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  • Northern women demand rescue of abducted Maga school girls

    Northern women demand rescue of abducted Maga school girls

    Women under the umbrella of Voices for Inclusion and Equity for Women (VIEW) have condemned the abduction of schoolgirls from Government Girls Comprehensive Senior Secondary School, Maga, in Kebbi State, describing the incident as a direct challenge to Nigeria’s leadership and collective humanity.

    In a statement by Asmau Joda, Maryam Uwais, Mairo Mandara, Aisha Oyebode, Fatima Akilu, Kadaria Ahmed, Larai Ocheja Amusan and Ier Jonathan-Ichaver, the group expressed outrage over the weekend attack in which armed men stormed the school at dawn, killed the Vice Principal, and abducted 25 students.

    VIEW said the latest tragedy underscores the Nigerian State’s continuing failure to protect its most vulnerable citizens, insisting that the mass kidnapping “is not simply another security incident” but a brutal indictment of years of unfulfilled promises and weak implementation of the Safe Schools Initiative.

    The group noted that despite national grief and global attention following the mass abductions in Chibok, Dapchi, Jangebe, and numerous smaller attacks across the North, schools remain dangerously exposed.

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    Many of the women, who signed the statement have spent years working directly with communities traumatised by insecurity.

    “More than a decade after repeated tragedies, Northern Nigeria is still one of the most dangerous places in the world for a girl to pursue an education,” the statement reads.

    “Our daughters are once again missing. And we must ask, with pain, anger and clarity, where are our leaders?”

    VIEW accused political leaders, security agencies, and northern representatives of failing to defend girls who already face significant cultural and economic barriers.

    They warned that the growing pattern of abductions raises disturbing questions about whether neglect is contributing to the continued marginalisation of northern girls.

    The coalition demanded swift, intelligence-driven rescue operations and daily public updates, warning against the slow and poorly coordinated responses that have characterised previous tragedies.

    They called on the President, the First Lady, the Kebbi State Governor, the Northern Governors’ Forum, the Northern Senators’ Forum, the Arewa House of Representatives Caucus, the Arewa Consultative Forum, and all traditional, faith-based, and security leaders, including the National Security Adviser, Chief of Defence Staff and Inspector-General of Police, to show visible leadership.

    “This is not a moment for silence or excuses. The abduction of the Maga girls must be treated as a national emergency—not a political talking point or a press release moment,” VIEW stated.

    “Every moment these girls spend in captivity deepens their trauma and increases the danger they face.”

    The group urged women to unite and demand accountability, declaring that northern women are tired of mourning and of leaders offering condolences instead of concrete solutions.

    “No nation can claim to value its future while abandoning its daughters to violence,” VIEW said.

    “The girls of Maga must be located, rescued, and reunited with their families without delay. Nothing is more urgent. Nothing is more important. Their return is a test of our leadership and our humanity.”

    Voices for Inclusion and Equity for Women (VIEW) is a coalition operating across North Central, North-East and North-West Nigeria, dedicated to promoting equitable, inclusive, and just societies for women.

  • MOWAA counters Edo claims, clarifies cost of institute project

    MOWAA counters Edo claims, clarifies cost of institute project

    The Museum of West African Art (MOWAA) has refuted claims by representatives of the Edo State Government alleging that the MOWAA Institute building cost N4.1 billion. 

    In a statement on Wednesday, the organisation said the figure being circulated is drawn from a September 2022 Bill of Quantities that covered only a portion of the civil works and excluded a wide range of essential components.

    According to MOWAA, the 2022 document does not account for mechanical and electrical installations, specialised equipment, interior fit-out, and furnishing. 

    The organisation added that substantial currency devaluation during the construction period almost doubled the overall Naira cost of the project.

    MOWAA further noted that key upgrades—such as enhanced climate-control, energy, and security systems—were introduced after the 2022 estimates were prepared. Additional architectural, engineering, and quantity-surveying fees, as well as changes to the civil engineering scope, were also not reflected in the earlier document.

