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Five soldiers killed in Sokoto terrorist attack
Troops of the Defence Headquarters Special Operations Brigade have neutralised six terrorists during a coordinated operation against Lakurawa terrorists in the Gudu Local Government Area of Sokoto State. According to a statement signed and made available to newsmen on Thursday by the Coordinator, Joint Media Coordination Centre, Operation Fansan Yamma, Lt Col Abubakar Abdullahi, the
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Troops of the Defence Headquarters Special Operations Brigade have neutralised six terrorists during a coordinated operation against Lakurawa terrorists in the Gudu Local Government Area of Sokoto State. According to a statement signed and made available to newsmen on Thursday by the Coordinator, Joint Media Coordination Centre, Operation Fansan Yamma, Lt Col Abubakar Abdullahi, the
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UN condemns mass killing of civilians in Borno, calls for accountability
The United Nations has denounced a recent mass slaughter of civilians in the Kukawa region of Borno State, Northeastern Nigeria. A statement from the UN’s Humanitarian Coordinator in Nigeria, Mohamed Malick, referred to the murder of at least 40 civilians in the Dumba community on 12 January 2025, allegedly by a non-state armed group, as
UN condemns mass killing of civilians in Borno, calls for accountability
The United Nations has denounced a recent mass slaughter of civilians in the Kukawa region of Borno State, Northeastern Nigeria.
A statement from the UN’s Humanitarian Coordinator in Nigeria, Mohamed Malick, referred to the murder of at least 40 civilians in the Dumba community on 12 January 2025, allegedly by a non-state armed group, as shocking.
The victims, mainly farmers and fishermen, were reportedly slain for supposedly violating a ban on agricultural activities imposed by a non-state armed group.
Malick expressed sympathy to the grieving families and hoped for a quick recovery for the injured, stating that the UN supports the people and the Government of Borno State.
He insisted that the murderers be revealed and held accountable to face the complete force of the law.
Malick stated, “Those armed individuals responsible for these assaults must be recognized and held accountable in adherence to both national and international human rights regulations.”
The statement included, “This recent assault serves as another somber reminder of the severe threats that civilians in conflict-impacted regions of Borno, Adamawa, and Yobe (BAY) states persistently endure in their fight for survival.
“In 2024, several assaults on civilians were documented.” In February 2024, it was reported that NSAGs supposedly kidnapped hundreds of internally displaced individuals (IDPs), with a significant number being women, boys, and girls in Ngala LGA, Borno State.
“The IDPs were said to have ventured outside the safety of the trenches encircling Ngala to search for firewood.”
“In June 2024, reports indicated that numerous civilians were killed and many others were severely injured due to suicide bomb attacks in Gwoza LGA, located in Borno.”
In July 2024, alleged NSAGs assaulted farmers in the Firgi community, located in Gwoza LGA, resulting in the deaths of an unknown number of IDPs and the kidnapping of two women and seven teenage girls who were subsequently freed. And during September 2024
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NAPTIP rescued 253 victims in Borno in 2024 – Commander
The National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons, NAPTIP, Maiduguri Zonal Command, says it rescued 253 victims of human trafficking and other related offences in 2024. The Zonal Commander, Mohammed Barde, made this known on Thursday in Maiduguri, Borno state capital. He disclosed that out of the 253 victims, 163 were minors aged
NAPTIP rescued 253 victims in Borno in 2024 – Commander
The National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons, NAPTIP, Maiduguri Zonal Command, says it rescued 253 victims of human trafficking and other related offences in 2024.
The Zonal Commander, Mohammed Barde, made this known on Thursday in Maiduguri, Borno state capital.
He disclosed that out of the 253 victims, 163 were minors aged between 0-17 years, comprising 105 females and 58 males, while the remaining 90 were adult men and women.
“In addition to rescuing victims, the command secured nine convictions for various offences in 2024.
“The victims were provided with legal and medical support, rehabilitation, and reintegration services.
“Family tracing and reunification efforts were also carried out, while some of the victims were empowered to rebuild their lives,” Barde said.
According to him, the agency was also engaged in preventive measures like extensive sensitization campaigns in markets, schools, communities, and motor parks.
Barde noted that the campaigns were aimed at raising awareness of the dangers of human trafficking and other forms of exploitation.
