
The burden of islamic terrorism on development and peace in West and Central Africa; a case study of Mali, Nigeria and Sudan (Omo Yoruba Ronu o)
The recent militants coordinated attack that led to capture of Governor's office in Kidal and other communities in Mali over the weekend by jihadists affiliated to Al-Qaeda and ISIS have dislodged military formation, also leading to the death of a defense minister of the Junta led government of Mali. The Tuareg Liberation force and JNIM Islamists fighters over the years have waged religious and power grabbing motivated attack on communities in the northern and central Mali, t

Rising wave of insecurity in Yorubaland: Over 30 traditional rulers across the southern area of Kwara State have fled their palaces
No fewer than 30 traditional rulers across the southern area of Kwara State have fled their palaces following a sustained wave of kidnappings, killings and violent attacks, according to credible reports The correspondents of Punch Newspaper gathered from two credible community leaders that the affected monarchs were seeking refuge in urban centres, including Ilorin, Osogbo, Offa, and Lagos. Findings show that some of the affected traditional rulers are from Omugo, Afin, Oreke

Implications Of Continuous Foreign Debt; Tinubu Seeks Senate Approval For Fresh $516m Loan (Do you support or Against? )
Vote in the ongoing poll https://forms.gle/kXZ2t1MRiJUHKZch8 In a letter to the President of the Senate, Senator Godswill Akpabio, which was read on Thursday during plenary, the loan will be obtained from Deutsche Bank, and it is aimed at financing the already approved borrowing plan for the Sokoto-Badagry 1,000 Super Highway. Akpabio referred the letter to the Committee on Local and Foreign Debts for legislative action and a report back in one week.

Rail transportation system development should be one of the top priorities of Ondo state government
Rail transportation system development should be one of the top priorities of Ondo state government; we can learn from Lagos, Can we blame the past leaders of the sunshine state for this failure? It's year 2026 and Ondo state is yet to have a rail track not to think of a workable train system to ease mass transportation of people and cargoes, some citizens haven't experienced train transportation system in their lifetime. Can we blame the past leaders of the Sunshine state fo

Nigeria's insecurity have reached the state of war by the Arewa consultative forum
The recent declaration that Nigeria's insecurity have reached the state of war by the Arewa consultative forum, is a confirmation of my long time assertion of persistent increase and deteriorating state of security in Nigeria. . While the mainstream media is downplaying the extent of this challenge, the violence that many believed was between herders and farmers have transformed into full scale invasion and destruction of lives and property, and raising tension between ethnic

Iran’s Army Says US Plan To Blockade Hormuz ‘amounts To Piracy’ China says Trump blockade is dangerous and irresponsible
The US restrictions on maritime navigation and transit in international waters are illegal, Iranian military says. The Iranian military says an announced naval blockade on vessels by the United States in international waters would be illegal and amount to piracy, warning that no Gulf ports would be safe if its own were threatened. China's Ministry of Foreign Affairs spokesperson Lin Jian called the U.S. blockade of the Strait of Hormuz "dangerous and irresponsible," adding th

The conversations that will shape Africa's future from Rwanda
Kigali is bringing together Head of States, Ministers, CEOs in the first wave of the African CEO Forum 2026. The summit will provide a platform for transformational leaders across Africa to share ideas and practical solutions to challenges confronting Africa. The high-level mix of public and private decision makers, across finance, infrastructure, energy, industry is scheduled to take place in the capital of Rwanda, Kigali (14-15 May, 2026). Visit 🇷🇼 Support the Rebuild Af

The misplaced priorities of African leaders and I-don't-care leadership style, Nigeria in focus
While Nigerian Elites are trending US/Israel-Iran on social media channels, no protest at home against houses that are been burnt or for properties destroyed or for the unending bloodshed of innocent Nigerians on a Daily and weekly basis. The reports that emanated from the coordinated attack by Fulani herdsmen jihadist that claimed lives of rural dwellers especially farmers in Benue state and Kaduna state during the celebration of Easter is an indirect message that the curren

Palm Sunday attack: Address Attacks On Christians Or Trump Administration Will Address It for You- US congressman Riley Moore to FG
U.S. Congressman Riley Moore of West Virginia has addressed Nigeria’s security situation following an interview on Newsmax, where he discussed a report submitted to the White House. Moore, a member of the House Appropriations Committee, explained that the report was the result of an investigation into recent violence in Nigeria and drew on insights from his recent visit to the country. He specifically referenced attacks on religious gatherings, providing details on the report

Palm Sunday attack: Address Attacks On Christians Or Trump Administration Will Address It for You- US congressman Riley Moore to FG
U.S. Congressman To Nigerian Government: Address Attacks On Christians Or Trump Administration Will Address It for You U.S. Congressman Riley Moore of West Virginia has addressed Nigeria’s security situation following an interview on Newsmax, where he discussed a report submitted to the White House. Moore, a member of the House Appropriations Committee, explained that the report was the result of an investigation into recent violence in Nigeria and drew on insights from his r

