50 Niger Schoolchildren Escape from Kidnappers
Fifty of the 315 students abducted from St. Mary's Catholic School in Niger State have escaped. Security forces continue search for remaining children. Read the latest updates.
Fifty of the 315 students abducted from St. Mary's Catholic School in Niger State have escaped. Security forces continue search for remaining children. Read the latest updates.
WTO DG Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala expresses deep sorrow over the killings and kidnappings of students and teachers in northern Nigeria. Read more on the security crisis and its impact on education.
Nigerian singer Mr Real's disturbing dream about bandits entering Lagos has gone viral, sparking security concerns. With 70% of his dreams coming true, Nigerians are worried. Read reactions.
Catholic Diocese confirms 315 students and teachers kidnapped in Niger state. Government denies school closure order as security agencies launch rescue operations.
Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria and APC elders call on President Tinubu to take urgent security measures following bandit attacks in Kwara State. Read full details.
Catholic Bishop Mark Maigida Nzukwein condemns the Federal Government's silence over deadly attacks in Taraba. Over 70 killed, 10,000 displaced. Urgent action demanded.
Former LG chairman and community leader raise alarm over fresh attacks in Taraba's Bissaula, urging state government to deploy security and sustain fragile peace efforts.
Federal Government orders immediate closure of 47 unity colleges following attacks in Kebbi and Niger states. 25 schoolgirls abducted, vice principal killed. Read full details.
Katsina State orders immediate closure of all public schools due to escalating insecurity. Learn about the recent attacks and government response. Stay informed.
US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth meets Nigerian Security Advisor Nuhu Ribadu, demanding urgent action against Christian persecution. Latest school kidnapping raises security concerns.
Benue State Government clarifies Governor Alia's comments on killings, saying they were misinterpreted. Government outlines security measures and commitment to protecting lives.
President Tinubu cancels his South Africa G20 Summit trip to address security crises in Kebbi and Kwara. Vice President Shettima leads delegation instead.
Niger state government confirms abduction at St. Mary's School in Agwara after intelligence reports warned of threats. Security agencies launch rescue operation.
US Congressman Bill Huizenga criticizes President Tinubu's administration for failing to address worsening insecurity in Nigeria during House subcommittee hearing.
Former legislators dismiss calls for President Tinubu's resignation following Kebbi and Kwara attacks, praising his security response. Group condemns politicization of national tragedies.
The Obong of Calabar cancels birthday festivities in solidarity with victims of violence in Kebbi, Zamfara, and Kwara states. A powerful gesture of national unity.
Former Communications Minister Isa Pantami condemns rising attacks in northern states, urges security agencies to adopt technology-driven solutions. Read his recommendations.
Kwara State government orders temporary school closure in five LGAs following deadly bandit attack on Eruku church. Security operations underway to restore safety.
Federal High Court convicts ISWAP leader Hussaini Ismaila for 2012 Kano police attacks. DSS prosecution secures 20-year sentence with rehabilitation order. Read details.
Former presidential candidates Rotimi Amaechi and Peter Obi criticize Tinubu's administration for lacking political will to tackle killings, kidnappings, and terrorist attacks across Nigeria. Read their urgent security demands.
Catholic Diocese of Wukari reports renewed violent attacks in Southern Taraba communities, with over 50 deaths and 300,000 displaced. Urgent government intervention needed.
Kwara State government orders immediate closure of schools in four local government areas following deadly church attack that left 3 dead, 35 abducted. Governor seeks military reinforcement.
Muslim Public Affairs Centre warns of escalating violence across Nigeria as kidnappings and killings surge. Government urged to take immediate action to protect citizens.
Former Minister Rotimi Amaechi criticizes federal government's failure to curb killings and kidnappings, offers Rivers State's support to President Tinubu amid nationwide attacks.
Former Minister Rotimi Amaechi condemns Nigeria's worsening security crisis, says government lacks political will to stop killings. Offers assistance to President Tinubu.
Abuja court sentences ISWAP leader Hussaini Ismaila to 20 years imprisonment for coordinating 2012 Kano police station attacks. Justice served after 8-year legal process.
A Federal High Court in Abuja has sentenced ISWAP commander Hussaini Ismaila to 20 years imprisonment for coordinating the 2012 Kano police station attacks. Read the full details of the long-delayed trial.
Senator Rabiu Kwankwaso warns of Nigeria's dangerous insecurity escalation, citing school kidnappings and a Brigadier's killing. Urges urgent Federal Government action.
Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim reveals Federal Government has lost operational control of Northern Nigeria security as terrorists expand attacks to Kwara and Kebbi states.
Christian Association of Nigeria insists systematic genocide against Christians continues in Northern regions. Archbishop Okoh demands government action amid rising violence and displacement.