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NLC Members Protest In Abuja Amid Rising National Insecurity

NLC Members Protest In Abuja Amid Rising National Insecurity

December 18, 2025 7:25 pm

Nigeria Labor Congress members, including Joe Ajaero and civil society allies, gather for protests against insecurity despite government talks.

Members of the Nigeria Labor Congress (NLC) assembled at the NLC Secretariat in Abuja on Tuesday December 16, 2025, to launch nationwide protests over escalating insecurity across Nigeria.

The gathering brought together top labor leaders, civil society activists, and pro-democracy campaigners, including NLC President Joe Ajaero and Omoyele Sowore of the Revolution Now Movement. Their collective presence signals the union’s determination to press the government on security concerns affecting citizens nationwide.

Security forces, including police, civil defense officers, and officials from …

Somtochukwu— ARISE TV Anchor’s Funeral Plans Fully Announced

Somtochukwu, The Arise TV Anchor’s Funeral Plans Announced

October 11, 2025 2:27 pm

Somtochukwu Maduagwu’s family, colleagues, and friends prepare to honor the late journalist as police confirm 12 arrests linked to her killing in Abuja.

The family of late ARISE News Anchor Somtochukwu Christelle Maduagwu has announced funeral arrangements following her tragic death during a robbery in Nigeria’s capital, Abuja, on September 29, 2025.

According to the family, the rites will begin on October 12, 2025 with a Night of Tributes at the THISDAY Dome in Abuja, starting at 6 p.m. A Service of Songs will be held on October 15 at Corpus Christi Cathedral, Kaduna Street, Port Harcourt, while the final …

ARISE News Anchor Somtochukwu Killed In Abuja Home Robbery

ARISE News Anchor Sommie Killed In Abuja Home Robbery

October 1, 2025 12:57 am

Arises News Anchor, Somtochukwu Maduagwu, 29, was attacked and killed at her Katampe residence Abuja, as Nigerian Police launch manhunt for the suspected killers.

ARISE News Channel is mourning the death of one of its rising stars, Somtochukwu Christelle Maduagwu, who was killed during an armed robbery at her home in Abuja.

The 29-year-old journalist, known for her work as a news anchor, reporter, and producer, was attacked in the early hours of Monday at her residence in Katampe, a quiet district in Nigeria’s capital. Police confirmed they have opened an investigation and launched a manhunt for those responsible.

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Abuja Terror Alert Why We Raided Trademore Estate - DSS

Abuja Terror Alert: Why We Raided Trademore Estate – DSS

October 29, 2022 5:54 am

The Nigerian secret police otherwise known as the Department of State Services (DSS) has confirmed the raid on Trademore Estate in Abuja as tension in the capital city brews. 

Dr. Peter Afunanya who is the spokesman for the DSS, who confirmed the raid, noted that there was no joint operation with foreign military.

In a statement obtained by Vanguard, Afunanya said: “It is true that an operation was carried out by DSS operatives and the Nigerian military but no foreign military personnel was involved.

‘It is not true …

Jabi Lake Mall Shuts Down Over Fresh Terror Threats In Abuja

Jabi Lake Mall Shuts Down Over Fresh Terror Threats In Abuja

October 27, 2022 9:38 am

In lieu of the renewed terror threats which had been announced in Abuja, the FCT and the evacuation of expatriates from the embassies, some of the public venues and businesses have begun to shut down their operations some of which also include the Jabi Lake Mall which recently announced that it would be shutting down their operations over security threats in Abuja.

It can also be recalled that the United States Embassy has on Sunday issued a security alert on elevated risk of terror attacks in Abuja.

Read Also: US Warns Of Fresh Terrorist Attacks In Nigeria’s Capital, Abuja

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UK Warns Of Possible Attack In FCT, Restricts Access Embassy

UK Warns Of Possible Attack In FCT, Restricts Access Embassy

October 24, 2022 5:01 am

The government of the United Kingdom (UK), has updated its terrorism alert to citizens in Nigeria warning of potential attacks by terrorists. 

The UK cautioned of an increased threat of terrorist attacks in the federal capital territory (FCT).

UK citizens were advised to stay alert, “consider movements carefully, follow the local news and the advice of security authorities”.

The foreign travel advisory cautioned against visits to markets, shopping malls, hotels, bars, restaurants, football viewing centres, displacement camps, transport terminals (including train networks), government buildings — and schools.

