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Atiku’s Media Aide Accuses Tinubu of Favoritism Towards Christians, Sparks Religious Backlash

Atiku Abubakar Questions FG: “Why Negotiate With Terrorists Instead of Arresting Them?” Over Kebbi Schoolgirls’ Release

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Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has criticised the Federal Government over the recent release of abducted schoolgirls in Kebbi State, arguing that their freedom should not be celebrated as an achievement but rather seen as a reflection of Nigeria’s deteriorating security situation. In a statement issued by his media office on Wednesday, Atiku described the girls’ return as “not a trophy moment” but “a damning reminder that terrorists now operate freely, negotiate openly, and dictate terms while this administration issues press statements to save face.” The statement came in response to remarks by Presidential Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, who, in an interview on Arise News TV on Monday, credited the Department of State Services (DSS) and the military for tracking the kidnappers in real time and establishing contact to secure the girls’ release without paying ransom. Atiku dismissed this account as “a shameful attempt to whitewash a national tragedy and dress up government incompetence as heroism.” He questioned, “If, as Onanuga claims, the DSS and the military could ‘track’ the kidnappers in real time and ‘made contact’ with them, then the question is simple: Why were these criminals not arrested, neutralised, or dismantled on the spot? Why is the government boasting about talking to terrorists instead of eliminating them? Why is kidnapping now reduced to a routine phone call between criminals and state officials?” He added that the administration’s explanation implies that “terrorists and bandits have become an alternative government, negotiating, collecting ransom, and walking away untouched, while the presidency celebrates their compliance.” Atiku further stressed, “No serious nation applauds itself for negotiating with terrorists it claims to have under surveillance. No responsible government congratulates itself for allowing abductors to walk back into the forests to kidnap again.” The abduction occurred on November 17, when armed assailants stormed Government Girls’ Secondary School in Maga, Kebbi State, killing a staff member and abducting 25 students from their dormitory.

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BREAKING: Terrorists Invade Isapa Community In Kwara, Kidnap Pregnant Woman, Children, And Nursing Mothers

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Terrorists have launched a violent attack on Isapa community in the Ekiti Local Government Area of Kwara State, kidnapping a pregnant woman, 10 children, two nursing mothers, and several other residents. According to reports, around 20 to 30 armed bandits invaded the community, driving a large herd of cattle and firing sporadically. An elderly woman was reportedly hit by a stray bullet during the assault. A community leader confirmed to National Pilot that 11 people were abducted, including seven members of the same family. The victims have been named as Talatu Kabiru, Magaji, Kande, Hadiza, Mariam, Saima, Habibat, Fatima Yusufu, Sarah Sunday (pregnant), Lami Fidelis (nursing mother), and Haja Na Allah. The attackers reportedly fled through bush paths connecting Eruku to nearby communities, leaving residents in panic and confusion. This attack comes barely two weeks after gunmen targeted Christ Apostolic Church (CAC), abducting 38 worshippers and killing others during the raid. Authorities later confirmed that all 38 church abductees were rescued.

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Saudi Cleric Sheikh Assim Al Hakeem Visits Nigeria Despite Extremist Teachings

