Tinubu Mourns Benue Victims, Orders Manhunt for Killers, Commissions Abuja Mega Water Project Amid fresh bloodshed in Benue State that has left scores dead and displaced thousands, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has ordered a sweeping crackdown on those behind the violence. Speaking during a public engagement in Abuja on Monday, the president described the attacks as “depressing” and directed security agencies to arrest and prosecute all culprits, regardless of their affiliation. The president, visibly moved by the scale of the tragedy, led a moment of silence in honour of the victims and pledged to visit Benue State on Wednesday to…
Author: Adebayo Oladejo
Benue Bleeds Again: What’s Fueling the Unending Violence in Nigeria’s Heartland? A fresh wave of bloodshed has once again gripped Benue State, rekindling long-standing fears over the deepening security crisis in Nigeria’s Middle Belt. In just a few days, more than 200 lives have reportedly been lost in a series of brutal attacks across various communities. With thousands displaced and protests erupting in the state capital, Makurdi, national attention is finally being drawn—though belatedly—back to a conflict that has festered for decades. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has directed security agencies to restore calm and bring the perpetrators to justice. Describing…
ENOUGH OF THE BLOODSHED – NIGERIA MUST ACT NOW TO END THE KILLINGS IN BENUE STATE The Muslim Public Affairs Centre (MPAC), Nigeria, joins millions of Nigerians in grief, outrage, and disbelief at the endless bloodshed that has, once again, turned Benue State into a killing field. The mindless slaughter of innocent men, women, and children is not just a tragedy for Benue – it is a stain on the soul of Nigeria, and a national shame that should shake every person of conscience to the core. MPAC condemns, in the strongest and clearest terms, these barbaric and senseless acts.…
Dembele, Yamal Top Early Contenders for 2025 Ballon d’Or as Anticipation Builds The race for the 2025 Ballon d’Or is heating up, with French forward Ousmane Dembele and Barcelona sensation Lamine Yamal emerging as early frontrunners ahead of the official nominations. France Football has announced that the full list of nominees for both the men’s and women’s Ballon d’Or awards will be revealed on August 7. This will mark the beginning of several weeks of speculation and debate before the grand awards ceremony scheduled for September 22 at the Théâtre du Châtelet in Paris. This year’s event will continue to…
Plane Crash Survivor: British Man Escapes Death as 241 Perish in Air India Tragedy In what can only be described as a miracle, a British man has emerged as the lone survivor of the tragic Air India Flight 171 crash, which claimed the lives of 241 people shortly after takeoff from Ahmedabad, India. Authorities have confirmed that the sole survivor was seated in 11A, a spot now etched in memory for its unlikely link to life amidst overwhelming loss. Identified as Vishwash Kumar Ramesh, the passenger was found alive and has since been hospitalised for treatment. His survival has stunned…
Israel Attacks Iran, Hits Nuclear Program In Unprecedented Strikes ‘We’ve Launched Operation Rising Lion,’ ‘Israel Will Face Severe Punishment’ – What Israeli President Netanyahu and Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei said as experts fear full-scale war loading Israeli security source says top military leaders and nuclear scientists were targeted in the opening strikes Israel struck at the heart of Iran’s nuclear, missile and military complex early Friday, in an unprecedented attack that reportedly killed two of Iran’s top military commanders and plunged the wider Middle East into dangerous new territory. The strikes on Iran’s nuclear program and senior military leaders…
UK-Based Doctor, Family of Five Perish in Tragic Air India Crash A UK-based doctor, his wife, and their three children have been confirmed among the victims of the ill-fated Air India Flight 171, which crashed shortly after takeoff in Ahmedabad, India. Dr. Pratik Joshi, who had been practising medicine in the United Kingdom for the past six years, was preparing to begin a new chapter of life with his reunited family. After years of working abroad, he had finally made arrangements for his wife, Dr. Komal Vyas, and their three young children to join him in London. Filled with hope…
A commercial passenger flight headed for London crashed shortly after takeoff from Ahmedabad, India, triggering widespread concern and emergency response efforts. According to early reports, the aircraft was carrying 244 passengers when the tragic incident occurred. The cause of the crash remains unclear, and emergency teams have been deployed to the crash site to conduct rescue operations and assess the situation. Authorities have yet to confirm the number of casualties or survivors, as search and recovery efforts are still underway. Aviation officials have begun investigations into the circumstances surrounding the crash, while the airline involved is expected to issue an…
Segun Sowunmi Hints at Possible PDP Exit, May Back Tinubu in 2027 A major shake-up may be on the horizon in the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) as Segun Sowunmi, a prominent party chieftain, has suggested he might dump the party ahead of the 2027 elections. Speaking on Prime Time on Arise TV, the former PDP governorship aspirant in Ogun State hinted at joining the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) if he decides to support President Bola Tinubu’s re-election bid. “If I choose to support Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu in 2027, I will leave the PDP and join his party —…
Tinubu Cancels June 12 Democracy Day Broadcast, To Address Nigerians at National Assembly President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has cancelled his scheduled national broadcast for Democracy Day on June 12. Instead, he will deliver his address at a joint session of the National Assembly. This was announced in a statement by Segun Imohiosen, Director of Information and Public Relations, on Wednesday. The change is due to the President’s official participation in the Assembly’s special session. Other Democracy Day activities remain unchanged. There will be no parade, but a public lecture themed “Consolidating on the Gains of Nigeria’s Democracy: Necessity of Enduring…