    “As such, the total cost of building and fitting out the MOWAA Institute stands at approximately N22 billion,” the statement said.

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     “All of these costs can be independently verified through invoices, quantity-surveyor reports, and other documentary evidence, all of which are available for inspection.”

    The organisation emphasised that the development of the Institute was funded through major contributions from international donors, including the German Government, members of MOWAA’s Board of Directors, leading global foundations, and Nigerian corporate and individual philanthropists. Some of these donors, MOWAA noted, contributed amounts exceeding the Edo State Government’s support, yet none have laid claim to ownership of the building or raised concerns regarding financial transparency.

    MOWAA reiterated its commitment to “the highest levels of corporate governance and transparency” and expressed gratitude to its supporters for standing firm during the ongoing dispute.

    The organisation added that it remains ready to address all queries from the Edo State Government and to work collaboratively to advance what it describes as a project capable of boosting economic growth, improving livelihoods, and creating jobs across Edo State.

  • Inner Wheel Nigeria backs campaign to end violence against women, girls

    Inner Wheel Nigeria backs campaign to end violence against women, girls

    Inner Wheel Nigeria has commenced nationwide mobilisation across its six districts and more than 100 clubs as part of the global “Orange the World: End Violence Against Women and Girls” campaign led by UN Women.

    The mobilisation, which is part of the annual 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence from November 25 to December 10, will include walkathons, sensitisation drives, school enlightenment programmes, community outreach, and media advocacy aimed at increasing public awareness and pushing for prevention and accountability.

    According to a statement by the national representative and president Inner Wheel Clubs in Nigeria, Mrs. Funmi Ogunsi, the national activities are designed to to help to create a safer environment for women and girls, noting that violence against women is an injury to all that must stop.

    Through partnerships with human rights groups and community organisations, Inner Wheel clubs will engage both men and women in awareness creation. Ogunsi emphasized that the impunity of offenders, victim-stigmatization, and silence around abuse must end.

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    She urged individuals, institutions and communities across Nigeria to join the movement, to reinforce the campaign’s core message that no woman or girl should live in fear.

    Ogunsi said the colour orange, used throughout the campaign, symbolises hope and a brighter future free from violence. She added that the campaign aligns with Inner Wheel’s long-standing mission of service, international understanding, and advocacy for fairness and justice.

    Citing national statistics, Ogunsi highlighted the urgency of the campaign. The 2018 Nigerian Demographic and Health Survey shows that 31% of women aged 15-49 have experienced physical violence, while the 2021 SARC report revealed that 88% of survivors are female, with young people under 18 making up 80% of cases.

    “These statistics call for grave concern and action from all,” she said.

    “I join UN Women, Inner Wheel and other organizations to call upon individuals, institutions, and communities in Nigeria and across the world to take a stand and join this unity of purpose and strength of service; and together amplify this single, powerful message,” Ogunsi stated.

  • Kogi senator hails Tinubu on quick response to Kwara attacks

    Kogi senator hails Tinubu on quick response to Kwara attacks

    Senator Sunday Karimi, representing Kogi West, has welcomed the massive security reinforcement order in Kwara given by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu following fresh attacks by bandits in a Kwara community.

    The Monday night’s attack on worshippers in Eruku, Kwara State, a boundary town with Kogi, forced Tinubu to shelve his scheduled trip to the G20 meeting in Johannesburg, South Africa, and an AU–EU Summit in Luanda, Angola.

    The postponement of the trips would enable the President to get further security briefings on the 25 kidnapped schoolgirls in Kebbi State and the killing of two persons during the attack in the Kwara community.

    Karimi, representing Kogi West Senatorial District, hailed the President for delaying his trips and issuing the marching order to the security agencies.

    In a statement, the senator also called on Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman and his Kogi State counterpart Usman Ododo to work together and ensure the safety of lives and properties in their domains.

