Oby Ezekwesili warns that Nigeria’s recurring student abductions reflect the corruption impact on weakened state institutions, arguing that persistent failures have fueled worsening insecurity
President Tinubu redeploys 100,000 police to boost community security as military intensifies operations to rescue abducted schoolchildren in Niger and Kwara states.
The Senate on Thursday called for immediate action to arrest terrorists infiltrating from Mali-Burkina Faso to Nigeria's northwest and Niger state, stressing the need for military capacity and community engagement.
Nigeria's Senate is urging President Bola Tinubu to take decisive action to address the escalating banditry crisis in the country's northwest region. Senators expressed deep concern over the continued violence, which has resulted in numerous deaths, kidnappings, and the displacement of entire communities.
Nigerian senators are embroiled in a heated debate over a bill proposing a ban on open grazing and the establishment of cattle ranches. Proponents argue the bill is necessary to end deadly farmer-herder clashes, while opponents raise concerns about constitutionality and practicality.
Oby Ezekwesili warns that Nigeria’s recurring student abductions reflect the corruption impact on weakened state institutions, arguing that persistent failures have fueled worsening insecurity
President Tinubu redeploys 100,000 police to boost community security as military intensifies operations to rescue abducted schoolchildren in Niger and Kwara states.
Thirty eight worshippers abducted during a church service in Kwara have regained freedom, with officials crediting the release to coordinated efforts led by President Tinubu.