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Shi’ite Group Stages Pro-Palestine Quds Day Protest In Bauchi, Backs Iran Amid Rising Tensions

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Members of the Islamic Movement in Nigeria (IMN), also known as the Shi’ite group, on Friday held a peaceful demonstration in Bauchi to show support for Palestinians. Ahmad Yashi, speaking on behalf of the group, said the protest was part of activities marking Quds Day, observed globally on the last Friday of Ramadan to express solidarity with Palestinians. “This is a known demonstration held on the last Friday of every month of Ramadan worldwide under the Quds Day platform. It is to show support and sympathy for Palestinians who have been under invasion for about eight decades,” he said. The group, loyal to Sheikh Ibrahim Zakzaky, emphasized that its demonstrations have historically been peaceful, attributing any past disturbances to misunderstandings by authorities. Yashi also voiced the group’s support for Iran amid tensions involving the United States and Israel, warning that targeting Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, would worsen the situation. “We are with Iran in heart and soul. They are targeting the Iranian Supreme Leader to make the country surrender, but they are mistaken. The Supreme Leader, as a religious authority, is among those dousing tensions,” he said. He described Islam as a religion of peace but criticized Western powers for fueling global unrest. “Islam is a peaceful religion, but the West is the problem. They are selfish and want everyone to bow to them. This will not happen; those days are gone,” Yashi added. He noted that members of the movement in Bauchi had previously conducted another peaceful demonstration in support of Iran. The Bauchi State Police Command, through its Public Relations Officer Nafiu Habib, said officers were deployed to protect government facilities and monitor the protest. Habib confirmed that the demonstration was carried out peacefully with no incidents reported. “Until now, there is no report of any breakdown of law and order,” he said.

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D’Tigress Fall To South Korea 77–60 In FIBA Women’s World Cup Qualifying Tournament

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Nigeria’s women’s national basketball team, D’Tigress, suffered a 77–60 loss to South Korea in their second outing at the qualifying tournament for the 2026 FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup in Lyon, France. The game was played on Thursday at the Astroballe Arena, ending Nigeria’s unbeaten run that had stretched back to their quarter-final defeat to the United States at the 2024 Summer Olympics. Head coach Rena Wakama stuck with the same starting five that secured victory over Colombia in their opening game. Amy Okonkwo, Elizabeth Balogun, Promise Amukamara, Murjanatu Musa and Ezinne Kalu all started, but Nigeria found it difficult to cope with South Korea’s impressive shooting from long range. South Korea set the tone early, knocking down several three-pointers to claim a 20–16 lead at the end of the first quarter. The second quarter was evenly contested, with both teams scoring 16 points, allowing the Koreans to maintain a 36–32 advantage heading into halftime. Victoria Macaulay led Nigeria’s offence in the first half, contributing 15 of the team’s 32 points before the break. Okonkwo and Kalu added three points each as D’Tigress remained within striking distance. South Korea widened the gap in the third quarter after outscoring Nigeria 22–19, taking a 58–51 lead into the final quarter. Nigeria’s hopes of mounting a comeback faded in the closing period as their attack struggled, producing only nine points while the Koreans continued to capitalise on defensive lapses. Macaulay finished as Nigeria’s top performer with 22 points and six rebounds in 26 minutes, shooting 8-of-13 from the field and converting all three of her attempts from beyond the arc. Murjanatu Musa also chipped in with 10 points and three rebounds. South Korea’s accuracy from distance proved decisive, as they sank 11 three-pointers and recorded 29 assists through effective ball movement. Jihyun Park led their scoring with 22 points, six rebounds and four assists, while Leeseul Kang added 20 points, including five shots from beyond the arc. Although Nigeria won the rebounding battle 39–31, the team committed 18 turnovers and struggled to contain South Korea’s perimeter threat. D’Tigress had already secured their place at the 2026 FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup after winning the 2025 FIBA Women’s AfroBasket, meaning the qualifying tournament mainly serves as an opportunity to boost their global ranking. Reacting to the result, promoter of the Mark D’ Ball Basketball Championship, Mark Igoche, urged the team to remain positive. “Don’t let this one setback bring you down. As I always say, ‘Champions aren’t made in the wins, they’re made in the losses.’ You’ve got this! You’ve shown your strength against Colombia, and now it’s time to regroup and refocus.” “Fall down 7 times, stand up 8. Let’s use this as fuel to propel us forward… The greatest glory in living lies not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall. Let’s rise, D’Tigress!” Nigeria will aim to bounce back when they face the Philippines on March 14 in their next game of the tournament.

