Obasanjo Says Boko Haram War Endures Because Insecurity Has Become an Industry

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has asserted that Nigeria’s 15-year battle against Boko Haram has persisted because insecurity has become a lucrative “industry” benefiting actors within and outside government. Speaking during the Toyin Falola Interviews, Obasanjo criticised the country’s failure to apply a modern counterinsurgency strategy built on training, intelligence, technology, and specialised equipment. He revealed instances of internal sabotage, lack of trust from foreign partners, and missed negotiation opportunities—such as a 2011 ceasefire offer the government failed to pursue. Despite trillions spent on defence, insurgency, banditry, and mass abductions continue to ravage the North, worsening Nigeria’s security crisis.

BREAKING NEWS: The NLC to hold nationwide protest on December 17 over worsening insecurity in the country

AAC Inaugurates New NWC, Launches Renewed Push to ‘Rescue Nigeria’ from Bad Governance

The African Action Congress (AAC) has inaugurated a new National Working Committee (NWC), unveiling a renewed revolutionary agenda aimed at rescuing Nigeria from corruption, insecurity, poverty, and failed leadership.
In a statement by National Publicity Secretary Rex Elanu, the party said the new NWC represents a bold, people-centered force committed to grassroots mobilization, ideological clarity, anti-poor policy resistance, and national liberation.
The AAC called on workers, youths, students, professionals, and Nigerians in the diaspora to join its movement, insisting that the ruling political class has failed and that true liberation must be organised and demanded by the people.


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Amnesty International Condemns Deadly Gunmen Attack on Anambra Church, Demands Probe of Security Failures

Amnesty International has condemned the gruesome attack on St. Andrew’s Anglican Church in Lilu, Anambra State, where armed men killed the cleric’s wife and another victim during a Sunday invasion. The rights group urged authorities to launch a transparent, impartial investigation into the killings and the security lapses that allowed the attack, noting that a government-deployed security base was located within the church premises. Amnesty further warned that rising violent activities by armed groups across the South-East have turned several communities into ungoverned spaces, stressing that federal and state governments must prioritise civilian protection and dismantle criminal networks.


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US Rep Riley Moore Hails US-Nigeria Joint Task Force, Warns Insecurity Still Worsening

US Congressman Riley Moore has praised the newly established US-Nigeria joint task force as a major step toward ending terrorism and mass killings in Nigeria, following a meeting with National Security Adviser Nuhu Ribadu. In a statement on X, Moore said the US delegation discussed concrete security actions that could disrupt terrorist networks in the North-East and stop attacks on Christians in the Middle Belt — an issue he said concerns both him and President Donald Trump.
He commended President Tinubu for the rescue of 100 abducted Catholic schoolchildren in Niger State but warned that Nigeria’s insecurity remains far from resolved. Moore urged the Nigerian government to turn its openness to US cooperation into real action, stressing that more work is needed to stabilise the country.



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Tinubu’s Benin Republic Intervention Is Unconstitutional and Impeachable — Lawyer Marshal Abubakar

Human rights lawyer Marshal Abubakar has declared President Bola Tinubu’s deployment of Nigerian troops to Benin Republic after the December 7 coup an impeachable offence, arguing it violates Section 5(4)(b) of the 1999 Constitution. He said the President lacks the power to send armed forces on combat duty outside Nigeria without prior approval from the National Assembly, regardless of ECOWAS protocols. Abubakar stressed that emergency military action is only lawful when Nigeria itself faces imminent threat — not when intervening to defend another country. He also warned that ECOWAS treaties cannot supersede the Nigerian Constitution.
Beyond the legal infractions, Abubakar expressed concern over rising coups across West Africa, linking them to corruption, weak institutions, insecurity, and leadership failures. He urged African leaders to restore public trust, strengthen democratic systems, and address governance collapse to prevent further military takeovers.


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Dalung Lauds Tinubu’s Benin Airstrike but Questions Failure to Tackle Insecurity in Nigeria

Former minister Solomon Dalung has praised President Bola Tinubu for Nigeria’s swift military intervention in Benin Republic, describing the airstrike against coup plotters as decisive and effective. However, he criticised the government for failing to apply the same urgency to Nigeria’s worsening insecurity. Dalung questioned why operations against terrorists, bandits, and kidnappers at home lack the coordination displayed in Benin, citing unanswered attacks such as the killing of Brig. Gen. Musa Uba and mass school kidnappings. He warned that Nigeria’s inability to protect its citizens fuels international calls — including past remarks by Donald Trump — for external intervention. Dalung urged Tinubu to deploy equal military strength to Sambisa, Niger, Zamfara, Plateau, and Kaduna, insisting that national strength must be proven within Nigeria’s borders.


