Author: Maryam Sulaiman

In a major diplomatic breakthrough, Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has announced a comprehensive peace agreement between the United States and Iran, aiming to permanently end military hostilities between the two nations. Sharif, whose country served as a key mediator in the intensive negotiations, shared the development in a statement on X. He revealed that both Washington and Tehran have agreed to permanently halt military operations and transition toward a diplomatic resolution. “Following intensive talks, we are pleased to announce that the Peace Deal between the United States of America and Islamic Republic of Iran has been REACHED,” the Pakistani…

Residents of the Bwari community in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) were left in deep shock on Saturday following the discovery of an unidentified, middle-aged woman’s beheaded body inside an uncompleted building. The horrific find came to light after locals noticed a strong, foul odor coming from the abandoned structure. Upon investigating the source, they stumbled upon the decomposing corpse and immediately alerted the rest of the neighborhood. One resident, who spoke anonymously, noted that the state of the body suggested the murder had occurred roughly two days prior.”The offensive smell coming from the building attracted the attention of people…

The Christian Association of Nigeria has designated Sunday as a nationwide Black Sunday to honor the individuals who have lost their lives to insecurity across the country. The association described the ongoing crisis as a national tragedy that has shattered numerous families through relentless violence, terrorism, kidnapping, and banditry. In a direct message to the Christian community, CAN President, Archbishop Daniel Okoh, explained that the observance serves to mourn the men, women, children, clergy, farmers, students, and entire communities whose lives have been deeply impacted by the country’s deteriorating security situation. “Today, we are not only mourning; we are speaking…

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has expressed deep shock over the tragic death of retired Major General Rabe Abubakar, who passed away while being held captive by terrorists in Katsina State. In a statement issued by his media aide, Bayo Onanuga, the President extended his heartfelt condolences to the Katsina State government, the Nigerian Armed Forces, and the deceased’s family. He offered special prayers for the General’s wife, who remains in the custody of the abductors. President Tinubu emphasized that despite the tragic outcome, the federal government will remain resolute and will not succumb to demands for the release of detained…

Operatives of the Department of State Services have apprehended a suspected arms courier in Kano State who was allegedly moving a cache of weapons intended for a notorious bandit leader operating in Zamfara State. According to an operational report made available to the News Agency of Nigeria in Abuja on Saturday, the suspect was caught on Friday in the Gezawa Local Government Area of Kano State following actionable intelligence. The report indicated that the suspect was intercepted while transporting weapons and ammunition from the Maigatari Local Government Area of Jigawa State toward Funtua in Katsina State, with the ultimate goal…

Operatives of the Nigeria Police Force have apprehended a man identified as Nwali Nwibo for allegedly fabricating and circulating false information regarding an invasion of the Nguzu Edda Community in the Edda Local Government Area of Ebonyi State by bandits and Fulani herdsmen. The state command’s spokesperson, SP Joshua Ukandu, confirmed the arrest in a press statement released on Friday night. According to Ukandu, the arrest was the result of a meticulous, intelligence-driven investigation carried out by the command. The investigation successfully proved that the invasion reports were completely false and ultimately led tracking down and securing the suspect. Following…

Nigeria’s Minister of Defence, General Christopher Musa (retd.), has stated that the ongoing battle against terrorism, banditry, and insurgency persists because criminal networks continue to receive critical backing from their sponsors and select members of the public. He noted that terrorists and bandits are heavily dependent on local accomplices for sustenance, intelligence, logistics, and financing. He cautioned that overcoming insecurity will remain a monumental challenge until everyday citizens collectively choose to reject and expose those aiding these criminal elements. The Defence Minister shared these insights on Friday during the 2026 edition of The Platform Nigeria, an annual national discourse organized…

Operatives of the Katsina State Police Command have successfully thwarted a kidnapping attempt, rescuing nine abducted passengers after a swift tactical operation along the Katsina-Kankara highway. The Command’s Public Relations Officer, DSP Abubakar Sadiq, confirmed the development in a statement issued on Saturday. He detailed how police operatives engaged suspected armed bandits in a fierce gun battle, ultimately forcing them to abandon their captives. The incident took place on Friday, June 12, 2026, at approximately 2:30 PM. A group of armed bandits had set up a barricade on the Katsina-Kankara Road at Tashar Kanya Village, located within the Kankara Local…

Barrister Hannatu Musa Musawa, the Minister of Art, Culture, Tourism and Creative Economy, has delivered a deeply moving tribute to the legendary figures and martyrs of Nigeria’s democratic journey. In her address, she challenged citizens to protect the foundational values of unity, personal sacrifice, and active civic participation that originally paved the way for democratic governance in the country. As reported by News Point Nigeria, Musawa penned a dedicated Democracy Day spoken-word piece titled “Honouring the Heroes of June 12th.” Through this creative medium, she reflected on the immense costs paid by prominent pro-democracy activists who fought to restore civilian…

Activists, civil society organizations, and frustrated citizens flooded the streets of Lagos on Friday, utilizing Democracy Day to launch a renewed #EndBadGovernance demonstration. The crowd gathered to demand swift government intervention regarding the nation’s escalating economic distress, widespread joblessness, insecurity, and the soaring cost of living. Despite the heavy presence of security personnel, the procession remained peaceful. Demonstrators marched through the city hoisting placards with stark messages including, “Free All Captives Now,” “End Anti-People Policies Now,” and “For a Living Wage and Mass Creation of Employment.” The resurgence of public anger follows on the heels of recent back-to-back mass kidnappings…