Read Also: Terrorists Are Not Giving Us Breathing Space – Benue CAN

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Court Discharges, Acquits Nnamdi Kanu Of Terrorism Charges

Court Discharges, Acquits Nnamdi Kanu Of Terrorism Charges

October 13, 2022 2:00 pm

The Court of Appeal sitting in Abuja, the Federal Capital Territory on Thursday upheld the appeal of the detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu.

The court also discharged and acquitted the embattled leader of the secessionist group.

Africa Daily News, New York reports that Kanu had in his appeal dated April 29 and marked CA/ABJ/CR/625/2022 applied to be discharged and acquitted. Kanu was first arraigned on December 23, 2015, and was later granted bail on April 25, 2017.

However, the Court of Appeal on Thursday declared as illegal and unlawful, the abduction Kanu from …

Attempted Murder FFK Withdraws Suit Against Estranged Wife

Attempted Murder: FFK Withdraws Suit Against Estranged Wife

October 7, 2022 6:13 am

The Federal High Court, Abuja, has dismissed an alleged attempted murder suit brought by a former Aviation Minister, Femi Fani-Kayode, against his estranged wife, Precious Chikwendu.

The dismissal of the suit by Justice Inyang Ekwo came on the heels of the dramatic withdrawal by the former minister. When the case came up for arraignment, the prosecution counsel, Mr John Ijagbemi, informed the court that he had the instructions of the Inspector General of Police (IGP) to discontinue with the matter.

‘The matter was slated for re-arraignment of the defendants today. However, we want to plead to your lordship for …

‘I Will Never Vote For A Muslim Muslim Ticket’ - Onaiyekan

‘I Will Never Vote For A Muslim/Muslim Ticket’ – Onaiyekan

October 6, 2022 3:51 am

Cardinal John Onaiyekan who is the Archbishop Emeritus of Abuja Archdiocese, on Wednesday disclosed that he will not vote for Muslim/Muslim ticket in the 2023 general election.

He made this vow while speaking at the first synod of the Catholic Diocese of Osogbo at Our Lady and St Kizito Pastoral Centre, Oke Gada Ede, themed ‘The Church As an Agent of Dialogue and Reconciliation In Our Community In Quest For A Just and Peaceful Social Order.’

He pointed out that the reason for the Muslim/Muslim tickets was a result of the decision by the All Progressives Congress (APC) for …

UK High Commission reopens visa application centers in Nigeria

British High Commission Closes Offices In Queen’s Honour

September 17, 2022 6:08 pm

Fresh reports reaching the desk of Africa Daily News, New York has revealed that the British High Commission offices in Abuja, Lagos and across the rest of the country will be closed on Monday.

The United Kingdom Mission in Nigeria had also made the announcement in a terse statement on its social media accounts and the closure is in observance of Queen Elizabeth II’s funeral, it noted.

Read Also: Princes William, Harry To Stand Vigil At Queen Elizabeth’s Coffin

The notice, however, added that Visa Application Centres in Abuja and Lagos will still remain open.

A service of remembrance was …

Kuje Prison Attack We Did Our Best But Failed - Aregbesola

Kuje Prison Attack: We Did Our Best But Failed – Aregbesola

September 6, 2022 6:08 am

The Minister of Interior, Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola, has finally conceded to Nigerians that security operatives failed to stop the terrorists’ attack on the Kuje Custodial Centre, Abuja on July 5, 2022, in face of the efforts and equipment being put in place.

While speaking at an investigative hearing by the House of Representatives Joint Committee investigating the attack, the minister who was said that there were 65 well-armed security agents meant to resist the attack, but failed, adding that the number of escapees was 888 persons.

The House was expressing concern that the attack lasted for hours without any …

2023 APC Presidential Aspirants Boycott Abuja Meeting

2023: APC Presidential Aspirants Boycott Abuja Meeting

September 1, 2022 5:44 am

A meeting that was fixed for former presidential aspirants of the All Progressives Congress (APC) scheduled for Abuja yesterday failed to hold over ‘lack of interest’.

The postponement of the meeting was announced a few hours before its commencement.

Africa Daily News, New York gathered that the meeting was called off because of the non-commitment of the aspirants, many of whom had indicated that they would not be available.

One of the aspirants, Dr. Nicolas Felix, had in a statement on Monday, said those who contested against the APC presidential candidate, Bola Tinubu at the presidential primary, would converge on …

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