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KPRA Backs Kano Security Move Amid Defection Rumors

Kano People's Rights Alliance commends the state's enhanced security measures as Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf's rumored defection from NNPP to APC raises political tension. Read the full statement.

PANDEF Establishes Committee to Mediate Rivers Crisis

The Pan Niger Delta Forum (PANDEF) has urged calm in Rivers State and formed a high-level peace committee led by Chief Kanu Agabi to resolve the political impasse threatening the region's stability.

Pastor Arrested Over Alleged Plot to Kill Wike

Pastor Tombari Gbeneol arrested in Port Harcourt for allegedly plotting to assassinate FCT Minister Nyesom Wike. Police confirm investigation is ongoing amid Rivers political tension.

Trump Orders US Strikes on ISIS in Nigeria

US President Donald Trump announced deadly military strikes against ISIS terrorists in Northwest Nigeria on Christmas, citing attacks on Christians. Read the full details.

Zamfara Youths Attack Lawmaker Over Neglect

Angry residents of Dansadau, Zamfara, attacked state lawmaker Kabiru Mikailu, accusing him of poor representation and neglect amid banditry. Governor Lawal announced new projects during the tense visit.

Troops nab three arson suspects in Taraba

Nigerian Army troops arrest three men after arson attack in Karim, Taraba. Suspects gave false security affiliations. Read how the military prevented wider violence.

AfDB approves $500m loan for Nigeria's budget

African Development Bank approves $500 million budget support for Nigeria to boost non-oil revenues and energy sector reforms. Learn how this impacts Nigeria's economic growth.

US Congressman: Christians Persecuted in Nigeria

US Congressman declares severe Christian persecution in Nigeria, cites 17,000 deaths since 2019, questions US aid, and links crisis to Nnamdi Kanu's detention despite court orders.

US Lawmakers Divided Over Trump's Nigeria Actions

US Congress debates Trump's designation of Nigeria as Country of Particular Concern amid conflicting views on religious persecution. Key lawmakers disagree on characterization of violence.

Kebbi Chairman Denies US Lawmaker's Kidnap Claim

Kebbi LG chairman dismisses US lawmaker's claim that schoolgirls' abduction occurred in a Christian enclave, releases names of 25 Muslim students. Join the call for accurate reporting.

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