At least 10 people were killed in coordinated attacks in Barkin Ladi and Riyom LGAs of Plateau State after gunmen opened fire at a relaxation spot in Dorowa Babuje. No arrests have been made, protests have erupted, and tensions remain high following the earlier killing of 5 Fulani youths near the Jong community, as residents demand stronger security, and Governor Caleb Mutfwang faces criticism from both sides.
US lawmakers have submitted a report to the White House urging tougher action over religious violence in Nigeria, including conditional aid and sanctions under the Global Magnitsky Act.
An AFP report alleges the Nigerian government paid ₦2bn to Boko Haram for the release of 230 abducted students and staff in Borno State. Security agencies deny paying ransom, insisting negotiations secured their freedom.
On Arise Prime Time, Dan Nwanyanwu recalled visiting his late MKO Abiola in the hospital with President Tinubu, reviving debate over Nigeria’s healthcare crisis and medical tourism.
In Edo politics, Adams Oshiomhole said Nyesom Wike supported him after his 2020 removal as APC chairman, while Governor Monday Okpebholo trended after stumbling over President Tinubu’s national honour title.
A resurfaced video of Rotimi Amaechi at a mosque has sparked mixed reactions ahead of 2027.
Arise News will mark International Women’s Day with the Africa Women of Impact Awards, honouring leaders including Aisha Buhari, Winnie Byanyima and Helen Zille, among many others.
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