boko haram

October 18, 2016

13 soldiers wounded, others missing after attack by Boko Haram

The Army has said some soldiers have gone missing after an attack by Boko Haram on troops in Gashigar, Borno State. In a statement by Army spokesperson, Col. Sani Usman, the army said the group attack the soldiers at about 5:30 p.m. on Monday. Usman said the troops suffered a “temporary setback” and had to withdraw from the... Read More

boko haram, missing soldiers, Nigerian Army

October 18, 2016

Festus Ogun: Government useless and the Nigerian State [Nigerian Voices]

by Festus Ogun Today, 2016 Nigeria is simply synonymous to the Hobbesian State of Nature. In this State of Nature, it has been said that life is solitary, nasty, brutish and short. This was the era of survival of the fittest where there were no laws. The world had since left this sorry state and... Read More

Nigerian Voices

boko haram, Chibok girls, citizens, government, nigeria

October 18, 2016

Opinion: Why we should be worried about the release of 21 Chibok girls

by Usman Alabi We are still basking in the euphoria of the release of the 21 chibok girls from Boko Haram terrorists last week. It is something worth rejoicing on in Nigeria, where things that are not normal anywhere in the world just become normal here and funny enough, we have gotten used to this anomaly... Read More

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Nigerian Army Boss. Tukur Buratai

October 18, 2016

Boko Haram: Army working on its own strategy to rescue captives – Buratai

The Nigerian Army has said it is working on its own strategy to ensure the release of persons abducted by terrorist group, Boko Haram. Chief of Army Staff, Lt. Gen. Tukur Buratai said this on Tuesday while fielding questions from journalists after inaugurating the new headquarters of the Nigerian Army Ordnance Corps, Yaba. Buratai said the... Read More

boko haram, Captives, Nigerian Army, rescue

October 18, 2016

Boko Haram: More than 1000 persons were abducted – Senate

The Senate on Tuesday said more than 1000 persons were under the captivity of terrorist group, Boko Haram. The Upper Chamber urged those involved in the negotiations of the release of 21 Chibok girls to ensure that they rescue all others still in captivity. Senate Leader, Ali Ndume said other abduction were not given media... Read More

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October 18, 2016

After meetings with Buhari, Merkel closes her doors to Nigerian migrants

It only been three days after the Germany-Nigeria bilateral talks that somehow got overshadowed by the domestic squabble between President Buhari and his wife, Aisha Buhari over totally unrelated matters. President Buhari was in Germany for a few days meeting with the German leaders including Chancellor Angela Merkel to discuss several issues ranging from the fight... Read More

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October 17, 2016

Boko Haram brags about killing 20 Nigerian soldiers

Terrorist group, Boko Haram on Monday claimed it killed 20 Nigerian soldiers in the North-East, AFP reports. The news network reports that the group released a statement under the name Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP), said it “stormed a joint position of the armies of Nigeria and Niger” in Borno State. The sect claimed it killed... Read More

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October 17, 2016

Chibok girls: We are open to further negotiations only if… – Buhari

President Muhammadu Buhari on Monday said his administration is ready to continue talks with the Boko Haram sect for the release of more Chibok girls. Buhari said this while hosting the President of the International Committee of the Red Cross, Peter Maurer, at the Presidential Villa, Abuja. “Our administration is prepared to continue talks with the Boko... Read More

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October 16, 2016

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

These are the top five stories you should monitor today. These are ‘Boko Haram’s demands’ for the release of 83 Chibok girls Following the release of 21 out of over 200 abducted Chibok girls, terrorist group Boko Haram may have made two major demands for the release of 83 more girls. 2. EFCC begins probe on... Read More

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October 16, 2016

These are ‘Boko Haram’s demands’ for the release of 83 Chibok girls

Following the release of 21 out of over 200 abducted Chibok girls, terrorist group Boko Haram may have made two major demands for the release of 83 more girls, Vanguard reports. According to the newspaper, a source close to the negotiations revealed that the sect is demanding an undisclosed amount of ransom and freedom for no... Read More

