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Our Reporter, Abuja The Nigerian Army has dismissed reports alleging that more than 40 soldiers were killed during recent terrorist attacks in parts of Borno State, describing the claim as exaggerated and misleading. In a statement on Saturday, the Media Information Officer of the Joint Task Force (North East), Operation Hadin Kai, Lt. Col. Sani Uba, said the report, published by Sahara Reporters, relied on unverified sources and presented a distorted account of the incident. According to the Army, the attacks occurred when remnants of Boko Haram insurgents, who had earlier been dislodged from the Sambisa Forest during sustained military…
Ben Ezechime, Enugu The Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, has praised Senator Osita Ngwu, representing Enugu West in the National Assembly, for instituting a robust scholarship programme aimed at empowering his constituents. Akpabio gave the commendation during the launch of the 2025/2026 Scholarship Programme of Senator Osita Ngwu, held at the International Conference Centre (ICC), Enugu. The Senate President said the senator was shaping the future of youths by investing in their education, describing the initiative as a worthy investment. He announced a personal donation of N100 million to support the educational and empowerment initiatives of Senator Ngwu. Akpabio also challenged…
Stephen Ukandu, Umuahia Vice President Kashim Shettima has said the Federal Government has deployed additional tactical assets and intelligence-driven reinforcements to areas affected by the recent insurgent attacks in Borno State. In a statement on Saturday, Shettima assured that the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu would not be intimidated by what he described as cowardly attempts by terrorists to undermine the peace and unity of the country. He reaffirmed the government’s commitment to protecting the lives and property of Nigerians, stressing that the nation would not surrender any part of its territory to criminal elements. “The events of the…
Stephen Ukandu, Umuahia Amid the growing national debate over the creation of state police, the Ndigbo Worldwide Union has called for the restoration of regional police, describing state policing as a “dangerous distraction” that could be abused by state governors. The group made its position known in a statement jointly signed by its President, Mazi Ben Nwankwo, and Secretary, Chief Charles Edemuzo. While acknowledging the recent directive by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for constitutional amendments to allow state policing, the group argued that Nigeria’s security challenges would be better addressed through a return to the regional policing structure that existed…
…As Wabara flags off membership e-registration in Abia Stephen Ukandu, Umuahia Deputy National Secretary of the main opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Chief Richard Nnanna Ihediwa, has said the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) should not expect electoral support from the South-East in the 2027 general elections after “superintending the jailing of the region’s son,” Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB). Kanu was arrested in Kenya and forcibly rendered to Nigeria in 2021 under former President Muhammadu Buhari, and was later sentenced to life imprisonment in November 2025 by Justice James Omotosho. Speaking at the…
Our Reporter, Abuja The Rule of Law and Accountability Advocacy Centre (RULAAC) has called for the immediate release of a Nigerian soldier, Lance Corporal Rotimi Olamilekan, reportedly detained after posting a video on social media in which he expressed frustration over the welfare and working conditions of troops fighting insurgency. In a statement issued on Saturday and signed by its Executive Director, Okechukwu Nwanguma, the organisation said it received reports that the soldier was arrested and detained after sharing a video highlighting the challenges faced by frontline personnel. According to RULAAC, Olamilekan, who identified himself in the video with service…
By Owei Lakemfa The on-going invasion of Iran by the United States, US and Israel, coupled with the zeal of the European Union and Britain to appease President Donald Trump as he turns the international world order upside down, reminds me of Adolf Hitler. After the First World War in 1917 in which about 20 million died, the leaders of the human race vowed that such carnage would not be allowed to repeat itself. They developed an international world order with emphasis on peace, international rules of engagement, social justice and sovereignty of peoples. These were contained in the June…
Stephen Ukandu, Umuahia Governor Alex Otti has approved the payment of 10 years’ pension arrears owed to surviving retirees of the Abia State Agricultural Development Programme (ADP), bringing relief to workers who retired between 2000 and 2010. The decision followed a humanitarian appeal by the affected retirees under the platform, Surviving Abia ADP Retirees 2000–2010. Their petition was submitted through the Office of the Ombudsman/Public Complaints in collaboration with the Office of the Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice. Employment under the ADP was originally non-pensionable when the programme was created. It was not until 2011 that the Abia State…
Ike Nnachi, Abakaliki The Francis Nwifuru-led Ebonyi State Government has ordered the destruction of all shrines and deities in the Amasiri community following violent clashes with the neighbouring Okporojo community. Governor Nwifuru issued the directive after an expanded security council meeting at the Old Government House in Abakaliki, the state capital. The meeting reviewed the worsening security situation arising from the boundary dispute between Amasiri and Okporojo communities. Nwifuru directed stakeholders in Amasiri to identify the locations of all shrines in the area to enable security agencies to supervise their demolition. “The council has also directed that all the shrines…
Stephen Ukandu, Umuahia A traditional ruler from Rivers State, the monarch of Rumuevuorlu community in Obi/Akpor Local Government Area, Eze Prof. Christian Akani, has said whoever succeeds Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, will face a daunting task matching his achievements. Akani made the remark during a royal visit to Governor Otti at the Government House, Umuahia. The monarch said Otti had changed the narrative in Abia and restored pride among the people, describing him as a visionary and dogged leader. “Some people may not understand the depth of my happiness. I am aware of the series of permutations that took…