding judge, Justice Nafisah Lawal Musa, after hearing a Motion from their defence counsel, Garba Pwul (SAN). The suspects were arrested following an attack on a 38-seater bus which was conveying the victims from Kaduna State to a wedding ceremony, but met their untimely deaths when they missed their way and…

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Gumi urges dialogue, spiritual reflection after Katsina mosque attack 

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Gumi urges dialogue

Prominent Islamic cleric, Sheikh Ahmad Gumi, has condemned Tuesday’s attack on a mosque in Katsina State, describing it as an abomination and calling for urgent dialogue to end the cycle of violence. In a statement issued yesterday, Gumi said the killings of worshippers during prayers reflected the worsening security situation in the country and demanded “sober reflection and a frank review” of the crisis. “It’s an abomination in all religions to kill an unarmed person, let alone one in prayers,” he said, warning that the conflicts consuming communities were dragging…

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Rising Insecurity: “Every Nigerian must learn combat skills for self-defense” — CDS Musa

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With the current situation in Nigeria, the Chief of Defence Staff, General Musa, has emphasized that it’s crucial for every Nigerian to acquire combat and self-defense skills to navigate the growing insecurity plaguing the country. His remarks come as citizens grapple with a surge in terrorist attacks, kidnappings, banditry, and escalating violent crimes, leaving many feeling hopeless. Musa maintained that despite challenges with resources and legal frameworks at home, Nigeria remains committed to safeguarding its people while honouring its responsibility to regional stability. According to him, the armed forces are…

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Niger State to end direct supply of live cows

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Niger State on cattle

…Launch meat processing for southern markets Niger State governor, Mohammed Umaru Bago, has unveiled a major reform in Niger State’s livestock trade, announcing plans to halt the direct transportation of live cows and goats to markets in Lagos and Ogun states. Under the new plan, livestock will be slaughtered and processed at Mokwa before being packaged and delivered as frozen products to the Southwest. According to the governor, this will improve hygiene, reduce waste, and ensure farmers capture more value from the livestock chain. Speaking at the First Bank 2025…

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TICAD9: Africa deserves 2 permanent seats at UN Security Council – Tinubu

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Tinubu on TICAD9

President Bola Tinubu on Wednesday called for reforms at the United Nations (UN) to give Africa permanent representation on the Security Council. Speaking at the plenary session on peace and stability during the 9th Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD9) in Yokohama, Japan, Tinubu argued that Africa deserves two permanent seats with full privileges. The President said the continent also deserves additional non-permanent seats in line with the Ezulwini consensus and Sirte declaration. “It is the view of Nigeria that Africa’s quest for fair and equitable representation in the…

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