    According to him, the latest attack by bandits on a worship centre in Eruku underscored the importance of strengthening the local government areas, being the closest to the grassroots.

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    “Governors have been foot-dragging in allowing the councils to enjoy full autonomy for reasons best known to them. If allowed to function, councils should be able to protect people within their localities,” the senator said.  “Allowing local government full access to their funds will reduce banditry as council chairmen will utilise part of their funds in engagement and arming local vigilantees in fighting banditry, instead of these funds being filtered away through phony contract awards that are never executed but paid for in some state of the federation”.

    Urging Nigerians to rally behind the President’s resolve to lift the country to loftier heights, the senator noted that enemies of progress have been encouraging banditry in their bid to pit Nigerians against Mr. President.

  • Police confirm killing of suspected thug in Bauchi

    Police confirm killing of suspected thug in Bauchi

    The Bauchi Police Command has confirmed the death of a suspected political thug, Bello Al-amin Waziri, popularly known as Al-amin Koyi, in what operatives described as a reprisal attack by a rival gang.

    The Command also announced the arrest of three suspects allegedly linked to the violent attack, alongside the recovery of two dangerous weapons used during the incident.

    According to the spokesman of the Command, CSP Mohammed Ahmed Wakil, in a statement issued on Wednesday, the incident occurred on November 8, 2025, at about 10:50 p.m., following a distress call to the Divisional Police Officer of C Division, CSP Abubakar N. Pindiga.

    The statement detailed that a group of suspected thugs — including Nazifi (aka Maikare), Aliyu Abubakar (aka Bigi), 19; Sadiyo Aliyu, 21; Al-Amin Bolatu; Baba Budi; Boda; Ishe; Suleja; and Ada’u (aka Adahama), all from Anguwan Makafi — allegedly stormed Unguwan Dawaki in Bauchi LGA armed with machetes and other weapons.

    They reportedly attacked members of the community, inflicting serious injuries on one Abba, popularly known as Hitler, said to be a neighbour of their initial target.

    Police operatives from C Division, led by the DPO, were said to have responded immediately.

    On arrival, they found that some of the suspects had been subjected to mob action. Bello Al-amin Waziri was found unconscious and was rushed to the Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University Teaching Hospital (ATBUTH), where he was later confirmed dead.

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    Continuing, Wakil revealed further that operatives arrested one Sadiq Aliyu Abdullahi, 19, known as Nahau — believed to be at the centre of the dispute — in addition to recovering two machetes.

    Two other accomplices, Umar Salisu (aka Sarka) and Aliyu Abubakar (aka Abba Bigi), were also apprehended.

    Preliminary investigations by the Police revealed that the suspects had earlier clashed with youths from Unguwan Dawaki and Unguwan Makafi, prompting a retaliatory attack.

    They reportedly injured Abba (aka Hitler) during the first attack and returned the following day, targeting Al-amin Koyi.

    During the confrontation, Sadiq Aliyu Abdullahi attempted to rescue his friend but was attacked, resulting in three of his fingers being cut off. Al-amin Koyi was stabbed to death in the same incident.

    The Command confirmed the arrest of Sadiq Aliyu Abdullahi, 21; Aliyu Abubakar, 23; and Umar Salisu, 23 — all from Anguwan Makafi.

    Efforts are ongoing to track down the remaining suspects who fled the scene.

    Reacting to the incident, Commissioner of Police, CP Sani-Omolori Aliyu, condemned the rising incidents of youth violence, mob action, and thuggery.

    He warned that such acts are criminal and punishable under Nigerian law.

    He ordered the transfer of the case to the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) for thorough investigation and prosecution.

    The Command urged residents to report criminal activities promptly and refrain from taking the law into their own hands.

  • Low demand stalls generation of 3,500MW despite 8,500MW transmission capacity

    Low demand stalls generation of 3,500MW despite 8,500MW transmission capacity

    …Nigeria successfully conducts grid synchronization test connecting 15 countries for four hours

    The Ministry of Power yesterday said despite the availability of 8,500MW transmission capacity in the Nigerian Electricity Supply Industry (NESI), low demand from the Distribution Companies (DisCos) has limited generation to 5,000MW, stalling 3,500MW.

