BREAKING : Burkina Faso’s leader, Captain Ibrahim Traoré, has issued a powerful statement that is already sparking intense debate across Africa and beyond.

“It’s not terror!sm, it’s imperialism. Their objective is to keep us in a permanent w@r, prevent us from developing, and continue to exploit our resources.”

Traoré’s words point to a deeper accusation — that insecurity in parts of Africa is being weapon!zed to weaken nations, stall development, and maintain control over natural resources. He also criticized some West African coastal leaders, accusing them of buying into these arrangements just to remain in power, even at the cost of regional sovereignty.

This statement adds fuel to growing conversations about foreign influence, resource control, and leadership choices in West Africa at a time when many citizens are demanding true independence and security.

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Yobe SEMA, AHNi and UNDP empowered 300 VSO Members with skills, start-up Kits, and Cash Support.

Yobe State Government in Partnership with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), and Achieving Health Nigeria Initiative (AHNi) have trained a total of 300 Members of Volunteer Security Outfits on various Trades.

The training draws participants from Damaturu, Buni-Yadi and Potiskum Clusters of Yobe State.

The Participants were trained on various trades such as Solar Installation, Charcoal Briquettes, Painting and POP, Interlock Production and Aluminium Pots.

In addition to the training, each of the Participants receives a start up Pack that has all the necessary working tools and the sum of Fifty Thousand Naira which brings the total amount of cash given to the three Hundred Participants to NGN 15,000,000 Fifteen Million Naira.

In his remarks, the Executive Secretary Yobe State Emergency Management Agency(SEMA) Dr. Muhammad Goje represented by the Director Search and Rescue Dr. Muhammad Ibrahim Jalo, said gesture is part of the Present administration's commitment towards restoring the means of livelihood of the Citizens who were affected by the over a decade's long insurgency.

Also commenting, the Representative of UNDP Baba Goni Muhammad, Hajiya Hauwa Sani of Yobe State Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Disaster Management, and Madam Irene Osaigbovo of Achieving Health Nigeria Initiative (AHNi) described the training as timely.

On their parts, some of the beneficiaries thank Yobe State Government and the Supporting Partners for the gesture assuring to use the skills and resources given to them to boost their economies.

BURKINA FASO PRESIDENT CAPT. IBRAHIM TRAORE RESPONDS TO ECOWAS

"When we cried out that hunger was ke-ee-ling our children in the Sahel, they turned a deaf ear.

When we screamed for help as thieves in white kaftans emptied our treasuries and fled with our wealth, they remained deaf.

When we demanded just a fair share of the gold, uranium, and lithium being carted away to build foreign cities while our villages had no light, they were stone deaf.

But the moment we finally stood up, dusted ourselves off, and said “Enough is enough! Once beaten, twice shy — never again will we be used,”
suddenly all those deaf ears began to hear perfectly.

Suddenly the big birds (the drones and warplanes) started circling our skies.
Suddenly ECOWAS remembered that the Sahel is, after all, an “indispensable part” of Africa.

What exactly do you gain by dragging us back into the misery we have already escaped?

They called the Sahel small and insignificant, yet from this “small” land rose a heart too big to be enslaved again.

The day Africa finally sees that the one who calls himself “friend” is actually the enemy,
that day her true redemption will begin”

Retired General Claims COAS Attahiru Was Assassinated in 2021 Kaduna Plane Explosion, Not Accident

Retired Major General Danjuma Ali-Keffi has alleged that the late Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant-General Ibrahim Attahiru, was deliberately assassinated in the 2021 aircraft explosion that killed him and 10 others near Kaduna Airport. Speaking publicly, Ali-Keffi claimed the aircraft did not crash but exploded mid-air and that injuries on the victims suggested an internal blast. He linked the incident to internal military hostility, corruption, sabotage, leaked intelligence, and Attahiru’s ongoing forensic audit of Army funds. The retired general also alleged operational compromises, terror-financing within the military, and unresolved irregularities around the still-unreleased accident investigation report. He insists Attahiru was targeted due to his anti-corruption stance and conflicts with powerful figures.