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Femi Falana Urges Nigeria To Pressure US Over Iran-Israel Conflict

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Senior Advocate of Nigeria and prominent human rights lawyer Femi Falana has called on the Nigerian government to join other nations in exerting diplomatic pressure on the United States amid the escalating Iran-Israel conflict. Speaking on Channels Television’s Politics Today on Thursday, Falana accused US President Donald Trump of showing blatant disregard for international law, highlighting the country’s withdrawal from about 66 United Nations resolutions. “President Trump has no regard and shows contempt for international law. Hence, he has withdrawn the United States from about 66 United Nations resolutions. To him, the resolutions of the United Nations mean nothing,” he said. Falana urged Nigeria to revive its tradition of multilateral diplomacy, drawing lessons from the country’s active role during the Non-Aligned Movement era. He emphasized the need for quick collaboration with other countries to check the actions of the Trump administration. “Our duty as a country, as we used to do in the past, is to collaborate with other countries. When you talk of the days of non-alignment, we must now move very speedily to collaborate with other countries to mount pressure on Mr Trump,” he said. He also stressed the importance of engaging China and Russia as intermediaries, citing their influence over Tehran. “We need to persuade China and Russia to intervene because those are the two countries that Iran will listen to,” Falana noted. On domestic issues, Falana urged the Federal Government to strengthen Nigeria’s security agencies rather than depend on foreign powers, pointing to Iran’s self-reliance as a model. “Nigeria must wake up. We must learn from Iran that unless you reorganise your own country, unless you equip your armed forces and your police force, there is no way an imperialist country like America will guarantee law and order in your country,” he said. Falana also criticized the country’s refining sector, highlighting the neglect of Nigeria’s four state-owned refineries despite $2.9 billion spent on their rehabilitation. “If we say we have four refineries, nobody is talking about them any longer. The NNPC now solely relies on the Dangote Refinery. Is that how to run a country?” he questioned.

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Alex Iwobi Says He Sometimes Had To Book His Own Flights With Nigeria U-23 Compared To England Youth System

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Nigeria midfielder Alex Iwobi has reflected on his early days with the national team, revealing that his first experience with Nigeria’s U-23 squad came with several organizational hurdles. In an interview with High Performance, Iwobi contrasted the setup in Nigeria with his time in England’s youth teams, noting a stark difference in structure and discipline. “With England, it’s a bit more strict. You’re in St George’s Park National Football Centre or you’re in a hotel, no one’s allowed to come in, strict food, strict regime — that’s it,” he said, emphasizing the highly organized environment he was used to. Iwobi explained that Nigeria’s U-23 experience was less structured, with logistical issues occasionally affecting players. “Sometimes your flight’s not booked properly; you have to book your own flight. You get there and sometimes the people at the airport are not ready to pick you up, so you have to make your own way,” he added. He described these challenges as part of the learning curve early in his international career, highlighting the contrast between the two systems.

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Islamic Movement Of Nigeria Denies US Attack Plans, Confirms Peaceful Quds Day Procession

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The Islamic Movement in Nigeria (IMN), commonly known as the Shi’ites, has denied claims that it intends to target American citizens or institutions in the country, affirming that its activities are entirely peaceful and lawful. The group announced that it will observe this year’s Quds Day on Friday, March 13, 2026, to commemorate the late Iranian leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. The statement comes after the United States Embassy in Nigeria issued a security alert warning of a potential threat against American diplomatic facilities and US-linked schools, urging citizens to exercise caution amid rising global tensions involving the United States, Israel, and Iran. Speaking to journalists in Abuja, Prof. Abdullah Danladi, head of the IMN Resource Forum, rejected suggestions that the group or its members were planning attacks. He stressed that the movement has never engaged in violence. “In the history of the Islamic Movement in Nigeria, which started around 1977, we have never attacked anybody or instructed anyone to attack. It is not part of our principles or religion to harm anyone,” Danladi said. He also questioned why the US Embassy made the alert public rather than reporting concerns to Nigerian security agencies. “If there were any real threat, the proper channel would have been to inform the Nigerian police so they could investigate,” he said. Danladi noted that the IMN’s annual processions are peaceful, only turning violent if provoked by security forces. “Last year, when there was no interference from security agencies, the procession went on smoothly and ended peacefully,” he added. He outlined plans for this year’s Quds Day procession, saying members would walk along designated routes, carry placards, and educate the public about the Palestinian cause. “We follow the streets, engage people, and carry placards. If authorities allow us to conduct our activities as they did last year, there will be no issues,” he said. On the question of police permission for religious gatherings, Danladi emphasized that the group does not require it, citing constitutional rights to freedom of association and assembly. “There is no law mandating that we seek police approval to hold our affairs,” he said. He assured residents of Abuja that the procession would remain peaceful. “We have always conducted our activities peacefully, and we will continue to do so. Nothing will happen as long as we are not attacked,” Danladi concluded.