    As of July 17, 2025, the wheeling capacity was 5,500MW.

    But the ministry disclosed its recent wheeling capacity in Abuja during a media briefing where it announced that Nigeria successfully conducted a grid synchronization test with 15 West African countries for four hours on November 8, 2025.

    Asked to disclose the transmission capacity of the NESI, the Minister, Chief Adebayo Adelabu, said, “Today, the minimum grid capacity we can even communicate is 8,500MW of capacity. If our generation reaches 8,000 MW today, the grid can comfortably and conveniently transmit it.”

    Besides, the Nigerian Independent System Operator (NISO), Market Operation Executive Director, Dr. Edmund Eje, explained that since electricity cannot be stored, the industry only generates energy based on demand.

    His words: “The amount of energy generated is equal to the amount of energy that will be transmitted, and it is also equal to the amount of energy that is demanded by the distribution companies. It is simultaneously consumed.

    “You don’t stall energy anywhere. The transmission capacity can carry 8,500MW, but it can only carry what can be consumed. Generators will not generate more than what will be consumed at the same time.”

    On synchronization, he said the feat of successful synchronization will not affect the allocation of energy for domestic consumption.

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    Eje said that although there is a regulation that Nigeria allocates 600MW for bilateral trade, production constraints presently limit it to 360MW.

    Adelabu, however, described the synchronization test success as a step towards the elimination of grid collapse from the industry, noting it means that there is confidence that the system is now resilient.

    He described it as a landmark development in the evolution of West Africa’s electricity architecture.

    He confirmed that on 8th November 2025, Nigeria successfully conducted a grid synchronisation test connecting the national electricity grid with the interconnected West African Power Pool (WAPP) system.

    According to him, the exercise represents the first time in history that Nigeria has operated in a unified, stable, and fully harmonised configuration with the rest of the sub-region.

    He clarified that while it is not yet a permanent synchronisation, the successful test clearly demonstrates that regional technical alignment is feasible and marks a major step toward eventual full integration.

    Adelabu further noted that the synchronisation exercise, conducted between 05:04 a.m. and 09:04 a.m., involved the Nigerian grid which includes Niger Republic and parts of Benin and Togo and the rest of West Africa’s interconnected systems covering Ghana, Côte d’Ivoire, Burkina Faso, Liberia, Sierra Leone, Guinea, Senegal, The Gambia, Guinea Bissau, and Mali.

    He said for four uninterrupted hours, power flowed seamlessly across national borders, operating at a single stable frequency and proving that West Africa is now technically capable of functioning as a unified power bloc.

    He said the achievement ranks among the most significant milestones in the history of WAPP.

    He said the test marks the first successful large-scale synchronisation attempt since 2007, when a short-lived trial lasted only seven minutes before failing.

    Adelabu said Nigeria has made history with the successful synchronization of the national grid with the West African Power Pool interconnected system.

     For four unbroken hours, according to him, electricity flowed from Nigeria and Niger into the entire West African sub-region covering Benin, Togo, Ghana, Côte d’Ivoire, Liberia, Sierra Leone, Guinea, Senegal, Mali, The Gambia, and Guinea-Bissau operating at a single, stabilized frequency.

    Earlier at the NISO Maiden Stakeholders’ Engagement, the Managing Director, Engr. Abdul Mohammed said the milestone recorded with the synchronization milestone is more than a technical success, since it positions Nigeria as a regional power hub; opens new avenues for electricity trading; unlocks foreign exchange potential; and reinforces investor confidence in the emerging Nigerian electricity market.

    According to him, a resilient electricity market requires more than engineering; it requires relationships.

    He said it requires trust among service providers, trust between the market and regulators, trust between the government and operators, and, above all, trust from the Nigerian people.

