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7 B’Haram, ISWAP commanders arrested returning from Hajj

June 28, 2026June 28, 2026 Aminu Imam

Seven suspected commanders of Boko Haram and the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) have been arrested at Katsina Airport while returning from the Hajj pilgrimage in Makkah, Saudi Arabia. The Federal Government has described the arrest as one of the biggest breakthroughs achieved through Nigeria’s integrated digital identity system. Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, disclosed the development on Friday, shortly after President Bola Ahmed Tinubu assented to the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) Act, 2026, saying the arrests underscored the effectiveness of the administration’s reforms in identity management…

Benue Gov. condemns MACBAN Chairman’s killing, orders probe

June 28, 2026June 28, 2026 Aminu Imam

Benue State Governor, Rev. Fr. Hyacinth Alia, has expressed shock and sadness over the killing of the Benue State Chairman of the Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria (MACBAN), Arɗo Risku, and his associate. In a statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Tersoo Kula, the governor described the attack as a tragic incident that occurred at a critical time when Benue State has been making significant progress in restoring peace and stability across several local government areas. Governor Alia said the killing was not only a tragedy for…

‘Kanu recruits Igbo youths from prison to fuel violence’ – MASSOB alleges

June 28, 2026June 28, 2026 Aminu Imam

Founder of the Movement for the Actualisation of the Sovereign State of Biafra (MASSOB), Ralph Uwazuruike, has leveled heavy accusations against the leader of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu, claiming he is directing deadly violent activities from his prison cell. Uwazuruike alleged that Kanu, who is serving a life sentence for terrorism at the Sokoto Custodial Centre, has continued to actively recruit impressionable Igbo youths from inside the facility. He stated that this ongoing recruitment pipeline directly drives the rising body count of young people across…

Niger: Bandits raze school despite collecting ₦10m levy

June 27, 2026June 27, 2026 Aminu Imam

Bandits have reportedly burnt a primary school in Dekara, Borgu local government area of Niger State, days after communities in the area allegedly raised and paid a ₦10 million levy demanded by the armed group. Residents said the attackers invaded the district headquarters on Wednesday and set the Central Primary School, Dekara ablaze. One resident, who requested anonymity, said the assailants emerged from the Kainji Lake National Park before storming the community. According to the source, the bandits had earlier imposed a ₦10 million levy on villages in the Dekara…

“NASS working out funding formula for proposed state police” – Kalu

June 27, 2026June 27, 2026 Aminu Imam

Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu, says the 10th National Assembly is working out a funding framework for the proposed state police, assuring Nigerians that financing will not hinder its establishment. Kalu gave the assurance yesterday, while briefing newsmen in Abuja after returning from a week-long engagement at Chatham House and the ‘London Climate Action Week’ in the United Kingdom. His comments come amid concerns over the financial capacity of states to sustain separate police formations if the proposed constitutional amendment establishing state police is passed. Addressing…

New terror group, ‘Sai Malam’ emerges in Kebbi” – State Govt. warns

June 26, 2026June 26, 2026 Aminu Imam

…Says they use blood for sacrifice Kebbi State government has raised the alarm over the emergence of a new terror group called the ‘Sai Malam’ in parts of the state, warning that the sect must be profiled and tackled before it grows into a major security threat. Special Adviser to the Governor on Security and Home Affairs, Col. Hassan Riba, (rtd), raised the concern during a stakeholders’ security meeting held on Wednesday in Birnin Kebbi, the state capital. The meeting was attended by representatives of traditional rulers, district heads, union…

State Police Bill: “Reform hasty, amid failure to strengthen NPF” – CUPP

June 26, 2026June 26, 2026 Aminu Imam

The Conference of United Political Parties (CUPP) has criticised the Federal Government over the passage of the Constitution Alteration (State Police) Bill, describing the move as a hasty reform in the face of what it called the administration’s failure to adequately strengthen the Nigeria Police Force (NPF). Recall that the Senate passed the bill on June 24, 2026, following its earlier approval by the House of Representatives, paving the way for a decentralised policing system aimed at addressing the shortcomings of the current centralised structure. Speaking with newsmen in Abuja,…

“Govs. must be held accountable if insecurity persists under state police” – Uba Sani

June 26, 2026June 26, 2026 Aminu Imam

Governor of Kaduna State, Senator Uba Sani, has stated that state governments should be held responsible if insecurity continues after the establishment of state police. Responding to a question during a television programme on accountability, the governor acknowledged that responsibility would shift closer to the states. When asked: “If insecurity continues after state police becomes operational, who do you think we should blame? Who do you think Nigerians should hold accountable?”, Uba Sani’s response made it clear that governors cannot shy away from responsibility under such a system. He emphasized…

US reveals identities of Nigerians, companies financing terrorism

June 25, 2026June 25, 2026 Aminu Imam

The United States has identified a Nigerian citizen and three Nigerian companies among individuals and organisations it alleges are involved in financing activities linked to the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS). The action was announced by U.S. Department of State spokesperson, Thomas Pigott, who said the latest sanctions target three individuals and six entities accused of helping move funds for ISIS operations across different parts of the world. The designations cover individuals and companies operating in France, Syria, Türkiye and Nigeria. According to the U.S. government, the Nigerian…

Insecurity: CAN directs churches to suspend late-night activities

June 25, 2026June 25, 2026 Aminu Imam

The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), Oyo State chapter, has directed its members in the 33 local government areas to suspend late-night activities amid a growing wave of insecurity. The directive comes on the heels of recent cases of kidnapping and other vices in the state. Recall that the reported case of the abduction of 47 teachers and students at both Yawota and Ahoro Esienle communities in Oriire local government area of the state. CAN, in a communiqué jointly signed by the Chairman, Rev. Elisha Ogundiya, and the Secretary, Very…