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The Nigerian Federal Government has declared kidnappers and violent armed groups to be officially classified as terrorists. This major policy shift, announced by Information Minister Mohammed Idris, aims to escalate the legal and military response to the widespread insecurity plaguing the country. Minister Idris stated that any group or individual involved in kidnapping, attacking farmers, or terrorizing communities will now be treated under full counterterrorism laws. "The era of ambiguous nomenclature is over," he said. The new designation is intended to strengthen intelligence sharing and operational coordination among security agencies for faster, more decisive action. To bolster security in vulnerable rural areas, the government also announced the deployment of a new force of trained and equipped "forest guards." These personnel will conduct surveillance, gather local intelligence, and provide rapid response in forests and re...

A violent clash between youths from the Itsekiri communities of Ugborodo and Ogidigben in Delta State resulted in the death of one person and the burning of a house over the weekend. The victim, identified as Emiko Onuwaje, was reportedly attacked and killed on a road in Ogidigben. The incident sparked outrage and heightened tensions in the Ugborodo area. Hours later, the residence of Capt. John Deja Okpeyor was set on fire by angry youths. This arson attack occurred on the same day Okpeyor was installed as a chief of the Warri Kingdom. Community sources indicated that the violence was linked to an internal youth leadership dispute within Ogidigben, which allegedly led to the mobilization of youths against perceived rivals. However, sources close to the victim maintained that Onuwaje was not involved in any such mobilization and described his killing as a purely criminal act. Security forces have reportedly increased their presence in the affected co...

In a show of philanthropy, Sheriff Jnr. Oborevwori, son of Delta State Governor Sheriff Oborevwori, has presented ten luxury vehicles to youths from the state. The presentation was made on Monday, December 22, 2025, during the grand finale of the Sheriff Jnr. Oborevwori Invitational Soccer Tournament in Osubi. The event featured teams from various local government areas, with Uvwie LGA emerging as the overall champion. Organizers of the tournament described the car gifts as part of ongoing efforts to motivate young people, reward outstanding performance, and create opportunities for economic improvement. Beneficiaries expressed their appreciation for the gesture, calling it timely and a source of inspiration. The event highlighted the role of private initiatives in complementing government programs aimed at youth development, sports promotion, and community empowerment in Delta State.

In a dramatic and fiery video statement, the legal representative for the embattled online personality, Harrison Gwamnishu, has launched a scorching rebuke against activist Verydarkman (VDM). The lawyer forcefully condemned what he termed the activist's "audacity" in demanding a public explanation from Harrison regarding his recent arrest and ongoing legal battle. The blistering address came in response to Verydarkman's persistent public demands for Harrison to disclose details of his police case. The lawyer's central argument was that VDM has no standing in the matter and that his public ultimatums are not only inappropriate but reveal a fundamental misunderstanding of legal procedure. "Who Are You to Mandate Harrison?" The core of the lawyer's fury was the perceived arrogance of the activist's demands. "You want Harrison to come and tell you or tell the world what happened at your instance, because you are what?...

The United States has initiated a major diplomatic reshuffle, recalling its top envoys from nearly 30 countries, with Nigeria among 15 African nations affected. This move is part of President Donald Trump's effort to realign U.S. foreign policy with his "America First" agenda. According to reports, career diplomats appointed during the previous administration received notices last week informing them their postings would end in January. The State Department described the recalls as a standard process, asserting that ambassadors serve as personal representatives of the president and must advance his priorities. While officials clarified that the recalled diplomats are not being dismissed from the foreign service and may take other assignments in Washington, the scale of the recall has drawn attention. The changes also extend to posts in the Asia-Pacific region, Europe, South Asia, and the Western Hemisphere. The recall includes U.S. Amba...