  • CONUA demands settlement of members pending entitlement

    CONUA demands settlement of members pending entitlement

    …lauds FG’s third-party deductions payment

    The Congress of University Academics (CONUA) has appealed to the federal government to expedite action on settling outstanding remuneration and welfare entitlements of its members.

    CONUA National President, Niyi Sunmonu, in a statement, lauded the government for the commencement of the payment of third-party deductions owed to its members.

    He described the release of the deductions as “a significant step towards resolving long-standing concerns and a development that contributes to rebuilding confidence in government–union relations.”

    Sunmonu recalled that the union had earlier protested the non-remittance of these deductions in a letter dated April 2, 2025, which was addressed to the Accountant-General of the Federation.

    The union also acknowledged the approval of ₦2.3 billion for clearing outstanding promotion arrears, but stressed that the amount is insufficient, as verified submissions from some universities showed the amount would not clear the full backlog. It also called for the release of additional funds to ensure no eligible member is left out.

    It further condemned the continued withholding of three-and-a-half months’ salaries of its members, stating that CONUA neither called nor participated in any strike action.

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    The statement said the withholding violates Section 43(1b) of the Trade Disputes Act, which protects workers during employer-initiated lockouts, and also violates the judgment of the National Industrial Court delivered on 25 July 2023, which affirmed CONUA as an independent union whose members cannot be punished for actions taken by another union.

    “We therefore sincerely urge the Federal Government to release these arrears as a matter of fairness, justice, and respect for the rule of law,” the statement read.

    The union also stressed that Nigerian universities continue to face critical human resource challenges, widespread brain drain, a shrinking pool of young academics, and worsening mentorship gaps.

    It noted that poor remuneration and unfavourable working conditions have resulted in low recruitment into academia.

    “If this trend continues, the university system faces the real risk of collapse within the next decade,” the statement warned.

    CONUA buttressed that academic remuneration must reflect current socio-economic realities, be globally competitive, and meet at least the African continental average to restore dignity and stability to the profession.

    The union further reaffirmed its commitment to constructive engagement and expressed hope that the payment of third-party deductions signalled sustained efforts by the government to conclusively resolve all outstanding welfare.

  • Kano lawmakers endorse Barau Jibrin for 2027 governorship race

    Kano lawmakers endorse Barau Jibrin for 2027 governorship race

    …say he is most marketable candidate

    A coalition of serving and former members of the Kano State House of Assembly has declared support for the Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Barau Jibrin, urging him to contest the 2027 governorship election.

    The group, numbering over 200 lawmakers who have served in the Assembly from 1999 to date, was led by former Speaker Rt. Hon. Abdulaziz G. Gafasa (2007–2011) during a courtesy visit to Senator Barau.

    They described the senator as the most marketable candidate for the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kano, citing his decade-long performance in the National Assembly and his impact across all three senatorial districts.

    Gafasa said their support was anchored on Barau’s contributions to the people, his consistent support for the APC, and his personal outreach to lawmakers regardless of district.

    Although Senator Barau, who also serves as the First Deputy Speaker of the ECOWAS Parliament, has not formally declared his interest in the race, APC stakeholders in the state continue to rally behind him.

    A serving lawmaker, Hon. Garba Yau Gwarmai of Ghari/Tsanyawa Constituency, pledged grassroots mobilisation for Barau ahead of 2027.

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    “This endorsement is based on your track record of outstanding service over the years.

    “You have been making a positive impact on the lives of our people.

    “You have done well in all spheres of our state. This is why we want you to govern Kano, our beloved state,” he said.

    Responding, Senator Barau thanked them for their support, saying all must support the quest to rescue and restore the glorious days of Kano State.

    Describing them as grassroots politicians, he urged them to continue to promote the good ideals of the APC and President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.

    “We have to work hard and make sacrifices to restore the glorious days of our state.

    “It is a thing of joy that you have come together to salvage our state from the ongoing misgovernance.

    “Let us continue to work together to rescue our beloved state,” he said.