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October 15, 2016

Troops neutralise suicide bombers in Madagali

A male suicide bomber was neutralised by a sharp shooter on Saturday morning in Madagali, Adamawa. In a statement issued by the Army spokesman Colonel Sani Usman, the suicide bomber was shot after refusing to stop when he was halted. The statement read, “Vigilant troops of Operation LAFIYA DOLE Saturday morning intercepted and neutralized a... Read More

boko haram, Madagali, Nigerian Army, Suicide bomber, terrorism, troops

October 15, 2016

Mubarak Aminu: Looking beyond the challenges of insecurity in Northern Nigeria [NEXT]

by Mubarak Aminu As a Northerner when you travel to the Southern part of Nigeria, the way people view the region is totally different from the way you think, people there think the north is totally on rampage with insurgency and religious conflicts which causes economic instability in the region. The title of this article... Read More

boko haram, Buhari, media outlets, nigeria, north

October 15, 2016

How we will rescue the remaining #ChibokGirls – Buhari

President Muhammadu Buhari has expressed optimism on the release of more of the kidnapped Chibok girls, after 21 of them were freed by Boko Haram, following more than two years of captivity. Speaking at a joint press conference with the German Chancellor Angela Merkel on Friday in Berlin, President Buhari said negotiations will continue until... Read More

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October 14, 2016

Opinion: Nigeria, haven for power drunkards that never learn

by Abiodun Shomoye For some periods now, I have been enjoying my life as a retired political enthusiast/commentator, but somehow, the saying “once a soldier always a soldier” has gotten a new person to validate its stay. It has been totally easy to remain silent on evolving issues but it’s been extremely difficult to choose not... Read More

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October 14, 2016

More #ChibokGirls will be released soon – Osinbajo

Vice President Professor Yemi Osinbajo on Thursday said more of the abducted Chibok girls will return home. Osinbajo made the disclosure while addressing State House correspondents shortly after a closed-door meeting with the girls. He expressed optimism that, in the next “few days and months, we will be bringing in more of these girls, using... Read More

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October 13, 2016

UPDATED: Names of the 21 released Chibok girls

Nigerians on Thursday received news of the release of 21 out of over 200 Chibok girls who were kidnapped by Boko Haram in 2014. Saharareporters has released names of some of the released girls. 1. Deborah Ja’afaru 2. Maryam Lawan, 3. Jummai John 4. Maryam Basheer 5. Comfort Amos 6. Mary Usman 7. Rahap Ibrahim 8.... Read More

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October 13, 2016

Some of the released Chibok girls (PHOTOS)

Out of over 200 Chibok girls who were kidnapped by dreaded terrorist group, Boko Haram in 2014, 21 of them were released on Thursday. The Presidency confirmed the released and also stated that no Boko Haram prisoner was swapped for the girls release. Laolu Akande, Senior Special Assistant Media and Publicity to the Vice President has... Read More

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October 13, 2016

Before we get their names, here are 5 things to know about the Chibok girls’ release

We have managed to go on and on about the released girls that were released by Boko Haram today without putting the spotlight on the real heroes of the day – the girls! They are the ones who have stayed strong for over two years in captivity. They did not allow themselves to dissolve under... Read More

#BBOG, 21 girls, 5 Things, abducted girls, boko haram

October 13, 2016

Who do we have to thank for the return of these Chibok Girls?

by Roqeebah Olaoniye Yesterday in Nigerian News was gloomy enough to have made us turn, in desperation, to the saying that there is light at the end of the tunnel. Sure enough, the universe did not disappoint us and our joy knows no bounds as we share the reports of the release of 21 of the... Read More

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October 13, 2016

YNaija Analysis: With 21 girls released, #BringBackOurGirls is breaking through

It has taken 913 days, countless protests and sit-outs at the Unity Fountain in Abuja, several marches to the gates of Aso Villa, a vast number of tweets, uncountable tears, lots of wailing and gnashing of teeth, confrontation with government officials online and offline; scolding, berating, exhorting, and vowing never to give up. But it... Read More

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October 13, 2016

BREAKING: Boko Haram release 21 #ChibokGirls

Terrorist sect, Boko Haram has released 21 of the over 200 schoolgirls they abducted in April 2014, according to Sahara Reporters. The girls were picked up by military helicopter from Banki area of Borno state where Boko Haram militants dropped them off on Thursday, a government source said. The girls are currently being held by security... Read More

boko haram, Chibok girls, Military, negotiation, release

October 12, 2016

Are we going to sit by as Shiite killings breed another terror group?

