Last September, the National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) paraded on television eight children who had been seized from Kano and other northern states by abductors and trafficked to the South–South and South–East through an interstate child trafficking syndicate. In that incident, a member of the syndicate admitted to selling 21 children to one Nkechi Odlyne, who allegedly sold seven of them to Christopher Ogugua Nwoye, proprietor of Happy Home Orphanage in Asaba, at ₦450,000 each. NAPTIP disclosed that three of the children were from Gombe, while one had been claimed by a Kano mother as…
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In an age where geopolitical dynamics are often dictated by emotional rhetoric rather than empirical evidence, the recent call by former President Donald Trump to invade Nigeria on unfounded allegations of genocide against Christians is a stark reminder of the dangers of impulsive decision-making. Amidst these hasty proclamations, a different narrative is emerging—one that underscores Nigeria’s strides in combating terrorism and restoring order within its borders. The Nigerian government is not only addressing the multifaceted challenges posed by terrorism but is also making significant progress that warrants both recognition and respect from the international community. The conflict in Nigeria, particularly…
In the history of Nigerian politics—where it is often difficult to distinguish personal interest from public service—Senator Aliyu Magatakarda Wamakko stands out as a symbol of selflessness and compassion. As a distinguished member of the Nigerian Senate representing Sokoto North Senatorial District, Senator Wamakko has consistently demonstrated an unwavering commitment to the principles of democracy, good governance, and community service. His journey through the turbulent waters of Nigerian politics offers valuable insights into what it means to be a true and selfless democrat. Senator Wamakko’s political career began in earnest when he was elected Governor of Sokoto State in 2007.…
Abu could never forget the day he first realized he was “a rich man.” It wasn’t the day he earned his first salary, nor the day he graduated from university. It was back in secondary school, on an ordinary morning, when a small act of friendship revealed a big truth about life. His father was a modest civil servant who managed to give him ₦200 daily for feeding and dropped him off at school on a motorcycle. To Abu, that was simply normal. He had a close friend, Ibrahim, who always trekked to school and never bought anything during break…
A satirical post recently set social media on fire with a title no curious mind could ignore: “Actors Yul Edochie and Judy Austin and the Breakup Rumours Trailing Them.” The post claimed, quite confidently, that the Nollywood couple were still together—unbothered by public gossip and even profiting from their silence. According to “insiders,” their absence from social media had drawn more attention than their loudest videos ever did. The writer teased, “They are still together and laughing at you laughing at them. So, what am I trying to say? Dem dey act for una!” And, as expected, the online jury:…
A quote attributed to Elon Musk titled “Why I Can Never Get Married” makes for a fascinating and curious read. My wife was the first to draw my attention to it, laughing over a line she found particularly absurd: “When a rich man gets married and has, let’s say, three kids with his wife, she’s going to wake up one day and divorce him with the excuse— ‘Oh no! My husband was too perfect for me.’” At first, I laughed along. The tone carried that satirical bite one might expect from Musk—part genius, part provocateur. Yet, as I reread it,…
Education and youth empowerment are globally recognized as key drivers of societal transformation. No country can achieve economic growth or meaningful development without profound investment in education and the creation of an enabling environment for talents to grow and flourish. Most nations that have advanced in growth and sustainable development have done so by providing their populations with opportunities to discover their innate potentials and harness them into productive resources for building society. For a nation to secure its future prosperity, it must cultivate an enlightened and skilled workforce, particularly among its youth, who are regarded as the heirs who…
The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, has approved the posting and appointment of several senior officers to key command, staff, and instructional positions across the Nigerian Army. In a statement issued by the Acting Director of Army Public Relations, Lt. Col. Appolonia Anele, on Thursday, the redeployments are aimed at strengthening leadership, enhancing command structures, and boosting operational effectiveness across the force. Among the newly appointed officers is Major General Bamidele Alabi, who moves to the Army Headquarters Department of Policy and Plans as Chief of Policy and Plans (Army). Major General Jamal Abdulsalam, formerly Chief…
In a nation where the military has played a pivotal role in shaping political and national identity, the appointment of Major General Waidi Shuaibu as Nigeria’s new Chief of Army Staff (COAS) by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu marks the latest chapter in a storied lineage of military leadership. In this report, PRNigeria provides the names of the army chiefs — from colonial-era generals to indigenous commanders navigating coups, civil war, and democratic transitions —the office of the COAS has mirrored Nigeria’s evolving history. From colonial command to indigenous control Major General Norman Foster (1960–1962) and Major General Sir Christopher Welby-Everard…
The Niger State Government has declared today, Thursday, October 30th, and tomorrow, Friday, October 31st, 2025, as public holidays ahead of the local government elections slated for Saturday, November 1st. Across the state, the air hums with campaign jingles, blaring megaphones, and anxious laughter. It is a carnival of democracy, full of drums, cheers, and suspense, a day of reckoning for some, and for others, the beginning of an awakening. It feels, as Jean-Paul Sartre once wrote, like “the hour when men are forced to confront themselves.” As usual, the state is awash with promises, hopes, expectations, and calculations, those…