Retired General Reveals Covert Nigerian Operation That Led to Boko Haram Leader Shekau’s Death

Retired Major General Danjuma Ali-Keffi has disclosed how a covert Nigerian military intelligence unit, Operation Service Wide (OSW), weakened Boko Haram and engineered the events leading to Abubakar Shekau’s death. He credited the late Brig. Gen. Abdulrahman Kuliya, former Chief of Military Intelligence, for infiltrating terror networks and sparking the ISWAP–Boko Haram conflict that ended Shekau’s reign. Ali-Keffi detailed how political interference, intelligence leaks, halted operations, and the deaths of top officers—including Lt. Gen. Ibrahim Attahiru—nearly sabotaged the mission. He further alleged internal sabotage, plots against him, and complicity of powerful officials in rising banditry driven by illegal mining interests. His revelations shed light on high-stakes power struggles, covert operations, and deep-rooted security challenges in Nigeria’s fight against terrorism.

Thailand Launches Airstrikes on Cambodia as Border Clashes Escalate, Thousands Evacuated

Thailand has launched airstrikes on Cambodian military positions following renewed border clashes, marking the most serious escalation since last year’s U.S.-brokered ceasefire. One Thai soldier was killed and eight wounded as fighting intensified before dawn, prompting Bangkok to deploy air power after accusing Cambodia of moving heavy weapons forward. Cambodia denied firing back and accused Thailand of coordinated attacks. The conflict has triggered massive evacuations on both sides, with over 385,000 people moved in Thailand and more than 1,100 families displaced in Cambodia. ASEAN chair Anwar Ibrahim has warned that the violence threatens to unravel months of diplomatic progress aimed at stabilising the long-disputed 817km border.

BREAKING: Burkina Faso Moves to Reinstate De@th Penalty for Treason, Terro!sm & Espionage

Burkina Faso is shaking the table again as its Council of Ministers approves a new bill to bring back the de@th penalty — a punishment the country abolished back in 2018.

Justice Minister Edasso Rodrigue Bayala says the move is part of a wider reform of the justice system, targeting cr!mes like treason, terror!sm, and espionage. But hold on — the bill isn’t law yet. It must still pass through parliament and the constitutional courts.

This development comes as the military government led by Ibrahim Trore— which took over in the 2022 coup — continues tightening its grip to power

Burkina Faso now joins the rising wave of West African nations where military takeovers are fueled by public anger over insecurity and failed governance under previous civilian administrations.

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BREAKING: Former Military President, General Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida (rtd), has urged Northern leaders to reclaim the region’s core values of humility, unity and service, warning that rising insecurity and socio-economic challenges threaten its stability and development.

President Tinubu has approved the constitution and reconstitution of the governing boards of the National Agricultural Development Fund (NADF), Bank of Agriculture (BOA), and Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC).

Below is the full list of appointed chairmen, executive directors, and members:

UNIVERSAL BASIC EDUCATION COMMISSION (UBEC) BOARD
- Chairman: Senator Umaru Tanko Al-Makura (retained)

- South East Representative: Uchendu Ikechi Mbaegbulem

- South South Representative: Gift Ngo

- South West Representative: Mrs Ibiwunmi Akinnola

- North East Representative: Dr Meiro Mandara

- North West Representative: Dr Abdu Imam Saulawa

- North Central Representative: Professor Paul Ibukun-Olu Bolorunduro

(Term: 4 years in the first instance)

BANK OF AGRICULTURE (BOA)

- Chairman: Muhammad Babangida

- Managing Director/CEO: Ayo Sotinrin

Executive Directors
- Fatima Garba (Sokoto) – Executive Director, Corporate Services

- Ka’amuna Ibrahim Khadi (Borno) – Executive Director, Risk Management & Strategy

- Hakeem Oluwatosin Salami (Kwara) – Executive Director, Operations

Non-Executive Directors
- Aminu Malami Mohammed – North East
- Charles Amuchienwa – South East
- Oladejo Odunuga – South West
- Rabiu Idris Funtua – North West
- Kochi Donald Iorgyer – North Central

