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Boko Haram Informants Among Politicians, Soldiers
Borno State Governor Babagana Zulum has once again drawn national attention to the resurgence of Boko Haram in the state. One of his most alarming, and significant claims is that certain military officers and politicians are acting as informants and collaborators for the terrorist group.
This revelation is not entirely new, but it remains insightful and deeply troubling. Former President Goodluck Jonathan had similarly acknowledged that members of the bloodthirsty sect had infiltrated his administration. Explaining his government’s difficulties in combating the insurgency, he stated that Boko Haram operatives had embedded themselves within the three arms of government, including the armed forces, police, and other security agencies.
He made this startling admission during an inter-denominational service to mark the 2012 Armed Forces Remembrance Day at the National Christian Centre in Abuja. The country was stunned. Yet, despite the gravity of that confession, no names were mentioned. That failure allowed the sect’s collaborators to continue operating from the shadows.
At the time, Boko Haram was at its most savage, destroying police stations, killing security personnel, deploying suicide bombers, and detonating car bombs in cities. In its campaign against Western education, it targeted students and carried out the infamous abduction of schoolgirls from Chibok, an incident that brought the group global infamy.
Eventually, the Jonathan administration, in a bid to push back the militants, engaged mercenaries who helped reclaim swathes of land seized by the sect. When the Muhammadu Buhari administration took over, it declared that Boko Haram had been “technically defeated.” Repentant fighters were reabsorbed into society, and attacks decreased significantly. There was a glimmer of hope that Nigeria was turning the corner. But that hope has since dimmed.
Governor Zulum’s latest declaration is more than a cry for help; it is an indictment of the entrenched rot within our political and military systems. It underscores a tragic truth: the persistence of Boko Haram is not due to the group’s strength alone, but to the betrayal within our own ranks. After over a decade of carnage, that should alarm us all.
This cannot continue. This treachery must end, not only because we desire peace, but because the government has a duty to act decisively and courageously. The nation must be tired by now of burying its citizens and watching helplessly as terrorists strike, regroup, and strike again.
We commend Governor Zulum’s courage in highlighting the involvement of insiders. But we believe he must go further. It is time to name names. The era of vague accusations is over. Nigerians deserve to know who is enabling this terror from within.
We also commend the military for their sacrifices and commitment to defending the country, often at great personal cost. Neutralising bloodthirsty militants, many of them misguided youths, is a heavy burden on our troops and society at large. But without cutting off the head of the snake, the sponsors, the terror will continue.
There was a moment of hope in 2020 when six Nigerians were identified, prosecuted, and jailed in the United Arab Emirates for funding Boko Haram. Abdurrahman Ado Musa, Salihu Yusuf Adamu, Bashir Ali Yusuf, Muhammed Ibrahim Isa, Ibrahim Ali Alhassan, and Surajo Abubakar Muhammad were convicted for attempting to send $782,000 from Dubai to Nigeria to support the sect.
That action by a foreign government should have inspired similar prosecutions at home. Indeed, in 2021, the Buhari administration announced that it had arrested and begun prosecuting some Boko Haram sponsors. But years later, Nigerians are still waiting for names. Nothing has been disclosed. No convictions have been secured. Silence has taken the place of justice.
The introduction of forest guards and other kinetic measures is commendable. But the real solution lies in breaking the financial and logistical lifelines of the terror groups. That means identifying, prosecuting, and punishing the sponsors, no matter how powerful.
Yes, we recognise the danger of politically motivated accusations. That is why such disclosures must be followed by thorough and credible investigations, backed by solid intelligence and forensic financial tracking. With the right international collaboration and political will, this is not only possible, but imperative.
Over the years, many Nigerians have called for the public naming of Boko Haram sponsors. But those calls have been ignored. From the shadows, these masters of terror have continued to orchestrate death and destruction across Nigeria.
As a newspaper, we believe Nigeria could and should have stopped this evil long ago, but this is still a good time to do so.
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The Vice Chancellor of Atiba University, Oyo, Professor Sunday Okeniyi, has enjoined the newly employed staff of the institution to develop the spirit of teamwork, respect, and discipline, which are the hallmarks of every successful institution.
Okeniyi disclosed this during the orientation programme for the newly employed staff of the institution.
While welcoming the newly employed staff, he also congratulated them on their successful appointment into the fast-rising institution. “Your joining us today is not by chance, but by merit, commitment, and the will of God. Atiba University is a citadel of learning and character formation, envisioned to nurture and produce men and women of excellence, integrity, and service. By becoming part of this family, you are now co-builders of this noble vision.”
The V-C said the orientation programme was a deliberate initiative of the management to formally integrate the new staff into the University system. “It is designed to give you a clear understanding of our mission, vision, core values, rules, and operational culture. Our goal is not just for you to work here, but for you to thrive, contribute meaningfully, and leave an indelible mark on the growth and transformation of this University.”