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Kidnapping Began in Southern Nigeria, Not the North — Gov Sule Warns Against Regional Blame

Nasarawa State Governor Abdullahi Sule says kidnapping did not originate in the North as widely believed, arguing that the crisis first emerged in Nigeria’s oil-producing southern region between 2003 and 2009. Speaking on Channels TV’s Sunday Politics, he described a tense governors’ meeting where rising insecurity sparked anger and frustration among members. Sule recounted how oil workers were frequently abducted in the Niger Delta for economic ransom and urged Nigerians to stop regionalising insecurity. He stressed that kidnapping has now become a national problem requiring collective effort to defeat.


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The Tragedy of Nigeria’s Mind-State: Shilgba Warns on Discipline, Leadership and National Renewal

Leonard Karshima Shilgba argues that Nigeria’s biggest crisis is a “troubled national mind-state” reflected in indiscipline, chaotic cities, poor work ethic, weak leadership, corruption, and social decay. Using Benue State as a case study, he highlights how societal neglect, insecurity and failed institutions stem from a deeper psychological decline. Shilgba draws lessons from China’s transformation—discipline, long-term planning, meritocracy, value-based education, and decisive anti-corruption—and urges Nigerians to rebuild national character from the heart, where lasting change begins.

Northern Leaders, FG Working Hard To End Insecurity, Says Gov Abdullahi Sule

Nasarawa State Governor Abdullahi Sule says both the Federal Government and northern leaders are making strong efforts to curb the rising insecurity across the region. Speaking on Channels TV’s Sunday Politics, he praised the coordinated rescue of 100 abducted pupils in Niger State and dismissed claims that leaders are not committed to solving security challenges, calling such accusations mischievous.

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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Benin Failed Coup Is a Warning to Tinubu to Address Nigeria’s Hardship — Yoruba Union

The Yoruba Union Ìgbìnmó Májékóbájé Ilé-Yorùbá has warned President Bola Tinubu that the failed coup in the Republic of Benin should serve as a serious wake-up call for Nigeria’s leadership. The group says widespread corruption, insecurity, poverty, collapsing healthcare, and decaying infrastructure have left Nigerians disillusioned with democracy. They caution that continued neglect and suppression of citizens’ rights could push the public toward supporting undemocratic alternatives. The Union urged the government to urgently restore accountability, improve living conditions, and address rising social inequalities to prevent instability in Nigeria.

Four Travellers Abducted in Broad Daylight as Bandits Strike Again in Kogi’s Yagba East

Four travellers were abducted on Sunday afternoon in the Odo-Ogbe area of Yagba East, Kogi State, after bandits ambushed them around 2:00 p.m. The victims, who were riding on a motorcycle, were overpowered and dragged into the surrounding forest by the armed attackers. One of those taken has been identified as Oju Lari, whose image is circulating locally in search efforts. Residents say the area has become increasingly dangerous due to recurring kidnappings and violent raids. Community leaders are urging security agencies and the state government to take immediate and sustained action to restore safety, as fear and insecurity continue to worsen. Authorities have not yet issued an official statement on the incident.

BREAKING: This morning, armed bandits attacked Yalwa community in Masari district of Guri LGA, Jigawa State, abducting several residents and setting parts of the community on fire. Security forces later arrived and engaged the attackers, eventually forcing them to flee.

With Jigawa State now coming under pressure after earlier flare-ups in Kano State, are we seeing a dangerous new phase in the Northwest’s insecurity?

Macron Backs Tinubu as France Pledges Full Support to Nigeria Amid Escalating Terror Threat

French President Emmanuel Macron has assured President Bola Tinubu of France’s full support as Nigeria battles a worsening wave of terrorism, mass kidnappings, and violent attacks across the North and Middle Belt. Macron revealed via his official X account that he spoke directly with Tinubu, expressing solidarity and promising to strengthen France’s security partnership with Nigeria at the president’s request.

