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Nigeria ‘hires South African mercenaries to fight Boko Haram’
by Ranti Joseph Reports say about 100 South African retired military men are actively involved in the Nigerian offensive against Boko Haram insurgents in the North east of the country. The…
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Did APC have secret meetings with Prof. Jega? Well, the PDP seems to think so
by Ranti Joseph The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) on Wednesday accused the Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Attahiru Jega, of working with the All Progressives Congress (APC)…
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We hear 19 giant bombs have been uncovered in Adamawa
by James Sambo 19 giant bombs have been reportedly uncovered by the police in Adamawa. The discovery was made on Friday, February 6, in a bush in the state. Meanwhile, the…
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May God forgive those who say I support Boko Haram – GEJ
by Panshak Ibrahim President Goodluck Jonathan has described as wicked, the allegations that he's a supporter of the Boko Haram insurgency in the North-east. While speaking to a large crowd at…
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Why it is important for IDPs to vote – Justice Uwais
by Kolapo Olapoju A former Chief Justice of Nigeria,(CJN), Mohammed Uwais, has warned against exempting the troubled states of Adamawa, Yobe and Borno, from participating in the general elections. On Thursday,…
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200 insurgents killed as Nigerian troops engage Boko Haram in firefight
by James Sambo Nigerian troops have killed not less than 200 Boko Haram insurgents at Askira Uba. The firefight occurred on Saturday, January 10, at the border town between…
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We hear the Emir of Kano is set to marry a 17-year-old princess
by Panshak Ibrahim Widespread reports suggest that the Emir of Kano, Sanusi Lamido Sanusi (Muhammadu Sanusi II) is set to marry a 17-year-old. The Emir, who already has three…
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Boko Haram: Nigerian army uncovers plan to invade 5 states
by Anike Jacobs The Nigerian Army has discovered a plan by the Boko Haram insurgents to attack 25 communities and villages spread across five states - Adamawa, Borno, Bauchi, Gombe,…
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Elections will hold across Nigeria, including North-East – President Jonathan
by Laila Ibrahim President Goodluck Jonathan has assured Nigerians that elections will hold in all parts of the country, even in the volatile North East. Stakeholders, analysts and observers in…
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Nigerian troops kill over 20 insurgents, retrieve Boko Haram “attack list” in latest operation
by James Sambo In its latest offensive against Boko Haram insurgents, the Nigerian military has revealed that it has killed over 20 terrorists in an operation in Hildi, Balmo…
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Army in full control of Mubi, Gombi, Maiha and Hong
by James Sambo The military says it has recaptured and is now in full control of Mubi, Gombi, Maiha and Hong local government areas of Adamawa State. The army announced on…
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Several terrorists killed as Nigerian troops take over Damaturu
by Isi Esene The Nigerian troops have further demonstrated their gallantry when they resisted and repelled rampaging militants who attempted to invade Damaturu, the capital of Yobe State early today.…
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“Must blood be spilled to justify the extension of state of emergency” – Sultan-led JNI
by Panshak Ibrahim The Jama’atu Nasril Islam, led by the Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Mohammed Sa’ad Abubakar III, has reacted to Friday's bombing of Kano Central Mosque, saying that the…
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BREAKING: Residents flee as Damaturu comes under Boko Haram attack
by Isi Esene There are reports of sporadic gunshots in Damaturu, Yobe State. It is not clear what the details of the situation are but many believe members of…
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Bomb kills 40 in Adamawa
by James Sambo At least 40 people, including five soldiers and a local hunter, were reportedly killed on Thursday after an explosion went off around Mararaba-Mubi area of Adamawa State.…
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Army secures reclaimed towns in #Adamawa
by Akan Ido Reports emanating for the fight against insurgency currently raging in Nigeria's North east indicate that the Nigerian troops are regaining control of previously lost towns. Sources…
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Nigerian troops recapture 3 communities in Adamawa (See Photos)