The recent terror attack in Sydney, Australia, has prompted intelligence officials and counterterrorism experts to issue urgent warnings. They argue that global jihadist networks are expanding their influence, contradicting the perception held by many Western governments that groups like the Islamic State (ISIS) are on the decline. Bill Roggio, a senior fellow at the Foundation for Defense of Democracies and managing editor of The Long War Journal, identifies a persistent miscalculation in Western policy. "We’ve always been quick to declare terrorist organizations defeated and insignificant, and that couldn’t be further from the truth," he stated. He points out that despite the loss of its territorial caliphate, ISIS maintains a significant presence, with approximately 2,000 fighters in Afghanistan alone, as noted in a recent United Nations report. According to Roggio and other analysts, the attack in Australia is clear evidence of a broader, intercon...

In a jaw-dropping confession, controversial Nigerian entertainer Speed Darlington has revealed that a past fiancée walked out after he confessed to being "polygamous by nature." But it’s the shockingly cynical advice he claims to live by that is now setting the internet ablaze. The 41-year-old musician and social media figure, who boasts of never having fallen in love, admitted he juggles relationships with six different women. His philosophy? "You can't be the only one." “My Brother Told Me To Get Them Pregnant First” Darlington dropped his first bombshell by revealing an engagement that crumbled when he was honest about his desire for multiple partners. But the real firestorm began when he disclosed the secret advice he says he now follows. "My brother told me not to tell her anymore," Darlington confessed. "He said I should just bring them in, get them pregnant, and then I can tell them afterwards." Online Erupts in...

Israeli and U.S. officials are closely monitoring reports of unusual military activity inside Iran, raising concerns that recent missile drills may be a cover for potential preparations against Israel. According to a report by Iran International, Israeli Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir raised the issue directly with the commander of U.S. Central Command, General Brad Cooper. Zamir warned that recent movements of missile, drone, and air-defense units by Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, which deviate from established patterns, could mask plans for a surprise operation. The report states that while Western intelligence agencies believe the activity could be linked to routine exercises, its scale and coordination have prompted increased scrutiny. An Israeli official was quoted saying that while the chances of an imminent Iranian attack are less than 50%, "nobody is willing to take the risk" to dismiss it as merely a drill. A ...

In a video that has ignited alarm across Nigeria, several young men, their faces a mix of anger and despair, issue a chilling ultimatum to the state that rejected them. Identified as recently disqualified military recruits, they openly vow to channel their frustration into the nation's most destructive forces: Boko Haram terrorism and armed banditry.  "Since the army doesn't want us," one declares to the camera, "Boko Haram will welcome us." This stark threat, captured in a now-viral social media clip, has forced a harsh national conversation about the dangerous intersection of youth disillusionment and national security. The Roots of Resentment While official statements from military authorities are pending, the young men in the video frame their disqualification as a final, humiliating betrayal. They describe a grueling recruitment process that ended not with purpose, but with public rejection and a return to the same economic hopel...

Controversial social media critic Verydarkman has issued a public threat to release alleged evidence against two prominent pastors, demanding the release of actress Doris Ogala from police custody. In a video posted on his Instagram page on Sunday, the influencer set a deadline of Tuesday, December 23, 2025, for Ogala's release. He warned that failure to do so would result in him publicly sharing what he described as criminal evidence involving Pastor Chris Okafor of Grace Nation Bible Ministry and Prophet Jeremiah Omoto Fufeyin. Verydarkman claimed to have received all relevant evidence from Ogala before her arrest and stated that copies had been securely distributed to other individuals. "If by Tuesday I don’t see that lady, hell will be let loose," he declared, addressing the pastors directly. He argued that Ogala was an "accomplice" who had been manipulated by the clergymen. The actress was arrested on Saturday, December 2...

A Nigerian military aircraft and its 11 crew members, detained in Burkina Faso for 12 days, have been released following diplomatic efforts and were received in Ghana on Saturday, December 20, 2025. The C-130 transport aircraft and personnel were received at an airbase in Accra by Ghana's Presidential Special Envoy, Larry Gbevlo-Lartey. In a statement, the Ghanaian government commended both Nigeria and Burkina Faso for resolving the dispute through dialogue, highlighting strong fraternal ties in West Africa. The aircraft had been detained on December 8, 2025, after making what Nigeria described as a precautionary emergency landing at Bobo-Dioulasso airfield due to a technical issue shortly after departing Lagos. Burkina Faso, part of the Alliance of Sahel States, stated the landing was an unfriendly act that violated its sovereignty. The release was secured after Nigeria's Foreign Affairs Minister, Yusuf Tuggar, delivered an official apology ...

