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April 4, 2016
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Nigerian soldiers rescue 275 Boko Haram captives

The Nigerian Army has revealed that 275 hostages have been rescued from Boko Haram terrorists around Madawaya general area, in Borno. According to a statement released by the Acting Director, Army Public Relations, Colonel Sani Kukasheka Usman, troops of the 152 Task Force Battalion alongside troops of Sector 1 of Multinational Joint Task Force on... Read More
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January 30, 2016
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Suicide bombers now disguise as ‘mad men’ – Army

The Nigeria army has alerted citizens that the insurgent terrorist group, Boko Haram has devised a new tactic to infiltrate the North-east to carry out bomb attacks. Following Friday’s bomb blast at Gombi market, Adamawa, the army has revealed that the insurgents now disguise people as ‘mad men’ to carry out attacks. This was disclosed... Read More
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December 25, 2015
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Civilian fighters in North East to be integrated into Army

geria’s Defense Minister, Mansur Muhammad Dan-Ali, on Thursday disclosed that some Several civilians- mostly vigilantes- who have been fighting with the Joint Task Force against Islamic terrorist sect, Boko Haram, will soon be integrated into the nation’s armed forces. Minister of Defence, Mansur Muhammad Dan-Ali, made this disclosure on Thursday, December 24. While paying a... Read More
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November 14, 2015
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‘We’ve degraded Boko Haram, they can’t attack South-West’ – Army

The Defence Headquarters has debunked allegations that the insurgent group, Boko Haram was planning to attack some South-Western states of Nigeria. In a statement put out by the acting Director of Defence Information, Rabe Abubakar, on Saturday, the army described the report as baseless and unfounded. According to Abubakar, Boko Haram has been degraded in the North East,... Read More
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June 25, 2015
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Senator Ndume defeats Ahmed Lawan in mock election for Senate Leader

The brouhaha surrounding the selection of principal officers of the Senate by the All Progressives Congress Senators, yet lingers. Although the party had in its letter to the Senate President, Bukola Saraki, zoned the Senate Leader position to the North-East, the zone would however, oppose the selected individual. At a mock poll conducted by the North-East... Read More
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May 18, 2015
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Buhari not impressed with military performance in North-east

by Ranti Joseph The President-elect, Muhammadu Buhari, isn’t happy with the military’s inability to secure the lives and property of Nigerians affected by the Boko Haram insurgency stating that his administration will maintain prudence by ensuring that people live within their means. Buhari, who spoke when members of the Arewa Consultative Forum (ACF) visited him... Read More
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May 17, 2015
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Northern Senators sign pact regarding Senate Presidency

by James Sambo Irrespective of their political affiliation, the frontline runners for the race of Senate Presidency have agreed to work together and not to resort to blackmail, regardless of who emerges. The leading candidates for the seat from the North East, Senator Mohammed Ali Ndume and Senator Ahmad Lawan, have reportedly agreed to support each other... Read More
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May 1, 2015
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APC has a battle on its hands, as Dogara gets ready to fight Gbajabiamila

by Kolapo Olapoju The All Progressives Congress is facing what is perhaps its biggest challenge since emerging victorious in the recently concluded general elections. The party is in a quagmire of sorts as it seeks to elect leaders for the upper and lower chambers of the National Assembly. It is believed that the leadership of... Read More
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April 30, 2015
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Senate Presidency: Tinubu met with Akume yesterday and they talked about…

by Kolapo Olapoju National leader of the All Progressives Congress, Asiwaju Bola Tinubu met with one of the leading contenders for the Senate presidency, Senator George Akume, on Wednesday, April 29. The meeting reportedly took place around 3pm at Tinubu’s personal residence. It is believed that Tinubu advised Akume to put aside his ambition for the... Read More
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April 26, 2015
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THE 2015 TRACKLIST: North-east lobby for senate presidency seat | Ahmed Joda heads Buhari’s transition committee | Obiano begs GMB for Ndigbo appointments | More stories

North-East lobbying Buhari for senate presidency seat. Leadership Ahmed Joda heads Buhari’s transition committee. ThisDay CNPP says APC is not planning one party state. Punch Fayose impeachment proceedings on hold. Leadership Obiano begs Buhari for Ndigbo appointments. Punch Tinubu dishing out promises of what Buhari will do. Leadership Any govt officials with private guards should... Read More
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April 24, 2015
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This is what happened at the APC zoning meeting

by Kolapo Olapoju The zoning meeting between senior members of the All Progressives Congress reportedly ended in a stalemate on Wednesday night. The meeting was held to resolve issues concerning the zoning of top offices in the National Assembly, however, as a result of the contest between the leaders of the North-East and South-West for... Read More
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March 18, 2015
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If recaptured towns aren’t ready for elections, does this mean another postponement?

