…peaceful campaigns and responsible political communication. The forum cautioned against violence, hate speech, misinformation and other practices capable of undermining democratic processes. It said its activities would be guided by the principles of unity, loyalty, service, responsible advocacy, grassroots engagement…

…enforcement officials are continuing to gather details regarding the latest outbreak of violence. Amid growing tension, university authorities intervened by suspending all remaining activities scheduled for the annual Students' Union Government Week. In an official bulletin, the institution's Registrar, Dr Chinonye Aji…

…Bar Association, Afam Osigwe, has decried the rising cases of political killings and violence in Osun State ahead of Saturday’s governorship election and urged security agents to remain professional. Osigwe, while addressing journalists in Osogbo, the state capital, on Wednesday, said he was in the state with his team…

…of the Accord Party ahead of the election. The senator, however, denied calling for violence, saying he instructed his supporters to "kill Accord" with votes, not through physical attacks. However, Olarenwaju said Fadahunsi should be arrested and prosecuted for his remarks. Posting on X, he wrote: "That Fadahunsi is st…

…week took to the streets of Ilesa to protest against what they described as political violence and intimidation ahead of the election. The protest attracted APC leaders from Ijesa land, including Senator Francis Fadahunsi, who addressed the demonstrators and condemned the reported attacks on party members. However, rem…

Palestinian children are among those bearing the impact of violence in the West Bank, with the United Kingdom saying they are being exposed to repeated violence, displacement and disruption to their education. The UK condemned escalating violence across the West Bank, saying 13 Palestinians and two Israelis were killed…

…media office in the state capital on Tuesday, titled ‘Kill Osun Accord with Votes, Not Violence, Senator Fadahunsi Tells APC,’ the senator said his viral comment was “a call on supporters to overwhelmingly reject the Accord Party at the ballot box through lawful, peaceful and democratic means during the August 15 gover…

…on his experience as a displaced person during the Bauchi crisis, Yilwatda said violence did not discriminate between Christians and Muslims as everyone suffered. “When violence comes, it does not ask whether you are a Christian or a Muslim before it destroys either your home, or your humanity, or your dignity,” he sai…

…sparked concerns over the tone of political campaigns in the state and the potential for violence ahead of the election. Watch the video below............................................... View this post on Instagram A post shared by Lindaikejiblog (@lindaikejiblogofficial) by Linda Ikeji at 11/08/2026 3:31 PM | Share…

…core evidence that Clenney stabbed Christian Obumseli as part of a pattern of escalating violence toward him. While nothing can heal the wounds caused on that day in April, I hope today's guilty plea brings his family a measure of justice too long denied." The Miami-Dade State Attorney's Office had described Obumseli a…

…Nigerians and other African migrants have in recent months been targeted in pockets of violence across Gauteng, KwaZulu-Natal and parts of the Western Cape. The attacks, often fuelled by claims of job competition and criminality, led to looting of shops owned by foreigners, assaults and forced displacements, sparking o…

…referenced divisions among the Ijaw, Urhobo and Itsekiri people, while appealing against violence, oppression and bullying. According to the comedian, she has personally experienced bullying and oppression in Delta State over the past eight years. She said, “The disunity in my state is very tiring, especially amongst t…

…their breadwinner. The MYDA spokesman described the incident as a recurring pattern of violence against members of the Irigwe community, alleging that the attacks were part of a systematic attempt to displace the people from their ancestral communities. He called on security agencies and relevant authorities to urgentl…

…Limpopo Provincial Commissioner, Lieutenant General Jan Scheepers, said gender-based violence and violent crimes remain a serious concern and reiterated SAPS' commitment to thorough investigations to ensure justice is served. The investigation continues under the Directorate for Priority Crime Investigation. by Linda I…

…speak out against terrorism, kidnapping, banditry and the misuse of religion to justify violence. Tinubu made the call on Sunday in Kano in a goodwill message delivered on his behalf by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, George Akume, at the Grand Maulud of Sheikh Ahmad Al-Tijani. A statement by his med…

…in Osun has also been tense, with the two major camps trading allegations over violence, intimidation and the arrest of their supporters. Adeleke and his campaign team have repeatedly accused the Oyetola-led APC of intimidating Accord Party members, following reported arrests and raids on the homes of some party leader…

…Onuchukwu also warned of psychological consequences, saying prolonged exposure to violence and insecurity could produce emotional distress, mental trauma and loss of interest in education. He said attacks could also damage school facilities and disrupt the livelihoods of teachers, lecturers and other workers whose inco…

…Force documented at least 30 politically motivated killings in the state. The rising violence has heightened fears among residents, many of whom now consider openly identifying with political parties a security risk. The election is expected to be a three-way contest involving the incumbent Governor Ademola Adeleke of…

Christian leaders and Nigerians affected by religious violence are increasingly becoming part of efforts to deradicalise and reintegrate former extremists, amid continuing insecurity in the country’s northern region. The post Nigerian Christians join efforts to deradicalise Terrorists appeared first on Tribune Online.

…captivity — Lawmaker Today, that identity has been overshadowed by years of recurring violence that have left many rural communities deserted, thousands of residents displaced and vast stretches of farmland abandoned. Across Bokkos, Barkin Ladi, Riyom, Bassa, Mangu, Jos South, Kanam and Qua’an Pan Local Government Area…

…prison sentence for r@pong 10-year-old girl The Children, S3xual and Gender-based Violence Court sitting at the High Court of Awka, Anambra State, has convicted and sentenced a 27-year-old final-year Mass Communication student, Wisdom Edem, to 25 years, five years and five years imprisonment, respectively for r@pe, s@x…

…J. Hochman said in a news release Thursday. Hochman said that the 'horrific act of violence is a painful reminder of how older adults remain vulnerable to violence, even from those closest to them. 'Our elders deserve to feel safe, and the office's Elder Abuse Section is committed to holding those who harm them fully a…

…years of neglect of education, stressing that ignorance has become a major driver of violence and instability. Thus, he also called on parents, religious leaders and community members to ensure every child, particularly those affected by conflict and poverty, has access to quality education. The Bishop made this observ…

…is a high chance that the victim would not have survived the attack,” he said. “Tackling violence against women and girls is one of Police Scotland’s highest priorities and we continue to work with partners to achieve this.” Atutie’s original 10-year prison sentence was reduced to seven-and-a-half years after he pleade…

…with some describing agberos as a growing security concern due to alleged harassment and violence, while others argued that many are simply struggling to survive because of the country's economic situation. Watch video below: View this post on Instagram A post shared by Lindaikejiblog (@lindaikejiblogofficial) by Linda…