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Nigerian Commission NiDCOM Seeks Justice Over Killing Of Varsity Student In Leicester, UK

The Chairman of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), Abike Dabiri-Erewa, has called on the United Kingdom authorities to launch a thorough investigation into the brutal murder of Khaleed Oladipo, a 20-year-old Nigerian student stabbed to death in Leicester.

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We Still Can’t Ascertain Number Of Worshippers Killed Inside Church During Woro Attack, Says Kwara Community Head

The head of Woro, Kaiama Local Government Area of Kwara State, says the bandits that attacked the community operated for many hours before security operatives eventually arrived. On Wednesday, over 100 residents were killed, with several houses set ablaze when terrorists attacked the community.

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“Nigerian Army General Jamilu Sarham Unjustly Dismissed Me For Questioning How Boko Haram Killed 117 Troops”: Ex-Soldier Laments, Recounts Boko Haram Crisis

A former Nigerian soldier has recounted a harrowing account of how he was allegedly dismissed from the Nigerian Army after nearly two decades of service.  He said the decision stemmed from nothing more than raising his hand to ask a question during a briefing by a senior commander following a deadly Boko Haram attack.

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US Lawmakers Criticise Tinubu-led Nigerian Government’s $9million Lobbying Contract In Washington

A United States congressional hearing on global religious freedom has criticised the Federal Government’s reported $9million lobbying contract in Washington, with lawmakers warning that the deal appeared to be aimed at downplaying serious human rights and religious freedom violations.

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Israeli Government Condemns Gruesome Killing Of Kwara Residents, Expresses Solidarity With Nigeria

The Embassy of Israel in Nigeria has condemned the gruesome massacre in Kwara State that left more than 160 people dead, describing the killings as a horrific act of violence against innocent civilians. In a statement shared on X handle on Friday, the Israeli mission expressed deep sympathy with the families of the victims and

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INEC Accused Of Issuing Voter Cards To Wrong Persons In Kwali, Abuja As AAC Candidate Raises Alarm

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has been accused of improperly distributing Permanent Voters’ Cards (PVCs) in Kwali Area Council of the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja, leading to registered voters being denied their own cards and others receiving them in their place.

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Tension Grips Anambra Community As Gunmen Kill President General, One Other In Ogidi

Tension has engulfed Ogidi community in the Idemili North Local Government Area of Anambra State following the killing of the President General of the town’s union and another resident in a late-evening attack on Friday. The victims were reportedly shot dead at the Ogidi School Field, a popular public space in the community, in an

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‘How Many Nigerians Will Still Be Alive To Vote In 2027?’ – Lawyer Ejiofor Condemns Tinubu Govt Over Rising Terrorist Killings

Human rights lawyer, Ifeanyi Ejiofor, has accused the Nigerian state of acquiescing to terrorism, warning that the country is sliding into a grave security and moral crisis.  Ejiofor noted that political leaders focus on electoral calculations while citizens are being killed in their hundreds.

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