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December 16, 2025

Four Bandits Neutralised as Kogi Government Confirms Attack on Ayetoro Kiri

By Sam Biodun Ogundipe in London The Kogi State Government has confirmed an attack by suspected bandits on Ayetoro Kiri community in Kabba/Bunu Local Government Area of the state, disclosing that four of the assailants were neutralised by local hunters during a fierce gun battle. Speaking with newsmen in Lokoja on Monday, the Commissioner for... Read More
Africa News, Breaking News, community, Crime, Governance, Military, Nigeria News, Police, Politics
December 14, 2025

AVIATION: A 50% Solution: How Capping Government Charges Can Revive Nigerian Air Travel

When Nigerian airline operators say that up to 60% of an airfare goes to government charges, they are not exaggerating. Industry leaders, from major airlines, including chairmen of major airline companies in the country, have repeatedly drawn attention to this structural imbalance. Yet public debate continues to focus narrowly on airline pricing, even prompting the... Read More
Africa News, Breaking News, Business, Featured, Governance, World News
December 2, 2025

Gov Ododo presents 2026 budget of ₦820.49b to Kogi Assembly

By Sam Biodun Ogundipe in London   Kogi State Governor Alhaji Ahmed Usman Ododo has submitted a budget estimate of ₦820.49 billion for 2026.   The estimate, which is said to focus on infrastructure expansion and improved service delivery, was presented to the Kogi State House of Assembly on Tuesday.   Governor Ododo had earlier in November unveiled... Read More
Africa News, Breaking News, community, Finance, Governance, Nigeria News, Politics
December 2, 2025

2026 Armed Forces Remembrance Day: President Tinubu Launches Emblem, Hails Troops’ Bravery

Festus Fifen President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Tuesday launched the 2026 Armed Forces Remembrance Day emblem appeal fund at the State House, Abuja, commending the courage and dedication of troops confronting terrorism, insurgency, banditry, and other security threats across the country. Speaking during the launch of the Armed Forces Remembrance Day, usually commemorated annually on... Read More
Africa News, Breaking News, community, Governance, Nigeria Capital, Nigeria News, Politics
December 2, 2025

National Security: President Tinubu Nominates Chris Musa as Defence Minister, Writes to Senate for Confirmation

By Festus Fifen Barely 24 Hours after the Nigeria Defence Minister Abubakar Badaru Resigned his appointment citing health reasons, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has nominated General Christopher Gwabin Musa as the new Minister of Defence. In a letter to Senate President Godswill Akpabio, President Tinubu conveyed General Musa’s nomination as the successor to Alhaji Mohammed... Read More
Africa News, Breaking News, Defence, Governance, Military, Nigeria Capital, Nigeria News
December 2, 2025

Nigeria’s Security Crossroads: Why Experience, Even Controversial – Needed

As Nigeria enters a new phase of security restructuring following the resignation of Defence Minister Mohammed Badaru, expectations are high. Citizens across all regions – the North battling insurgency and banditry, the Middle Belt confronting kidnappers & attacks, and the South-East facing separatist-linked violence, simply want one thing: real safety. The world is watching to... Read More
Africa News, Breaking News, community, Governance, Military, Nigeria News, Police, Trending, World News
December 1, 2025

Nigeria Defence Minister Resigns Amidst Security Challenges Facing The Country, Cites Health Issues

By Festus Fifen Nigeria’s defence minister, Alhaji Mohammed Badaru Abubakar, has resigned his appointment, with immediate effect. This is coming amidst Current Security Challenges Facing the Country in recent times. In a letter dated December 1, sent to President Bola Tinubu, Abubakar said he was quitting on health grounds. According to a statement from the... Read More
Africa News, Breaking News, community, Crime, Defence, Governance, Military, Nigeria Capital, Nigeria News, Politics
November 30, 2025

Kogi: Bandits abduct pastor, wife, other worshippers

By Sam Biodun Ogundipe in London   Armed bandits on Sunday attacked a church service in Ejiba, a community in Yagba West Local Government Area of Kogi State, abducting several worshippers The attack reportedly occurred at a newly established Cherubim and Seraphim Church, according to a community-based news outlet. Church members dispersed in fear as... Read More
Africa News, Breaking News, community, Crime, Defence, Governance, Military, Nigeria News, Police, Politics
November 28, 2025

Major Bandit Commanders Have Relocated to Kogi, We Will Take Battle to Their Camp – Gov Ododo

By Sam Biodun Ogundipe in London   Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo has vowed that Kogi state will not bow to bandits and other criminals.   Speaking after an emergency security stakeholders meeting in Lokoja on Thursday, Governor Ododo confirmed that security operatives have tracked major bandits commanders to locations within the state in the last... Read More
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November 27, 2025

Akpabio Assures Police Retirees of Exit From Contributory Pension Scheme

By Festus Fifen President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio has assured protesting police officers who have been keeping vigil at the gate of the National Assembly over their inclusion in the Contributory Pension Scheme, that their problem is over. Akpabio assured the leadership of the retirees that the issue would be given a speedy hearing... Read More
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