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Saudi-born Islamic cleric Sheikh Assim Al Hakeem arrived in Nigeria on Friday, drawing sharp criticism for his extremist views. The cleric, known for advocating strict Sharia law, has repeatedly called on Muslims to enslave or kill non-Muslims who refuse to convert to Islam, pay taxes to an Islamic government, or follow Sharia. Sheikh Hakeem, banned from speaking at UK universities in 2012 over his radical teachings, has long been associated with ultra-conservative interpretations of Islam. His views contrast with Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, who has sought to distance the country from such hardline ideologies. In a YouTube video posted on April 1, 2020, now approaching 87,000 views, Sheikh Hakeem encouraged Muslims to prepare over the next 40 to 50 years to expand Islamic influence worldwide. He described a system where non-Muslims would be compelled to accept Islam, pay Jizyah taxes, or obey Sharia law, warning that refusal could lead to armed conflict, enslavement, and loss of land. Explaining the types of jihad in Islam, he said: “The other type of Jihad is the one that everyone is trying to hide. It is the Jihad of pursuing, running after; and this Jihad was in the time of the Prophet, but this Jihad cannot be accomplished, cannot take place unless the state (number) of the Muslims is strong. If we don’t have a strong Muslim country, who can they pursue or attack? Just stay where you are and try to fix yourself, enrich your people with Islamic knowledge, and Iman.” He added that the aim of such jihad is primarily Da’wah, or inviting non-Muslims to Islam: “It is for Da’wah. Jihad is only for Da’wah, and that is why when Muslims go and conquer the adjacent country, what do we do? We kill them all? No. The prophet says, the first thing you do is to call them to Islam, if they accept it, you leave them, once they’re Muslims, we go, if they refuse, then tell them that ‘Allah obliged upon you to pay taxation’. You have to give us a percentage (Jizyah), and this percentage is given once or twice a year, and it is equivalent to the Zakat (alms giving by Muslims). Jizyah is not taken from women and children; it is only taken from men who work and can produce. And in return, when enemies come and attack your country, you don’t fight; we Muslims will protect you, and you’ll enjoy sitting in your home and your country and live your life normally. “But, the ruling is for Sharia, so you do not open nightclubs, you do not fornicate in the streets, you live your normal lives, but publicly, Islam rules. If they refuse, then we have to fight (demonstrates the slaughter sign); and if we fight you, then we capture you, you’ll become our slaves, and we’ll take your land, because you refused; I [we] give you two good options, this is the strength of Islam.” Sheikh Hakeem also expressed concern over the current global Muslim population, saying such a vision would only be possible in 40 to 50 years: “Maybe in the coming 40 to 50 years when Muslims become strong, as they’re supposed to be, and they’re focused Islamically, and Islamically-oriented.” In Nigeria, he was invited as a keynote speaker at an event organized by the 1Ummah Islamic Organisation, which lists Africa’s richest man, Aliko Dangote, among its financiers. Other speakers included former communications minister Isa Ali Pantami and several prominent clerics and scholars. The event took place in Lagos on November 15 and 16, with a follow-up session scheduled in Abuja on November 22. Sheikh Hakeem’s presence in Nigeria has drawn international attention amid ongoing reports of attacks on Christians in the country. The U.S. recently designated Nigeria a Country of Particular Concern, citing ongoing religious persecution, and warned of potential intervention against extremist groups. Authorities in Nigeria had not commented on his entry as of press time, leaving questions over security vetting and the influence of radical teachings in Africa’s most populous nation.

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Pastor Adeboye Tells Tinubu To Pressure Trump, Warns Security Chiefs: “Fix Terrorists Or Resign”

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The General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, Pastor Enoch Adeboye, has weighed in on U.S. President Donald Trump’s recent threats of military action in Nigeria. In a video recorded during a recent church program, Adeboye appealed to President Bola Tinubu’s administration to approach the matter with speed, diplomacy, and careful judgment. “My children, if I were asked to make suggestions, I will say quietly to our government, move fast, move diplomatically, move wisely. Find a way to convince the president of America to please delay his actions for about 100 days,” Adeboye said. He also urged that Nigeria’s security agencies be held accountable, advising: “Then come home and say to our security chiefs: get rid of these terrorists within 90 days, or resign.” The call comes after Trump designated Nigeria as a “country of particular concern” and threatened military intervention, citing what he described as ongoing attacks on Christians and the government’s failure to protect religious minorities. The Nigerian government, however, has strongly denied any persecution of religious groups, emphasizing that the country faces security challenges but no targeted religious violence.

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Garba Muhammad Raises Alarm Over Terrorist Threats To Bomb National Assembly Complex

Garba Muhammad Raises Alarm Over Terrorist Threats To Bomb National Assembly Complex

