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ACF condemns attacks on Northern truck drivers in South-East, calls for urgent action
The Arewa Consultative Forum (ACF) has raised the alarm over the continued attacks on truck drivers transporting goods from the North to the South-East, allegedly perpetrated by members of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB).
In a statement issued by its National Publicity Secretary, Professor Tukur Muhammad-Baba, the ACF described the attacks as a major threat to national security, warning that they could lead to widespread anarchy if left unchecked.
According to the statement, drivers of heavy-duty trucks have been subjected to “vicious and unprovoked attacks,” resulting in the deaths of several drivers, the burning of vehicles, and the looting of goods. The group accused security agencies and the federal government of failing to address the situation.
“These attacks are being brazenly carried out by gunmen and gun-women who openly claim membership of terror groups such as IPOB and the Eastern Security Network (ESN), with their actions specifically targeting northerners and northern-owned property,” the statement read.
The ACF also condemned the gruesome nature of the attacks, stating that perpetrators had gone as far as recording and sharing videos of the violence on social media.
The statement further revealed that members of the National Association of Road Transport Owners (NARTO) and the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW) had protested in Jos, Plateau State, over the killings, lamenting that over 50 truck drivers and about 100 trailers had been burned in the last eight years.
The forum warned that unless urgent measures are taken, transport unions may resort to halting the movement of goods to and from the South-East.
The ACF also extended condolences to the families of victims and urged security agencies to take immediate action by apprehending those responsible for the attacks. It called on the governments of Enugu and Imo states to compensate victims for lives lost and damages incurred.
Furthermore, the group criticized what it termed the “silence” of South-East political and socio-cultural leaders, urging them to publicly condemn the attacks and work towards restoring peace.
The ACF emphasized that no individual or group should be allowed to carry out such violent acts unchecked and called on the government to declare a state of emergency on the matter.
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EID-EL-FITR: IGP DISU FELICITATES MUSLIM FAITHFUL, ORDERS NATIONWIDE DEPLOYMENT OF TACTICAL ASSETS
The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, psc(+), NPM, has extended warm felicitations to the Muslim faithful across Nigeria on the successful completion of the holy month of Ramadan and the celebration of Eid-el-Fitr.
In furtherance of his commitment to ensuring a safe and secure environment during the festive period, the Inspector-General has directed Commissioners of Police and Tactical Commanders across all states of the Federation and the Federal Capital Territory to implement robust security arrangements.
Operational measures include:
Strategic deployment of tactical teams and intelligence operatives.
Deployment of the Special Intervention Squad and conventional police personnel to Eid prayer grounds and critical infrastructure.
Increased presence at highways, motor parks, recreational centers, and other public spaces to ensure peaceful, hitch-free celebrations.
The IGP has also ordered heightened visibility policing, coordinated patrols, enhanced surveillance operations, and intelligence-led stop-and-search duties. These actions are aimed at proactively deterring criminal activities and ensuring a swift response to any emerging threats.
IGP Disu calls on members of the public to remain vigilant, cooperate with law enforcement agencies, and promptly report any suspicious activities to the nearest police station or through the following emergency lines:
08057000001, 08057000002, 09133333785, and 09133333786.
IGP Tunji Disu wishes all Muslim faithful a peaceful and joyous Eid-el-Fitr.
DCP ANTHONY OKON PLACID psc(+) mni
Force Public Relations Officer
Force Headquarters, Abuja
20th March, 2026
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Hon Success Opara celebrates Mothering Sunday with St. Peter women, hails them as the ‘neck that controls the household
Hon Success Opara, former councilorship candidate for Ikenegbu Ward 2, celebrated Mothering Sunday with the women of St. Peter Anglican Church, Ikenegbu, extolling them as the backbone of their households.
He described them as the “neck that controls the household,” acknowledging their vital role in shaping families and communities.
Opara’s gesture is seen as a testament to his commitment to uplifting and empowering women.
The celebration, which coincided with the Christian observance of Mothering Sunday, featured fellowship and words of encouragement from Opara, who prayed for the women’s well-being.
This event highlights the importance of recognizing and appreciating mothers and mother figures in Nigerian society.
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A young Nigerian couple are currently trending on Arewa social media circles after they welcomed their first child.
The pictures taken by a Kaduna-based photographer have sparked mixed reactions, with some people saying that the girl is underaged and not old enough to be a wife and mother.
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