Plateau State is in mourning after 27 farmers, including children, were killed in a horrific attack by gunmen in Riyom LGA, with houses also set ablaze.
Governor Caleb Mutfwang condemned the attack calling it a genocide and vowed to end such violence, urging security agencies to improve tactics despite prior intelligence warnings.
National figures including Peter Obi, Atiku Abubakar, and Nasir El-Rufai visited Daura to pay respects at former President Buhari’s graveside, emphasizing national unity.
In a significant political development, Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar resigned from the PDP, citing a departure from the party’s foundational principles.
This move has drawn mixed reactions, with Governor Seyi Makinde stating it won’t negatively impact the PDP.
Festus Keyamo criticized Atiku for continuing to use the Nigerian Coat of Arms in his private communications, citing it as an illegal act under Section 6 of the Flag and Coat of Arms Act, given that Atiku has not been a federal government functionary for over 18 years.
In international news, an Israeli airstrike hit the Syrian Ministry of Defense in Damascus, captured live on Syrian TV.
American actor Mandy Patinkin condemned the Israeli leadership, calling Benjamin Netanyahu dangerous for Jews globally amidst the Gaza war.
Nigerian football mourns the loss of legendary Coach, Monday Sinclair, “the Godfather of Ijaw Football”, who passed away at 88. A former Green Eagles player and mentor, he was credited with discovering stars like Peter Rufai and Finidi George.
Finally, Barack and Michelle Obama addressed marriage speculation on Michelle’s podcast, with Barack humorously confirming their relationship is stable.
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