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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…

Oyo: Monarch arrested over Orire school abduction

June 24, 2026June 24, 2026 Aminu Imam

A traditional ruler in Oriire local government area of Oyo state has allegedly been arrested in connection with ongoing investigations into the recent abduction of pupils, students and teachers in the area. Sources familiar with the matter claimed that the monarch, Oba Tajudeen Abioye, the Eleshi Ele of Esiele, was taken into custody following allegations linking him to individuals suspected to have played roles in the school abduction that affected communities around Ahoro-Esiele, Yawota and neighbouring settlements. The alleged development comes weeks after armed kidnappers invaded schools in Oriire LGA…

Niger: Lakurawa fighters impose marriage rules in community, fix ₦1,500 bride price

June 24, 2026June 24, 2026 Aminu Imam

Residents of Zugurma community in Borgu local government area of Niger State are living in fear after suspected members of the Lakurawa terrorist group reportedly imposed a set of strict social and religious regulations, including ordering families to marry off girls aged 15 years and above and fixing bride price at ₦1,500. The development is the latest indication of the growing influence of the armed group in parts of Niger State, where communities have increasingly reported sightings of heavily armed Lakurawa fighters enforcing their version of Islamic law and social…

ACF warns of anarchy, condemns Sunday Igboho’s quit notice to Fulani in Oyo

June 24, 2026June 24, 2026 Aminu Imam

The Arewa Consultative Forum (ACF) has warned that Nigeria could drift towards anarchy if the Federal Government fails to take decisive action against Yoruba nation agitator, Sunday Igboho, over his recent ultimatum directing Fulani residents to leave parts of Oyo State following the kidnapping of a pregnant woman and some of her relatives. In an issued statement signed by its National Publicity Secretary, Tukur Muhammad Baba, the Forum described the ultimatum as unconstitutional, dangerous and capable of aggravating the country’s already fragile security situation. The northern socio-cultural organisation said the…

Killings: “We’re ready for talks, or war, with Govt.” – Turji

June 23, 2026June 23, 2026 Aminu Imam

Notorious bandit kingpin, Bello Turji has stated that his group is open to negotiations with the government, but remains prepared for armed confrontation. According to reports, Turji stated this in a video recorded in Hausa, and dated June 20, 2026. The bandit leader also used the video to address the issue of possible peace talks with authorities, indicating a willingness to negotiate if the government chooses dialogue over military action. In the video, recorded in Hausa, dated June 20, 2026, the masked speaker, believed to be Turji, appeared alongside armed…

“Branding bandits as terrorists shuts door on peace talks” – Gumi

June 23, 2026June 23, 2026 Aminu Imam

Islamic cleric, Sheikh Ahmad Gumi has criticised the Federal Government’s classification of bandits as terrorists, warning that the move could escalate insecurity and eliminate opportunities for dialogue with the groups. Gumi made the remarks in a viral video, in which he criticised the classification of bandits as terrorists, warning that the move could worsen the security situation. According to the cleric, some bandit groups had previously shown a willingness to negotiate and should not have been labelled terrorists. “We don’t want to push them into terror beyond what they are…

LG Chairman dismisses viral reports of release of kidnapped victims

June 22, 2026June 22, 2026 Aminu Imam

Contrary to reports circulating on social and conventional media platforms that the kidnapped victims of Oorelope LGA has been released by their captors after Sunday Adeyemo, popularly known as ‘Sunday Igboho’ issued a 2-hour ultimatum to the kidnappers, the Oorelope LG chairman, Hon. Ogundiran Jacob Oluwale has dismissed such claims, describing the information as false and misleading”. In a statement issued yesterday, Executive Chairman of the council, Hon. Ogundiran Jacob Oluwale, said the abducted victims were still in captivity and urged residents to regard such cailms as unverified reports” The…

Okpebholo, Soludo challenge Fulani kidnapping narrative

June 22, 2026June 22, 2026 Aminu Imam

…Say local collaborators drive crime in Edo, Anambra Governors of Edo and Anambra states, Senator Monday Okpebholo and Chukwuma Soludo, have challenged the widespread perception that Fulani herders are primarily responsible for kidnappings and violent crimes in their states, insisting that many of those involved are local actors working within organized criminal networks. Speaking recently at the 2026 Ministers’ Conference organised by the Edo State chapter of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) in Benin City, Okpebholo said criminal activities in Edo are often carried out with the support of…