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Chairman of the House Committee on Internal Security, Garba Muhammad, has disclosed that the National Assembly has received terrorist threats to bomb the complex. Speaking during a public hearing on a bill to establish the Legislative Security Directorate, aimed at enhancing safety for lawmakers, staff, and visitors, the lawmaker warned that the situation demands urgent action. Garba explained that the National Assembly has been dealing with rising security challenges, including vehicle theft, vandalism, fake identification cards, and infiltration by unauthorized individuals. He referenced a similar incident in May 2021, when security agencies warned of a planned Boko Haram attack on the National Assembly and other strategic government locations in Abuja. That alert led to restricted access to the complex and calls for stronger protection of national assets. Garba stressed the need for immediate fortification of the legislative complex, warning that any security breach could disrupt Nigeria’s democratic process. “We have received threats from terrorists to bomb the National Assembly Complex and threats from protesters to lock up the National Assembly. Legislators are exposed to threats from constituents and others who gain easy access to their offices without formal appointments. “It is clear that with the prevailing security challenges, failure to act decisively could halt legislative operations. If that happens, there will be no representation, no oversight, no annual budget, no plenary — and that would destabilize democracy and the entire system,” he said.

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A New Era: UK Faces Rising Threats from State Actors and Terrorists, Says MI5 Chief

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The United Kingdom is confronting what security officials describe as an increasingly “hostile world,” marked by growing threats from foreign state actors and terrorist groups. According to MI5 Director General Sir Ken McCallum, the number of suspects under investigation for potentially working for hostile governments has surged by 35% over the past year. Delivering his annual address at Thames House in London on Thursday, McCallum said MI5 is undergoing its “biggest mission shift since 9/11,” as the agency contends with a surge in both espionage and terrorism-related activities. He revealed that MI5 teams are currently handling “near-record volumes of investigations.” The MI5 chief began his remarks by expressing condolences for the two victims of a recent ISIS-linked attack on a Manchester synagogue earlier this month. He described the evolving security landscape as a “new era,” combining threats from extremist ideologies — Islamist, far-right, and others — with an expanding campaign of foreign interference. McCallum highlighted that the UK has faced multiple espionage and sabotage attempts in recent years, including Chinese influence operations targeting Parliament and Russian-backed arson attacks on warehouses supplying Ukraine’s forces. He also disclosed that MI5 thwarted “more than 20 potentially lethal Iran-backed plots” in the last year alone. “State threats are increasing,” McCallum warned. “The number of individuals we’re investigating for involvement in state threat activity has risen by 35% in the last year — and these are people physically present here in the UK.” He identified Russia, China, and Iran as the “dominant trio” driving most state-linked operations, citing activities ranging from surveillance and cyber espionage to acts of physical sabotage. “Some operations involve gathering highly specific targeting information about individuals — the only logical purpose of which is to make it feasible to harm them,” he said. McCallum referenced the conviction earlier this year of Orlin Roussev and five other Bulgarian nationals who were sentenced for running a Russia-linked spy ring in Britain. The group was accused of surveilling journalists, dissidents, and Ukrainian soldiers in Europe on behalf of the Kremlin. Despite these revelations, McCallum stressed that many of Russia’s operations in the UK now rely on “proxies” or freelancers rather than direct intelligence agents. He issued a stark warning: “It’s not a good career move to work for the Russian Intelligence Services in the United Kingdom.” The MI5 chief also touched on the role of emerging technologies, particularly artificial intelligence, in modern espionage and terrorism. He said extremist groups are already attempting to exploit AI for propaganda, weapons research, and reconnaissance, though he cautioned against alarmism. “I am not forecasting Hollywood movie scenarios,” McCallum said. “Artificial intelligence may never ‘mean’ us harm, but it would be reckless to ignore the potential for it to cause harm.” With geopolitical tensions rising and technological innovation transforming the nature of threats, McCallum concluded that Britain’s intelligence community must “adapt faster than its adversaries” to protect national security in what he called “a new and dangerous era.”

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Troops Neutralise 21 Terrorists in Katsina

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In another daring operation, the gallant troops of Joint Task Force North West Operation Fasan Yama successfully assaulted terrorist enclaves in Ruwan Godiya, Faskari Local Government Area of Katsina State, on 23 May 2025. The troops subdued the terrorists in a fierce firefight, forcing them to abandon their base and flee. During the ensuing pursuit, 21 terrorists were neutralized, with some succumbing to drowning in a nearby river. The operation also yielded a significant seizure of large cache of arms and ammunition, including guns, rifles, magazines, explosives, communication devices, mobile phones, and motorcycles.

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