The call comes as Nigeria declares a nationwide state of emergency after multiple mass abductions of schoolchildren and deadly assaults on churches and rural communities. Tinubu announced plans to recruit 20,000 additional police officers, deploy forest guards, and reinforce security in schools and places of worship.

The crisis coincides with international concern, including U.S. President Donald Trump’s warnings and rising criticism over Nigeria’s handling of insecurity. Analysts caution that Tinubu’s increased troop deployment may not be enough to curb the escalating violence.

Insecurity: Kano gov gathers 4,444 Qur’an reciters for prayers against banditry

Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, has warned against politicising insecurity, stressing that the growing threat of banditry demands collective action from all citizens regardless of political affiliation.

The governor made the remarks on Saturday night during a special prayer session at the Government House, where 4,444 Qur’an memorizers (Huffaz) gathered to recite the Holy Qur’an and offer prayers for lasting peace in the state following recent attacks by armed bandits.

The event drew notable figures, including the 16th Fulani Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, top government officials, clerics and community leaders.

Governor Yusuf emphasised that insecurity affects everyone equally, urging Nigerians to unite in confronting the menace.

“Insecurity does not know politics or party affiliations. This is why everyone, regardless of their leanings, must join hands to fight the monster of banditry. We want to see everybody working together to free Kano,” he said.

According to him, the government is working round-the-clock with security operatives to protect Kano and its environs.

Describing the mass prayer session as a vital spiritual effort, the governor noted that such initiatives should be appreciated by all well-meaning residents.

The prayer session drew Islamic scholars, Qur’an reciters and participants from all 44 local government areas, all united in seeking divine intervention and an end to insecurity in the state.

Insecurity: Adeboye urges Nigerians to put their minds at rest

The General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, Pastor Enoch Adeboye, on Sunday assured churches in Nigeria that an end will come to insecurity, declaring, “The church will laugh last.” He also asked Nigerians to put their minds at rest, saying ev+l will not prevail.

BREAKING: Bandits Kill Worshippers, Abduct Residents in Fresh Attacks on Sokoto Communities

Bandits launched coordinated attacks on multiple communities in Sokoto State’s Sabon-Birni Local Government Area, killing several residents and injuring others. In Gatawa community, gunmen invaded at night, shooting indiscriminately, causing deaths, injuries, and abductions, though official casualty figures are still pending.
Earlier the same morning, armed men attacked worshippers observing Subh prayer in Kiba Ruwa, killing two people, including the imam, and abducting several congregants. The renewed violence has deepened fears over worsening insecurity in Sokoto, which has witnessed frequent bandit raids targeting rural communities.

IPOB Assures South-East Is Safe for Christmas, Urges Igbos Worldwide to Return Home

The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has declared the South-East region safe for Christmas celebrations, urging Igbos at home and abroad to return in large numbers. In a statement by its spokesperson, Emma Powerful, the group said security in the region has significantly improved, noting that the Eastern Security Network (ESN) and IPOB volunteers are on ground to protect residents and visitors throughout the festive season.
IPOB dismissed reports of widespread insecurity as “sponsored instability” and criticised what it described as exaggerated media portrayals of violence in the region. It also debunked a recent viral video of alleged kidnappings along the Owerri–Aba Road, insisting it was an old clip. The group maintained that the South-East remains one of the most peaceful parts of Nigeria and encouraged Ndi Igbo to return home confidently and invest in the region.

Tinubu’s ‘Security Emergency’ Is Not a Constitutional State of Emergency — Odinkalu Warns Against State Police

In a detailed opinion piece, Chidi Anselm Odinkalu critiques President Bola Tinubu’s declaration of a “nationwide security emergency,” arguing that it does not meet the constitutional requirements for a state of emergency and bypasses necessary oversight by the National Assembly. Odinkalu warns that the move appears politically calculated and masks the administration’s reluctance to acknowledge Nigeria’s worsening insecurity.
He further cautions against the push for state police, citing historical abuses—from Native Authority Police to Bakassi Boys—and the failure of state-led security initiatives in Zamfara, Benue, and Anambra. Odinkalu warns that creating 37 separate police forces could decentralize despotism, enabling governors to weaponize security agencies against opponents. He argues instead for decentralizing the Nigeria Police Force with stronger oversight, autonomy, and professionalism.


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