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Police Secure Release of 10 Detainees During Cross River-Benue Border Conflict
Police have rescued 10 people held in Yala, Cross River State, amid rising communal violence between residents of Cross River and Benue states.
IPCR Warns Benue Peace Initiatives at Risk Following MACBAN Chairman’s Murder
The IPCR has condemned the assassination of MACBAN Benue Chairman Ardo Risku Mohammed, warning that the loss undermines vital local peacebuilding initiatives.
Two fatalities reported following separate violent incidents in Plateau State
A community leader and a woman recovering from injuries have died in separate violent attacks across Plateau State, prompting local groups to demand increased security.
Cleric rejects criminal pardons as contrary to Islamic law
Dr. Abdulateef Abdulhakeem argues that granting pardons to convicted criminals contradicts Islamic principles and calls for the establishment of Shari’ah courts as permitted by the Nigerian Constitution.
Bandits kill four and kidnap twelve in Sokoto village attack
Gunmen launched a deadly assault on Illela Dawagware village in Sokoto State, killing an imam and three others while kidnapping 12 local residents.
Okoritak residents call on Host Community Development Trusts to fund clean water projects
Okoritak community members in Akwa Ibom State are requesting that Host Community Development Trusts prioritize the construction of sustainable water infrastructure to resolve long-standing supply issues.
Bayelsa Community Unrest Erupts After Protest Against Youth Arrests Turns Violent
Tension has gripped the Biseni clan in Bayelsa State as a protest by women against the arrest of several youths escalated into a violent confrontation with soldiers, resulting in injuries.
APC Chairman Yilwatda Supports Victims of Bokkos Attacks
APC National Chairman Professor Nentawe Yilwatda Goshwe visited Bokkos, Plateau State, to offer relief and reconstruction support to victims of a recent deadly attack in Kawel community.
Three firefighters killed in Colorado-Utah border wildfire
Three firefighters died and two were injured while battling wildfires on the Colorado-Utah border during a sudden burnover incident.
Four Men Receive 95-Year Prison Terms for Gang-Raping Minor in Niger State
A Minna court has sentenced four men to a total of 95 years in prison for the gang-rape of a 13-year-old girl in Kontagora, Niger State.