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Everything You Need to Know About The New Petrol Prices

According to a reliable document seen by BusinessDay, petrol prices have reached unprecedented levels across various Nigerian cities. While yet to be officially confirmed by the NNPC, the document reveals significant price variations in different locations. Maiduguri currently holds the record for the highest petrol price, standing at N577 per litre. On the other hand,... Read More

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Multiple blasts in Maiduguri, attack on Governor’s convoy; do we still need to be patient with the Service Chiefs?

Nigeria is no stranger to attacks or explosions on special days, especially during significant religious celebrations. Maiduguri, the Borno capital appears to be at the center of these attacks in recent times. According to reports, two explosions rocked the city on the eve of the Id el Kabir celebration less than 48 hours after the... Read More

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February 12, 2020

PH and Lagos Harmattan, Sex on a gas cylinder | Funny tweets we saw from Nigerians today

Every day on the Nigerian Internet, there are people who keep our eyes glued to our phone screens as we read their funny rants, opinions, perspectives on political and social issues, etc. Sometimes, they are just downright ridiculous. Here are the ones we saw today: It's a different calculation. Some calculations come with heartbeats like... Read More

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Olatunji Omirin

February 5, 2020

Olatunji Omirin is the latest Nigerian journalist to be arrested by Nigerian forces

At this point, it has become common place to hear of Nigerian journalists, arrested either by the DSS or Nigerian Army, abducted by unnamed assailants or charged with terrorism or treason for doing their job. Dadiyata, the Kaduna state based journalist stands in stark relief as an example of what happens when order breaks down... Read More

Counter Culture Blog

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January 18, 2018

The Big 5: Rohr’s two-year deal, suicide bomb attack in Maiduguri, and other top stories

These are the top five stories from Nigeria you should be monitoring today. Four female suicide bombers attacked Maiduguri, the capital of Borno state, killing 10 people and leaving 65 others injured. Super Eagles coach, Gernot Rohr has signed a new two-year deal with the Nigeria Football Federation. Under him, Eagles emerged as the first African team... Read More

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December 26, 2017

Troops repel attack by suspected Boko Haram insurgents

Nigeria’s Army said it repelled an attack on Monday by suspected Boko Haram insurgents in Maiduguri. Maj. General Nicholas Rogers, who heads Nigeria’s military operations against Boko Haram, said the situation is under control and everyone should go about their business. The government says it is on alert for Boko Haram attacks during the Christmas... Read More

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December 3, 2017

Intelligence Fusion Centre in Maiduguri will stop Boko Haram attacks – Buhari

President Muhammadu Buhari has said the Intelligence Fusion Centre the Federal Government is setting up in Maiduguri will stop the attacks by Boko Haram. Buhari said this while reacting to the bomb attacks in Biu market on Saturday. What happened: More than 13 persons were killed and 53 injured after two female suicide bombers detonated explosive... Read More

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November 20, 2017

[The Injustice Blog] Why the crusade for the #Unimaid4 should not be left in the hands of BBOG

As the Bring Back Our Girls movement resumed its march to the state house to demand the rescue of the 100 plus chibok girls still in captivity, the plight of the kidnapped staff of the University of Maiduguri was also on the front burner of the organisation as they raised their voices for the kidnapped... Read More

Counter Culture Blog

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November 16, 2017

18 people killed, 29 others injured as suicide bombers attack Maiduguri

Two suicide bombers have attacked a crowded surburb of Maiduguri, Borno, on Wednesday, leaving 18 people dead and 29 others injured, Police reports. Highlights: The spokesperson of the Nigeria Police Force in Borno, Victor Isukwu said the attacks were carried out by four suspected Boko Haram suicide bombers. He said the suicide bombers – two... Read More

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October 23, 2017

Police advise Maiduguri residents to be security conscious

The Nigerian Police, Borno Command Monday, urged residents of the state to be vigilant in order to check the spate of suicide bombing coordinated by the insurgent group – Boko Haram. Highlights: The Police Commissioner, Damian Chukwu made the call while updating newsmen on the Sunday night suicide bomb attack in Maiduguri metropolis where he... Read More

