The massacre of approximately 200 villagers in Yelewata, Guma Local Government Area of Benue State, on June 13, 2025, has prompted a decisive response from Nigeria’s security agencies and political leadership. Chief of Defence Staff General Christopher Musa and Inspector-General of Police Kayode Egbetokun arrived in the state on Monday to lead a joint cross-border manhunt for the assailants. General Musa, after assessing the destruction, pledged to change military strategies to better confront the terrorists. “In every society, including the military, there are always people who compromise,” he said. “We’re here to ensure that we address such.” He highlighted the…
Author: Oluwadara Akingbohungbe
In a significant shift of plans, President Bola Tinubu has postponed his scheduled official visit to Kaduna State, opting instead to travel to Benue State on Wednesday, June 18, 2025. This decision highlights the federal government’s focus on tackling the persistent violence and unrest in Benue. The announcement came through a statement signed by Bayo Onanuga, the President’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, on Monday. Onanuga stated, “The President’s visit aims to assess firsthand the recurring crisis that has claimed numerous lives and caused significant destruction.” The Kaduna visit, initially set for June 18 to commission various state government…
The Federal Government has taken a pivotal step in youth engagement by launching the official digital portal for the forthcoming Nigeria Youth Conference, also known as the National Youth Confab. This platform aims to bring young Nigerians into the heart of policy dialogue and national development. Minister of Youth Development, Ayodele Olawande, announced the launch on Monday, describing the initiative as “more than just a conference,” and calling it “a generational turning point, a national movement, and a call to action.” The Youth Confab was first announced by President Bola Tinubu during his Independence Day broadcast on October 1, 2024.…
On Monday, the Federal High Court in Abuja refused the Federal Government’s request to issue an arrest warrant against Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, suspended from representing Kogi Central, after she failed to appear for arraignment in a defamation case. Justice Muhammed Umar ruled against the prosecution’s application, noting that the senator had not been formally served with the charge or hearing notice before the court date. The Federal Government’s lawyer, David Kaswe, stated the charge was served on Akpoti-Uduaghan’s lawyer only that morning, which the judge said was insufficient for expecting her presence in court. Kaswe argued that the senator should…
Delta State Police Command has detained two individuals, Ekene Chroma and Okafor Jonathan, both from Aniocha North LGA, on allegations of gun running. The suspects, residing in Okpanam, were apprehended during a targeted sting operation by the CP Special Assignment Team in Asaba. The Police Public Relations Officer, SP Bright Edafe, disclosed that the operation led to the seizure of two English single-barrel pistols and 110 live cartridges. “Preliminary investigations revealed that they were suspected of being involved in the business of gun running. The suspects and exhibits are presently in custody while the investigation is ongoing,” Edafe said. In…
The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has summoned Air Peace Limited to its Abuja headquarters on June 23, 2025, in response to widespread passenger complaints about unrefunded ticket fares following flight cancellations. The Commission’s formal notice, dated June 3, 2025, was announced by Ondaje Ijagwu, Director of Corporate Affairs, who said the airline’s actions violate consumer protection laws, specifically Sections 130(1)(a) and (b), and 130(2)(b) of the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Act 2018. These sections guarantee consumers the right to prompt refunds when bookings are not honoured due to the service provider’s failure. The FCCPC has requested…
Inspector-General of Police Kayode Egbetokun has arrived in Benue State to personally oversee security operations following a deadly wave of attacks that have claimed dozens of lives. In a statement released by the Nigeria Police Force on Monday via X, the IGP announced the deployment of additional tactical teams to the troubled area. “IGP arrives Benue, orders for additional deployment of tactical teams,” the statement read. The move comes after a brutal two-day killing spree in Guma Local Government Area, where official reports confirm at least 45 deaths, though local leaders estimate the toll could be much higher, possibly exceeding…
The Benue State Police Command has confirmed the arrest of 14 suspects linked to violent disruptions during a peaceful protest in Makurdi on Sunday, June 15, 2025. The protest, organized by youths to express concerns about security issues in the state, was initially peaceful but was hijacked by unruly individuals who obstructed traffic and set a truck ablaze on the outskirts of the city. In a statement released by police spokesperson Udeme Edet, the command detailed that the violent incident occurred in Apir, where the suspects forcefully stopped a truck and set it on fire with the driver trapped inside.…
In the wake of the devastating Yelewata massacre in Benue State between late Friday, June 13 and early Saturday, June 14, 2025, where at least 59 people were killed in a brutal attack by suspected herdsmen, President Bola Tinubu has renewed his call for decisive security measures and peaceful dialogue. The President described the killings as “inhuman and anti-progress,” emphasizing the urgent need to restore peace and security in the region. President Tinubu directed the nation’s intelligence chiefs, police, and military to intensify operations in Benue to prevent further bloodshed. His spokesman, Bayo Onanuga, stated that security forces have arrived…
In a heartfelt declaration, the family of the late Prof. Humphrey Nwosu, who once helmed Nigeria’s National Electoral Commission, has lauded President Bola Tinubu for awarding their father a posthumous national honour. The Commander of the Order of the Niger (CON) was presented during the June 12, 2025, anniversary event in Abuja, marking the enduring significance of the 1993 presidential election. Prof. Nwosu’s stewardship of the June 12 election, often described as the most transparent and credible in Nigeria’s history, has earned him a revered place in the nation’s democratic evolution. His family, through a press release signed by his…