Iran, Beware the Fangs of January, the Scourge of February, the Ides of March (2), by Hassan Gimba

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Iran, Beware the Fangs of January, the Scourge of February, the Ides of March (2), by Hassan Gimba

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The Arbiter Last week, we promised to examine the choices available to Iran and the United States, as well as how military confrontation might unfold. We also noted that Israel reportedly considered using nuclear weapons in its last war with Iran—an approach known as the Samson Option. We

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Police Arrest Woman Over Alleged ₦10 Million Shoplifting in Katsina

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The Nigeria Police Force has arrested a woman in Katsina State for allegedly shoplifting goods valued at over ₦10 million. According to police sources, the suspect was apprehended following a report from a major retail outlet where large quantities of items were discovered missing under suspicious circumstances. Preliminary investigations reportedly linked the theft to the

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FG approves automatic promotion for six kidnapped civil servants

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The Federal Government of Nigeria has approved automatic promotion for six civil servants who were victims of kidnapping, in a move described as recognition of their ordeal and continued service. According to official sources, the affected workers were abducted while carrying out their duties, an incident that drew concern over the safety of public servants […]

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NDLEA busts drug syndicate,seizes cocaine hidden in stock fish bound for India

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The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has uncovered a major drug trafficking operation, intercepting a consignment of cocaine cleverly concealed in stock fish and destined for export to India. According to the agency, the illicit drugs were discovered during a routine inspection, where operatives identified suspicious packaging within the stock fish shipment. A

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US, Israel, Argentina vote against Ghana’s resolution on slave trade recognition

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The United States, Israel, and Argentina have voted against a resolution sponsored by Ghana seeking to formally recognize the transatlantic slave trade as a crime against humanity. The resolution, presented at an international forum, aimed to secure broader global acknowledgment of the historical injustices and lasting impact of the slave trade, particularly on African

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Sanwo-Olu’s aide alleges phone theft by Nasarawa official at APC convention

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An aide to the Governor of Lagos State, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has accused a government official from Nasarawa State of stealing his expensive mobile phone during a recent convention of the All Progressives Congress (APC). The aide, whose identity has not been officially disclosed, narrated that the incident occurred amidst the crowd and activities at the […]

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Kwankwaso, Kano supporters set to join ADC Monday

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Ahead of the 2027 general elections, former Kano State governor, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, is reportedly set to lead a wave of supporters from Kano State into the African Democratic Congress (ADC) on Monday. Sources indicate that the planned move involves a significant number of political loyalists and grassroots supporters, signaling a potential realignment in the […]

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📰 Senegal Parades AFCON Trophy Despite Title Controversy

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Senegal has sparked widespread debate after going ahead to parade the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) trophy despite reports that the title had been stripped. Celebrations were held across the country as players and officials showcased the trophy to fans, drawing large crowds and national excitement. The parade, however, comes amid growing controversy surrounding the […]

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A Bulwark for Borno’s Resilience: A few of Zulum’s security feats, by Dauda Iliya

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A Bulwark for Borno’s Resilience: A few of Zulum’s security feats, by Dauda Iliya Weighed on the scale of the insecurity ravaging the entity he was entrusted with the responsibility of governing since May 29, 2019, the feats accomplished by Governor Babagana Umara Zulum of Borno State on the restoration of security as sine qua […]

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Teenage Boy Found Dead Near UI Swimming Pool

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Tension gripped residents and students around the University of Ibadan (UI) after detectives recovered the lifeless body of a teenage boy near the institution’s swimming pool. The discovery, which occurred within the university premises in Ibadan, reportedly sparked panic among students and nearby residents, with many gathering at the scene in shock.Sources say the body