He explained that the university places a premium on academic excellence, innovative research, moral uprightness, and community development. These values define the identity and are the standards the staff must all uphold in their respective assignments—whether as academic staff shaping young minds or as non-teaching staff providing essential support services that make our work possible.
While admitting much needed to be done, Okeniyi said the institution has recorded remarkable progress within a short time. “The future we envision—a future of global competitiveness, leadership in innovation and knowledge, and impact within and beyond Nigeria—requires the collective commitment of every member of staff. That includes you. Your dedication, creativity, and professionalism are needed to propel us forward,” he said.
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This Is War, Kill Every Single One Of Them – Fani-Kayode Blows Hot Over Zamfara Mosque Massacre
Former Aviation Minister Femi Fani-Kayode has condemned the gruesome murder of five worshippers during an early morning prayer in Yandoto village, Tsafe Local Government Area of Zamfara State.
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Speaking via his 𝕏 account, he insisted that the killers should be wiped out, adding that there should be no room for discussions or negotiations.
Fani-Kayode asserted that the killers are terrorists not bandits and described their actions as an act of war.
He wrote: “These are not bandits. Pls stop calling them bandits. They are bloodthirsty killers and terrorists and every single one of them should be wiped off the face of the earth.
“If our people cannot worship God in peace then we have nothing. No negotiation, no discussion, no ransom payments, no rehabilitation.
“This is WAR. Kill every single one of them, wipe out their blood line and decimate their communities and abodes. There is no place on earth for those that slaughter innocent civilians.”
Meanwhile, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Kwara State has accused Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq of failing to address the escalating banditry crisis in the state.
Naija News reports that a deadly attack occurred on Sunday in Oke-Ode, Ifelodun Local Government Area, which left several residents and vigilante members dead.
Speaking via a statement on Monday, the Publicity Secretary of the party, Olusegun Olusola Adewara, described the massacre as “a despicable and senseless act.”
He blamed the governor for the insecurity situation in the state, noting that it is a monumental leadership failure.
Adewara said, “The gruesome videos of the casualties circulating online make it look like Kwara is now at war. Under AbdulRahman’s watch, terror is reigning, kidnappers are taking over rural villages, and nowhere is safe again.”
The opposition party faulted AbdulRazaq’s alleged silence and absence from the affected community, insisting that a responsible leader should have personally visited Oke-Ode to commiserate with victims’ families and give assurances of decisive action.
It further accused the governor of neglecting local vigilantes and security personnel “battling criminals in the bush,” while diverting funds to “footballers and entertainers outside the state.”
The PDP’s criticism comes amid rising concern in Kwara North, where repeated bandit attacks have forced residents to abandon farms, schools, and businesses.
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Nigeria @65: Atiku Knocks Tinubu’s Government In Strongly-Worded Independence Day Message; Details Emerge
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, has praised Nigerians for what he described as “uncommon patience, endurance, and resilience despite living under suffocating socio-economic and security conditions”
In his Independence Day message to Nigerians, the opposition leader alleged that the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) administration had abandoned Nigerians to their fate
Atiku lamented that Nigerians were enduring pains from “raging insecurity, rising food scarcity, mass unemployment, and a dangerous climate of hopelessness all “compounded by the insensitivity of the APC-led administration
In an Independence Day message released by his media office, obtained by Legit.ng, Atiku lamented that Nigerians are enduring excruciating pains from raging insecurity, rising food scarcity, mass unemployment, and a dangerous climate of hopelessness.
The presidential hopeful accused the Tinubu administration of being insensitive to the plight of Nigerians.
Atiku declared: “It is tragic that in a country blessed with immense human and material resources, millions of our people have been reduced to refugees and beggars in their fatherland. Every responsible government holds the welfare and security of its citizens as supreme. But what we have today is an administration that has abandoned its people. Hunger is killing Nigerians, bandits are massacring communities, yet President Tinubu and his cabinet stand by, unmoved and uncaring.”
Furthermore, Atiku called on citizens not to lose faith, reminding Nigerians that the 2027 election provides a clear opportunity to reject bad leadership and reclaim the promise of a better tomorrow.
He said: “The beauty of democracy lies in the power of the ballot. Oppressed and battered as our people may feel today, they will have the chance to sweep away this inept government at the next polls. That is the power no cabal can take away from the people.”
At 65, Atiku noted, Nigeria remains “a giant moving painfully slow on feet of clay”.
The 78-year-old blamed Nigeria’s condition on “a direct result of decades of poor leadership and wasteful governance.”
He bemoaned: “Yet, he urged Nigerians to keep hope alive, insisting that with the right leadership, the country can still rise from the ashes of failed governance to reclaim its rightful place among the comity of nations.”
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Nigeria @65: @atiku Hails Nigerians’ Courage, Blasts APC Over Economic Strangulation
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