NATIONAL AGRICULTURAL DEVELOPMENT FUND (NADF) BOARD
- Executive Secretary/CEO (previously appointed): Muhammad Abu Ibrahim

- Chairman: Mallam Bello Maccido (North West)

Members
- Dr Nelson Henry Essien – South South (Akwa Ibom)
- Amina Ahmed Habib – North West (Jigawa)
- Engr. Akinyinka Olufela Akinnola – South West (Ondo)
- Hassan Tanimu Musa Usman – North East (Borno)
- Lufer Samson Orkar – North Central (Benue)
- Felix Achibiri – South East (Imo)

The appointments take immediate effect.

Tinubu Constitutes Boards of NADF, Bank of Agriculture, UBEC

…Appoints Chairmen, Executive Directors, Zonal Representatives

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the constitution of the governing boards of the National Agricultural Development Fund (NADF), the Bank of Agriculture (BOA), and the Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC), with appointments reflecting federal character and professional expertise.

Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC)
Senator Umaru Tanko Al-Makura, earlier appointed in July, retains his position as Chairman of the UBEC Board.

New zonal representatives appointed to the board are:

South East: Uchendu Ikechi

Mbaegbulem
South South:

Gift Ngo
South West:

Mrs Ibiwunmi Akinnola
North East:

Dr Meiro Mandara
North West:

Dr Abdu Imam Saulawa
North Central:

Professor Paul Ibukun-Olu Bolorunduro

The Chairman and members shall serve an initial four-year term.

Bank of Agriculture (BOA)
President Tinubu confirmed the earlier appointments of Muhammad Babangida as Chairman and Ayo Sotinrin as Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer.

Three Executive Directors and five Non-Executive Directors were also named:

Executive Directors
Fatima Garba (Sokoto) – Corporate Services

Ka’amuna Ibrahim Khadi (Borno) – Risk Management and Strategy
Hakeem

Oluwatosin Salami (Kwara) – Operations

Non-Executive Directors

Aminu Malami Mohammed – North East

Charles Amuchienwa – South East

Oladejo Odunuga – South West

Rabiu Idris Funtua – North West

Kochi Donald Iorgyer – North Central

National Agricultural Development Fund (NADF)
Mallam Bello Maccido, pioneer Chairman of FBNQuest Merchant Bank Limited with over 30 years’ experience in financial services, was appointed Chairman of the NADF Board (representing North West).

Other board members include:

Dr Nelson Henry Essien (Akwa Ibom/South South) – Financial Consultant and Seasoned Banker

Amina Ahmed Habib (Jigawa/North West) – Fellow, Institute of Chartered Accountants

Engr. Akinyinka Olufela Akinnola (Ondo/South West) – Engineer and Businessman

Hassan Tanimu Musa Usman (Borno/North East) – Founder, New Frontier Developments Ltd; former Non-Executive Director, Access Bank

Lufer Samson Orkar (Benue/North Central)

Felix Achibiri (Imo/South East) – Group Director, Genesis Energy Holdings; Chairman/CEO, DFC Holdings Limited

The appointments follow the October 2023 naming of Muhammad Abu Ibrahim as Executive Secretary/CEO of NADF.

The new boards are expected to drive agricultural financing, rural development, and universal basic education delivery across the country.

Nigeria Targets Stronger Domestic Funding to Achieve Universal Health Coverage

The Nigerian government has announced plans to bolster domestic resource mobilization for healthcare as international grants and donor aid continue to decline, emphasizing the need for greater local ownership to attain Universal Health Coverage (UHC).

Speaking at the 9th Annual Health Conference of the Association of Nigerian Health Journalists (ANHeJ), Dr. Salma Ibrahim Anas, Special Adviser to the President on Health, said sustainable financing must come primarily from within the country to ensure accountability and long-term progress.
Key measures highlighted include:

Strengthening the Basic Health Care Provision Fund (BHCPF);

Expanding financial protection mechanisms under the National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA) Act;

Introducing innovative revenue streams, such as the Sugar-Sweetened Beverages (SSB) Tax.

