The Sultan of Sokoto, Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar III, has addressed growing concerns surrounding insecurity and allegations of Christian genocide in Nigeria. Speaking during recent public engagements and statements linked to the Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA), the Sultan rejected claims that Northern Nigeria is carrying out an organized genocide against Christians. He described such narratives as dangerous and capable of creating further division among Nigerians. According to the Sultan, insecurity in Nigeria affects people from different religious backgrounds. He explained that both Muslims and Christians have suffered greatly from terrorism, insurgency, and violent attacks across several regions of the country. He stated that extremist groups such as Boko Haram have attacked many communities without focusing on one religion alone. The Sultan added that thousands of Muslims living in Northern Nigeria have also lost their lives and properties to terrori...

Maiduguri, the capital of Borno State, has once again been shaken by a series of deadly terror attacks, highlighting the persistent security challenges in northeastern Nigeria. The coordinated assaults, which occurred in the early evening, targeted multiple crowded locations across the city, leaving significant casualties and widespread fear among residents. According to reports from security authorities, at least 23 people were killed and over 100 others injured in what are believed to be suicide bombings carried out almost simultaneously. The explosions struck key public areas, including the Monday Market, a central post office hub, the University of Maiduguri Teaching Hospital, and parts of the Kaleri neighborhood. These locations are known for high human traffic, which contributed to the scale of the casualties. Emergency responders and medical personnel were quickly mobilized, with hospitals in the city overwhelmed by the number of injured victims. Author...