Leah Sharibu, who was abducted along with other school girls in 2018, remains in captivity years after her abduction. Although some of the girls were later released, reports indicate that Leah, a Christian, refused to renounce her faith despite pressure from her captors. Her decision has led many people to describe her as a courageous […]
Hundreds of Nigerians gathered in Lagos and other parts of the country on Democracy Day to protest worsening economic hardship, unemployment and insecurity. The demonstrators used the annual celebration of Nigeria’s democratic journey to express frustration over the current state of the country. Carrying placards and chanting slogans, protesters called on the government to take
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A retired Nigerian Army General, Rabe Abubakar, has died after being abducted by armed men in northwestern Nigeria, according to military authorities. Abubakar, who previously served as the Nigerian Army’s spokesperson, was kidnapped alongside his wife while travelling through Katsina State in late May. Reports indicate that the couple and their driver were attacked and
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It is quite unfortunate and surprising to hear reports that retired army General Tukur Buratai has stated that insecurity under the APC and President Bola Tinubu’s administration is at its lowest level since the president assumed office in 2023. Somehow, many Nigerians may find such a statement difficult to accept given the ongoing security challenges
The beheading of a school teacher and the abduction of innocent school children and their teachers in Oyo State should serve as a wake-up call for the nation. In my opinion, the APC and President Bola Tinubu’s government have failed to adequately secure the lives and property of Nigerians, which many citizens may consider a
Extremist groups continue to strengthen their presence across parts of Africa, particularly in the Sahel, Somalia, and the Lake Chad Basin. Their growing ability to launch attacks, seize territory, and challenge government authority has raised concerns about regional stability and security. Despite these gains, analysts believe African militant groups remain far from achieving the kind
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In September 2021, Mr. Reno Omokri was among those Nigerians who reportedly called on ex-president Muhammadu Buhari to be removed from office following the kidnapping of students, according to reports at the time. Consistency is one of the qualities that makes any individual stand out in public life, and it is often used by the
Nigeria is facing increasing concern over insecurity, with reports of citizens being abducted or going missing without clear explanations. These incidents are deepening public anxiety and raising questions about safety across the country. Many Nigerians are expressing frustration that more needs to be done to address the situation. There is a growing sentiment that current
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Nigeria is increasingly being described by some critics as a country struggling with widespread kidnapping and insecurity, a perception that raises serious concern about the nation’s image and stability. Many Nigerians believe that the government has not done enough to protect lives and property in the face of ongoing attacks by terrorists and bandits, particularly
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Nigeria appears to be one of the few countries where terrorists and bandits can invade communities, chase and kill residents, including members of the armed forces, and the situation begins to look almost normal. What is happening in Nigeria today is deeply unfortunate. Both serving military generals and civilians continue to lose their lives to
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