Stakeholders at the conference stressed that state governments must take greater responsibility for health financing.

They renewed calls for states to meet the Abuja Declaration commitment of allocating at least 15% of their annual budgets to the health sector.
With external funding becoming increasingly unpredictable, experts warn that without urgent and substantial increases in domestic investment, Nigeria risks falling further behind on its UHC goals.

Two People Found Dead With Throats Slit in Separate Borno Incidents

The Borno State Police Command has confirmed the deaths of two individuals whose throats were slit in separate incidents in Maiduguri. The first victim, a woman identified as Rifkatu Yohanna, was discovered in her Shuwari II residence with multiple cuts before being confirmed dead at the State Specialist Hospital. A suspect, Salisu Mohammed Nura, has been arrested in connection with the case. Hours later, police found the body of a man, Muhammed Ibrahim Saje, inside an abandoned Honda Civic in the Modari Polo area. Authorities believe the crime scene had gone unnoticed for over 24 hours. Both cases have been transferred to the Homicide Section for investigation, with the Commissioner of Police ordering heightened patrols across Borno.

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PRESIDENT TINUBU TRANSMITS TO THE SENATE LISTS OF AMBASSADORIAL NOMINEES

President Bola Tinubu has transmitted to the senate two lists of 34 career and 31 non career ambassadors nominees for screening and confirmation.

Prominent names listed as non career ambassadors include Reno Omokri, Femi Fani-Kayode, Gen. Abdulrahman Dambazau, Victor Ikpeazu and Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi.

Also listed as non career ambassadors nominees are Prof. Mahmood Yakubu, Vice Admiral Ete Ibas, Senator Jimoh Ibrahim, Senator Nora Daduut, Fatima Ajimobi, and Senator Ita Enang among others.

The two lists brings to 68 number of persons nominated so far as ambassadors awaiting confirmation by the Senate.

Gov. Buni Constructs Major Drainage Systems, Bridges to End Flooding in Damaturu

The Yobe State Government under the leadership of Governor Mai Mala Buni,, has made remarkable progress in the construction of major bridges and drainage channels across Damaturu metropolis aimed at permanently addressing the problem of flooding while also supporting dry-season farming.

The large-scale project cuts across key parts of the state capital, stretching from Nasarawa through Nayi-Nawa, extending behind Shagari via Pompomari New Layout, and further beyond Waziri Ibrahim and Sumsumma, where floodwater is being redirected for the benefit of dry-season farmers in areas such as behind the High Court, Waziri Ibrahim, Sumsumma and adjoining communities.

So far, major milestones have been recorded with the completion of a bridge at Waziri Ibrahim Bypass, another at Pompomari New Layout, as well as the completion of one side of the Pilgrim Bridge along the Potiskum Road.

To ensure timely delivery, the construction company which is currently executing the project simultaneously in five different locations, including Waziri Bypass, where road rehabilitation and drainage construction are ongoing; the Buratai residence axis, where a major floodwater channel is being constructed; the Pilgrim area, where one side of the bridge is under construction; and Nasarawa, where large drainage infrastructure is also underway.

The project when completed will deliver enormous benefits to Damaturu and environs. It will significantly reduced the recurring menace of flooding, thereby protecting lives, homes, and public infrastructure from destruction.

By preventing floodwater from cutting off major roads, especially around the Waziri Ibrahim and Pompomari areas, the project will greatly enhanced the free flow of traffic and easing movement within the city.

In addition, the drainage system will preserved road networks from damage caused by stagnant water, while at the same time improving environmental sanitation by preventing waste accumulation and pollution.

Beyond flood control and urban safety, the project will contribute immensely to agricultural development. By redirecting floodwater for irrigation, it is boosting dry-season farming and supporting hundreds of farmers engaged in the cultivation of crops such as cucumber, watermelon, onion, Irish potato, lettuce, tomato, pepper, rice, wheat and other produce across the Waziri and Sumsumma axis.

This intervention is also creating opportunities for youth empowerment, reducing unemployment and discouraging social vices through productive engagement.

