By Jonathan Ishaku I am unlikely to win applause from my colleagues in Plateau State for saying this. But truth is not a popularity contest—it is a responsibility. In the matter of the persistent insecurity in Plateau State, the media must accept that it is not just a witness to failure; it is, in part,…
The Kuturmi Unity Development Association (KUDA) has dismissed claims by the Nigerian Army that it rescued 31 worshippers abducted during an Easter church service in Ariko community, Kachia Local Government Area of Kaduna State, describing the assertion as false. Bandits had invaded the community on Sunday, attacking three churches, killing six persons, and abducting 36…
Troops of the Nigerian army have killed 65 bandits in a coordinated ground and air assault. Kachalla Iliya Sarki, son of a notorious kingpin, was said to be among those killed during the major operation in Tsafe LGA of Zamfara state. Sarki is the son of the wanted bandit leader Ado Allero. According to agency…
Bandits have reportedly killed 17 in an attack on Mbalom community in Gwer-east Local Government Area of Benue state Many properties were also destroyed in the attack, which reportedly started at about 5pm on Saturday lasted till 10pm. The spokesperson of the Benue state police command, Udeme Edet, confirmed the incident in an interview with…
The Nigerian Army has thwarted an attack by terrorists on Ariko village in Kachia Local Government Area of Kaduna State, securing the release of 31 church worshippers abducted during Easter service. The assailants, who were said to have stormed the community, targeted three churches in a coordinated assault that disrupted religious activities and led to…
The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress, Prof. Nentawe TV declared that the persistent killing of innocent citizens in Plateau State can no longer be met with routine outrage or temporary measures. Yilwatda described the situation as both unacceptable and a national tragedy, stressing the urgent need for decisive and sustained action. In a…
