No more Boko Haram in Yobe, Buhari, Gov Buni’s partnership working – APC group
The All Progressives Congress, (APC) Network for Change has lauded President Muhammadu Buhari and Governor Mala Buni of Yobe State, for bringing terrorist activities in Yobe State to an end. In a statement signed by its National Coordinator, Comrade Alih Lukman, on Tuesday, the group said terrorists and terrorists activities have almost been completely exterminated […]
Boko Haram: Appreciating President Buhari on his feats
There is no gainsaying that Nigeria just like some other parts of West Africa today is ravaged by insurgency. This insurgency fuelled mainly by the ouster of Muhammad Ghaddafi of Libya in October 2011 by imperialism backed local forces and the subsequent civil war that broke out in that desert country led to the rise of many Islamic terrorist groups with huge weapons that are being sold all over the region fuelling terrorism.
Banditry, Boko Haram products of failed promises by politicians — Nigerians in Diaspora
Some well-meaning Nigerians in the diaspora have blamed failed promises by politicians for sustained activities of Boko Haram terrorists and bandits despite the remarkable efforts of the militar
Al- Qaeda Scare: Nigerian Army’s Operation positive identification as the antidote
By Kennedy Nwaboshi The recent scare of the infiltration of Nigeria by elements of the terror network Al-Qaeda calls for concern from critical stakeholders in Nigeria. I am convinced that this is indeed not the time to play to the gallery in the task of preserving the territorial integrity of the country. Also read: Security […]
Boko Haram: Understanding Why Borno Elites Must Do More
Boko Haram’s aims and objectives are quite clear. Its’ leader, Abubakar Shekau, has publicly stated what the group stands for. As he puts it, “we are an Islamic caliphate. We have nothing to do with Nigeria. We don’t believe in this name.”
Just in: Scores killed, as Boko Haram seizes Borno communities
Boko Haram terrorists have invaded many communities in Magumeri Local Government Area of Borno State, killing scores of farmers and herders after rustling hundreds of their domestic animals, mostly cows.
Boko Haram: North East Govs tell Buhari to address root causes of insurgency
FOLLOWING the worsening security situation in the country, especially in the Northern flank, the North East Governors on Monday told President Muhammadu Buhari that there is the need to address the root causes of the Boko Haram insurgency in the zone.
Enlisting repentant terrorists into security agencies dangerous ― Ex-AIGP Ugomuoh
…Attributes ambushing of troops, sabotage to policy …Urges synergy amongst security agencies By Chris Ochayi ABUJA: A former Assistant Inspector of Police, AIGP, (retd), Dr. Charles Ugomuoh, Friday, condemned the government policy, which allows repentant Boko Haram terrorists to be enlisted into the security agencies, noting the practice was worrisome and dangerous. Dr. Ugomuoh, who […]
Zulum: Passion should be matched with strategic action, Borno citizen writes governor on how to end Boko Haram
Governor Babagana Zulum of Borno State has been urged to match his passion and emotions with strategic action if at all he wants a lasting end to the Boko Haram/ISWAP terrorism.
Lack of political collaboration, not military sabotage responsible for resurgence of Boko Haram, Says ex-Senate President
Third Republic Senate President, Senator Ameh Ebute, says a lack of political collaboration and not sabotage on the military’s part is behind renewed Boko Haram/ISWAP activities in the country. Also read: People Talk: On amnesty, reintegration of repentant Boko Haram members The elder statesman made this known in an open letter to the Nigerian Governors Forum (NGF) […]
Boko Haram: Nigerians vow to champion mass campaign, public awareness against insurgency to complement military’s efforts
A group of well-meaning Nigerians, under the aegis of Initiative for One Nigeria (ION), have vowed to hold massive campaigns to create awareness in support of the military’s efforts in the war against Boko Haram/ISWAP terrorists. Speaking at a press conference on Thursday in Abuja, Secretary-General, Comrade Ohene Dominic Ejembi, said there is need for active participation by all […]
How smuggling, politics fuel Boko Haram in Borno
Terrorist activities in Borno State has refused to abate due to the flourishing but illegal business of smuggling in some local councils in the state as well due to the interests of some politicians who benefit from the lingering crisis, our investigations have revealed.
No repentant Boko Haram member absorbed in military — Presidency
ABUJA-THE Presidency last night debunked the allegation that some repentant Boko Haram members have been absorbed in the military.
Boko Haram: CSO kicks against alleged FG’s approval of N64bn for UNIMAID perimeter fence
By Gabriel Ewepu – Abuja A Pro-democracy and human rights group, Concerned Nigerians, CN, Sunday, kicked against alleged Federal Government’s approval of N64 billion for a 27.3-kilometer perimeter fence project at the University of Maiduguri due to incessant attacks by Boko Haram insurgents. This was contained in a statement signed by the Convener, CN, Deji […]
Boko Haram/ISWAP Leadership Tussle: Terrorists execute 20 prisoners, including 2 soldiers
*Force onlookers, including children, to watch the beheadings By Kingsley Omonobi – Abuja The power struggle and the attempt by factional groups in the crisis-ridden Boko Haram/ISWAP leadership in the Lake Chad took a different twist at the weekend as sources knowledgeable about the group said that ISIS in Africa (ISWAP) has executed 20 (prisoners) […]
Insurgency: CAS tasks troops to sustain fight against Boko Haram
The Chief of Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Sadique Abubakar, on Saturday tasked personnel of the Air Task Force (ATF) Command, Operation Lafiya Dole (OPLD), to sustain the tempo of operations against the Boko Haram terrorists in the northeast.