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October 23, 2017

Suicide bombers kill 16, injure 18 others in Maiduguri

Boko Haram insurgents on Sunday attacked Maiduguri, the Borno state capital with multiple suicide bombers. Borno State Commissioner of Police, Damien Chukwu, said 16 persons were killed when they struck at two locations. He said the attacks happened at the Muna garage area and Muna Dalti. He said, “On 22-10-2017. Date at about 2020hrs, a Male... Read More

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Buhari

October 13, 2017

The Late 5: What President Buhari discussed with South-east leaders today, 3 female suicide bomber killed in Maiduguri, and other top stories

Good evening. Here are the top 5 stories that drove conversation today: President Muhammadu Buhari met with leaders of the south-east region at the Aso Villa today. According to reports, he met with some state governors and leaders of Ohanaeze Ndigbo. At the meeting, President Buhari, among other things, assured the south-eastern leaders that their... Read More

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October 13, 2017

Three female suicide bombers dead in foiled Maiduguri hospital attack

Three female bombers have been killed while trying to gain entry into the premises of Molai General Hospital, outskirt of Maiduguri township, on the Maiduguri/Damboa highway. The incident occurred when the suicide bombers who had the IED vest strapped on detonated the IEDs on their bodies, killing themselves and damaging the pedestrian gate. In a... Read More

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September 25, 2017

The Late 5: Buhari congratulates Merkel; Peter Okoye says his brother threatened to kill his wife; and other top stories

Good evening Here are the top 5 stories that drove conversations today: President Muhammadu Buhari has joined other world leaders to congratulate German Chancellor Angela Merkel on her victory at the polls granting her a fourth term. Presidential spokesperson, Femi Adesina, stated that President Buhari recalled his interactions with Merkel over the years, especially at the G8... Read More

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September 25, 2017

Police continue clampdown on IDPs’ protests in Maiduguri

The Nigerian Police, Borno command, has arrested some internally displaced persons (IDPs) who staged a peaceful demonstration on Sunday. Reference: The group (protesters on Sunday) led by the Chairman, Bama Initiative for Human Development, Alhaji Muhammad Hassan, said that the Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) would want to return to their respective communities in Bama and continue... Read More

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September 25, 2017

The Big 5: Federal Government to prosecute over 2,500 Boko Haram members; Idyl wins The Voice Nigeria; and other top stories

Good morning. Here are the top 5 stories you should be monitoring today: The Federal Government has announced its plan for a “special prosecution” of at least 2,541 suspected Boko Haram terrorists in its custody this October. The Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami, said the FG will commence the trial... Read More

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September 24, 2017

IDPs in Maiduguri stage peaceful protest

An NGO, the Bama Initiative for Human Development Sunday, staged a peaceful protest in Maiduguri. Their demands: The group’s Chairman, Alhaji Muhammad Hassan, said that the Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) would want to return to their respective communities in Bama and continue their normal activities in view of the prevailing peace in the state. “We have been... Read More

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September 18, 2017

Just In: Suicide bombers ‘kill 15’ in Maiduguri

Two suicide bombers have killed at least 15 people after attacking civilians receiving aid in Borno state. It was gathered that the attack occurred at Mashalari village, near Konduga in Maiduguri. Member of the Civillian Joint Task Force, Babakura Kolo said “There were twin suicide explosions at 11:10 am in Mashalari village (near Konduga), which killed 15... Read More

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August 31, 2017

[The Presidential Blog] UK foreign secretary, Boris Johnson meets with Osinbajo

Donald Trump’s twin from another mother, Boris Johnson spent sometime with the Vice President, Mr Geoffery Onyeama, the Foreign Affairs Minister and Senator Udo Udoma, Minister for Budget and National Planning today. The UK foreign secretary, Boris Johnson, and international development secretary Priti Patel were in Nigeria to show solidarity with the fight to completely... Read More

The Presidential Blog

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August 24, 2017

2 killed, 11 injured in suicide bomb attack in Maiduguri – Police

The Police Command in Borno has said two persons were killed while 11 others have sustained injuries in a suicide bomb attack at Muna Garage area of Maiduguri. ASP Murtala Ibrahim, Deputy Police Public Relations Officer in a statement said a male suicide bomber targeted an armoured vehicle of the Police Special Anti Robbery Squad... Read More

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August 23, 2017

‘Suicide bombers attack Maiduguri’

Suspected suicide bombers have, according to an unconfirmed report by TheCable, struck in the Muna area of Maiduguri, Borno. The report says the incident happened around 2:50 pm on Wednesday, but no details were given – Officials of the Borno State Emergency Management Agency (SEMA) and security agencies have, however, moved to the scene.

