Hot Source
- All News
- April 4, 2025
- 1 views
Obi decries Plateau killings, calls for urgent govt action
Former presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Mr. Peter Obi, has expressed deep concern over the recent spate of attacks in Bokkos Local Government Area of Plateau State. He lamented the incident where several communities were thrown into mourning following the killing of entire families in what he described as “yet another senseless attack.”
Read More
Former presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Mr. Peter Obi, has expressed deep concern over the recent spate of attacks in Bokkos Local Government Area of Plateau State. He lamented the incident where several communities were thrown into mourning following the killing of entire families in what he described as “yet another senseless attack.”
- All News
- April 4, 2025
- 1 views
Veteran Bollywood star Manoj Kumar dies at 87
Indian actor Manoj Kumar, known for his roles in Hindi-language films with patriotic themes, died on Friday at the age of 87. The death of the man dubbed “Bharat” Kumar — a reference to the ancient Sanskrit word for India, steeped in Hindu religious symbolism — sparked tributes from across the country. Kumar, who was
Read More
Indian actor Manoj Kumar, known for his roles in Hindi-language films with patriotic themes, died on Friday at the age of 87. The death of the man dubbed “Bharat” Kumar — a reference to the ancient Sanskrit word for India, steeped in Hindu religious symbolism — sparked tributes from across the country. Kumar, who was
- Hot News
- April 4, 2025
- 1 views
Your Days are Numbered, Military Tells Notorious Bandit Leader, Bello Turji
Your Days are Numbered, Military Tells Notorious Bandit Leader, Bello Turji
Linus Aleke in Abuja
The High Command of the Nigerian military yesterday told the notorious bandit leader, Bello Turji, to prepare to meet his maker, as his days are already numbered.
The military also stressed that troops deployed to various operational theatres are still hunting down high-value terrorist leaders across all theatres.
The Director of Defence Media Operations, Major General Markus Kangye, said this while fielding questions from reporters during the bi-weekly briefing at the Defence Headquarters (DHQ) in Abuja.
Responding to questions on whether the troops had downscaled their operations against cattle rustling and wanted bandit leaders, General Kangye said no.
According to him, “The troops are still hunting down high-value terrorist leaders. Some of them were also eliminated within the first quarter of 2025. As for Bello Turji, we will soon fix an appointment for him with his maker.”
Regarding the viral complaints about rationing food to frontline troops, the director stated that those pushing this narrative aim to discredit the military and dampen troop morale.
He said: “The issue of troops not being well taken care of on the frontline is not true. I can also authoritatively tell you that the services headquarters and the Nigerian Armed Forces are taking good care of the sick and wounded.”
“Some of those who require medical evacuation abroad are taken abroad for medical treatment, fully funded by the military. Some went to Egypt, Turkey, and India, and as we speak, some are still there receiving medical attention.”
“Also, in 2024, the Nigerian Army allocated free houses to our wounded-in-action soldiers in an estate built by the Nigerian Army in Idu, Abuja.
“So, when you talk about the welfare of soldiers, don’t listen to narratives that are made to discredit the efforts of the Nigerian Armed Forces. We say no to such narratives.”
He also revealed that troops from Operation Delta Safe uncovered and dismantled 122 illegal refining sites in the first quarter of 2025.
He said: “During the quarter, Operation Delta Safe foiled oil theft worth over N7 billion. The breakdown indicates 6,290,437 litres of stolen crude oil, 1,319,350 litres of illegally refined AGO, 6,130 litres of DPK and 4,545 litres of PMS.
“Additionally, troops discovered and destroyed 257 crude oil cooking ovens, 128 dugout pits, 192 boats, 138 storage tanks, 236 drums and 122 illegal refining sites. Other items recovered include barges, speedboats, pumping machines, drilling machines and over 90 vehicles.”
Linus Aleke in Abuja The High Command of the Nigerian military yesterday told the notorious bandit leader, Bello Turji, to prepare to meet his maker, as his days are already numbered.