by Isi Esene The Nigerian military combating terrorism in the North east have reportedly taken full control of three communities in Adamawa State. According to the website of the Defence Headquarters…
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Defence Headquarters claims recapture of #Adamawa towns from #BokoHaram
by Kolapo Olapoju After the terrorists of Islamic sect, Boko Haram, captured Gombi, Hong, and Pelia, in Adamawa, the Nigerian Army has announced that it has reclaimed the three communities.…
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Northern Senators kick against extension of emergency rule
by Laila Ibrahim The Senate on Tuesday suspended the consideration Of President Goodluck Jonathan’s letter requesting the extension of a state of emergency in Adamawa, Borno and Yobe. Shortly after…
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Pres. Jonathan meets Mark, Ihedioha at the Villa
by Akan Ido President Goodluck Jonathan on Tuesday met the Senate President, David Mark and the Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Emeka Ihedioha, at the Presidential Villa, Abuja.…
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CAN directs churches to collect special offering for victims of insurgency
by Temitope Onitiju To alleviate the plight of people affected by the terror attacks of the Islamic terrorist sect, Boko Haram, the leadership of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN)…
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Terrorism: Step aside soldiers, Borno residents prefer local vigilantes
by James Sambo Borno residents have urged their state government to employ the services of local hunters and vigilantes in recovering towns and villages captured by the Boko Haram Islamic sect. Unconfirmed reports…
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Yet again, Air Force helicopter crashes in Yola
by James Sambo Days after a military helicopter on surveillance mission crashed in Damare, another military helicopter has crashed. The chopper, belonging to the Nigerian Air Force, went down around…
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Ribadu’s brother reportedly freed by kidnappers
by James Sambo Sani Ribadu,- the younger brother of the former Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, Nuhu Ribadu, – has reportedly been released by his abductors.…
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Terrorism: Army worries over #BokoHaram war tactics
by James Sambo The Nigerian Army is concerned about the use of women as human shields as well as children as child-soldiers by Boko Haram militants in their quest to…
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DHQ reveals how Air Force helicopter crashed in Yola
by Isi Esene Defence Headquarters has confirmed the crash-landing of a Nigerian Air Force helicopter at the Yola International Airport earlier today. The Director of Military Information, Maj. Gen. Chris…
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Military plane crashes near NYSC camp, Yola
by Jewel Stephen The crash has been reported of a Nigerian military helicopter on a surveillance mission in Adamawa state. Reports by Premium Times say it came down in Damare,…
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Gunmen abduct Nuhu Ribadu’s younger brother
by James Sambo Sani Ribadu,- the younger brother of the former Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, Nuhu Ribadu, - has been abducted by gunmen. One…
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Boko Haram attacks Gombe town, kills soldiers, cleric, others
by Akan Ido Heavily armed men suspected to be members of the Boko Haram Islamic sect reportedly attacked the headquarters of Nafada Local Government Area of Gombe state killing soldiers, an…
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Internally displaced persons in Adamawa camps climbs to 10,496
by Panshak Ibrahim Many Internally Displaced Persons are constantly trooping into Yola, following attacks on their communities by the Boko Haram sect. The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) and Adamawa State…
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YMonitor
- Beyond the Power Struggle: Why a Strong Opposition Party is Crucial for Nigeria’s Democracy
- The Importance of Impartial Reporting in Nigeria’s Democracy
- Understanding the Role of Election Tribunals in Nigeria’s Electoral Process
- The Importance of Active Citizenship Beyond the Voting Booth
- How Ethnic Baiting is Undermining Nigeria’s National Security and Democracy
YMonitor
- Beyond the Power Struggle: Why a Strong Opposition Party is Crucial for Nigeria’s Democracy
- The Importance of Impartial Reporting in Nigeria’s Democracy
- Understanding the Role of Election Tribunals in Nigeria’s Electoral Process
- The Importance of Active Citizenship Beyond the Voting Booth
- How Ethnic Baiting is Undermining Nigeria’s National Security and Democracy