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The Adamawa State Government has mandated the closure of all public and private boarding schools in the state. This decision, announced in a statement by the state Commissioner for Education and Human Development, Dr. Umar Pella, is aimed at preventing further incidents of student abductions, similar to those recently reported in Niger and Kebbi states. Dr. Pella’s statement highlighted the alarming trend of boarding secondary schools becoming targets for criminal activities, prompting Governor Ahmadu Fintiri to take this precautionary measure. As a result, all boarding schools are to operate as day schools for the time being, and school principals and…

The Catholic Archbishop of Lagos, Most Rev. Dr. Alfred Adewale Martins, has expressed grave concerns over the escalating security crisis in Nigeria, calling for urgent action to address the threats posed by terrorists and their sponsors. In a recent statement, he highlighted the alarming rise in incidents of kidnappings, particularly those involving students, which he likened to the notorious abduction of the Chibok girls in 2014. Archbishop Martins pointed to the recent killing of General Muhammad Uba and an attack on worshippers in Kwara State as stark indicators of the deteriorating security situation. He questioned the safety of ordinary citizens…

The recent closure of several secondary schools across Nigeria, as announced by Hajiya Binta Abdulkadir on behalf of the Honourable Minister, is a precautionary measure aimed at safeguarding students amid rising security concerns. This decision follows alarming incidents of student abductions, notably in Kebbi and Niger State, highlighting the ongoing threats to educational institutions in the region. The affected schools, primarily located in the Northwest, Northeast, and North Central zones, include a mix of Federal Government Colleges and Federal Technical Colleges. The principals of these institutions have been instructed to implement the closure immediately to prevent any potential security breaches.…

The recent video of Nnamdi Kanu, the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), has sparked significant discussions among Nigerians, particularly due to his emotional display. Reno Omokri, a former aide to the president, highlighted this moment on social media, noting that it was the first time he had seen Kanu express such vulnerability. Kanu’s legal troubles have been severe, as the Federal High Court in Abuja has sentenced him to multiple prison terms, including life imprisonment for several counts related to terrorism. Specifically, he received life sentences for Counts 1, 4, 5, and 6, while Counts 3 and…

Gov. Nasir Idris of Kebbi has queried the withdrawal of military personnel from Government Girls Comprehensive Secondary School, Maga, shortly before the abduction of students by bandits. Idris raised the concern on Friday in Birnin Kebbi while receiving the President of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Mr Joe Ajaero, who paid him a sympathy visit over the incident. He said the situation was unfortunate, especially as the government had received intelligence reports on a planned attack and immediately convened a security meeting. As a responsive government, when we received intelligence on a possible attack, we summoned a security meeting. ”…

The recent abduction of students and teachers at St. Mary’s School in the Papiri community of Agwara Local Government Area, Niger State, has raised significant concerns. The incident occurred around 2 AM today, and while the exact number of victims is still being determined, officials are actively assessing the situation. Alhaji Abubakar Usman, the Secretary to the Niger State Government, confirmed the abduction and noted that security agencies are currently on the ground, including police tactical units and military personnel, who are conducting search-and-rescue operations in the surrounding forests. The state commissioner of police, Adamu Abdullahi Ellema, also verified the…

The recent congressional hearing by the United States House of Representatives Subcommittee focused on the urgent need for the Nigerian government to take stronger actions against the escalating insecurity and the targeted violence against Christians in the country. This hearing underscored the broader imperative of preventing genocide worldwide. During the session, U.S. Congressman Riley Moore met with a high-level Nigerian delegation led by National Security Adviser Mallam Nuhu Ribadu, along with other security and intelligence chiefs. The discussions highlighted the necessity for the Nigerian government to enhance its protection of citizens’ lives, particularly in light of the alarming statistics showing…

The Senate Adhoc Committee on South-East/North East of the Senate National Security Summit 2025 has expressed its commitment to restoring peace and security in the South East region of Nigeria. Senator Austin Akobundu, the committee’s chairman, made this declaration during a security summit held in Enugu, which focused on enhancing Nigeria’s national security architecture through innovation, collaboration, and resilience. The summit brought together a diverse group of stakeholders, including traditional and religious leaders, community representatives, security agencies, and civil society organizations. Akobundu emphasized the National Assembly’s role in fostering inter-agency collaboration among security forces and assured that necessary resources would…

Nnamdi Kanu, the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), has been sentenced to life in prison on terrorism-related charges by a Nigerian court. Judge James Omotosho found that Kanu, who also holds British citizenship, incited violence against security officials and civilians in Nigeria, particularly during protests. The judge characterized Kanu as an “international terrorist,” emphasizing that his actions constituted clear threats of violence. Kanu, 58, represented himself during the trial after dismissing his legal team and was removed from the courtroom for unruly behavior. He previously faced multiple charges, including treasonable felony, and was initially arrested in 2015.…

The House of Representatives has initiated an investigation into the actions of officers from the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) following the alleged killing of a 16-year-old boy, Emmanuel George, during a raid in Okpuje-Ilueha, Edo State. This decision was made after a motion of urgent public importance was presented by Majority Leader Prof. Julius Ihonvbere during a plenary session. Ihonvbere described the incident, which occurred on October 27, 2025, as a tragic event that has left the community in mourning. He reported that the NDLEA officers were in the area attempting to apprehend a suspect named Abiodun Omage.…