…Bauchi State chapter, condemned the killing, describing it as a “senseless” act of violence and an attack on the peace and security of the state. In a statement issued on Sunday and signed by the movement’s Bauchi State Coordinator, Nazif Bashi, TIB expressed condolences to Dutse’s family, friends and associates, while…

…vigilantes and aggrieved youths in Kpakungu and Gbeganu areas of Minna, Niger State. The violence erupted on Saturday night after a vigilante operative reportedly shot dead a man identified as Aliyu during an operation to arrest suspected miscreants in the Kpakungu area. The incident, which occurred around 10pm along t…

…to speak out, expose their abusers and walk away. According to him, domestic violence is a repetitive cycle and once a man raises his hands on his wife, he will keep doing it. He also noted that abusers after hide behind respectable titles like pastors, leaders, nice guys, judges, adding that some are like him; talk ni…

…was always found in situations like that. He always distanced himself from places where violence was taking place. I doubted the report and hoped it was not true. I managed to get there, but some women stopped me and told me not to approach because security and military officers were still around. They were trying to c…

…custody in Minna, Niger State. The groups, the Centre Against Injustice and Domestic Violence and Media for Equity and Good Governance, made the call at a joint press briefing in Lagos on Friday. The Executive Director of CAIDOV, Gbenga Soloki, and the President of Media for Equity and Good Governance, Rev. Femi Adepoj…

…for stronger collaboration and decentralisation in security operations to combat rising violence and crime.

…Fisayo Olagunju, widely known as MC Fish, has strongly denied allegations of domestic violence regarding his past marriage to Nollywood actress Anita Joseph. The denial follows heavy allegations made by Anita's sister, Sandra, who claimed that MC Fish was physically abusive toward the actress. Sandra specifically alleg…

…that anyone found culpable would be prosecuted in accordance with the law. On sexual violence, she disclosed that police had arrested a 37-year-old man over the alleged rape of a 70-year-old woman in Igueben. According to her, the case was undergoing thorough investigation and the suspect would be prosecuted upon the c…

…incident were taken to a hospital for medical attention. DAILY POST gathered that the violence started at a lounge in the Owoeba community, located along the Osogbo-Ilesa Road, where the victims were said to have been drinking before the attackers arrived. A resident of the area, who spoke on condition of anonymity bec…

…I land in Jerusalem, the demonic manipulation from the Kingdom of Islam will suffer violence through prayer. “Prayer warriors from America, Canada, France, Spain and all over the world will gather to present the case of their nations. We ask God to show mercy upon all of us—including the Fulani terrorists. We love them…

…safety, while business owners hurriedly closed their shops to avoid being caught in the violence. Confirming the incident, the Osun State Police Command spokesperson, DSP Abiodun Ojelabi, said the command was aware of the shooting, which he described as a suspected cult clash. Ojelabi said two persons were killed at th…

…there are too many staff absences. The government says the grievances are legitimate but violence is not. Education Minister Edouard Geffray said “the high school student movement is being held hostage by ultra-violent fringe groups,” adding that nearly 400 high schools out of the 3,700 in the country were expected to…

…to improve response time.” She also raised concerns about the changing dynamics of violence, adding, “Another key issue I have observed in our work is, given the present context and dynamics of violence, how does early warning and early response fit in? Now you find that communities are sleeping at night and then they…

…as Rick Ross, has been arrested in Miami Beach, Florida, over allegations of domestic violence involving his former girlfriend, Jazzma Kendrick. Rick Ross was arrested on a felony charge of battery by strangulation and a misdemeanour count of battery, according to court records sighted by NBC News. The News Agency of N…

…Akure, the state capital. Aiyedatiwa, who urged political leaders and youths to eschew violence, embrace issue-based engagement and respect the rights of every citizen, also used the occasion to commend President Bola Tinubu for his continued support and partnership with the state. While highlighting the President’s ef…

…visa holders who violated the terms of their visas, committed crimes, called for violence against the U.S or Americans, defrauded Americans, abused the immigration system, and endangered national security, a State Department official quoted by Fox News Digital said. Specifically, 2,300 visas connected with birth touris…

…Register in accordance with Sections 33 and 38 of the Lagos State Domestic and Sexual Violence Agency Law 2021. Isaac was prosecuted under Section 137 of the Criminal Law of Lagos State, 2015, which prescribes life imprisonment for anyone who has unlawful sexual intercourse with a child. The judge held that the prosecu…

…country’s peace and unity by respecting political differences, rejecting hate speech and violence, and resolving disagreements through lawful and democratic means. He said political competition should not be allowed to undermine the bonds that unite Nigerians, urging citizens to promote issue-based engagement, respect…

…to adopt professionalism, empathy and diligence in handling Sexual and Gender-Based Violence, SGBV cases. Elleman gave the charge on Wednesday during a one-day capacity-building programme organised by the Niger State Police Command for Gender Desk Officers from various divisions at the Police Officers’ Mess, Minna. The…

…of our people. When communities have opportunities and trust in justice, crime and violence decline. In that sense, development and security go hand in hand,” he said. In his remarks at the lecture, the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Alhaji Mohammed Idris, said the economy recorded 4.43 per cent grow…

…the prosecution of kidnap suspects and demolition of their dens is a strong message that violence and crime must not be tolerated. The lawyer, however, decried the governor’s failure in governance, saying, “While I have consistently criticised the Edo State Governor and remain opposed to his failed governance style, I…

…sector have charged journalists in Kwara State to expose rights abuses, gender-based violence, discrimination and stigma against vulnerable people, while ensuring that reports protect the dignity and privacy of victims. The stakeholders made the call during a sensitisation meeting on Stigma, Rights Abuse, Gender-Based…

…and Commissioner for Justice, Lawal Pedro, has said the fight against gender-based violence cannot be left to government alone, urging individuals, families, professionals, religious and traditional leaders and institutions to take responsibility for preventing abuse and protecting survivors. Pedro, represented by the…

…irrespective of political affiliation. “Anyone found wanting in connection with the Jega violence should face the full weight of the law, whether APC, ADC, PDP or any other political party. We demand justice for the victims, accountability for those responsible and equal application of the law without discrimination,”…

…to participate peacefully, examine the records and ideas of those seeking office, reject violence and intimidation, and cast their votes freely and responsibly. He added that democracy was not only about choosing leaders but also about building the legitimacy and accountability that should follow after the votes were c…