What Nigerians Will Pay For UK Visas, Citizenship From April (Full List)
The United Kingdom government will increase fees for a wide range of visas, residency applications and citizenship processes from April 8, 2026, with the hike affecting Nigerians and other foreign nationals seeking to visit, study, work or settle in the country. The revised fee schedule, published by the UK Home Office and sighted by PUNCH Online on Thursday, shows increases across virtually all categories of visa applications made both inside and outside the UK, with affecte

Bomb blast in Niger state and Kwara state by Boko Haram; the implication for nearby states
The recent bombings are taking another insecurity dimension showing growing terrorism activities and influence beyond Bornu state. By: Hon. Prince Samuel Adesegun Egunjobi MBA Date: 24th March, 2026 Eight persons were killed on Monday when terrorists detonated an improvised explosive device (IED) along Luma Road in Borgu Local Government Area of Niger State. The attackers reportedly also destroyed a bridge connecting the Luma-Babana-Agwara communities — a vital route used by

Jubilation or Retrospection: The honour in United Kingdom and sad news of bomb blast in Maiduguri
King Charles III and Queen Camila hosted President Tinubu and first Lady Remi Tinubu at Windsor Castle, the height of state honour and Royal treatment bestowed on the President of Nigeria. Meanwhile, it was reported that a massive blast claimed the lives of more than 20people and over 100 hospitalized (Fake news or real) According to source and survivors : https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&source=web&rct=j&opi=89978449&url=https://www.youtube.com/watch%3Fv%3D2rUIFKIo5pE&ved=2ah

Boko Haram Demands N3.52billion For 176 Kidnapped Woro Residents In Kwara
EXCLUSIVE: Boko Haram Demands N3.52Billion For 176 Kidnapped Woro Residents In Kwara As Negotiations Stall –Community Sources Fresh revelations have emerged about the fate of the 176 residents abducted from Woro community in Kaiama Local Government Area of Kwara State , with community sources alleging that terrorists have demanded N20 million ransom for each victim while negotiations with the state government have stalled. Sources familiar with the situation told SaharaReport

Donald Trump is sending US marines to the Middle East to reopen the Strait of Hormuz as concerns grow that rising oil prices could cause a global recession.
US officials confirmed on Friday that the USS Tripoli had already departed from Okinawa, Japan, with 5,000 sailors and a Marine Amphibious Ready Group, the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit. The expeditionary unit is capable of carrying out special air and surface operations and has landing force capabilities, but is unlikely to arrive for another two weeks. Donald Trump is deploying 5,000 US marines to the Middle East to reopen the Strait of Hormuz Pete Hegseth, US defence secr

The need to teach African children trading and other development activities rather than religious indoctrination and extremism.
One of the most influential tribes in Africa are the igbo people of Nigeria, and are well known for their creative, technical and commercial skills especially in trading business activities beyond the shores of Nigeria. The igbos have preserved their ancient apprenticeship system similar to modern day On-the job training. A system organized to train young boys and girls in a particular business, where they will be learning while serving and getting exposed to daily business a

Owo Youths: The future of political asslicking and praise singing to earn monthly penny at the expense of youths and constituency development.
Recently, I came across a mind shifting question and analysis by one of the reasonable sons of owo who recently created a WhatsApp platform to discuss Owo Political future and interest of Ondo North Senatorial district (Com. Bash Adeola). Using the recently appointed Minister of Finance for state as an example of Akoko politics of self preservation and community empowerment to negotiate a positive future for the general development of Akoko and it terrains, while Owo politici

Insecurity: Over 300,000 people have been displaced in Niger + Rising wave of kidnapping along Owo-Akure highway
While the world is focusing it lenses on United States and Israel joint offensive against Iran, Some Nigerians can't sleep with their two eyes closed, with the nationwide (NW, NE, NC, SW) approach to the prevalent insecurity. It was reported in Uso, a part of owo local government and political ward that pregnant women and other worshippers were kidnapped at the celestial church of Christ, leaving the survivors and other residents with restlessness and constant fear. Niger Sta

Bandits attacked and kidnapped worshippers at Celestial Church of Christ Uso, Owo Local Government of Ondo State
While the good people of Ondo state are still counting the loss of a monarch killed few days ago by armed assailants mostly from the northern part of the country, another tragedy have struck in Uso community area of Owo Local Government. The celestial church of Christ during the holy month of lent and early hours of worship, armed bandits attacked the church worshippers and kidnapped at least 5people which their whereabouts whether dead or alive currently unknown. Security of




















