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June 27, 2017

Boko Haram leader, Shekau, releases video says sect attacked military convoy, abducted policewomen (WATCH)

The insurgent group, Boko Haram, have released a video ​to confirm the abduction of policewomen. In the video released ​through a journalist, Ahmad Salkida​, ​ and published by Sahara Reporters, the sect’s leader, Abubakar Shekau, spoke for about 10 minutes‎​. He said several female officers were abducted‎​​ during​ ​Boko Haram attack on a joint police/military... Read More
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June 23, 2017

The Media Blog: The New York Times just told a bad-ass Nigerian story – about Boko Haram

The kind of journalism that inspires. The New York Times, working with the Pulitzer Centre delivers a long, long, long read that delves into the forgotten boys of Boko Haram. “The eight-year conflict between Boko Haram and the Nigerian state has killed more than 20,000 and displaced millions. The people have slipped out of Boko... Read More
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June 23, 2017

Peregrino Brimah: Boko Haram is still very much here and ever so DEADLY

by Peregrino Brimah March 15th this year, Boko Haram staged a bloody attack on Magumeri village, Borno state. At least two policemen and several soldiers were killed. What was most worrisome about the attack was the fact that State Security Service, SSS, the Criminal Investigation Bureau of the Nigeria Police, as well as the Civilian-JTF... Read More
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June 22, 2017

The YNaija Tracklist: Nigeria’s population to overtake US by 2050 | Trump touts promises kept, victories to come | More stories

From the papers, a track list. Nigeria’s population to overtake US by 2050 – UN – YNaija We will crush APC in 2018 – Fayose – YNaija Nigeria’s unity is sacrosanct, non-Negotiable – Governors – YNaija MASSOB tackles S’East Govs for wearing ‘Hausa/Fulani attire’ – YNaija Diezani Bribe: EFCC to arraign ex-Minister Akinjide – YNaija... Read More
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June 21, 2017

The YNaija Tracklist: CCT trial: FG appeals Saraki’s acquittal of false assets declaration | Suspected Boko Haram Attack Kills 2 In Maiduguri-Damboa Highway | More stories

From the papers this morning – a tracklist. 175 Nigerians voluntarily return from Libya – YNaija Igbo quit notice: Counsel the misguided elements among our youth | Osinbajo tells Northern rulers – YNaija CCT trial: FG appeals Saraki’s acquittal of false assets declaration – YNaija Igbo quit notice: Arewa youth will be arrested no matter... Read More
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June 15, 2017

[The Sexuality Blog]: The Chibok Girls are just the tip of a much larger problem of fundamentalist fueled sex slavery

A little over a month ago, the entire country was thrown into surprise celebration when 82 of the 238 girls kidnapped by Boko Haram, a Nigerian islamic terrorist group with affiliations to Al-Qaeda and the Islamic State (ISIS) in 2014 were released. During the three years that the girls were abducted, they became the very... Read More
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June 15, 2017

Extra judicial killings: Nigerian army releases report

The Nigerian Army on Wednesday release​d the report of a Special Board that probed alleged human rights abuse levelled against it by the Amnesty International (AI). AI had accused the ​A​rmy ​of ​extra-judicial killing of  members Boko Haram and the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB)​.​ The nine-man board headed by Retired Maj.-Gen. A.T Jibril was... Read More
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June 13, 2017

“Boko Haram insurgents pretend to have epilepsy before attacking” – Adamawa Govt

The Adamawa State Government has said Boko Haram insurgents use disguise as one of the tactics to attack their victims. In a statement released at a press conference in Yola on Sunday by the Adamawa State Commissioner of Information, Ahmad Sajoh, DailyTimes reports. He said the terrorists now pretend to be epileptic or suffering from... Read More
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June 13, 2017

The Big 5: These are the stories you should be monitoring today

These are the top five stories you should be monitoring today. 1. “Soldiers burnt our village and took away our property”– Boko Haram survivors Survivors of the Boko Haram attack on June 7, in Ali Dawari village of Jere, Maiduguri, Borno state capital, have alleged that Nigerian soldiers burnt their village and carted away their... Read More
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June 13, 2017

