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‘Please don’t leave, they will attack us again’ | Enugu community beg Police
Following the bloody attack on the Ukpabi Nimbo, a community in the Uzo-Uwani area of Enugu State, by bloodthirsty Fulani herdsmen, residents, on Tuesday, blamed security forces for the attack,…
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Fulani herdsmen attack 5 farming communities in Ibadan for over ‘7 hours’
A group of suspected Fulani herdsmen on Tuesday, attacked farms in Lagun, Iyana Offa, Offa, Atagba, Lapata and their surrounding communities in Lagelu Local Council Area of Ibadan, Oyo State.…
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Again, Fulani herdsmen attack Olu Falae’s residence and farm, kill one
Once again, suspected Fulani herdsmen are alleged to have attacked the Obaile residence of elder statesman and former Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Olu Falae. According to Premium…
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Fulani herdsmen attack Enugu community; 2 siblings killed, 19 missing
Fulani herdsmen have struck again! This time on a Thursday, in Abbi Community in Uzo-Uwani Local Government Area, Enugu State, where two people were killed. While the Nigerian government is…
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Boko Haram leaves behind despair, tragedy and destruction in Dalori, Maiduguri (VIEWER DISCRETION)
Insurgents of terrorist sect, Boko Haram, on Saturday evening, unleashed murderous rage on the town of Dalori, Maiduguri, leaving behind ruin, pain, despair and destruction in their wake. In an…
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BREAKING: Suicide bombers attack Chibok, many killed
Several people have been reported dead in Chibok, Borno state, following a suicide attack on the community. Although sketchy, it's been reported that two suicide bombers detonated Improvised Explosives Devices…
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‘I’m not responsible for the gas pipeline attack’ – Tompolo
Former Niger Delta militant leader, Government Ekpemupolo also known as Tompolo, has denied being responsible for the attack on oil installations in some parts of Delta state. In the wee…
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5 arrested while planning attack on Jonathan’s house in Bayelsa
Bayelsa state police has apprehended five people for plotting to attack the house of former President Goodluck Jonathan in Yenagoa. The suspects- Asupha Emeka, 34; Ebipre Ebebi, 25; Samuel Joe, 27; Okilo Matthew, 25;…
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‘We’ve never carried arms’ | Shiite spokesperson, Ibrahim Musa speaks on Army attack (WATCH)
A spokesperson of the Ibrahim El Zakzaky-led Islamic Movement of Nigeria, Ibrahim Musa, has denied the claims that members of the Shiite Muslim sect, attacked the Army with arms. The…
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Goodluck Jonathan attacked in Bayelsa
Former President, Goodluck Jonathan was attacked on Monday morning, by suspected militants, who drove into his convoy, Leadership reports. The reports states that the militants intercepted and drove into Jonathan's motorcade at the Julius Berger…
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‘Boko Haram plans to attack Jos’ – Special Task Force
The Special Task Force on Security in Jos, code-named Operation Safe Haven, has warned that the insurgent group, Boko Haram plans on attacking the residents of Jos. The STF revealed this…
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Gospel singer, Yinka Ayefele hospitalised after Saturday’s attack
Yinka Ayefele, who was attacked by hoodlums in Akure, Ondo state on Saturday, has been hospitalised as a result of the injuries he sustained from the attack. Ayefele had gone to honour…
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30 prisoners freed as Boko Haram attacks DSS office in Kogi
Islamic terrorist sect, Boko Haram, carried out a brazen attack on the Kogi state office of the Directorate of State Service on Friday night. While four people, including an anti-riot policeman,…
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NSA warns of possible Boko Haram attack in Lagos
A security alert has been issued from the office of the National Security Adviser, on the possibility of Boko Haram attack on Lagos seaports. The alert became necessary after the United States Embassy, raised…
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Boko Haram strikes, murder 68 people in Borno village
At least 68 people were killed and several others were injured, as Boko Haram insurgents attacked Baanu Village, in Nganzai local government area of Borno state. A resident of the…
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Military confirms attack of JTF at the Nembe Jetty
The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has confirmed the attack that killed Four soldiers and a policeman at Nembe Jetty, near Ogolomabiri Community in Bayelsa State, which is suspected to be carried out…
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Hoodlums machete union chairman, others during prayer session
The Chairman of Osogbo Progressive Union, Alhaji Akeem Woleola, has said hoodlums numbering about 70, invaded the venue of special prayers organised by members of the union and inflicted machete…
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Graphic pictures of bombed restaurant in Jos surface (Viewer Discretion Advised)
Shagalinku restaurant was attacked recently as some Muslims gathered to break their fast during this Ramadan month.
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Boko Haram stage major attack on Maiduguri
by Panshak Ibrahim This evening, Wednesday, May 13, sporadic gunshots and multiple explosions rocked Maiduguri, in Borno state. The attack by men suspected to be Boko Haram, reportedly started at…
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Boko Haram launches fresh attack in Baga, kills 2 soldiers
by Ranti Joseph Boko Haram launched a rocket attack on a military vehicle in the northeast town of Baga thereby killing two soldiers. Six other soldiers and a civilian vigilante…
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10 disturbing scenes from xenophobic attacks in South Africa (PHOTOS)
by Kolapo Olapoju We bring to you 10 shocking pictures from the streets of Johannesburg, South Africa, where Friday, April 17, was yet another day of widespread looting and anti-immigrant attacks.…
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Gunmen attack collation centre, INEC office in Bauchi
by Ranti Joseph Gunmen on Sunday morning attacked a centre where election results were being collated in Bauchi state. Apart from attacking the Central Primary School in Alkaleri Local Government…
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Amaechi’s brother in critical condition after being attacked
by Azubuike Azikiwe Chidi Amaechi, a younger brother of Governor of Rivers state, Rotimi Amaechi, was attacked on Wednesday, March 10. The younger Amaechi was "inflicted with life threatening cuts…
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Edwin Clark will definitely have a lot to say about yesterday’s attack on his wife
by Iyobosa Omoregie The outspoken Ijaw leader, Edwin Clark, will have surely have some words to spew, as his wife was attacked in Abeokuta, on Tuesday, March 10. Dr. Bisola…
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For refusing to be conscripted, Boko Haram massacres 72 men and 20 children
by Panshak Ibrahim As a result of their refusal to join ranks with them, Islamic terrorist sect, Boko Haram, has murdered 74 men and 20 children at Njaba Village in…
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#Oscars2015: Why security got tighter at this year’s Academy Awards
by Chinwe Okafor The 87th edition of the Academy Awards brought about a much more tighter security following the informal release of the controversial movie, The Interview. Being the first…
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Boko Haram launches first attack inside Chad
by Panshak Ibrahim For the first time since the inception of their insurgency, Boko Haram militants, have launched an attack within Chad. The assault took place in the wee hours…
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Boko Haram abducts 30 people in Cameroon
by Ranti Joseph Suspected Boko Haram fighters launched fresh attacks on three communities in northern Cameroon, abducting more than 30 people including those aboard a packed bus. The assaults by…
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Boko Haram plans to attack soft targets using livestock – NOA, DSS
by Anike Jacobs Mike Omeri, Director-General of the National Orientation Agency (NOA) and coordinator of the National Information Centre, has revealed that Boko Haram is planning to attack soft targets…
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APC secretariat in Ekiti attacked by gunmen
by Damilola Jagun The Ekiti state secretariat of the All Progressives Congress in Ado-Ekiti was attacked by unknown gunmen on the night of Wednesday, January 21. The gunmen who arrived in four Hilux…
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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