The All Progressives Congress (APC) has issued a sharp rebuke to Tanimu Turaki, the newly declared factional chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), following his call for foreign powers to intervene in Nigeria. Turaki, while addressing journalists amid the ongoing leadership crisis in his party, alleged a “Christian genocide” in the country and urged international actors to step in to “protect democracy.” In a statement released on Tuesday, APC spokesperson Felix Morka described Turaki’s remarks as “reckless and unpatriotic,” accusing the PDP leader of seeking external involvement in Nigeria’s internal political matters. The ruling party criticized Turaki’s comments as…
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Adamawa State Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to strengthening healthcare delivery across the state, assuring the Pharmaceutical Society of Nigeria (PSN) of full government support as preparations intensify for the association’s 2026 National Conference in Yola. Fintiri gave the assurance when he hosted the PSN national leadership, led by its president, Pharmacist Ayuba Tanko Ibrahim, at the Government House, Yola. He described pharmacists as indispensable to effective healthcare delivery and said his administration is committed to creating a conducive environment for pharmaceutical professionals. “We have always considered pharmacists among the most important parts of our hospital…
Borno State Governor, Professor Babagana Umara Zulum, has expressed confidence that the most devastating phase of the Boko Haram insurgency has passed, despite acknowledging a recent rise in attacks across the state. The governor made the remark on Wednesday during a meeting with the Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Shuaibu Waidi, at the headquarters of Operation Hadin Kai in Maiduguri. Reflecting on the security situation, Zulum said current challenges do not compare to the peak years of the insurgency, when communities suffered frequent and large-scale assaults. He noted that although isolated attacks persist, the overall security trajectory points…
The Muslim Public Affairs Centre (MPAC) has expressed deep concern over the recent escalation of violent attacks across the country, warning that Nigeria is “at a dangerous crossroads” and urgently needs firm and coordinated government action. In a statement issued on Wednesday and signed by its Executive Chairman, Disu Kamor, the organisation noted that the past week alone has seen a disturbing rise in terror-related incidents, reflecting a worsening national security situation. MPAC highlighted several major attacks recorded within days, including the killing of a Brigadier-General by ISWAP terrorists in the North-East, the abduction of 25 schoolgirls in Kebbi State…
Borno State Governor, Prof. Babagana Umara Zulum, has approved N1 billion to accelerate the take-off of the newly established Federal University of Agriculture and Entrepreneurship, Bama. The governor made the announcement while receiving an inter-ministerial delegation at the Government House in Maiduguri. The delegation included officials from the Federal Ministry of Education, the National Universities Commission (NUC), the Budget Office, and the Office of the Head of Service, who were in the state to assess facilities for the institution’s commencement. The university was established after President Bola Tinubu signed a bill sponsored by Senator Kaka Shehu Lawan into law on May 22,…
Adamawa State Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri has urged 100 postgraduate students awarded state scholarships to pursue their studies in Turkey to uphold discipline and represent the state with dignity. The governor’s message, delivered by his deputy, Professor Kaletapwa Farauta, came during a pre-departure orientation held on Monday at the Banquet Hall of Government House, Yola. Fintiri reiterated his administration’s commitment to strengthening the education sector through sustained investment in human capital development. He advised the beneficiaries to stay focused on their academic pursuits and avoid actions that could undermine their future. “You should always remember why you are in Turkey…
Troops of the Joint Task Force, Operation Enduring Peace, have uncovered a cache of weapons and ammunition after raiding a suspected gunrunners’ hideout in Fashoron Village, Daffo District, Bokkos Local Government Area of Plateau State. The operation, carried out on 13 November by personnel of Sector 2 (Sub-Sector 2) under Operation Enduring Peace, was part of ongoing efforts to curb armed criminal activities across the Joint Operations Area. According to military authorities, the suspects escaped moments before the troops arrived. A search of the hideout led to the recovery of an AK-47 rifle, an AK-47 magazine, a sub-machine gun, two…
The Muslim Public Affairs Centre (MPAC) has called on the National Assembly to enact a law that would criminalise the deliberate creation and circulation of unverified or fabricated information aimed at influencing foreign governments against Nigeria. In a statement issued on Friday and signed by its Executive Chairman, Disu Kamor, the organisation described the growing practice of exporting misinformation to foreign bodies as a “grave national security concern.” MPAC said such actions have caused “reputational, diplomatic, economic and social damage” to the country. The organisation said individuals and groups driven by sectional, political or separatist motives increasingly rely on unreliable or…
Troops of the Joint Task Force (JTF) North East Operation Hadin Kai have rescued 74 National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members stranded along the Buratai–Kamuya road in Borno State. The incident, as made known by the army, occurred at about 9:05 p.m. on Tuesday after the corps members’ vehicles broke down near a forested area reportedly used as a Boko Haram crossing point. Military officials said CCTV surveillance detected unusual movement involving three buses, prompting the immediate deployment of a patrol team to the scene. Upon arrival, troops discovered 36 male and 38 female corps members whose vehicles had developed…
In a move aimed at strengthening youth and sports development across Nigeria and West Africa, the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Youth and Sports Development Centre (EYSDC) has entered into a strategic partnership with Nellyval Group. The collaboration was announced during a courtesy visit by a delegation from the Nigeria Unconquered Foundation (NUF) and ECOWAS Youth and Sports Development Centre to the Apapa office of Nellyval Group in Lagos. Receiving the delegation on behalf of the company’s Chairman, Mr. Valentine Anele, Nellyval Group’s Executive Director, Dr. Goodness Anele, formally opened discussions on the partnership. She emphasized the company’s growing…