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Nigeria Begins Evacuation Of Citizens From Iran Amid Rising Middle East Tensions

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The Federal Government has started evacuating Nigerians from Iran, guiding those who wish to leave safely across the Armenian border as tensions escalate in the Middle East. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, Chairman and CEO of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), announced the development on Tuesday via her X account. She said officials from the Nigerian Embassy in Tehran are coordinating the evacuation and assisting citizens who want to depart. Evacuees are being escorted to the Armenian border, where arrangements have been made to ensure their safe passage. The operation comes after coordinated military strikes on Iran by the United States and Israel on February 28, which reportedly sparked retaliatory missile and drone attacks in parts of the region, raising concerns of a broader conflict. Dabiri-Erewa reassured that no Nigerian has been affected by the ongoing hostilities and confirmed that embassy staff remain at the border to assist those leaving the country. “Willing Nigerians are being escorted across the Armenian border by officials of the Nigerian embassy in Iran for safe passage. No Nigerian in Iran has been affected by the war, and officials remain at the border to receive all who want to leave,” she stated. The evacuation highlights the government’s efforts to safeguard Nigerians amid the ongoing tensions involving the U.S., Israel, and Iran.

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U.S. Embassy Warns Of Possible Terror Threat Targeting American Facilities And Schools In Nigeria

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The United States Embassy in Nigeria has raised an alert over a potential terrorist threat that could target American facilities and schools linked to the U.S. in the country. In a security advisory published on its website on Monday, the embassy said the notice was meant to notify U.S. citizens living in or visiting Nigeria about possible dangers and urged them to be extra cautious around American diplomatic locations and institutions connected to the United States. According to the advisory, American nationals should remain vigilant when visiting the U.S. Embassy in Abuja, the U.S. Consulate General in Lagos, and schools associated with the United States. “The U.S. Embassy in Abuja informs U.S. citizens of a possible terrorist threat against U.S. facilities and U.S.-affiliated schools in Nigeria. “The Embassy recommends that U.S. citizens take additional precautions when travelling to the U.S. Embassy, the U.S. Consulate General in Lagos, and U.S.-affiliated schools, to include varying times and routes.” The mission further encouraged U.S. citizens to change their travel schedules and routes, avoid predictable routines, and ensure their mobile phones remain charged for emergency situations. “Be aware of your surroundings, keep a low profile, review your personal security plans, vary your regular routes, keep your cell phone charged in case of emergency, stay alert in public places, avoid crowds and demonstrations, and familiarise yourself with emergency exits when entering buildings.” The embassy did not disclose where the threat originated from. The advisory comes as the United States recently issued broader global security warnings following attacks carried out by Washington and Israel against Iran, which has retaliated with missile and drone strikes targeting countries aligned with the U.S. in the region.

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Peter Okoye Says He’s Done His Part After Being Asked Why He’s Silent On Nigeria’s Problems

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Singer Peter Okoye has addressed criticism from a social media user who questioned why he has not been speaking out about the challenges currently facing Nigeria. The conversation began after the musician shared a playful post on X (formerly Twitter) about enjoying his time in Abuja. “Enjoyment wan kill me for Abuja🙃☺️” His tweet prompted a response from a user who appeared disappointed that he was not commenting on the country’s situation. “So all these things wey dey happen for the country no concern you? Omo 😩” In reply, Peter explained that he had previously used his platform to support national causes and believes he has already contributed his part. “I’ve already played my part from the last election to the End SARS movement. At this point, I’m choosing to focus on my life and my family. Everyone has their own role to play. 🤓” His response has since sparked discussions online, with some people supporting his decision to prioritize his personal life, while others argued that public figures should continue to speak up about national issues.

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