The commander further said that stakeholders engagement remained a key focus area for the command to enhance collaboration in the fight against trafficking.
He commended the support of community leaders, non-governmental organizations, and other stakeholders in the efforts to combat trafficking in persons and ensure the safety of victims.
Barde reiterated the agency’s commitment to intensifying efforts to protect vulnerable individuals and prosecute offenders to create a safer society.
NAPTIP rescued 253 victims in Borno in 2024 – Commander
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Nigerian forest security service names new zonal commander for North West
The Nigerian Forest Security Service (NFSS) has appointed Saifullahi Muhammed, a native of Kano Municipal Local Government Area, Kano State, as the Zonal Commander for the North West Zone effective January 13, 2025. The appointment was approved by the Commander General of the NFSS, Ambassador Osatimeh Joshua, and the Chairman of the Board of Trustees,
Nigerian forest security service names new zonal commander for North West
The Nigerian Forest Security Service (NFSS) has appointed Saifullahi Muhammed, a native of Kano Municipal Local Government Area, Kano State, as the Zonal Commander for the North West Zone effective January 13, 2025.
The appointment was approved by the Commander General of the NFSS, Ambassador Osatimeh Joshua, and the Chairman of the Board of Trustees, AIG (Rtd) E. E. Amakulor, in accordance with Articles 5 and 6, Subsections A and B of the NFSS Constitution.
In his acceptance speech, Saifullahi Muhammed expressed his gratitude for the trust placed in him by the NFSS leadership.
He pledged to enhance the Council’s operations in the North West Zone and work diligently to promote security in the region.
“It is an honor to be entrusted with this responsibility. I am committed to improving the activities of the Nigerian Forest Security Service in the North West Zone and will collaborate with all relevant stakeholders to make Nigeria a safer and better place for all,” Muhammed said.
With this appointment, Muhammed joins a team of visionary leaders dedicated to addressing security challenges across Nigeria.
His efforts will focus on fostering partnerships with local communities, security agencies, and other stakeholders to strengthen grassroots security initiatives.
The NFSS remains committed to empowering leaders like Saifullahi Muhammed to enhance security measures nationwide and contribute to a more peaceful and secure Nigeria.
Nigerian forest security service names new zonal commander for North West
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Trump considering executive order to save TikTok from being blocked
United States President-elect Donald Trump is considering using an executive order to prevent the TikTok app from being blocked in the US. The Washington Post reported on Thursday, citing people familiar with the matter. The order would suspend enforcement of the law, which required TikTok to be either blocked or sold on Jan.19, for 60
Trump considering executive order to save TikTok from being blocked
United States President-elect Donald Trump is considering using an executive order to prevent the TikTok app from being blocked in the US.
The Washington Post reported on Thursday, citing people familiar with the matter.
The order would suspend enforcement of the law, which required TikTok to be either blocked or sold on Jan.19, for 60 to 90 days.
This will be giving Trump’s administration time to negotiate a sale or find another solution.
However, from a legal perspective, this action is rather disputable, the report said.
Meanwhile, US President Joe Biden’s outgoing administration is also looking for ways to keep the app available in the US, NBC News reported, citing people familiar with the discussions.
The White House is reportedly seeking to apply the law banning TikTok in a way that would allow US users to access the app when the law goes into effect on Sunday.
Earlier this week, The Information news portal reported that TikTok was preparing to shut down its app for US users on Jan. 19.
In April 2024, Biden signed a law forcing TikTok owner ByteDance to find an American owner for the app.
If this does not happen by Jan. 19, the app will be banned in the US.
However, US President-elect Donald Trump has appealed to the U.S. Supreme Court to delay the implementation of the ban so that he has time to resolve the dispute after his inauguration on Jan. 20.
This is according to a document obtained by RIA Novosti.
TikTok, launched in 2018, remains under scrutiny by US authorities, who fear the app may be sharing user data with the Chinese government or spreading propaganda.
TikTok has consistently denied the allegations.
The app has about 170 million users in the US alone.