The project covers major areas including Nasarawa, Nayi-Nawa, Pompomari, Behind the High Court, Behind Waziri Ibrahim and Sumsumma, where floodwater is systematically channelled for agricultural use.

The work is progressing steadily in line with specifications, and it is expected to be completed in the near future .

PRESIDENT TINUBU SALUTES PROFESSOR JERRY GANA AT 80

President Bola Tinubu congratulates statesman, academician, and politician Professor Jerry Gana on his 80th birthday.

A statement by Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President Information & Strategy indicates that President Tinubu acknowledges Professor Gana's decades of active service in Nigeria's socio-political landscape. He served as a two-time Minister of Information and Culture/National Orientation under different administrations and as Director of Mass Mobilisation for Social Justice and Economic Recovery (MAMSER) under the Ibrahim Babangida administration.

He was elected to the Senate in the aborted Second Republic.

President Tinubu describes Professor Gana as a fine gentleman, a prolific communicator, a mass mobiliser, and a passionate patriot blessed with the gift of oratory.

The President recalls the former Minister's mass mobilisation and sensitisation efforts for unity, peace, and national development, and commends his contributions to advancing Nigeria's values and ideals.

The President wishes Professor Gana a happy 80th birthday and prays that God Almighty will grant him many more years of good health and a sound mind.

Tinubu Nominates Omokri, Fani-Kayode, Ugwuanyi, Yakubu and 28 Others as Ambassadors

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has nominated 32 individuals for ambassadorial appointments and forwarded their names to the Senate for confirmation.

Those on the list include:
• Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi, former Enugu State Governor
• Mahmood Yakubu, immediate past INEC Chairman
• Femi Fani-Kayode, former Minister
• Reno Omokri, former presidential aide
• Okezie Ikpeazu, former Abia State Governor
• Femi Pedro, former Lagos Deputy Governor
• Jimoh Ibrahim, Ondo Senator and businessman
• Erelu Angela Adebayo, former Ekiti First Lady
• Grace Bent, former Adamawa Senator

Tinubu has sent the full list to the Senate for screening and confirmation.

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Ghanaian authorities have arrested Victor Benjamin Fajemirokun, the Nigerian man accused of orchestrating the brutal killing of FRSC officer SRC Lasisi Funmilayo and her young daughter in Osun State earlier in November.

Victor was tracked down after a viral video detailing his alleged crimes spread online. He fled Nigeria and was hiding in a friend’s apartment in Ghana before being captured. Arrangements are underway to return him to Nigeria.

How the Case Unfolded

On November 2, Mrs. Lasisi travelled to Osun State with Victor, whom police describe as her “friend.”

Investigators say they went to the home of a herbalist, where Victor and accomplices allegedly killed and dismembered the FRSC officer for ritual purposes.

Her daughter, who was playing outside, was later taken into the bush, killed, and mutilated.

Cover-up Attempt

After the killings, Victor:

Parked his vehicle along the Ikire expressway with keys inside,

Switched off his phone,

Tried to stage a fake kidnapping to mislead police.

Police traced his call records, which linked him to the herbalist.

Arrests and Confessions

An undercover operation led to the arrest of the first herbalist after a chase.

The suspect confessed Victor insisted on a ritual killing.

A second herbalist was arrested in Ekiti State.

Both suspects led police to the bush where the child’s remains were found.

Mrs. Lasisi’s dismembered body, without her head, was recovered in a river and taken to the Osun State Teaching Hospital.

Ongoing Investigation

Osun CP Ibrahim Gotan confirmed the arrests and recovery efforts.
FRSC leadership has expressed shock, and DNA/autopsy procedures are planned once all suspects, including Victor, are secured.

Police say they are committed to ensuring everyone connected to the crime faces justice.