In a recent trip to Israel, U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham issued a stark warning, stating that Iran's accelerating ballistic missile program now poses a threat to Israel as serious as its nuclear ambitions. During interviews in Tel Aviv on December 21, 2025, the Senator expressed deep concern that Iran is rapidly rebuilding and expanding its missile stockpile. The core fear, according to Graham, is that Iran's strategy involves producing missiles in such large numbers that they could potentially saturate and "overwhelm" Israel's Iron Dome air defense system. He argued that this threat must now be treated with the same urgency as the nuclear issue in Washington. Graham also addressed the broader regional security landscape, stating that Iran's proxies, including Hamas in Gaza and Hezbollah in Lebanon, are actively rearming and rebuilding their capabilities following recent conflicts. He emphasized that these militant groups wou...

The final group of 115 students abducted from St. Mary’s Catholic Private Primary and Secondary School in Niger State has been released, concluding a month-long hostage crisis. Officials confirmed the rescue on Saturday. This final release brings the total number of rescued children to approximately 265. The mass kidnapping occurred on November 21, 2025, when armed gunmen attacked the boarding school in Papiri community, Agwara Local Government Area, seizing 303 students and 12 teachers. Earlier in the ordeal, 50 students managed to escape shortly after the abduction, while another 100 were released on December 8 following security operations. The safe return of the remaining students marks a significant relief for their families and represents a crucial victory for the security forces involved in the rescue efforts.

Russia has issued a stark warning to Israel, cautioning that any further military action against Iran could escalate into a global conflict. The message, shared by a geopolitical monitor on social media, highlights rising tensions over Iran's ballistic missile program. The warning comes as reports suggest Israeli officials are preparing to discuss potential plans for another strike on Iran during talks with former U.S. President Donald Trump. Israel views Iran's advancing missile capabilities as a direct national security threat and has consistently stated that all options, including military action, remain open. Russia, a key ally of Iran, has strongly opposed unilateral strikes against Tehran. Moscow argues that further military escalation would not only destabilize the region but could also draw in multiple global powers, potentially triggering a worldwide confrontation. Russian officials have consistently advocated for diplomatic solution...

Israel’s military chief has issued a strong warning that the country is prepared to attack its enemies anywhere necessary, including on distant fronts, in a clear signal of an expanded military posture. Speaking at a ceremony on Sunday, Israel Defense Forces (IDF) Chief of Staff Lt. Gen. Eyal Zamir framed the ongoing conflict as part of a long-term strategic struggle with Iran. He described the confrontation as the "longest and most complex war" in Israel's history, moving beyond isolated clashes to a broader regional conflict. Zamir accused Iran of creating a "ring of strangulation" by financing, arming, and directing proxy forces around Israel's borders. He stated Tehran's ultimate goal is to weaken and destroy the Israeli state through coordinated military pressure. In his remarks, which have been widely seen as a veiled reference to potential action against Iran itself, Zamir emphasized that the IDF is ready to ope...

The Nigeria Police Force has taken control of a prominent hotel and event arena in Kebbi State owned by former Attorney-General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami (SAN). The move follows an ongoing investigation by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) into allegations of money laundering and abuse of office against the senior lawyer. Malami was previously invited by the EFCC for questioning in late November. He had earlier raised alarms about what he called "threatening actions" by the agency, claiming operatives raided his offices and private residences in Abuja and Kebbi. The takeover of his commercial properties marks a significant escalation in the case. Critics, including a former presidential aide, have accused Malami of hypocrisy and undermining the rule of law during his tenure, urging him to cooperate with investigators instead of attempting to "blackmail" the EFCC leadership.