The Centre for Africa Liberation and Socio-Economic Rights (CALSER) has sounded an alarm over France’s alleged donation of weapons to Boko Haram/ISWAP terrorists, describing it as a “breach of international laws”. The Centre brought this to the fore at a press conference on Tuesday in Abuja to address what it described as “reported concealed arms […]
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Boko Haram/ISWAP: Group condemns abduction of CAN Chairman
… berates Chad over withdrawal of troops on counter-insurgency operations The Centre for Africa Liberation and Socio-Economic Rights (CALSER) has condemned the kidnap of Chairman, Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) in Michika, Adamawa State, Mr Lawan Andimi. The group, in a statement on Monday, blamed the Boko Haram/Islamic State West African Province (ISWAP) and withdrawal […]
TETFUND: CSOs dismiss plots against Prof Bogoro
No fewer than 21 Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) has dismissed calls for the investigation of Executive Secretary, Tertiary Education Trust fund (TETFUND), Professor Suleiman Bogoro, describing it as “diversionary plot to derail crusade for transparency”. The CSOs was led by Advocates of Social Justice for All (ASJA), Coalition for Transparency and Accountability (CTA) and Equity […]
US/Iran Face-Off: Group seeks red alert on IMN members over threat to American, British citizens in Nigeria
The Global Action for Peace has alerted the United States of America and Britain over the safety of its citizens in Nigeria following threat by the Islamic Movement of Nigeria (IMN). The proscribed radical Islamic sect had hinted of an impending attack on foreigners after a military action by the United States of America led […]
Boko Haram/ ISWAP: Group charges Borno Elders, stakeholders on defeating terrorists’ ideology
The Centre for Africa Liberation and Socio-Economic Rights (CALSER) has challenged elders, leaders and political stakeholders in Borno State to adopt new approach and strategy to defeat terrorists’ ideology. In an emotion laden speech delivered at the Unity Fountain on Friday, the centre says it will take collaboration of the elders, politicians and other stakeholders […]
Group accuses Ex- gov Yari of planning to destabilize Zamfara peace, economy
The Peace Advocates Network of Nigeria (PANN) has accused former Zamfara State Governor, Abdulaziz Yari, of plotting to destabilize the state through sponsored banditry. In a press conference in Abuja on Friday, PANN called on concerned patriots to be on the watch and for proactive actions to be taken. According to National President, Chinedu Okoli, […]
ENUGU AIRPORT TO RE-OPEN BEFORE EASTER, SIRIKA ASSURES
Minister of Aviation Senator Hadi Sirika, has given assurance that the Enugu airport which is undergoing rehabilitation would be ready before Easter. The Minister who inspected the ongoing rehabilitation of the runway of Akanu Ibiam International Airport, Enugu Thursday expressed satisfaction with the progress of work. Those who joined the Aviation Minister on the inspection […]
Boko Haram/ISWAP: Group berates UN for doing little to support Africa
The Centre for Africa Liberation and Socio-Economic Rights (CALSER) has frowned at the United Nations and other international organizations for being relatively mute, without any strict measure to address terrorism in Africa. According to the Centre, the UN is doing little and doing late by not sanctioning countries that promote and watch Boko Haram/ ISWAP […]
Terrorism: Group lauds Nigerian troops over Yobe, Borno gallantry against Christmas day attacks
The Coalition of Human Rights and Monitoring Groups in Nigeria (CHRMGN) has hailed the Nigerian troops for displaying sheer gallantry to abort proposed attacks on Yobe and Borno States. Between 22nd and 24th December, the Nigerian military averted what would have been a major disaster, repelling Boko Haram attacks on Damaturu and Biu. The gallant […]
Makinde, Buratai, others to receive awards at book launch in honour of Buhari
Governor of Oyo State, Engr. Oluseyi Abiodun Makinde and the Chief of Army Staff, Lt. Gen. Tukur Yusuf Buratai are among top public officials with exemplary performances who will be honoured at a book launch in honour of President Muhammadu Buhari. Makinde will receive the Award of Patriotism As “Human Capital Development Star of the […]