By SaharaNews247 Editorial TeamABUJA Dr. Hakeem Baba-Ahmed, Director of Publicity and Advocacy for the Northern Elders Forum (NEF), has sparked intense political debate across Nigeria after declaring that Northern Nigeria is deeply disappointed in the Bola Ahmed Tinubu administration. He warned that the region may soon redefine its political direction ahead of the 2027 general […]
By Smart ChuksSaharaNews247 | April 20, 2025 Uyo, Akwa Ibom State — In a dramatic political twist that underscores the increasingly fluid alliances shaping Nigeria’s pre-2027 political landscape, Senate President Godswill Akpabio has openly endorsed Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Bassey Eno, for a second term in office — despite belonging to opposing political
By Adeola Martins – SaharaNews247Published April 20, 2025 Introduction: A Grim Easter Message Nigeria’s 2025 Easter season, a time usually marked by joy and renewal for Christians, was overshadowed by a sobering warning from the President of the Catholic Bishops Conference of Nigeria (CBCN), Most Reverend Lucius Ugorji. Speaking in Owerri, Imo State, Archbishop Ugorji
Nigeria’s security chiefs have been slammed over increasing terror attacks that resulted in mass killings, especially in the northern part of the country. The security chiefs, according to stakeholders, may have been overwhelmed or treating the problem with kid gloves. The wave of terrorism has sparked public outrage across the country, especially with continuous killings in
In late 2018, Felicia (surname withheld) made a life-changing journey from Abuja, where she had been living with her uncle, to Lagos to spend the Christmas and New Year holidays with one of her aunts. During her stay, her aunt’s cousin, Mrs Ngozi (surname withheld), reportedly invited the Ebonyi State native to live with her
Author: Chinedu OkaforDate: April 19, 2025 A Night of Terror in Gwoza Borno State, Nigeria—The peace of Yamtake village in Gwoza Local Government Area was shattered on Thursday night when Boko Haram fighters launched a deadly raid that left six people dead, including two Nigerian soldiers and four local hunters, and displaced scores of residents.
By SaharaNews247Published April 18, 2025 A Dark Day for the Federal Capital Territory Friday, April 18, 2025, will remain etched in the memory of Abuja residents as yet another deadly road tragedy unfolded on the notorious Karu Bridge corridor. Witnesses described scenes of chaos and anguish after a cement-laden truck suffered a catastrophic brake failure
The Kano State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) appears to be divided over the possible return of former Kano State Governor and 2023 NNPP presidential candidate, Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, to the party a press conference held at the APC headquarters in Kano on Friday, the State Chairman, Abdullahi Abbas, confirmed reports that
Location: Ugbobi, Apa Local Government Area, Benue StateBy SaharaNews247 Investigative Desk The peace of Ugbobi, a quiet farming community in Benue State, was shattered once again as suspected Fulani herdsmen launched another deadly attack in the early hours of Sunday. The assault, which claimed multiple lives and left many others injured, has plunged residents into
By Chinedu Okafor, Political Correspondent | SaharaNews247 | April 18, 2025 Introduction A leaked U.S. State Department document has ignited debate over Washington’s future diplomatic presence abroad. According to CNN, former U.S. President Donald Trump, whose foreign policy positions continue to influence America’s strategic direction, is reportedly considering a large-scale shutdown of U.S. embassies and
