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VP Shettima Visits Kebbi After Schoolgirls’ Abduction, Conveys Tinubu’s Message
Vice President Kashim Shettima has arrived in Kebbi State following the abduction of students from Government Girls Secondary School, Maga, in Danko-Wasagu Local Government Area. His aircraft landed at the Sir Ahmadu Bello International Airport in Birnin Kebbi on Tuesday. Shettima, who was sent on the directive of President Bola Tinubu, is expected to meet state officials, visit families of the abducted girls, and receive a comprehensive briefing on the situation. He was accompanied by the Director General of NEMA, Zubaida Umar, and other government officials. The tragic attack, which occurred during a bandit invasion, claimed the life of the…
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44 Lawmakers Petition President Tinubu for Nnamdi Kanu’s Release and Political Dialogue
44 federal lawmakers from across northern and southern Nigeria have jointly written to President Bola Tinubu, urging him to release Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) leader Nnamdi Kanu from detention. The lawmakers, operating under the banner of Concerned Federal Lawmakers, also called for the convening of an all-inclusive political roundtable to address national challenges and pursue a lasting resolution to tensions in the Southeast. In their two-page letter and accompanying resolution, the legislators requested that President Tinubu direct the Attorney General of the Federation to discontinue Kanu’s prosecution. They argued that halting the trial and initiating constructive dialogue would promote…
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We stand with victims of Kebbi school attack — First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu
Senator Oluremi Tinubu, First Lady of Nigeria, has condemned the brutal attack on Government Girls’ Comprehensive Senior Secondary School (GGCSS) in Maga, Kebbi State, where bandits killed Vice Principal Malami Hassan Yakubu Makuku and abducted 25 students. During a visit by the Wives of Service Chiefs to the State House, Abuja, Tinubu observed a minute of silence in honor of the victims. She praised the new service chiefs for their dedication to national security and recognized their spouses for supporting community welfare initiatives across the country. The First Lady urged the service chiefs’ wives to collaborate with her office, highlighting…
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(video) If we see you in Warri, we will strip you naked- Warri residents send tell VDM following in-flight brawl with Mr Jollof
Tensions have escalated in Warri, Delta State, following the mid-air clash between social media personalities Very Dark Man (VDM) and Mr Jollof on Monday, November 17. A group of local men has now vowed to strip VDM naked if he ever returns to their city. In a video circulating online, the men expressed support for Mr Jollof, praising him for standing up to VDM. They explained that they once admired VDM, but their respect has vanished after his altercation with one of their own. The incident continues to dominate conversations online, highlighting the intense local backlash against VDM over the…
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Christian genocide: ‘Focus on your anaconda music, stop chasing clout’ – Abati slams Nicki Minaj over UN speech
Former presidential aide Reuben Abati has dismissed Nicki Minaj’s planned appearance at the United Nations as clout-chasing. The American rapper is set to speak today in New York alongside U.S. ambassador Mike Waltz on alleged Christian persecution in Nigeria. Waltz announced the collaboration on X, saying he wanted to use Nicki’s huge platform to draw attention to what he called atrocities against Christians. Nicki Minaj, who has previously criticised Nigerian leaders over insecurity, said she was grateful for the opportunity. But Abati argued on Arise News that the rapper has no business speaking on Nigeria’s internal issues. According to him,…
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“You can’t be a Christian and a feminist at the same time. Christianity is built in patriarchy” – Actress, Etinosa Idemudia
Actress Etinosa Idemudia has sparked debate online after stating that a person cannot be both a Christian and a feminist. In a post shared on X, she argued that Christianity is rooted in patriarchy, making the two identities incompatible.
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I don’t want Regina Daniels back in my house – Ned Nwoko
Delta North Senator Ned Nwoko has made it clear he will not reconcile with his estranged wife, actress Regina Daniels. In a statement shared on Instagram, the lawmaker denied having any recent communication with her, insisting instead that she needs professional therapy. Nwoko released what he said was their last WhatsApp exchange from October 17, explaining that Regina has allegedly been struggling with hard drug use, which he claims triggered violent and irrational behaviour. He said the message was published to clarify the timeline and the ultimatum he gave regarding rehabilitation. According to the statement, Nwoko is not seeking her…
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Nigeria cannot continue on this path, citizens deserve protection, dignity, and peace – Atiku condemns Kebbi school attack, Zamfara killings
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has condemned the killing of a vice principal and the abduction of students at Government Girls Comprehensive Senior Secondary School, Maga, in Kebbi State, calling it another alarming reminder of Nigeria’s worsening insecurity. In a statement shared on X, Atiku also decried the murder of APC chieftain Umar Moriki and the mass kidnappings in Tsafe LGA of Zamfara, where armed groups abducted entire families, including women and children. He noted that similar attacks, killings, and displacements continue to plague Plateau, Benue, and other states, while fear is driving residents of Shanono LGA in Kano from…
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VDM and Mr Jollof’s mid-flight fight is a “diversionary tactic to prevent people from discussing the country’s real problem – Catholic Priest, Fr. Chidi Unegbu
A Nigerian Catholic priest, Rev. Fr. Chidi Angelo Unegbu, has cautioned Nigerians against getting carried away by trending social media controversies, suggesting that some viral topics are purposely amplified to divert public attention from the country’s real challenges. Reacting to the recent mid-flight clash between social critics Very Dark Man (VDM) and Mr Jollof, the priest said such sensational stories are crowding out more important national conversations. In a Facebook post on Monday, he wrote: “It seems that some people are deliberately promoting these diversionary tactics on Nigerian social media to prevent people from discussing the country’s real problems. Today,…
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Put World Cup loss behind, focus on AFCON – Tinubu tells Super Eagles
Following the Super Eagles’ heartbreaking exit from the FIFA World Cup qualifiers, President Bola Tinubu has urged the national team to quickly regroup and turn their attention to the upcoming 2025 African Cup of Nations (AFCON). In a statement issued by his spokesperson, Bayo Onanuga, the President praised the players for their effort despite Sunday’s painful loss to DR Congo. Nigeria’s 2026 World Cup hopes collapsed after a tense 1-1 draw in Morocco, followed by a 4-3 penalty shootout defeat, marking the country’s second consecutive failure to reach the tournament. Tinubu acknowledged the nation’s disappointment but stressed the need for…
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VDM and Mr Jollof Will Face Full Wrath of the Law After In-Flight Fight – NCAA
The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has vowed to take strong action against social critics Very Dark Man (VDM) and Mr Jollof after their physical altercation inside a United Nigeria Airlines aircraft at the Asaba International Airport on Sunday, November 17. NCAA spokesperson Michael Achimugu reacted to the incident in a detailed post on X, condemning the influencers for endangering passengers and violating aviation safety rules. Achimugu, who was mid-flight when he first saw the viral video, said the behaviour displayed by both men was “unacceptable,” especially from individuals who regularly preach discipline to millions of followers online. He explained…
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Bandits raid girls secondary school in Kebbi, kill vice principal, kidnap several students
Armed bandits stormed Government Girls Comprehensive Senior Secondary School (GGCSS), Maga in Danko-Wasagu LGA of Kebni state killing the Vice Principal and abducting an unknown number of students. The attackers reportedly struck late at night, leaving the Vice Principal, Malam Hassan Yakubu Makuku, dead after he bravely attempted to protect his students during the invasion. A resident, Murjanatu Hassan Gishiri, described the attack as devastating and terrifying, saying the bandits operated freely without resistance. “It is a heartbreaking tragedy that has thrown the entire region into deep fear and mourning,” she said. The exact number of kidnapped students is still…
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