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Three bomb explosions rocked Ajilari Cross area of Maiduguri on Tuesday night.

August 15, 2017

27 killed, 83 injured as suicide bombers attack Maiduguri

Suicide bombers suspected to be members of Boko Haram have reportedly killed at least 27 people and wounded 83 in Maiduguri, Borno, Reuters reports. The report: A woman bomber blew herself up and killed 27 others at a market in the village of Konduga near Maiduguri, the epicentre of the conflict between government forces and... Read More

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August 15, 2017

The people of Maiduguri are finished – Shekau (WATCH)

The leader of the Boko Haram, Abubakar Shekau has threatened to carry out fresh attacks in Maiduguri, Borno state. This comes after he said: On June 10, “This is just the beginning.” June 27, “I want to tell you that we are the one that attacked the convoy, here are the vehicles for all to witness, we... Read More

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2 suicide bombers attack Borno community

Two Suicide bombers have attacked Molai, a community on the outskirts of Maiduguri in Borno State. Channels Television reports that the suicide bombers, a male and female, had attempted to gain entry into the General Hospital at Molai around 5:30 am. In the process, they blew themselves, with the loud explosion being heard in parts... Read More

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Service Chiefs meet, seek information on insurgents

The Service Chiefs having arrived in Maiduguri, have met on Tuesday, urging Nigerians to offer information to assist the military in the counter-terrorism campaign. A statement by The Director, Defence Information, John Enenche, said the army needed the information to speed up counter-terrorism in the North-East. “The army appeal to the people to report isolated... Read More

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Service Chiefs arrive Maiduguri following Osinbajo’s order

A few Service Chiefs are currently in Maiduguri, Borno, following the order of Acting President Yemi Osinbajo that they should relocate to the state. At a meeting last Thursday, the acting president asked, chief of army staff, Tukur Buratai, and chief of air staff, Sadique Abubakar, to relocate to Borno. The two military chiefs arrived in... Read More

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Osinbajo orders Service Chiefs to relocate to Maiduguri

Acting President Yemi Osinbajo has directed the Chief of Army Staff, Tukur Buratai and the Chief of Air Staff, Sadique Abubakar to relocate to Maiduguri, Borno state capital, with immediate effect. This order came after an emergency meeting with some service chiefs on Thursday. The acting president said there was a need for them to be... Read More

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48 corpses of soldiers, NNPC, JTF officials killed in Boko Haram attacks arrive Maiduguri

Corpses of 18 Soldiers, 15 Civilian JTF, 5 university staff and 4 NNPC drivers, killed by Boko Haram terrorists during an oil exploration to the Lake Chad Basin have arrived Maiduguri Teaching Hospital in Borno. According to Punch, Sources at the UMTH and the Maimalari Army Barrack confirmed that the corpses were brought into Maiduguri from... Read More

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Army neutralises 8 female bombers

Troops of Operation LAFIYA DOLE have in the past few days intensified efforts towards checkmating suicide bombings in Borno State of North East Nigeria. According to a statement by Lieutenant Colonel Kingsley Samuel, Deputy Director Army Public Relations 7 Division, troops neutralised not less than 8 female suicide bombers who were unleashed by remnants of... Read More

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Three bomb explosions rocked Ajilari Cross area of Maiduguri on Tuesday night.

Multiple explosions rock Maiduguri

Multiple explosions were heard in Maiduguri on Tuesday night, the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports. NAN reports that six explosions occurred between 10:45 and 11:00 PM. About four explosives were detonated simultaneously while two other powerful sounds were also heard some 15 minutes later. [Read Also: 12 DEAD, 18 INJURED IN SUICIDE ATTACKS IN MAIDUGURI... Read More

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