The House of Representatives on Wednesday moved to secure a total waiver of outstanding COVID-19 survival loans owed by vulnerable households and micro-businesses, following the adoption of a motion under Matters of Urgent Public Importance. The motion, sponsored by Rt. Hon. Saeed Musa Abdullahi (SMA), Member representing Bida/Gbako/Katcha Federal Constituency, called on the Federal Government to take immediate humanitarian action in light of worsening economic hardship and widespread inability of beneficiaries to repay the loans issued during the pandemic. Abdullahi recalled that the Federal Government, through the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) and NIRSAL Microfinance Bank (NMFB), launched the COVID-19…
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Troops of the 6 Brigade, Nigerian Army/Sector 3 Operation Whirl Stroke, have rescued a kidnapped victim during a swift operation in Yaja Village, Lau Local Government Area of Taraba State. The rescue was confirmed in a statement released to journalists in Jalingo on Thursday by the Brigade’s acting spokesperson, Lt. Umar Muhammad. According to the statement, the operation took place on 11 December 2025 after soldiers deployed at Maraba Apawa received credible intelligence from good Samaritans regarding the movement of suspected kidnappers in the area. Acting on the tipoff, troops launched a rapid-response pursuit, mounting pressure that forced the kidnappers…
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) in Adamawa State has dismissed a viral social media report alleging that its operatives seized a Police Hilux vehicle. In a statement issued on Thursday by the Command’s Public Relations Officer, Abdulrahman H. Tukur, the FRSC described the allegation as “false, baseless, and entirely misleading.” The Command clarified that no Police vehicle—Hilux or otherwise—was seized, impounded or detained by its personnel at any time. It added that the FRSC maintains a strong and cooperative relationship with the Nigeria Police Force in the state, noting that both agencies continue to work closely to promote public…
The Edo State Government has demolished several properties in Uromi, Esan North-East Local Government Area, after security operatives linked the buildings to cult activities and other criminal acts. The move is part of a renewed crackdown on kidnapping, cultism and related crimes across the state. The demolitions, according to a release issued by the Chief Press Secretary to the state governor, Dr. Patrick Akhere Ebojele, the demolition follow a major security operation on 17 November 2025, carried out by the State’s Special Security Squad in collaboration with the Nigerian Army and other agencies. During the said raid, 31 suspects were…
The Muslim Public Affairs Centre (MPAC) has criticised a recent visit by a United States congressional delegation to Nigeria, accusing members of conducting what it described as “sectarian” and “biased” consultations. In a statement issued on Tuesday, the organisation focused its concerns on U.S. Congressman Riley Moore, who has previously amplified claims of “Christian genocide” in Nigeria. According to MPAC, Moore wrote on X that he visited “in the name of the Lord and on behalf of the American people,” highlighting meetings with Catholic bishops Wilfred Anagbe and Isaac Dugu, as well as Tiv traditional ruler James Ioruza, during a…
The 23 Brigade of the Nigerian Army has rejected media reports claiming that women protesters were shot by troops under the Brigade Commander’s escort during communal clashes in Lamurde Local Government Area, Adamawa State. In a statement on Tuesday, Captain Olusegun Abidoye, Acting Assistant Director of Army Public Relations, described the reports as “baseless, entirely misleading, and an attempt to smear the image of the Brigade and its Commander.” He clarified that neither the Brigade Commander nor his escorts were at the scene, as the Commander was participating virtually in the Chief of Army Staff’s weekly operational briefing at the time.…
Troops of the Nigerian Army’s 6 Brigade/Sector 3 Operation Whirl Stroke have thwarted a robbery attempt, rescued abducted travellers, and recovered arms in a string of coordinated operations across Taraba State. The Brigade’s Acting Spokesperson, Lt. Umar Muhammad, disclosed the operations in a statement issued on Monday. According to the statement, the first incident occurred on 6 December 2025 in Manya, Takum Local Government Area, where soldiers responded to a distress call after armed robbers barricaded the Manya–Takum Road and began robbing commuters. “The troops launched a rapid clearance operation, forcing the criminals to flee and abandon their weapons. An…
Borno State Governor, Prof. Babagana Umara Zulum, on Saturday reaffirmed his administration’s unwavering support for the Nigerian Army during a visit to troops of the 25 Task Force Brigade in Damboa, a front-line community in the state’s ongoing fight against Boko Haram and ISWAP insurgents. Addressing officers and soldiers at the military base, Zulum commended their “giant effort and supreme sacrifice” in protecting Borno’s citizens. The governor sympathized with the brigade over a recent insurgent attack that claimed the lives of several personnel, describing the incident as a “painful setback.” “On behalf of the government and good people of Borno…
The Muslim Public Affairs Centre (MPAC) has criticised the Nigeria High Commission in London over its choice of venues for the December 2025 Passport Intervention Exercise, alleging that all selected locations are churches owned by, affiliated with, or originally founded by the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG). In a statement released on Saturday, MPAC Executive Chairman, Disu Kamor, said the organisation reviewed the High Commission’s announcement and found that each of the seven host cities will use a facility linked to RCCG — even where the churches no longer explicitly include “RCCG” in their names. MPAC described the decision…
The Commander of 6 Brigade, Nigerian Army/Sector 3 of Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS), Brigadier General Kingsley Uwa Chidiebere, has cautioned soldiers under his command against complacency and arrogance, stressing that such conduct undermines the core values of military service. General Chidiebere issued the warning on Wednesday in Jalingo, Taraba State, during the decoration ceremony of 42 newly promoted personnel, including an Army Warrant Officer (AWO). He urged the beneficiaries to demonstrate humility, dedication, and integrity as they take on their new roles, describing the high number of promotions within the brigade as a rare privilege. The commander also commended the…