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Miyetti Allah Warns: Bandit Violence Wiping Out Fulani Communities
According to Nivo News, the National President of the Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria (MACBAN), Baba Othman-Ngelzarma, has dismissed allegations linking the association to the worsening insecurity in the country, insisting that Fulani pastoralists are among the greatest victims of banditry and rural violence.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Othman-Ngelzarma made the remarks in reaction to a statement credited to Prophet Isa El-Buba, a Plateau State cleric and President of EL-Buba Outreach Ministries International, who accused Miyetti Allah of bearing significant responsibility for the ongoing crisis. El-Buba alleged that if the association chose to intervene, the killings and kidnappings attributed to armed groups could end immediately.
Rejecting the accusations, Othman-Ngelzarma stated that Miyetti Allah neither supports nor shields criminal elements. He stressed that pastoralists, who predominantly live in remote forests with their families and depend entirely on cattle for survival, are frequent targets of violent attacks. According to him, herders are killed daily, their livestock stolen, and their communities displaced.
He cited a recent incident in Sokoto State where bandits reportedly rustled more than 10,000 cattle belonging to different families, describing it as evidence that Fulani communities are also suffering. “We are not a criminal organisation and we condemn criminality in every form. Yes, some Fulani youth may be among criminal groups, but Fulani people themselves are not spared. They are being killed and impoverished daily,” he said.
Othman-Ngelzarma further expressed support for security agencies to pursue criminals regardless of tribe, ethnicity, or social status. He welcomed the Federal Government’s creation of the Ministry of Livestock Development, describing it as a step towards ending the open grazing culture that has often put herders at risk.
According to him, the new ministry must develop sustainable policies to settle pastoralists in organized communities and improve security for livestock farmers. He added that Miyetti Allah would continue to sensitize its members, collaborate with authorities, and pressure government to adopt long-term solutions to the country’s insecurity challenges.
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Administration’s Inclusivity: FCT Minister Nyesom Wike emphasized that the Tinubu administration operates without political bias, prioritizing service to all Nigerians regardless of party affiliation.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
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Context of Remarks: Wike shared these sentiments during the official unveiling of the Jahi-Gwarimpa interchange (the Arterial Road N16–Ring Road III intersection).
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Bipartisan Governance: To highlight this non-discriminatory approach, Wike revealed he recently signed a Certificate of Occupancy (CofO) for David Mark, the National Chairman of the ADC, to facilitate his official duties.
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Critique of Past Leadership: During his speech, the Minister contrasted the current administration’s project delivery with the tenure of former Senate President David Mark, noting a lack of FCT project commissions during Mark’s eight years in that role.
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Ease of Doing Business: Wike pointed to data on land administration, noting that while fewer than 4,000 CofOs were signed between 2010 and 2023, the current administration has signed over 25,000 in just three years, showcasing an improved climate for business and economic activity.
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Dangote Refinery has officially lowered its ex-depot petrol price by ₦50, shifting the cost from ₦1,175 to ₦1,125 per litre. The company stated that this adjustment is a direct response to declining global energy costs, which were influenced by reduced tensions in the Middle East.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Key details of the pricing update and recent company clarifications include:
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Pricing Adjustments: The gantry loading price has been revised downward to ₦1,125 per litre.
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Coastal Supplies: The price for coastal supplies has decreased from ₦1,495,215 to ₦1,428,165 per metric ton.
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Refuting Allegations: The refinery explicitly denied reports claiming that its products are exported to Lomé, Togo, and then re-imported into Nigeria, labeling these allegations as “unsubstantiated” and “commercially illogical”.
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Company Stance: While the refinery typically avoids responding to false claims to remain focused on its goal of ensuring energy security across Nigeria and Africa, it chose to address these “ill-motivated” rumors for the sake of clarity.
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A Massive Endorsement: US Lawmaker Praises Tinubu, Claims State Police Will Save Nigeria’s Christians!.
U.S. Congressman Riley Moore has expressed strong support for the Nigerian Senate’s recent approval of a Constitution Alteration Bill aimed at creating state police forces. Moore, representing West Virginia’s 2nd Congressional District, stated that this reform is essential for empowering states to defend their own populations and reducing reliance on centralized security decision-making in Abuja.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Key highlights regarding the proposed legislation and Moore’s reaction include:
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Rationale for Support: Moore, who has previously investigated violence against Christians in Nigeria, views state-level police as a critical tool for protecting persecuted religious communities.
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Credit to Leadership: The congressman commended President Bola Tinubu for his role in advancing the initiative.
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Legislative Hurdles: Moore noted that while the Senate’s passage is a positive step, the amendment requires ratification by at least two-thirds of Nigeria’s state Houses of Assembly to become law.
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Structure of the Bill: The bill proposes a policing framework that functions alongside the federal system, allowing governors to appoint State Commissioners of Police, subject to legislative confirmation.
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Safeguards: To prevent misuse of power, the proposed law includes specific provisions prohibiting the deployment of state police against critics of the government, except as permitted by law.
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