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Nigerian Army Investigates Soldier After Fatal Shooting Of 13-Year-Old Boy.
According to Nivo News, the Nigerian Army has launched an investigation into the fatal shooting of 13-year-old Timothy Daniel by a soldier on guard duty in Ikot Abasi Local Government Area of Akwa Ibom State. The incident, which occurred in the early hours of January 1, 2026, along Akongntekong Road in Ete, has sparked outrage and tension within the community.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Captain Lawal Mohamed, the Army Public Relations Officer for 2 Brigade, Mbiokporo, confirmed that the case has been officially taken over by the Military Police and is currently under investigation. He assured that due process would be followed.
Eyewitnesses reported that Timothy and his 15-year-old sister, Miracle Daniel, were returning home from a crossover service at Mount Zion Full Gospel Church when the shooting occurred at approximately 12:05 a.m. A local resident, Anthony Akpan, alleged that a soldier stationed near the residence of the late former clan head, Clement Idemudo, made inappropriate advances toward Miracle. When she resisted, the soldier reportedly became aggressive, prompting Timothy to confront him.
The situation allegedly escalated, resulting in the soldier firing his weapon and fatally wounding Timothy, who died on the spot. According to reports, the soldier then retreated into the compound while other security personnel later removed the boy’s body.
The incident caused panic in the community and disrupted New Year festivities. Akpan also reported that a vehicle belonging to Obong Uyai Udoiwod, a former political adviser to the Ikot Abasi Local Government Chairman, was damaged during the unrest that followed the shooting.
Newly elected President of the Middle-Belt Youth Congress (MYC), Comrade Obande Gideon Obande, has stated that the 2027 general elections will usher in a major shift in political participation across the region, insisting that it will “no longer be business as usual.”....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
He made the remarks during his acceptance speech after emerging as President of the Congress for a four-year term at an elective congress held in Abuja.
Speaking to delegates and stakeholders, Obande said Middle-Belt youths are prepared to take a more active role in Nigeria’s political process.
He declared that the region’s young people would no longer remain passive, stressing that they intend to organise, mobilise, and ensure their voices are properly represented.
Obande also emphasised unity as a key focus of his leadership, pledging to place the collective interest of the Middle-Belt above personal ambition.
He said his mandate was about service and bringing people together to pursue shared goals that reflect the aspirations of the region.
Highlighting key challenges facing the Middle-Belt, including political exclusion, insecurity, and underdevelopment, he called for more strategic and purposeful leadership.
He noted the need to move from discussions to practical action, adding that youths deserve greater inclusion, opportunities, and security.
Obande further said his leadership would push for stronger youth representation in governance and more active engagement in decision-making processes.
He added that the Congress would work to build partnerships and demand accountability across all levels of leadership.
Obande, a former student union leader and immediate past president of the Ochetoha K’Idoma Youth Wing, is known for his advocacy on issues affecting the Middle-Belt region.
Troops of the Nigerian Army, operating under Operation Hadin Kai, have recovered a heavy weapon and a cache of ammunition after a clearance operation and engagement with armed insurgents in Borno State.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The development was confirmed in a post on Tuesday by security analyst and counter-insurgency expert, Zagazola Makama, via his X account.
Security sources said the recovery took place on April 21, 2026, during follow-up operations at Nanewa village, where troops had earlier engaged insurgents in a firefight and neutralised several of them.
During a subsequent mop-up along the route used by fleeing insurgents, the troops reportedly discovered an anti-aircraft machine gun and several rounds of 7.62×54mm ammunition believed to have been abandoned during the encounter.
The sources also noted that blood traces were seen along the escape path, indicating that some of the fleeing insurgents may have been injured during the earlier clash.
Military authorities confirmed that the recovered items have been secured for documentation and further examination.
The Kano State House of Assembly has summoned the Chairman of the State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB), Yusuf Kabir, to explain how the recent teacher recruitment exercise was conducted amid complaints of alleged irregularities.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Reports from local media outlets suggest that some applicants were allegedly required to pay money to obtain application forms, despite approval by the state government for the recruitment of over 7,000 teachers and other personnel.
An investigation further claimed that a large percentage of applicants reportedly paid for the forms, raising concerns about transparency in the process.
The summons followed a motion moved by Murtala Musa Kore, the lawmaker representing Dambatta Constituency, who called for a thorough investigation and a review of the entire recruitment exercise.
Lawmakers said the move is aimed at ensuring fairness, accountability, and due process in public recruitment, as well as protecting the integrity of the education sector in the state.
The SUBEB chairman is expected to appear before the House to provide clarifications on the allegations.
There are also growing concerns that the recruitment exercise may be reviewed or cancelled if the alleged irregularities are confirmed.
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