Reframing Nigeria’s Violent Security Crisis: Strategic Policy Pathways For De-Escalating Ethnic Tensions And Achieving Sustainable National Peace

By Sylvester Udemezue The persistent crisis and widespread violence in many parts of Nigeria continue to reveal a central underlying issue: the unresolved question of cattle management and the long-standing tensions surrounding pastoral mobility, land use, and agricultural livelihoods. At its core, the conflict is not merely about livestock; it is about identity, survival, security, […]

“If We Must Demand Justice For Kanu, Then Demand Justice For Thousands Murdered In Igbo Land” — Kalu Urges Holistic Resolution Over Court Battles

*Says Over 30,000 Igbos Killed, Businesses Razed, Families Shattered During IPOB Clashes Senator Orji Uzor Kalu said Nigeria’s escalating insecurity is the result of politically orchestrated sabotage aimed at derailing President Bola Tinubu’s administration ahead of the 2027 elections. In a heated exchange on Channels Television’s Politics Today, the senator representing Abia North defended the […]

“Publish NDDC Audit Report Now” — Court Orders Tinubu To Release Names Of Those Indicted In Alleged N6trn Misappropriation

The Federal High Court sitting in Abuja, in a landmark judgment, has ordered President Bola Tinubu to direct the office of the Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice to widely publish the names of those indicted in the alleged misappropriation of over N6 trillion meant to implement the abandoned 13,777 projects and […]

“Kanu’s Conviction Has No Legal Foundation” — Fred Nzeako Faults Trial Under Repealed Terrorism Law, Says Court Became Functus Officio

In a candid interview on Arise TV, constitutional lawyer and public affairs analyst Fred Nzeako delivered a scathing critique of the recent conviction and sentencing of Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) leader Nnamdi Kanu, describing the judicial process as a “travesty of justice” marred by procedural flaws and judicial overreach. Nzeako also weighed in on […]

El-Rufai Alleges Kaduna Govt Paid Bandits ₦1bn Ransom, Apologized To Them – Issues Challenge For Denial As State Demands Proof

Former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai has made explosive allegations against the administration of Governor Uba Sani, claiming it paid bandits ₦1 billion as ransom after school abductions and even issued apologies to the criminal groups. In a fiery interview on Channels TV’s Politics Today, El-Rufai challenged the government to publicly refute the claims, insisting […]

Tinubu Orders Withdrawal Of Police Officers From VIP Duty, Approves Recruitment Of 30,000 New Officers

President Bola Tinubu has directed the withdrawal of police officers currently assigned to protect Very Important Persons (VIPs) across the country, mandating that they refocus on core policing duties. A statement issued by his spokesman, Bayo Onanuga, said the decision follows a security meeting held on Sunday in Abuja with service chiefs, the Inspector General […]

FIRS Dismisses Atiku’s Claim Of Revenue ‘Cartel,’ Defends Appointment Of Xpress Payments Under TSA

The Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) has rejected former Vice President Atiku Abubakar’s allegations regarding the engagement of Xpress Payment Solutions Limited as a platform under its Treasury Single Account (TSA) revenue collection system, describing the claims as “incorrect and misleading.” In a statement signed by Arabinrin Aderonke Atoyebi, Technical Assistant on Broadcast Media to […]

“No Mass Abduction, Students Only Fled Into Bush” — Gov. Bago Disputes CAN Chairman’s Figures, Says Pupils Beginning To Return

The Niger State Governor, Mohammed Umaru Bago, has stirred a major controversy over the attack on St Mary’s Catholic Missionary School in Papiri community, Agwara Local Government Area of the state, when he declared that no student was abducted by bandits. He said the students only ran into the bush after the bandits came to […]

“ShopRite Faces Legal Enforcement Over N1.76B Judgment Debt After Default” — Creditors Demand Action Following Court Settlement Breach

Retail Supermarkets Nigeria Limited (RSNL), operating as ShopRite, is facing imminent legal enforcement over a N1.76 billion judgment debt following its failure to fully comply with a court-approved settlement in favour of African Retail Tabloid Limited (ARTL) and UEL Global Resources Limited (UEL). The demand was communicated in a letter dated November 7, 2025, addressed […]