- Hot News , Local News
- April 4, 2025
- 1 views
‘Sue Me, Let’s Cross That Bridge’ —Senator Natasha Dares Akpabio Over Assassination Allegation
Akpoti-Uduaghan said she was aware that Akpabio was considering legal action in response to her claims. ArticlesRead More
- Sports
- April 4, 2025
- 1 views
CAF names two Nigerian referees for U-20 AFCON tournament
CAF names two Nigerian referees for U-20 AFCON tournament
- Biz & Economy
- April 4, 2025
- 1 views
European organization offers job opportunities with work visa sponsorships for international applicants
CERN, Conseil Européen pour la Recherche Nucléaire, also known as the European Organization for Nuclear Research, has announced numerous job openings across its Geneva campus for a range of positions,…
- Football
- April 4, 2025
- 1 views
Oparaku: ‘Benched After Spain Win, Denied More Minutes At France ’98—My Worst Career Moment’
Diminutive former Nigeria defender, Mobi Oparaku, has revealed, with deep regret, that playing for only 70 minutes during the Super Eagles’ campaign at the France ’98 World Cup was the…
- Football
- April 4, 2025
- 1 views
Two Nigerian Referees For 2025 U-20 AFCON
Two Nigerian referees, Aminu Shamtali Shuaibu and Muhammadu Yakubu have been picked by the Confederation of African Football, CAF, for the 2025 Africa U-20 Cup of Nations. Shuaibu and Yakubu’s…
- Biz & Economy
- April 4, 2025
- 1 views
Top 10 Nigerian stockbrokers by transaction value in Q1 2025
Based on the value of shares transacted from January 1, 2025, to March 28, 2025, this article features the top ten stockbrokers in Nigeria The post Top 10 Nigerian stockbrokers…
- Uncategorized
- April 4, 2025
- 0 views
Tinubu asked to declare state of emergency in Zamfara over insecurity, political repression
The United Democratic Coalition, UDC, has called on President Bola Tinubu to immediately declare a state of emergency in Zamfara, citing worsening insecurity and a breakdown of democratic order in the state. The demand was contained in a statement on Friday, signed by Abdulrahman Danladi, president of the coalition. Danladi described Zamfara as “a state
Tinubu asked to declare state of emergency in Zamfara over insecurity, political repression
The United Democratic Coalition, UDC, has called on President Bola Tinubu to immediately declare a state of emergency in Zamfara, citing worsening insecurity and a breakdown of democratic order in the state.
The demand was contained in a statement on Friday, signed by Abdulrahman Danladi, president of the coalition.
Danladi described Zamfara as “a state under siege,” accusing the state government of abandoning its constitutional duty to protect lives and uphold democratic principles.
“The situation in Zamfara has gone from troubling to terrifying. Armed groups operate freely, citizens are at the mercy of bandits, and yet those elected to speak up are being silenced,” the statement read.
He was referring to the recent suspension of 10 lawmakers in the Zamfara State House of Assembly, whom he said were punished for raising concerns about insecurity and illegal mining in their constituencies.
“What we are witnessing is not just lawlessness, it is executive tyranny. These lawmakers were elected by the people and have a duty to speak out. Instead of listening to them, the state assembly, clearly acting on orders, has shut them down,” Danladi said.
He likened the political tension in Zamfara to the recent situation in Rivers State, where Governor Siminalayi Fubara governed with just four lawmakers after a split in the House of Assembly, a scenario that prompted calls for federal intervention.
“If Rivers, with four lawmakers, sparked talks of emergency rule, how is Zamfara, with 10 suspended lawmakers and spiraling violence, not a national concern?” Danladi asked.
“The same standard must apply. Democracy is being murdered in Zamfara in broad daylight. If the federal government could consider intervening in Rivers, it must not turn a blind eye to the breakdown in Zamfara.”
“We are calling for a six-month state of emergency in Zamfara to allow security forces to take control, restore peace, and return the state to constitutional order.”
The group also demanded the immediate reinstatement of the suspended lawmakers and an investigation into what it called “executive interference” in the legislature.
“This is not the time for political correctness. It is the time for leadership. The people of Zamfara are under siege, both by bandits and by those who should be protecting them,” the statement added.
Zamfara, one of Nigeria’s most troubled states, continues to face persistent attacks from armed groups, with thousands displaced and dozens killed in the past year alone.
Tinubu asked to declare state of emergency in Zamfara over insecurity, political repression