BREAKING: Nigerian Army Dismisses Four Soldiers Fighting Boko Haram For ‘Disobeying Standing Order

The Nigerian Army has dismissed four soldiers serving in the fight against Boko Haram in the North-East for allegedly disobeying a standing order. The affected soldiers are Mukaila Mutari, Isah Emmanuel, Kolomo Alex, and Ibrahim Musa. Their dismissal, dated November 17, 2025, was revealed through photos obtained by SaharaReporters.
A standing order refers to a permanent military instruction or directive from a superior officer. However, the exact order the soldiers allegedly violated has not yet been disclosed.
This development occurred the same day that Brigadier-General Musa Uba was confirmed captured and killed by ISWAP terrorists. The dismissal also comes amid heightened military activity following an ISWAP ambush that resulted in the deaths of soldiers and Civilian JTF members, prompting senior military officials to travel to Damboa, Borno State, to coordinate rescue efforts for abducted personnel.

"Majority of Bandits Neutralised, Only Few Scattered Elements Remain"— Defence Minister,Matawalle.

The Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle, has stated that most b+ndit leaders and their followers have been neutralised, noting that only a few scattered elements remain. He added that President Bola Tinubu has directed Operation FANSAN YAMMA troops to eliminate the remaining bandits in the North-West.

SaharaReporters previously reported that the Kebbi State Police confirmed the abduction of at least 25 students from the Government Girls Comprehensive Secondary School, Maga, Danko/Wasagu LGA, on Monday morning.

The attack by heavily armed bandits resulted in the d+ath of one staff member and injury to another, CSP Nafi’u Abubakar Kotarkoshi said. The incident reportedly occurred around 4am, with assailants engaging police officers in a gun battle.

Matawalle made his remarks during a visit to the Theatre Command Headquarters, following Juma’at prayers at the Command Mosque.

According to his Director of Information, Ibrahim Sule, he conveyed President Tinubu’s appreciation for the troops’ courage, patriotism, and achievements in dismantling bandit formations across the Northwest.

He told the soldiers: “Most key bandit leaders and their foot soldiers have been neutralised through your gallant effort. What remains now are scattered elements, and the Commander-in-Chief has directed that these must be completely eliminated. You have every support needed logistics, equipment, welfare, and morale to finish the job.”

Matawalle was received by Theatre Commander Maj. Gen. Warrah Bello Idris, who briefed him on recent operations, including neutralising high-value targets and reclaiming communities previously under bandit control. The minister praised the troops’ resilience, calling their sacrifices the foundation for peace returning to Zamfara and neighbouring states.

Addressing officers and soldiers, Matawalle urged sustained vigilance and discipline, assuring them that total victory was near. “Your sacrifices will never be in vain. The President, the nation, and soon the people of this region will sleep peacefully,” he declared.

Nigerian Military Bans Officers From Marrying Foreigners And Naturalized Citizens.

The Nigerian Armed Forces have enforced a new directive prohibiting officers from marrying foreigners or naturalized Nigerians.

The rule, contained in the Harmonized Terms and Conditions of Service (HTACOS) 2024, also forbids commissioned officers from marrying non-commissioned personnel like soldiers, ratings, or airwomen.

Signed by the President and approved by the Armed Forces Council in December 2024, the new policy mandates strict compliance. It specifies that officers must obtain prior approval and undergo vetting before marriage. Chapter 25, Subsection 5 of the document clearly states that “no officer is allowed to marry a foreigner or a naturalised Nigerian.”

The law also bars newly commissioned officers from marrying during their probation. Those already married before commissioning must live in the Officers’ Mess for at least three months before qualifying for married housing.

A retired major general explained that the rule aims to protect classified information, warning that marriage to a foreigner could risk divided loyalty if Nigeria ever enters conflict with that country.

However, retired Group Captain Shehu Sadeeq called for a review, saying other nations like the US and UK allow such marriages under strict vetting. He noted that an outright ban could infringe on officers’ personal rights.

Human rights advocate Dr. Zikirullahi Ibrahim criticised the rule as discriminatory, questioning why politicians and top officials with dual citizenship are not held to the same standard. He argued that only senior officers in sensitive positions should face such restrictions.

In contrast, Auwal Rafsanjani of CISLAC supported the law, insisting that those entrusted with national security must prioritise the country’s interest over personal relationships.

The HTACOS 2024 replaces the 2017 version and will remain valid for five years before review.