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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.

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.

US Restricts Visas for Nigerians Over Religious Freedom

The United States announces new visa restrictions targeting Nigerians accused of undermining religious freedom. Secretary of State Marco Rubio made the announcement on December 3. Learn the full details and implications.

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.

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.

Kebbi Names Abducted Schoolgirls, Counters US Claim

Kebbi State government publishes names of 25 abducted Muslim schoolgirls from Maga, countering a US lawmaker's claim of a Christian enclave. Officials urge calm and focus on rescue efforts.

Defence Chief-Soldier Call on Wike Clash Emerges

A leaked phone conversation reveals tensions between military and police during a confrontation involving Nyesom Wike. The soldier claims he was acting on Vice Admiral's orders.

Northern Nigeria's Religious Hypocrisy Exposed

A Nigerian author calls out the double standards of Northern Nigerian Muslims celebrating New York's Muslim mayor-elect while marginalizing Shia Muslims in their own region.

US Lawmakers Back Trump's Nigeria Religious Freedom Blacklist

Thirty-one US Congress members have endorsed former President Donald Trump's decision to place Nigeria on a religious freedom blacklist, citing alleged persecution of Christians in the country. The development signals growing international concern about r

Tinubu Govt Denies Christian Genocide Claims

The Nigerian government has strongly denied allegations of Christian genocide, labeling them as dangerous misinformation threatening national unity and security.

Nigeria Rejects US 'Country of Concern' Tag

The Federal Government vehemently rejects US redesignation of Nigeria as religious freedom 'Country of Concern,' dismissing claims as baseless misinformation in strong-worded rebuttal.

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