  • State Police: DAWN commission calls for immediate federal legislative action

    State Police: DAWN commission calls for immediate federal legislative action

    The Development Agenda for Western Nigeria (DAWN) Commission has called for federal legislative reforms to establish state police as a complement to the existing federal security architecture

    The commission said the need for the call for national attention became imperative in view of the escalating insecurity across the country

    In a statement signed by the Director General, Dr. Seye Oyeleye, the Commission said the expansion and boldness of terrorists, bandits, and criminal groups perpetrating violent crimes against innocent citizens and communities have reached alarming proportions

    He lamented that the Nigerian Army, valiant as it has been, is being stretched to its limits, with brave soldiers fighting on multiple fronts against insurgency in the North-East, banditry in the North-West, and communal and herdsmen clashes in the Middle Belt.

    He stressed that, without urgent legislative action to empower states to develop their own policing and intelligence structures, the country risks sliding into a total breakdown of law and order, adding that recent attacks underscore the urgency of the call.

    He said the merits of state police are clear and compelling, noting that localized policing allows for intelligence gathering rooted in community knowledge, enabling swift and precise responses to threats.

    He added that it also empowers states to tailor security strategies to their unique challenges, whether combating banditry in the North-West, militancy in the Niger Delta, or cult-related violence in the South-West

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    Dr Oyeleye said, “The Development Agenda for Western Nigeria (DAWN) Commission wishes to draw urgent national attention to the escalating insecurity across the country and the dire need for federal legislative reforms to establish state police as a complement to the existing federal security architecture.

    “Nigeria is at a critical juncture. The expansion and boldness of terrorists, bandits, and criminal groups perpetrating violent crimes against innocent citizens and communities have reached alarming proportions.

    “With every geopolitical zone experiencing attacks by groups of violent criminals, the daily reports of killings, kidnappings, and destruction of livelihoods paint a grim picture of a nation under siege.

    “The Nigerian Army, valiant as it has been, is being stretched to its limits, with our brave soldiers fighting on multiple fronts against insurgency in the North-East, banditry in the North-West, and communal and herdsmen clashes in the Middle Belt.

    “It is evident that without urgent legislative action to empower states to develop their own policing and intelligence structures, the country risks sliding into a total breakdown of law and order.

    Recent attacks underscore the urgency of this call.

    “Communities in Benue have been razed by marauding herdsmen, leaving scores dead and thousands displaced. Both Christians and Muslims are being attacked in places of worship, and recently, in Kebbi state, bandits have abducted schoolchildren in broad daylight, mocking the state’s inability to protect its future generations.

    “These attacks are ruthless, inhumane, and leave a trail of blood everywhere. Even urban centres are not spared, with brazen attacks on highways and residential areas, spreading fear among citizens who once considered these places safe.

    “The situation has become so dire that the Trump administration in the United States has recently threatened foreign intervention, citing reports of genocide against Christians in Nigeria. Such external pressures, if materialized, would complicate Nigeria’s already fragile ethno-religious relationships, displace millions, and cast a long shadow over the country’s sovereignty and future stability.

    “The consequences of failing to ramp up Nigeria’s security infrastructure with state police are grave. Ethno-religious conflicts will intensify as communities resort to self-help in the absence of credible protection. Vigilante groups, unregulated and untrained, will proliferate, further destabilizing the fragile peace.”

    Harping on the benefits of state policing to improve security, the DG warned that, “The absence of localized policing will embolden criminal networks, leading to a collapse of trust in government institutions and a descent into anarchy. A systemic approach to peace, conflict management, and law and order is urgently required, and the establishment of state police is central to this strategy.

    “The merits of state police are clear and compelling. Localized policing allows for intelligence gathering rooted in community knowledge, enabling swift and precise responses to threats. It empowers states to tailor security strategies to their unique challenges, whether combating banditry in the North-West, militancy in the Niger Delta, or cult-related violence in the South-West.