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ICPC to arraign El-Rufai’s finance commissioner, accountant general in N64m fraud case
The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission has announced plans to arraign three former appointees of the ex-Governor of Kaduna State, Nasiru El-Rufai, in a new ₦64 million money laundering case. The former appointees include the ex-senior Special Adviser/Counsellor to the governor, Lawal Adebisi, the former Accountant General of Kaduna State, Umar Waziri,
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The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission has announced plans to arraign three former appointees of the ex-Governor of Kaduna State, Nasiru El-Rufai, in a new ₦64 million money laundering case. The former appointees include the ex-senior Special Adviser/Counsellor to the governor, Lawal Adebisi, the former Accountant General of Kaduna State, Umar Waziri,
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ICPC to arraign El-Rufai’s finance commissioner, accountant general in N64m fraud case
The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission has announced plans to arraign three former appointees of the ex-Governor of Kaduna State, Nasiru El-Rufai, in a new ₦64 million money laundering case. The former appointees include the ex-senior Special Adviser/Counsellor to the governor, Lawal Adebisi, the former Accountant General of Kaduna State, Umar Waziri,
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The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission has announced plans to arraign three former appointees of the ex-Governor of Kaduna State, Nasiru El-Rufai, in a new ₦64 million money laundering case. The former appointees include the ex-senior Special Adviser/Counsellor to the governor, Lawal Adebisi, the former Accountant General of Kaduna State, Umar Waziri,
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Tinubu congratulates Okonjo-Iweala, two others on UNILAG’s honorary doctorate awards
President Bola Tinubu has congratulated the Director-General of the World Trade Organisation, Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, the co-founder of Guaranty Trust Bank Plc, Mr Fola Adeola, and Managing Director of Sahara Power Group, Mr Kola Adesina, on the conferment of honorary doctorate degrees by the University of Lagos. The Special Adviser to the President on Information
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President Bola Tinubu has congratulated the Director-General of the World Trade Organisation, Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, the co-founder of Guaranty Trust Bank Plc, Mr Fola Adeola, and Managing Director of Sahara Power Group, Mr Kola Adesina, on the conferment of honorary doctorate degrees by the University of Lagos. The Special Adviser to the President on Information
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Tinubu congratulates Okonjo-Iweala, two others on UNILAG’s honorary doctorate awards
President Bola Tinubu has congratulated the Director-General of the World Trade Organisation, Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, the co-founder of Guaranty Trust Bank Plc, Mr Fola Adeola, and Managing Director of Sahara Power Group, Mr Kola Adesina, on the conferment of honorary doctorate degrees by the University of Lagos. The Special Adviser to the President on Information
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President Bola Tinubu has congratulated the Director-General of the World Trade Organisation, Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, the co-founder of Guaranty Trust Bank Plc, Mr Fola Adeola, and Managing Director of Sahara Power Group, Mr Kola Adesina, on the conferment of honorary doctorate degrees by the University of Lagos. The Special Adviser to the President on Information
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Nine die as Rivers govt confirms 5 cholera cases
The Rivers State government has confirmed five cases of cholera and no fewer than nine associated deaths in an outbreak which has affected two Local Government Areas of the state. The affected Local Government Areas are Akuku-Toru and Andoni. The State Commissioner for Health, Adaeze Oreh, who made this disclosure, said confirmed cases were recorded
Nine die as Rivers govt confirms 5 cholera cases
The Rivers State government has confirmed five cases of cholera and no fewer than nine associated deaths in an outbreak which has affected two Local Government Areas of the state.
The affected Local Government Areas are Akuku-Toru and Andoni.
The State Commissioner for Health, Adaeze Oreh, who made this disclosure, said confirmed cases were recorded in Akuku-Toru, while the nine associated fatalities were reported across both Akuku-Toru and Andoni LGAs.
According to her, the ministry has activated emergency response teams in the affected areas to contain the outbreak and prevent further spread.
He added that heightened sensitization efforts have been initiated across the state to educate residents on preventive measures.
Oreh stressed the importance of maintaining hygiene and promptly reporting suspected cases to health authorities.
The Commissioner urged parents to cooperate with health teams as they work to mitigate the impact of the outbreak.
She advised residents in the affected communities to ensure proper sanitation, drink only safe water, and seek medical attention immediately if they experience symptoms such as diarrhea, vomiting, or dehydration.
Oreh assured the citizens that the government remains committed to safeguarding public health and will provide updates as the situation evolves.
Nine die as Rivers govt confirms 5 cholera cases
