A new wave of violence has hit the education sector as armed terrorists launched an afternoon attack on Peter’s Foundation Secondary School in Doma Local Government Area of Nasarawa State, abducting an unspecified number of students. The school, a Catholic-run institution, became the second target of coordinated attacks within hours, deepening concerns over worsening insecurity around learning facilities. According to reports, the details of the Nasarawa attack remain unclear as security agencies and community members work frantically to contact the Nasarawa State Police Command for official confirmation. Eyewitnesses told Daily Sun that several students were taken by the attackers, but…
Author: Omolemi Eboisetale
A grandson of the late Nigerian nationalist and statesman, Chief Obafemi Awolowo, Mr. Olusegun Awolowo, is dead. Olusegun, who was the former executive director of the Nigerian Export Promotion Council (NEPC), died at the age of 62. The Awolowo family confirmed his death in a statement on Thursday. The statement reads in part: “with extremely heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved husband, father and grandfather Olusegun Awolowo. He was the world’s most phenomenal husband, father and grandfather steady, wise, endlessly loving, and the constant anchor of our family. The family described him as a “painfully loyal servant…
Lagos State Government has dismissed a widely circulated online message claiming that kidnappers are targeting commuters along the Gbagada Expressway. The message, which appeared in the form of a flyer allegedly issued by the state government, had triggered concerns among residents who feared an increase in criminal activity in the area. According to the report, the flyer warned the public about supposed rising abductions carried out by criminals using the one chance tactic, where unsuspecting passengers are lured into commercial vehicles operated by armed gangs. The rumour gained traction on social media platforms, causing panic and confusion among road users.…
The President of the ECOWAS Commission, Dr Omar Touray, has raised fresh concerns over the growing wave of terrorism across West Africa and the Sahel, describing it as an existential threat to regional stability. He issued the warning while briefing the United Nations Security Council during its 10047th meeting on counter terrorism cooperation. According to a statement released on Friday in Abuja, the escalation of violent extremism continues to undermine peace and development within the sub region. Dr Touray noted that terrorist groups are increasingly adopting new strategies that target critical economic sectors. He explained that the militants are now…
Terrorists have reportedly abducted over 50 students from St. Mary’s School, a Catholic institution located in Papiri community, Agwara Local Government Area of Niger State. The incident has caused widespread concern among parents and the local community. The abduction took place during a violent raid on the school. Witnesses reported that armed men stormed the school premises and forcefully took the students. The exact number of students affected is still being verified. The Niger State Government has officially confirmed the development in a statement. Authorities said they are closely monitoring the situation and working with security agencies to ensure the…
The Senate Adhoc Committee on South-East/North East, as part of the 2025 National Security Summit, has assured the people of the South East of its commitment to restoring normalcy and adequate security in the region. Senator Austin Akobundu, Chairman of the committee, gave the assurance during the summit held in Enugu yesterday. The event carried the theme: “Strengthening Nigeria’s National Security Architecture: Innovation, Collaboration and Resilience in a Changing World.” Stakeholders at the summit included representatives from traditional and religious institutions, President-Generals of communities, security agencies, Ohanaeze Ndigbo, civil society, and political office holders. Akobundu emphasized that the National Assembly…
The Lagos State Government, in collaboration with the organised private sector, has outlined a joint strategy to strengthen electricity supply as Nigeria’s power market undergoes decentralisation under the Electricity Act. The initiative was discussed during the Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) Power Sector Conference, where stakeholders highlighted both the opportunities and challenges presented by the reforms. Officials at the conference noted that while the decentralised market structure allows for state-led solutions, it has also revealed persistent weaknesses in the power value chain that continue to undermine efficiency. Biodun Ogunleye, Lagos Commissioner for Energy and Mineral Resources, represented by…
The Federal Government has commenced the User Acceptance Testing phase of the National Single Window initiative with its first group of participating stakeholders. The exercise marks a major milestone toward making the unified, technology-driven trade platform fully operational by March 2026. According to a statement from technology vendor CrimsonLogic, agencies and stakeholders were taken through the onboarding process, navigation features and operational framework designed to simplify the nation’s trade procedures. The Minister of Finance, Wale Edun, and the Executive Chairman of the Federal Inland Revenue Service, Dr Zacch Adedeji, visited the testing grounds to assess the progress recorded so far.…
The Academic Staff Union of Universities ASUU has announced plans to begin an indefinite nationwide strike on Friday November 21, following claims that the federal government has failed to honour several longstanding agreements. The union said the decision became necessary after repeated efforts to resolve key issues affecting public universities yielded no meaningful results. ASUU explained that the one month window it earlier gave the government to address its demands has expired without any progress, creating fresh tension across the university system. According to the union, the planned shutdown of all public universities was disclosed in a brief statement released…
The Indigenous People of Biafra has asked Justice James Omotosho of the Federal High Court in Abuja to explain the legal provisions that guided his recent ruling involving its detained leader, Mazi Nnamdi Kanu. The group made its position known in a statement issued by its spokesperson, Comrade Emma Powerful, stressing that it intends to carefully analyse the judgment and draw public attention to areas it considers constitutionally questionable. IPOB stated that throughout the trial, no weapons or offensive materials were tendered before the court in connection with Kanu. It also noted that no witness came forward to accuse him…
Minister of Budget and Economic Planning, Senator Abubakar Bagudu, has assured Nigerians that President Bola Tinubu remains firmly committed to safeguarding the welfare and development of children across the country. He gave this assurance during the UNICEF World Children’s Day celebration held in Abuja, where he emphasized that the President is prioritising long-term investments that will positively shape the future of young Nigerians. Bagudu addressed growing national concerns following the recent abduction of students from Government Girls Comprehensive Secondary School, Maga, in Kebbi State. He noted that despite the current security and economic challenges, the administration is determined to create…
The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria has confirmed that a flight was grounded at the Akanu Ibiam International Airport, Enugu, following a nose gear failure that occurred on Thursday evening. According to FAAN, the incident happened at about 19:10 hours, prompting an immediate response from airport emergency units to ensure the safety of everyone onboard. FAAN’s Director of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection, Mr Henry Agbebire, stated that all passengers and crew members were safely evacuated from the aircraft without any casualties. He explained that apron buses were deployed to transport everyone from the aircraft to the terminal in a…