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Breaking: Evangelist And Muslim Cleric Call For Ceasefire In Israeli-Hamas Conflict To Avert Humanitarian Crisis
Breaking: Evangelist And Muslim Cleric Call For Ceasefire In Israeli-Hamas Conflict To Avert Humanitarian Crisis....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Renowned evangelist Bishop Kayode Williams and prominent Muslim cleric Professor Ishaq Akintola have expressed their deep concern over the humanitarian crisis caused by the ongoing conflict between Israeli and Hamas militants in the Gaza Strip. They are calling for an immediate ceasefire by both warring parties.
In a meeting with a delegation from the Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC) led by Director Professor Akintola at his Ikorodu office, Bishop Williams, the founder of Christ Vessels of Grace Church Inc. and National Coordinator of Integrity Ministers International Ministry Inc. (IMIM), emphasized the urgent need for both parties to halt hostilities for the sake of ordinary, vulnerable citizens who are most at risk.
Both Bishop Williams and Professor Akintola separately conveyed their dismay at the failure of the warring parties to consider the grave consequences of their actions on the most vulnerable groups, including women, children, and the elderly.
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The humanitarian crisis in Gaza is deepening, with warnings of potential starvation for its people. The conflict has already resulted in the loss of nearly 1,800 lives, according to the Palestinian health ministry, while Israeli officials have called for the evacuation of the 1.1 million Hamas citizens in the area.
Professor Akintola urged Nigerians not to let the war in Gaza escalate to Nigeria due to ethno-religious sentiments expressed by certain groups. He emphasized that war does not lead to progress but has consistently brought destruction wherever it occurs.
Referencing the enormous human toll of World War I and World War II, Professor Akintola stressed that war does not bring about any resolution or progress.
He called for a plea to both the Palestinians and Israelis and urged the leaders of both factions to seek solutions that can establish lasting peace. Furthermore, he implored world leaders to address the root causes of the perpetual crisis in the region, particularly the issue of justice between Israel and Palestine, to resolve conflicts in the Middle East.
In response to concerns of potential reprisal attacks by Nigerians, Bishop Williams and Professor Akintola appealed to their fellow Nigerians not to allow the Israeli-Palestinian conflict to affect the relationships within Nigeria and among Nigerians.
Bishop Williams, who had previously visited Gaza Strip during the reign of the late Yasser Arafat, commended the late President of the Palestine Liberation Organisation (PLO) for his efforts to promote lasting peace in the region. He highlighted the need to lift the blockade to provide proper care to the vulnerable women and children most affected by the crisis.
Both leaders emphasized the importance of Nigerians coming together to work for mutual peace, love, and understanding, particularly at this time, to ensure lasting peace and political stability in the country.
According to Nivo News, the African Democratic Congress (ADC) welcomed 5,000 new members in Abia State on Saturday, following the recent entry of former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, into the party.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The mass defection was led by Bishop Emeka Nwankpa, the 2023 governorship candidate of the Accord Party, in his hometown of Umuaku, Ntigha, Isiala Ngwa North Local Government Area. Supporters who joined him also left their former political affiliations, including the South East Mandate for Good Governance, to align with the ADC.
Nwankpa explained that his decision to join the ADC was driven by a strong conviction, noting that the party’s manifesto resonates with his political philosophy, emphasizing people-oriented governance, social justice, and sustainable development. He described the ADC as a credible, progressive platform capable of fostering inclusive governance and rebuilding public trust in Nigerian politics.
The Abia State Chairman of the ADC, Don Norman Obinna, formally welcomed Nwankpa and his followers, stating that the country’s political trajectory is increasingly favoring the ADC.
The Abia State Police Command has reported the arrest of 809 suspects and the recovery of 88 firearms in 438 cases across the state from January 2025 to date.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
According to Nivo News, Commissioner of Police Danladi Isa provided the update on Friday during a briefing at his office, outlining the operational strategies and achievements of the Command during the period under review. He disclosed that 435 rounds of ammunition were recovered from suspected criminals and that over 200 suspects have been successfully prosecuted, with several jailed for various offenses.
The CP further revealed that 33 children who had been kidnapped or trafficked were rescued within and outside the state, with the suspects involved prosecuted and some already imprisoned. “We have sent a lot of people to jail. A clear message has been passed that it is no longer business as usual for criminals in Abia State,” Isa stated.
He highlighted that the state’s crime rate has declined under his leadership, attributing the success to support from Governor Alex Otti, provision of logistics, and collaboration with community stakeholders. Isa also noted that officers encountered non-state actors on several occasions, who were neutralized and disarmed.
The Police Commissioner urged residents to continue providing credible information on suspicious activities to further strengthen the fight against crime. Firearms and other weapons recovered from suspects were displayed at the Police headquarters in Umuahia for the media.
According to Nivo News, the Nigeria Police Force National Cybercrime Centre (NPF–NCCC) has arrested high-profile cybercrime suspects linked to a sophisticated Microsoft 365 phishing operation that targeted the email systems of major corporate organisations.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The arrests followed actionable intelligence received from Microsoft Corporation in the United States through the Federal Bureau of Investigation, which exposed the deployment of an advanced phishing toolkit known as RaccoonO365. The toolkit was designed to create counterfeit Microsoft login pages capable of harvesting user credentials and unlawfully accessing corporate, financial, and educational email platforms.
Briefing journalists in Abuja on Thursday, the Force Public Relations Officer, CSP Benjamin Hundeyin, disclosed that the cybercrime centre launched a coordinated, intelligence-led operation in partnership with Microsoft, the FBI, and the United States Secret Service. He explained that investigations traced multiple cases of unauthorised Microsoft 365 account access recorded between January and September 2025 to phishing emails crafted to closely mimic legitimate Microsoft authentication portals.
According to police findings, the cyberattacks resulted in business email compromise, data breaches, and significant financial losses across several jurisdictions. Acting on precise intelligence, NPF–NCCC operatives conducted targeted operations in Lagos and Edo states, leading to the arrest of three suspects. Searches carried out at their residences yielded laptops, mobile phones, and other digital devices, which forensic analysis directly linked to the fraudulent activities.
Further investigations identified Okitipi Samuel, also known by the aliases “RaccoonO365” and “Moses Felix,” as the principal suspect and alleged developer of the phishing infrastructure. Police said he operated a Telegram channel through which phishing links were sold in exchange for cryptocurrency and hosted fake login portals on Cloudflare using stolen or fraudulently obtained email credentials.
The police clarified that there was no evidence connecting the two other arrested individuals to the creation or management of the phishing scheme. The Nigeria Police Force reiterated its commitment to protecting the country’s digital environment through the use of advanced technology, enhanced international cooperation, and thorough investigative and prosecutorial processes aimed at combating evolving cyber threats.
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