History is fairly decided now on how the Boko Haram uprising started. Mohammed Yusuf, whatever his woes, was murdered unjustly and extra-judicially by the Nigeria Police after he was abducted by security operatives from his in-law’s house. Whether he was shot while trying to escape or simply killed to serve as a deterrent, what cannot... Read More

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October 12, 2016

Buhari disheartened over bomb blast in Maiduguri

President Muhammadu Buhari on Wednesday said he was disheartened by the news of a bomb blast in a motor park in Maiduguri, capital of Borno State. Buhari said the incident which claimed the lives of 8 persons was a cowardly attack on “soft targets” by Boko Haram. He also sent his condolences to families of... Read More

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October 12, 2016

BREAKING: Bomb blast hits garage in Borno

Muna garage in Borno has been hit by a bomb blast, The Leadership reports. According to the newspaper, the incident was reported by the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA), as it said emergency workers were on the way to the scene. Just in: there is a reported case of bomb blast around Muna garage Maiduguri Borno, details later… —... Read More

boko haram, bomb blast, Borno, Emergency workers, maiduguri, NEMA

October 12, 2016

Army kills 2 B’Haram terrorists in Borno

The Nigerian Army on Tuesday killed two Boko Haram terrorists in Borno state. The incident occurred in Jere Local Government Area of the state when the troops went out for a clearance patrol. In a statement issued on Tuesday night by the Army spokesperson, Colonel Sani Usman, the troops recovered two AK-47 rifles while other... Read More

boko haram, Colonel Sani Usman, insurgency, Nigerian Army, terrorists, troops

October 11, 2016

Air Force jets strike B’Haram bases in Sambisa forest

The Nigerian Air Force says its jets has struck several bases of terrorist group, Boko Haram, located in its stronghold, the Sambisa forest. In a statement issued on Tuesday by its Director of Information and Public Relations, Group Capt. Ayodele Famuyiwa, the raids were conducted during the day and night. He said, “The Nigerian Air Force... Read More

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October 11, 2016

Femi Fani-Kayode: A rhapsody of reality and a blast from the past

by Femi Fani-Kayode God loves Nigeria so much. For those that doubt it kindly consider the following. They created ebola in their demonic labs for bio weapons. They sent the disease to our shores through an insane Liberian but the Lord defended us and refused to allow it to take root in our shores. The... Read More

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Buhari

October 9, 2016

Demola Olarewaju: 6 critical things we learned from DSS midnight raid on judges

From about 11pm on Friday the 7th of October 2016 and deep into the dead of the night, the Department of State Security (or State Security Services) raided the homes of several judges: including Justice Sylvanus Ngwunta, Justice Inyang Okoro (both Justices of the Supreme Court), Justice Abdullahi Liman of the Federal High Court in... Read More

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October 9, 2016

Buhari’s biography: Who exactly is Professor John Paden?

Many have heard of the white saviour complex. The white saviour complex is when a first world person (usually white) or nation or organisation wades in unsolicited in a bid to ‘fix’ a third world (almost always African) ‘problem’. Often times, such a move will end up being a condescending and uninformed intervention. Dr. John Paden... Read More

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October 8, 2016

Army arrests 12 B’Haram terrorists (PHOTOS)

The Nigerian Army has arrested some Boko Haram suspects. The suspects were arrested in different locations in Borno. In a statement issued on Friday night by Army spokesman, Colonel Sani Usman, some of the suspects were arrested at a cattle market. The statement read, “In what could be described as bumper harvest in the wave... Read More

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