“Soldiers burnt our village and took away our property – Boko Haram survivors

Survivors of the Boko Haram attack on June 7, in Ali Dawari village of Jere, Maiduguri, Borno state capital, have accused the Nigeria army of burning their village and carting away their property. Four village heads – Bulama Umar, Muhammad Malam, Goni Alidawari and Bulama Mustapha – have confirmed the allegations, The Cable reports. “The... Read More
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June 12, 2017

The Big 5: These are the stories you should be monitoring today

These are the top five stories you should be monitoring today. 1. “I collect ransom in dollars because I’m different” – Kidnap baron, Evans says Suspected kidnapper, Chukwudi Dumeme Onuamadike, also known as Evans, who was arrested by police in Lagos said on Sunday, that he collects ransom in dollars because he is different.  2. Dino... Read More
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June 12, 2017

The YNaija Tracklist | ‘Buhari not returning soon’ | Clean up the White House or I fire you – Donald Trump threatens Priebus | More stories

From the papers, a tracklist. ‘Buhari not returning soon’ – Presidency sources – YNaija Dino Melaye turns pastor, insists he cannot be recalled – YNaija “We’re surprised that Northern youth calling for secession haven’t been arrested – Ohanaeze – YNaija Boko Haram kills 8 in Borno – YNaija “I ccollect ransom in dollars because am... Read More
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June 11, 2017

‘Boko Haram insurgents raid Adamawa village for food, medicine’

Boko Haram insurgents on Saturday night raided Kuda-kaya village in Madagali, Adamawa State, Premium Times reports. According to the newspaper, residents the insurgents came to steal food and medical supplies. The sources said scores of fighters stormed the village, two kilometres from Gulak, the administrative headquarters of Madagali, for the attack. “They came in numbers... Read More
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June 11, 2017

Ivanka Trump’s controversial magazine cover, a photo of Comey’s hearing you haven’t seen | See our top 10 photos from last week

From James Comey’s hearing, attacks in Borno, Ivanka Trump’s controversial magazine cover to your first look at Nigeria’s Twitter handle. See our top ten photos from the past week below: Your first look at @Nigeria’s handle on Twitter. Ivanks Trump was featured on a US Weekly cover that sparked controversy and spelt doom for her... Read More
Thinking Through
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June 10, 2017

‘This is just the beginning’ – Shekau says in new video

Abubakar Shekau, a factional leader of the Boko Haram, has released a video showing how insurgents sacked a military post at the outskirts of Maiduguri, Borno state. The insurgents’ operation was carried out before advancing into Jiddari community on Wednesday evening, The Cable reports. The 33-minute video showed Shekau displaying ammunition and camouflage amongst other items... Read More
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June 10, 2017

Should the presidency call Ango Abdullahi to order?

by Alex O. Onukwue   The duty of the President and the Executive, by extension, is to ensure the safety and security of all citizens in Nigeria. But, no, this is not about sending the Directorate of State Security (DSS) after Prof. Ango Abdullahi. In a week where Boko Haram invaded Maiduguri again, the shenanigans... Read More
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June 8, 2017

Osinbajo commiserates with victims of Borno insurgency (PHOTOS)

It was earlier reported today that Yemi Osinbajo, paid a visit to Maiduguri, Borno State capital, hours after Boko Haram members attacked some towns in the city. Osinbajo’s visit was aimed at launching the special intervention relief plan for internally displaced persons (IDPs). Releasing photos of the visit, Osinbajo said he was there to “commence a... Read More
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June 8, 2017

Osinbajo visits Maiduguri hours after Boko Haram attack

Acting President Yemi Osinbajo has visited Maiduguri, Borno State capital hours after Boko Haram members attacked some towns in the city. Osinbajo’s visit is aimed at launching the special intervention relief plan for internally displaced persons (IDPs). The insurgents had killed some persons and burned houses, forcing residents to flee their homes. The acting president... Read More
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June 8, 2017

The Big 5: These are the stories you should be monitoring today

These are the top five stories you should monitor today. ‘EFCC traces Abuja properties, 3 accounts to Patience Jonathan’  The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has traced another multi-billion naira property to former First Lady, Patience Jonathan. 2. We have come to rescue Nigeria from the failing APC – APDA The Advanced Peoples Democratic Alliance... Read More
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