Following an unsuccessful assault on a Nigerian military base, the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) verified the death of veteran raid commander and chief photographer Abu Salim al-Barnawi. Security analyst Zagazola Makama noted that the insurgent group distributed an internal obituary confirming his death among the fighters killed after troops thwarted the attack. Intelligence sources highlighted that al-Barnawi was a leading media figure for ISWAP, tasked with capturing combat missions and crafting recruitment, mobilization, and propaganda material.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Prior to working in the media division, al-Barnawi directed cross-border raids against security personnel in neighboring Cameroon before moving into ISWAP’s media wing to handle propaganda distribution. Security insiders noted that his removal deals a major blow to the group’s propaganda apparatus and illustrates the continuous pressure facing insurgents from military campaigns across the North-East.

The House of Representatives has initiated a probe into the human and economic toll of persistent xenophobic violence against Nigerians in South Africa, following a motion introduced on Wednesday by Babajimi Benson representing the Ikorodu Federal Constituency. Lawmakers have instructed relevant committees to investigate avenues for victim compensation and to formulate stronger diplomatic safeguards for Nigerians residing and working in the country.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

The presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) and former Anambra State Governor, Peter Obi, has emphasized the need for a stronger partnership between Nigeria and Switzerland, noting that value-driven alliances are vital for national progress.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Following a productive meeting on Wednesday with the Swiss Ambassador to Nigeria, Patrick Egloff, Obi shared on that their talks centered on Nigeria’s development path and avenues for deeper bilateral cooperation. Discussions specifically targeted critical sectors like education, healthcare, and poverty reduction, which he views as essential for sustainable growth and improving citizen well-being.

Obi also praised the Swiss government for its impactful contributions to Nigeria, highlighting its humanitarian, economic, peace-building, and cultural initiatives—particularly in the North-East, a region facing ongoing challenges. He stressed that fostering international ties grounded in human development and mutual values will be key to building a more prosperous and inclusive nation.