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.  Amb. Peacemaker  From Aviashima Toom, Abuja  SAHEL ReportersNews:  The Executive Director, Center for Civil Relations Open Dialogue and Development, (C-CODED), Amb. Austin Peacemaker Inaede, has Admonished to shun any form of violent protests being Instigated by some Unpatriotic Nigerians in order to preserve future of the nation The Executive Director who stated this on Wednesday during a press conference in Abuja said they are on a crossroad in the Nation History to either go left or go right in addressing very important national economic and security issues raised by concerned citizens from every work of life.  Amb. Inaede, explained that they have gather not only to address the growing concerns of Nigerians, but to also offer a path forward that upholds the integrity and unity of Nigeria. " We stand in solidarity with every Nigerian facing the harsh realities of economic hardship, hunger, and frustration. The struggles you endure are not lost ...

... intensify efforts against banditry and terrorism From Aviashima, Toom  In a decisive operation against banditry, terrorism and other sundry crimes, troops of 6 Brigade Nigerian Army/ Sector 3 Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS) have successfully neutralized a wanted notorious terrorist, recovered an AK 47 rifle, ammunitions and several other items following an intense firefight in Taraba State.  In a statement by the Acting Assistant Director 6 Brigade Army Public Relations, Captain Olubodunde Oni on Tuesday said that, the operation, which was conducted on 29 July 2024 along Road Gbeji-Afia a border community to Ukum Local Government Area of Benue State, was part of a series of coordinated efforts by the Brigade to dismantle terrorist’s hideouts and ensure the safety and security of the residents of Taraba State.  He said the troops while on a fighting patrol came in contact with the armed Terrorists on a motorcycle. "Our gallant troops immediately engaged the t...

From Aviashima Toom, Abuja  The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, has held a constructive virtual meeting with Femi Falana (SAN), Ebun-Olu Adegboruwa (SAN) and other key members of the Take It Back Movement in light of the planned nationwide protest as part of the Nigeria Police Force's efforts aimed at ensuring the safety and security of all citizens while upholding the constitutional right to peaceful assembly. Inba statement signed on Tuesday by the Force Public Relations Officer ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi in Abuja said during the meeting, the IGP emphasized the importance of maintaining public order and safety during the planned protests.  He acknowledged the group's right to express their concerns through peaceful protests and reiterated the Police Force's duty to facilitate such rights within the bounds of the law. "To this end, the IGP has advised the Take It Back Movement, who have indicated their interest to protest, to engage wi...

From Aviashima Toom, Abuja  SAHEL ReportersNews: The Nigerian Police Force has apprehended one Suleiman Yakubu, a 34-year-old resident of Jos North, for inciting violence in plateau State. Force Public Relations Officer ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi stated this on Tuesday in a press briefing in Abuja  According to him, a video recently went viral on TikTok, where an individual incited violence against state critical infrastructures, law enforcement agencies, and private individuals in Plateau State, in connection with the planned nationwide protest.  He explained that, the video, originating from a TikTok account identified as "Dan_Mallam68," showed the suspect provocatively urging the public to attack petrol stations, security operatives, and destroy critical state and private infrastructures. He said Upon receiving the information, the Nigeria Police Force in Plateau State, with support from relevant stakeholders, traced the suspect's location to Ahmadu Bello Way were he was ar...