Let Us Probe Nigeria’s Defence Spending By Sonala Olumhense

Two things are particularly disturbing.  The first is the superior firepower that the murderers possess, and the capacity they have developed, in less than five years, to use them. The second is the intelligence and tactical sagacity that Boko Haram now appears to possess. 

Suspected Fulani Gunmen Kill Soldier, 32 Villagers In Kaduna

Armed men suspected to be Fulani herdsmen, on Tuesday night raided three communities in Sanga Local Government Area, in the Southern part of Kaduna State, killing no fewer than 32 villagers. The attackers, it was learnt, also killed a soldier and injured four others in an ambush.

D-Day For Scottish Independence Referendum: "Should Scotland Be An Independent Country?"

People in Scotland have begun voting on whether the country should stay in the UK or become an independent nation.

Voters will answer "Yes" or "No" to the referendum question: "Should Scotland be an independent country?"

Synagogue Church Collapsed Building: Death Toll Hits 80, 300 South Africans Plausibly In Synagogue

The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) said that no fewer than 80 bodies had been evacuated from the site.

The South West Information Officer of NEMA, Ibrahim Farinloye, confirmed that about 5p.m., 17 more bodies were recovered, bringing the total number to 80. None has been rescued alive in the last 24 hours. The number of survivors, however, remains 131.

15 Soldiers of 23rd Armoured Brigade Yola Court-Martialed, Jailed 4 Years’ For Refusal To Fight Boko Haram

Reports from the 23rd Armoured Brigade, Yola, has revealed that no fewer than 15 soldiers were court-martialed and each sentenced to four years’ jail following their refusal to go to the war front in the northern parts of Adamawa State.

Soldiers Kill Over 400 Boko Haram Terrorists In Borno Villages

At least 400 members of the Boko Haram terrorist group were killed in the last three days by soldiers during separate shootouts in different parts of Borno State, security sources said.

Breaking News: Scores Killed As Bomb Blast, Gunshots Rock Federal College of Education (FCE) Kano

At least 15 students of the Federal College of Education, Kano, were killed in a suicide bomb attack in the institution on Wednesday, while 34 others were seriously injured.

Nigerian Bank IT Staff Wanted For Masterminding A $40Million Cyber-Theft From Bank

A Nigerian Bank IT worker - Mr. Godswill Oyegwa Uyoyou is being sought by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) for his alleged role in co-ordinating a £25m ($40m) cyber-theft at a bank in Abuja where he worked.

Pastor Oritsejafor Admits Having Vested Interests In Aircraft Used In Smuggling $9.2m To South Africa

The President of the Christian Association of Nigerian (CAN) Pastor
Ayo Oritsejafor, yesterday explained he has vested interest the Bombardier Challengers 600 jet which smuggled $9.3m cash into South Africa.

10 Trending Social Media Scams To Watch Out For

Scams on social networks are nothing new, but they're constantly changing to keep up with and take advantage of the latest apps, trends, and news. Here are some of the most recent scams that are making the rounds. 

Two Nigerians, Israeli Smuggle $9.3million To South Africa To Buy Weapons

South African police are investigating two Nigerians and an Israeli citizen who tried to bring $9.3 million in cash into the country illegally, a spokesman said on Monday.

There were suspicions that the money could be meant for arms. The Nigerians, coming from Abuja, were not identified, according to a report by Reuters.

Mutiny Trial: 12 Soldiers Who Attacked GOC Sentenced To Death

A military court sitting in Abuja on Monday found 13 out of the 18 soldiers standing trial for mutiny and other offences guilty.

Twelve of the convicted soldiers were sentenced to death, five were discharged and acquitted while the remaining one was jailed for 28 days with hard labour.

Nigeria Set To Establish Special Forces Brigade To Tackle Terrorism – Jonathan

The Federal Government is contemplating the establishment of new Special Brigade Forces in addition to to the existing forces under the Nigerian Armed Forces.

President Jonathan Demands 100% Loyalty, Courage From Soldiers

President Goodluck Jonathan on Saturday called on soldiers to demonstrate 100 per cent loyalty to the nation.

The president made the call when he addressed cadets at the Passing-out Parade and Commissioning of 61 Regular Course and Short Service Course 42 at the Nigerian Defence Academy, Kaduna.

Prophet T.B. Joshua Blames Boko Haram For The Collapse of Synagogue Church Building

The founder and General overseer of the Synagogue Church of All Nations, Prophet T. B. Joshua has said Boko Haram may be responsible for the collapse of a six-storey building in the church premises.

Joshua, who told members of his church on Sunday not to be afraid, said the attack was targeted at him and not at them. The prophet made it clear that the collapse of the six-storey building at around 11.45am on Friday which led to the death of no fewer than 44 persons was a Boko Haram attack.