    “State police will serve as a force multiplier, complementing federal agencies rather than competing with them, thereby creating a layered and resilient security architecture. It will also signal to the world that Nigeria is serious about confronting its insecurity challenges head-on and is willing to adopt systemic reforms to safeguard its future.

    “We acknowledge the fears expressed by some stakeholders that state police could become personal militias in the hands of governors. These concerns are valid but surmountable.

    “The DAWN Commission recommends robust constitutional safeguards, independent oversight bodies, and clear operational guidelines to ensure accountability. Recruitment and training must be professionalized, with well-established global standards guiding the establishment of state police forces.

    “Collaboration between federal and state agencies should be institutionalized to prevent abuse and ensure synergy. With these measures, state police will not be instruments of oppression but guardians of peace and order. Nigeria stands at a precipice.

    “The current insecurity is a clear and present danger, threatening the unity, stability, and future of the nation. Foreign intervention, if allowed to occur, will not only undermine Nigeria’s sovereignty but also exacerbate ethnic and religious divisions, leading to mass displacements and long-term instability.

    “The establishment of state police is not just a legislative necessity; it is a moral imperative. It is the only credible path to restoring confidence in governance, protecting lives and property, and ensuring that Nigeria remains a cohesive and sovereign nation.

    “The DAWN Commission, therefore, calls on the National Assembly and the Federal Government to expedite legislative actions for the establishment of state police. The urgency cannot be overstated. Every day of delay costs Nigerian lives, deepens mistrust, and weakens the foundations of our democracy. A systemic approach to peace and security, anchored on state police, will demonstrate to Nigerians and the international community that the government is resolute in confronting insecurity and committed to building a safer, stronger, and more united Nigeria.”

  • PRP slams PDP factional chair for “unpatriotic” call for foreign intervention

    PRP slams PDP factional chair for “unpatriotic” call for foreign intervention

    …calls on political leaders to uphold Nigeria’s sovereignty

    The Peoples Redemption Party (PRP) has issued a strong rebuke to the factional national chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Tanimu Turaki, over his recent appeal for foreign powers, including U.S. President Donald Trump, to intervene in Nigeria’s political challenges.

    In a statement signed by its National Chairman, Alhaji Bello Falalu, the PRP described Turaki’s remarks as “reckless, dangerous, and unpatriotic,” warning that such calls undermine Nigeria’s sovereignty and betray a deep-seated inferiority complex among some political elites.

    According to the PRP, Turaki’s suggestion that foreign governments should “come and save Nigeria” exposes a worrying lack of confidence in the country’s democratic institutions and the resilience of its people.

    The party said the comments were an affront to national dignity and an insult to patriots who have defended the nation’s independence.

    “Such a statement is not only unpatriotic but also exposes an alarming inferiority complex that continues to plague some of our so-called politicians. It reflects a troubling failure to have confidence in Nigeria’s inherent resilience, its democratic institutions, and the collective strength of its people”, the party said.

    The PRP emphasized that Nigeria, as a sovereign republic with clearly defined territories and independent governance structures, must resolve its internal issues without soliciting interference from foreign powers, whom it described as “imperialist states” that may exploit the nation’s vulnerabilities for their own interests.

    The party urged Turaki and the PDP to withdraw the “incendiary and misguided” comments and called on all political leaders to uphold Nigeria’s sovereignty and resist any temptation to invite foreign actors into its internal affairs.

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    Referencing its ideological foundation, the PRP highlighted its 5th Principle, which calls for total liberation from imperialism, a stance rooted in ensuring that Nigeria’s destiny is shaped solely by Nigerians.

    “Nigeria does not need the interference of imperialist states to resolve its crises; it needs genuine patriotism, unity, and internally driven solutions. Any attempt to undermine this sovereignty in the name of ‘saving democracy’ is a betrayal of our national dignity”, the statement added.

    The PRP reaffirmed that the nation’s future rests securely in the hands of its people, institutions, and their collective determination to build a just and united country.