By Disu Kamor In a shocking and brazen act of state-sponsored terrorism, Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was killed in a joint US-Israel strike on February 28, 2026, in Tehran. The operation, codenamed “Epic Fury” by the US and “Roaring Lion” by Israel, targeted Khamenei’s secure compound, also killing several senior officials and family members. The operation, which has sent shockwaves across the region, is the latest chapter in a decades-long saga of Western interference and betrayal in Iran. Seventy years ago, Iran was on the cusp of modernity that the West calls for today in Iran: women in…
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The Nigeria Police Force has expanded its counter-terrorism capacity following the completion of a specialised training programme designed to improve the operational readiness of officers serving in the Counter Terrorism Unit (CTU). The two-week Close Quarter Battle and Intelligence Analysis training programme was conducted in partnership with the British High Commission in Nigeria through the Office of the Counter Terrorism Regional Coordinator for West Africa. The initiative is part of ongoing efforts to strengthen the police force’s ability to combat terrorism, banditry and other serious crimes threatening national security. A total of 56 officers drawn from CTU formations across the…
The Edo State Government has presented cheques totaling N39 million to the families of nine deceased public servants under the State’s Group Life Insurance Scheme, in line with the provisions of the Contributory Pension Scheme (CPS). The cheques were presented on behalf of Governor Monday Okpebholo by the Head of Service, Dr. Anthony Okungbowa, who described the gesture as a reflection of the government’s commitment to the welfare of its workforce and their families, even after the employees’ death. Okungbowa said the payment demonstrates the administration’s dedication to meeting its financial obligations to workers and ensuring that families of deceased…
The Governor of Benue State, Hyacinth Iormem Alia, has condemned the killing of 12 people in communities within Kwande Local Government Area, describing the attack as barbaric and unacceptable. The governor’s reaction followed a deadly attack on Tyungu Jam and Mbaav communities located in the Yaav and Mbadura council wards of Kwande, where several residents were also injured. In a statement released on Friday by his Technical Adviser on Media, Publicity and Strategic Communication, Chief Solomon Iorpev, the governor expressed deep sorrow over the incident and extended his condolences to families who lost loved ones. Alia said the killings were…
The Muslim Public Affairs Centre (MPAC) has criticised allegations by Michael Freeman accusing Iran of sponsoring Islamic movements in Nigeria as part of a global network promoting terrorism, describing the claims as reckless and potentially harmful to the country’s fragile social harmony. In a statement released on Saturday and signed by its Executive Chairman, Disu Kamor, the organisation warned that such remarks could inflame religious tensions in a nation where peaceful coexistence among diverse communities remains critical to national stability. MPAC expressed concern that the allegations surfaced at a time of rising geopolitical tension in the Middle East, cautioning against…
In a gesture aimed at honouring fallen security personnel and promoting academic excellence, the Benue State Government has awarded scholarships to fifty-three children from fourteen families of deceased police officers and twenty-three students of Notre Dame Secondary School, Mkar, in Gboko Local Government Area. The scholarship presentation ceremony took place on Thursday, March 5, 2026, at Government College Makurdi, where Governor Hyacinth Alia said the initiative was designed to recognise the sacrifices of officers who lost their lives in the line of duty and to encourage young people to pursue excellence in education and character. Governor Alia stated that the…
Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo state, has unveiled plan to transform Ramat Park in Benin City into a major tourist attraction, as he inspected ongoing infrastructure projects across the Edo South Senatorial District. The governor toured the Ikpoba Hill flyover, erosion control works at Ramat Park, and the reconstruction of Sapele Road linking Okhatu, Etiosa, Iyanomo and Obaretin communities. He said the redevelopment of Ramat Park would go beyond traffic decongestion to reposition the area as a centre for leisure, tourism and economic activities. Addressing journalists at the project site, Okpebholo commended the pace of work and expressed optimism about…
Governor Dauda Lawal, has ordered the immediate abolition of cash collection of government revenue in Zamfara State, directing all Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) to adopt approved digital payment channels to enhance transparency and block leakages. The directive was announced during a town hall meeting on the Nigeria Tax Reform Acts 2025, organized by the Zamfara State Internal Revenue Service in Gusau. According to a statement issued by the governor’s spokesperson, Sulaiman Bala Idris, the event, themed “Diversifying Revenue Streams Under a New Tax Regime: Exploring Non-Tax Revenue Opportunities in Zamfara State,” brought together key stakeholders to deliberate on the…
The Muslim Public Affairs Centre (MPAC) has strongly condemned a reported joint military operation by the United States and Israel that allegedly resulted in the death of Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. In a statement released over the weekend, the Nigerian-based advocacy organization described the alleged operation—reportedly code-named “Epic Fury” and said to have taken place in Tehran—as “state-sponsored terrorism” and a “dangerous rupture in international order.” According to MPAC, the reported strike targeted the Iranian leader’s compound in Tehran and killed several senior officials, including his security adviser and the commander-in-chief of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC).…
The Nigeria Police Force has reassured citizens of sustained security vigilance across the country following rising geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and their potential global impact. Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, said the Force remains fully committed to protecting lives, property, and maintaining national peace. He emphasized that Nigeria’s internal security situation remains stable and firmly under control. In a directive issued to Commissioners of Police in all 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, the acting IGP ordered heightened surveillance and intelligence gathering nationwide, with particular focus on the North West, North East, and North Central zones. The…