by James Sambo After a Security Council meeting presided over by President Goodluck Jonathan, the Chief of Army Staff, Lt. Gen. Kenneth Minimah, stated that the North-East communities liberated from Boko Haram, do not have the necessary structures to facilitate an election. While speaking to journalists on Tuesday, March 17, Minimah said that government structures... Read More
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March 2, 2015
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Boko Haram may attack schools, parks & worship centres – Military warn Nigerians

by Panshak Ibrahim As a result of the recent massive air bombardments and pounding of Boko Haram insurgents in the North-east, military authorities have alerted Nigerians of plans to carry out suicide bombings in several parts of the country. According to the military, soft targets such as markets, recreation centres, parks, and malls are being... Read More
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February 22, 2015
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There must be no negotiation with Boko Haram – Ijaw Youth Council warns

by Iyobosa Omoregie The Ijaw Youth Council (IYC) has warned the Nigerian military and government forces of neighbouring countries, against entering into any form of negotiation with Boko Haram insurgents. As the joint operation against the militants ensue, the IYC has cautioned against ceasefire, saying “any idea of negotiation or peace moves” from Boko Haram... Read More
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February 22, 2015
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‘My team initially underrated Boko Haram’s capacity’ – GEJ admits

by Azubuike Azikiwe President Goodluck Jonathan has admitted that his administration underestimated the capability of terrorist sect, Boko Haram. In an interview published on ThisDay Newspapers on Sunday, February 22, Jonathan stated that the menace of the insurgents has affected his government more than any other shortcoming. He said: “I think the thing that has... Read More
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February 19, 2015
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Boko Haram members infiltrate IDP camps – FG reveals

by Panshak Ibrahim On Wednesday, February 18, the federal government pointed out that some Boko Haram insurgents have infiltrated the camps of Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs). According to the government, members of the sect who were flushed out from their hideouts during recent military operations in the North-east have found their way to different IDP... Read More
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February 14, 2015
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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 problem however is that they may not be here legally: they are mercenaries as South Africa’s defence minister, Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula has said stating that they... Read More
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February 13, 2015
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No, CAN did not endorse Buhari – Arewa

by Ranti Joseph The Arewa Citizens Action for Change (ACAC) on Thursday refuted alleged reports that the North-East chapter of Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) had endorsed the candidature of All Progressives Congress (APC) presidential candidate, Muhammadu Bahuri in the forthcoming general elections. ACAC said that neither CAN nor its Chairman Shu’aibu Byal, endorsed Buhari.... Read More
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February 4, 2015
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US warns citizens to be careful while travelling around Nigeria

by Kolapo Olapoju Following the rampant attacks of the terrorist sect, Boko Haram and the fear of election violence, the United States government on Tuesday, February 3, warned its citizens in Nigeria to avoid travelling to the B A statement issued by the Department of State urged its citizens in Nigeria to consider their own personal... Read More
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December 27, 2014
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Pres. Jonathan will campaign even in Boko Haram ravaged areas

by James Sambo   President Goodluck Jonathan will be visiting the Boko-Haram ravaged areas in the North-east to campaign for his re-election bid. The development was communicated by the Peoples Democratic Party National Secretary, Prof. Wale Oladipo, who revealed that the President would visit all parts of the country, including the North-east, to seek the... Read More
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December 27, 2014
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Yet again, Sultan of Sokoto disowns Boko Haram

by James Sambo   The Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Sa’ad Abubakar, has disowned Islamic terrorist sect, Boko Haram. According to the monarch, the doctrine of the terrorist sect has no resemblance to that of true Muslims. The Sultan made the comments at the formal opening of the annual Islamic Vacation Course, organised by the Muslim... Read More
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December 20, 2014
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7 things you didn’t read yesterday (but should have)

by Kolapo Olapoju 1. Can we take a moment to pray that God would bestow ‘wisdom’ on President Goodluck Jonathan…..Amen! The president says every time he seeks advice, he gets contrary opinions and multiple suggestion. He is therefore using this opportunity to plead with Nigerians to pray to God to make him wise enough “to... Read More
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December 4, 2014
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Opinion: Dear North-East Christian and Muslim youths, you are foolish!

by Inibehe Effiong Dear Christian and Muslim youths in the North East of Nigeria, Let me begin by saying clearly that I share in your pains and agonies. I understand the untold and excruciating sufferings that you are experiencing in these harrowing season of ferocious and heartless attacks against you, your properties and loved ones.... Read More
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November 4, 2014
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GEJ has failed to transform Nigeria, does not deserve second term – Fashola

by Kolapo Olapoju According to the Governor of Lagos State, Batunde Fashola, the administration of President Goodluck Jonathan has failed Nigerians, and consequently, he does not deserve a second term in office. Fashola made the comments at the opening ceremony of Women In Business Conference in Lagos on Monday, 4 November, where he also accused the... Read More
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