Insecurity & Crime
US: We Believe This Should Be the End of the Matter, We Will Defend Israel, If Iran Responds
The United States has declared its support for Israel’s recent military action against Iran, calling the strike “proportionate” in response to a previous Iranian aggression, according to the Times of Israel.During a press briefing, US State Department spokesperson Matthew Miller emphasized that Israel had the right to retaliate following the October 1 incident, which involved an Iranian attack.CONTINUE FULL READING>>>>>
Miller stated, “Israel had a right to respond to that attack. We supported their right to do so. They responded on Friday night. We believe this should be the end of the matter.”
Miller’s comments come amid heightened tensions in the region, with concerns about potential escalation following Israel’s military response. The spokesperson cautioned Iran against further provocations, asserting that any retaliatory measures would prompt continued US support for Israel. “If Iran does respond in any way, we will continue to defend Israel,” he warned, underscoring the US commitment to its ally.
The US administration has been actively involved in advising Israel on its military strategy. According to Miller, Israel adhered to President Joe Biden’s guidance by refraining from targeting critical Iranian nuclear and oil infrastructure during its strike. Instead, the Israeli response was focused solely on military sites, which Miller deemed “entirely appropriate given the nature of the attack by Iran.”
This incident marks a significant moment in US-Israeli relations, illustrating the Biden administration’s stance on regional security and its commitment to Israel’s defense capabilities. The US has consistently supported Israel’s right to self-defense while also advocating for restraint in military engagements that could lead to broader conflict.CONTINUE FULL READING>>>>>
Insecurity & Crime
OFFICIAL: New jihadist group ‘Lakurawa’ reportedly takes over Sokoto communities, imposes Islamic laws, levies
A new jihadist group known as the “Lakurawas” have reportedly taken over some communities in five local government areas in Sokoto State where they have imposed Islamic laws, taxes and levies.CONTINUE FULL READING>>>>>
Ripples Nigeria had reported how the state Deputy Governor, Idris Gobir, had warned of the emergence of the deadly and dangerous terrorist group, calling on concerted security efforts to dislodge them.
Gobir, while receiving participants of Course 33 of the National Defence College, Abuja, who were on a study tour in the state, had said the group which describes itself as a faith-based idealist sect, but possessed sophisticated weapons and carrying out criminal activities in about five local government areas of the state.
An Intel report has however, identified that the heavily armed ‘Lakurawas’ have so far taken over Tangaza, Gudu, Ilela, Silame and Binji local councils of the state where they have imposed their own rules.
Some residents of the affected communities who spoke with journalists on Wednesday, expressed deep concerns over the presence of the heavily armed Islamic preachers, many of whom are believed to be foreigners.
“The Lakurawas have set up bases in the affected local government areas, moving from community to community and preaching against western civilization and democratic system of government, similar to the ideology of Boko Haram terrorists,” one resident said.
“We have noticed that the majority of the members of the new Islamic sect are from the Sahel countries of Mali and Niger Republic.
“They imposed strict Islamic laws, luring young people into the fold with business capital. They also collect taxes and levies.
“During sermons, they’ll tell us they don’t recognize the Nigerian government and its security forces,” another resident said.
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Insecurity & Crime
after President Tinubu decorated the acting Chief of Army Staff with new rank, Nigerian Army reacts
According to the photo shared on X, popularly known as Twitter, the new acting Chief of Army Staff, Major General Olufemi Oluyede was spotted saluting President Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu after decorating him with a new rank on Tuesday.
Reacting after President Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu decorated the acting Chief of Army Staff with a new rank on Tuesday, Nigerian Army tweeted: “President Bola Ahmed Tinubu GCFR on Tuesday, 5 November 2024 decorated Acting Chief of Army Staff, Major General Olufemi Oluyede with the new rank of Lieutenant General…”
This reaction from the Nigerian Army has attracted reactions from Nigerians and social media users, as some have congratulated the acting Chief of Army Staff, while some have asked about Lagbaja.
Here are some screenshots of reactions from Nigerians and social media users:CONTINUE FULL READING>>>>>
Insecurity & Crime
BREAKING NEWS: Nigerian Police Arrest, Secretly Arraign Woman Who Lamented Rising Killings In Sokoto For ‘Embarrassing’ Governor Aliyu
Sokoto is one of states in the Northern region plagued by criminals known as bandits who raid and loot villages, kill residents and burn houses to the ground.CONTINUE FULL READING>>>>>
A woman identified as Hamdiya Sidi has been arrested for allegedly “embarrassing” Sokoto State governor, Ahmad Aliyu, on social media.
SaharaReporters gathered that Hamdiya was arrested during the weekend on the orders of the state government.
She was subsequently arraigned secretly on Monday without having access to a lawyer nor family members, a source said.
The woman had in a video lamented about insecurity in the state.
Hamdiya had also demanded an end to the incessant killings in the state by gunmen.
Sokoto is one of states in the Northern region plagued by criminals known as bandits who raid and loot villages, kill residents and burn houses to the ground.
Last week, bandits slaughtered four farmers in Isa local government areas of state.
“Our sister was arrested by the Sokoto state government, all because she spoke about the insecurities in Wurno Local Government and Sabo Birnin Local Government,” a relative of the detainee told SaharaReporters.
“We’re appealing to the governor and the Commissioner of Police to release our daughter.”
Another source added, “She was arrested on Sunday for calling out the governor on the lack of security in her town in a video. The young woman lamenting about insecurities in the state went viral on social media last week.
“After she was arrested, the secretly arraigned her in court on Monday for allegedly embarrassing the state governor. Her town is one of the areas that are suffering from killings by bandits.
Gombe has joined in the harassment of social media and opposition voices over criticism of their governors.
Governors across the country are increasingly targeting opponents and social media users for allegedly insulting and embarrassing them.
Last Wednesday, a Chief Magistrate Court sitting in Makurdi, ordered the remand of one 35-year-old Paul Gyenger at a custodial centre in Makurdi for allegedly calling the Benue State governor a womaniser.
Gyenger was accused of insulting Governor Hyacinth Alia on social media, referring to him as a “chronic womaniser.”
The police charged him with cyberstalking and defamation of character after a complaint was filed by the governor’s Aide-de-Camp (ADC), ASP Ver Ingyatu.CONTINUE FULL READING>>>>>
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