The case of Sunday Jackson, a Nigerian farmer sentenced to death for defending himself against an armed Fulani herdsman, has ignited widespread outrage and raised serious questions about justice, self-defense laws, and the fairness of the Nigerian legal system. The verdict, upheld by the Supreme Court, has drawn sharp criticism from legal experts, human rights … Read more
At least six people have been killed in a fresh attack by suspected armed Fulani herdsmen in Tse Ugema Chul, Mbakesa community, Ugbaam, located in Ukum Local Government Area (LGA) of Benue State. The attack occurred on Saturday night, forcing many residents to flee their homes for safety. A local source, speaking anonymously to DAILY … Read more
The immediate past National Publicity Secretary of Ohanaeze Ndigbo, Alex Ogbonnia, has described the deaths of prominent statesmen Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu, Ayo Adebanjo, and Edwin Clark as the end of an era in Nigeria’s political discourse. Ogbonnia likened the trio to the “Three Musketeers” of Nigerian politics, stating that they were unwavering in their advocacy for … Read more
Tension has gripped parts of Jigawa State following a violent clash between Hausa and Fulani youths, which resulted in the death of two people. The incident, which occurred in a local community, escalated from a minor disagreement into a full-blown confrontation, leaving several others injured. According to reports, the fight broke out over a lingering … Read more
A bloody clash between local hunters and armed herdsmen has left three people dead and several others injured in Okpomaju village, Okete Ward, part of Otukpo Local Government Area (LGA) in Benue State. The deadly encounter between the two groups occurred yesterday, leaving the surrounding communities in fear and panic, as many residents, including women … Read more
Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has officially approved the selection of Prince Abimbola Owoade as the new Alaafin of Oyo. This decision concludes the search for a successor to the late Oba Lamidi Adeyemi III. Sources indicate that Prince Lukman Gbadegesin, initially selected by the Oyo Mesi, was replaced due to alleged ties with … Read more
Gunmen from Nigeria killed at least five Cameroonian soldiers and wounded several others in an attack on the village of Bakinjaw, located on the Cameroon-Nigeria border. The attack occurred early on Friday, with hundreds of armed Fulani herdsmen crossing from Nigeria’s Taraba state to target a Cameroonian military post. Aka Martin Tyoga, the Member of … Read more