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Our Reporter, Abuja The United States has carried out coordinated air strikes against Islamic State (IS) targets in North-Western Nigeria, in what both Washington and Abuja describe as a joint counter-terrorism operation. US President Donald Trump announced the strikes, calling them “powerful and deadly,” and said the US military had carried out “numerous perfect strikes” against what he described as IS fighters. Trump accused the group of killing innocent Christians and said the US would not allow “Radical Islamic Terrorism to prosper.” US Africa Command (Africom) later confirmed that the strikes took place on Thursday in Sokoto State and were…
Our Reporter, Abuja The spokesperson to former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, Paul Ibe, has criticised the administration of President Bola Tinubu, accusing it of misplaced priorities and urging the government to focus on issues Nigerians consider more urgent. Ibe was reacting to a statement by the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, who dismissed as “fake news” reports suggesting that President Tinubu planned to replace his Chief of Staff, Femi Gbajabiamila, with former Lagos State Head of Service, Hakeem Muri-Okunola. In a post on X (formerly Twitter) on Thursday, Ibe downplayed the significance of the…
Stephen Ukandu, Umuahia Aloy Ejimakor, legal consultant to the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, has reacted to the revocation of bail earlier granted to the former Minister of Justice and Attorney General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami. Malami was recently quizzed by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) over alleged re-looting of recovered “Abacha loot.” The EFCC reportedly withdrew Malami’s bail, accusing the former AGF of violating the conditions attached to it. However, Malami’s media aide, Mohammed Bello Doka, in a statement, claimed that the bail revocation stemmed solely from his attendance at…
Our Reporter, Abuja The Presidency has dismissed as false reports circulating on social media that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has replaced his Chief of Staff, Hon. Femi Gbajabiamila, with the Principal Private Secretary, Hakeem Muri-Okunola. In a statement issued on Thursday, the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, described the claim as a “viral falsehood” with no basis in fact. According to the statement, Gbajabiamila remains the Chief of Staff to the President, while Muri-Okunola continues to serve in his role as Principal Private Secretary. “There is absolutely no truth to this story. We advise…
Our Reporter, Abuja President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has urged Nigerians to embrace peace, religious tolerance, and unity as Christians across the country celebrate Christmas, reaffirming his administration’s commitment to safeguarding freedom of worship and national stability. In his 2025 Christmas goodwill message released on Wednesday, the President called on citizens to reflect on the significance of the birth of Jesus Christ and His message of grace, hope, peace, and goodwill to humanity. “Beyond the celebration and festivities of this season, Christmas reminds us to reflect on the significance of Jesus Christ’s birth and his message of salvation as the Prince…
By Azu Ishiekwene I intended to write about something else, but changed my mind halfway through. Apart from making New Year’s resolutions a habit, which nearly half of adult Americans engage in, another common feature of this time of year in many parts of the world is making predictions. It’s as hazardous as knowing a baby’s sex before birth used to be before the 20th century. But somehow, I’ve managed to make yearly forecasts over the last five years without eating too many humble pies. Before retiring the idea, I thought about something different, as you wind down what has…
Ike Nnachi, Abakaliki The Governor of Ebonyi State, Francis Nwifuru, has called on Christians to use the Christmas season to pray for improved security, economic growth, and harmony among Nigerians. In his Christmas message, Governor Nwifuru said the season underscores the need for peaceful coexistence, forgiveness, unity, and placing the collective good above personal interests. “As we celebrate the glorious birth of our Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ, my heart is filled with gratitude, hope, and deep reflection,” he said. “Christmas is a powerful reminder of God’s boundless love—a season when heaven touched the earth and redemption was freely given…
Some worshippers were killed while others sustained injuries on Wednesday evening when a bomb exploded during (Magrib prayers) evening prayer at a mosque in Gamborun Market, Maiduguri. DSP Nahum Daso, the police spokesman, Borno Police Command, confirmed this in an interview with the the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Maiduguri. Daso said the explosion was perfected by a suspected suicide bomber at 6:15 p.m. while some Muslim faithful were observing congregational prayers. “Preliminary investigation indicates that the explosion was caused by a suicide bomber who struck during Magrib prayers,” he said. According to him, the blast killed some worshippers…
Our Reporter, Abuja Human rights activist and former presidential candidate Omoyele Sowore has called on the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to comply with court order granting bail to former Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami (SAN). In a post shared on X on Wednesday, Sowore stressed that he “will never support extrajudicial measures against anyone,” urging the anti-graft agency to respect the rule of law in Malami’s case. However, Sowore also used the opportunity to highlight what he described as “the despicable conduct” of the Muhammadu Buhari administration and Malami’s tenure, accusing them of…
Our Reporter, Abuja Lawyers of Civil Liberties (LACIVLER Development Foundation) has issued a pre-action notice to the National Assembly, raising concerns that the Tax Laws 2025 currently gazetted and slated for enforcement may differ from the version harmonised and passed by both chambers of the legislature. Legalify Attorneys, Solicitors & Arbitrators in a letter dated December 22, 2024 and signed by Victor Opatola Esq., which was received by the National Assembly on December 23, 2025, said it is acting on behalf of Lawyers for Civil Liberty (LACIVLER Development Foundation), its members, Mr. Emmanuel Orjih, and other concerned Nigerians. The notice…