Nelson Chukwudi holds Diploma (Mass Comm); BSc (Public Admin); and Post-Graduate Diploma (Journalism). He began Journalism practice over 33 years ago at The Tide Newspapers in Rivers, Nigeria. He has held various Editorial positions: Reporter; Investigative & Crime; Oil & Energy Correspondent, ...

RSG Begins 10-Day Pension Verification For 2018-2019 Retirees

05 Dec 2022  |  www.thetidenewsonline.com  |  English  |  Public Service

The Rivers State Government has initiated a 10-day pension verification exercise for retirees from 2018-2019, aimed at addressing gratuity, pension arrears, and death benefits. The verification will run from December 12 to December 23, 2022. Meanwhile, tension escalates in Aba, Abia State, following the murder of five soldiers by suspected IPOB members, leading to military lockdowns and market closures. The Nigerian military vows a fierce response, while the Abia State Government offers a N25 million bounty for information on the assailants. Additionally, socio-political group Fix Nigeria calls for improved security and economic policies. Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State is commended for his infrastructure projects.

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Tatenda Mujeyi is a journalist based in Harare, Zimbabwe.

High Level Ministerial Conference Convenes in Harare to Discuss Youth and Peace in Africa

25 Jul 2022  |  Gemnation  |  English  |  Regional Security

The Common Market for Eastern and African Countries held the second High Level Ministerial Conference in Harare, Zimbabwe, focusing on peace building strategies in Southern Africa, particularly through youth engagement. The conference, running from the 25th to the 29th, aims to discuss the adoption of mechanisms that enhance youth participation in peace building, in line with the Continental framework on youth peace. Key speakers included Dr Rhuks Ako from the African Union and Dr Victoria Chitepo from Zimbabwe's Ministry of Youth. The conference, attended by various African countries and partners like the UNDP and ACCORD, will also address the integration of peace education into curricula and the importance of financial and technical support for youth involvement in peace initiatives.

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Michael Oduor is a journalist based in Pointe-Noire, Congo. I can pitch stories in English though residing in a French speaking country. I have contacts in Uganda, South Africa, Kenya, Tanzania, Sierra Leone, Zimbabwe, DRC, Congo Brazzaville and Rwanda.

Nine policemen killed by unidentified gunmen in Nigeria

27 Apr 2021  |  www.africanews.com  |  English  |  Separatist Movements

Five security officers, including two soldiers, were killed in Port Harcourt by suspected separatists. The southeastern region of Nigeria is facing increased attacks on security forces, attributed to the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB). In Okigwe, unidentified men attacked a police station, killing five policemen, with residents claiming six were killed. Clashes also occurred in Owerri, Imo State's capital. Tensions between the central government and IPOB remain high, exacerbated by the recent formation of IPOB's militia group, the Eastern Security Network (ESN).

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Judd-Leonard Okafor is a multimedia journalist at Daily Trust, where he works for both print and online platforms. 
He covers health, development, education and youth. Before joining Daily Trust, he worked at Confluence TV and Grace FM in Lokoja as a news reporter, presenter and editor. 
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The Brief: Jumping judges, digital naira, new militants

31 Aug 2021  |  dailytrust.com  |  English  |  Militancy

The Chief Justice of Nigeria summoned six judges after conflicting orders from six states favored different political parties, causing national embarrassment. The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) is on track to roll out the digital currency e-naira on October 1, with Bitt as its technical partner. Nigeria faces challenges from various groups including Darul Salam, Boko Haram, IPOB, MEND, and a new militant group called 'Biafran Motherland Warrior' in the South East, reportedly more dangerous than IPOB's Eastern Security Network.

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Since my interest is in security and crisis-related matters, my goal is to pursue a transnational investigative journalism career, one that allows for investigative journalism missions into different countries where valuable information on security and conflict will be unearthed and widely ...

Police raid IPOB/ESN camp in Imo, recover arms

22 Jan 2022  |  TheCable  |  English  |  Crime

The Imo police command raided a camp of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) and its militia arm, the Eastern Security Network (ESN), recovering arms and vehicles. Acting on credible information, the police engaged in a gun battle with the group, resulting in the death of one member and the recovery of various weapons and vehicles. The police commissioner commended the officers and urged residents to support law enforcement efforts by forming vigilante groups.

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Adam Ragozzino is a multifaceted journalist and Principal Analyst at Informa Tech Automotive Group, where he specializes in the automotive industry, particularly the advancements in electric vehicle batteries and electric powertrains. His analytical work involves dissecting events and technological ...

Is Nigeria at Risk of Becoming a Failed State?

26 Feb 2021  |  Geopolitical Monitor  |  English  |  Political Instability

Nigeria faces significant security challenges, including kidnappings by Boko Haram and criminal gangs, piracy in the Gulf of Guinea, and inter-ethnic violence. The government's inability to protect citizens and control borders exacerbates these issues. Despite these challenges, Nigeria remains Africa's largest economy with a growing tech sector and untapped natural resources. The article suggests that improving military coordination and accountability is crucial for stabilizing the country and fostering development.

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Hilary Uguru is a journalist based in Ughelli, Delta, Nigeria.
I am currently into data gathering and analysis

Gunmen release 1800 Nigeria prison inmates

02 Oct 2023  |  The West Australian  |  English  |  Prison Break

Militants armed with machine guns and grenades launched coordinated attacks in southeastern Nigeria, targeting a prison in Owerri, Imo state, resulting in the escape of over 1800 inmates. The attacks, which also targeted police and military buildings, lasted for about two hours. Authorities are working to re-arrest the fleeing detainees. The Nigeria inspector general of police blamed the Eastern Security Network, a paramilitary wing of a secessionist movement, for the attacks. The ESN claims to protect the Igbo people from foreign armed invaders.

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