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Benue Tribal Leaders Call for Expansion of US Airstrikes to North-East, North-Central

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By: Fabian Apechihin

Tribal leaders in Benue State have praised United States President Donald Trump for initiating airstrikes against terrorist groups in Nigeria’s North-West, describing the move as a welcome step in tackling insecurity.

The leaders commended the US president for keeping to his promise and appealed for the military action to be extended to the North-East and North-Central regions to ensure the complete eradication of terrorist groups responsible for attacks on both Christians and Muslims.

Reacting to the development, the Chairman of Benue tribal leaders and President-General of Mzough U Tiv (MUT) Worldwide, Chief Iorbee Ihagh, said he had already written to President Trump to commend him for taking what he described as a bold step towards ending the killings of Christians in Nigeria.

Chief Ihagh recalled that he had previously appealed to the American president to intervene and help bring an end to the violence across the country.

“This is a welcome development. What we are urging the American president to do is to sustain the strikes and make them decisive,” he said.

“We also appeal that the operation be extended to the North-East and the North-Central, also known as the Middle Belt, where our people have suffered unimaginable attacks and killings at the hands of these terrorist groups.”

He noted that Benue State, in particular, has endured severe violence, with hundreds of thousands of residents displaced and forced into Internally Displaced Persons (IDP) camps.

Beyond military action, Chief Ihagh also called on the United States government to address the humanitarian crisis in Benue State by providing support to help displaced persons return to their ancestral homes, some of which he said have been taken over by armed groups posing as herdsmen.

“We are facing a serious humanitarian crisis in Benue as we speak, caused by relentless attacks on our communities by these terrorist groups who masquerade as herdsmen,” he said.

“We appeal to the American government to go a step further by helping our people regain access to their ancestral lands that have been occupied by terrorists.”

Speaking personally, Chief Ihagh said his hometown, Moon in Kwande Local Government Area, had been overrun by attackers who are now occupying an entire council ward.

“I am speaking as a victim. My home has been sacked, and I feel the pain of my people,” he said.

He expressed gratitude to the United States for its intervention, adding that he had written to President Trump to thank him and to urge sustained action.

“We hope and pray that this intervention will finally bring peace to Nigeria and to Benue State in particular, so that our people can return to their farms and ancestral lands,” he said.

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National Trail Mourns Pioneer Editor, Abdulazeez Suleiman

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Inna Lillahi wa Inna Ilaihir-Raji’un.

The Chairman and Editor-in-Chief of , Hon. Inuwa Bwala, on behalf of the management and staff, has expressed deep sorrow over the death of veteran journalist and pioneer editor of the newspaper, Abdulazeez Suleiman.
Bwala also extended condolences to Suleiman’s family, associates and the Nigerian media industry, describing his passing as a monumental loss at a time his experience, courage and service to the nation were still greatly needed.
Suleiman reportedly died shortly before a scheduled surgery.
A pioneer editor of National Trail Newspaper, Abdulazeez Suleiman was regarded as a thoroughbred journalist with a remarkable talent for breaking exclusive stories and shaping public discourse through responsible journalism.
Throughout his distinguished career, he worked with notable media organisations, including National Trail Newspaper, Daily Trust, Summit and The Road. He earned widespread admiration for fearless reporting, ethical conduct and unwavering commitment to professionalism.
His writings and public interventions consistently reflected deep concern for justice, peace, accountability and national unity.

Beyond journalism, Suleiman was widely respected as a bridge-builder who strongly believed in dialogue, mutual understanding and peaceful coexistence among Nigeria’s diverse peoples. He remained steadfast in his conviction that truth and justice are essential pillars for national progress.

Though his voice has now gone silent, the values and ideals he stood for will continue to inspire generations. His legacy as a principled journalist, advocate and patriot will endure in the hearts of many whose lives he touched through his work and humanity.
The management and staff of National Trail Newspaper prayed Almighty Allah to forgive his shortcomings, grant him Aljannatul Firdaus and comfort his family, friends, colleagues and members of the in this moment of grief.
Rest in peace, Abdulazeez Suleiman. Your service and legacy will not be forgotten.

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JUST IN: After Primary Election Victory, Shehu Sani Visits Parents’ Graves to Offer Prayers and Express Gratitude to God

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Following his victory in the party primary election, Senator Shehu Sani visited the graves of his parents to pray and give thanks to Almighty God.

The former senator described the visit as very important to him, noting that his parents played a significant role in his upbringing and in shaping his political life.

Shehu Sani prayed for Allah to forgive his parents and all deceased Muslims, while also reaffirming his commitment to continue serving the people with honesty and integrity after securing victory in the primaries.

The gesture has attracted attention from his supporters and social media users, many of whom praised his act of remembering his parents after a political success.

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National Trail Mourns Pioneer Editor, Abdulazeez Suleiman

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Inna Lillahi wa Inna Ilaihir-Raji’un.

The Chairman and Editor-in-Chief of , Hon. Inuwa Bwala, on behalf of the management and staff, has expressed deep sorrow over the death of veteran journalist and pioneer editor of the newspaper, Abdulazeez Suleiman.
Bwala also extended condolences to Suleiman’s family, associates and the Nigerian media industry, describing his passing as a monumental loss at a time his experience, courage and service to the nation were still greatly needed.
Suleiman reportedly died shortly before a scheduled surgery.
A pioneer editor of National Trail Newspaper, Abdulazeez Suleiman was regarded as a thoroughbred journalist with a remarkable talent for breaking exclusive stories and shaping public discourse through responsible journalism.
Throughout his distinguished career, he worked with notable media organisations, including National Trail Newspaper, Daily Trust, Summit and The Road. He earned widespread admiration for fearless reporting, ethical conduct and unwavering commitment to professionalism.
His writings and public interventions consistently reflected deep concern for justice, peace, accountability and national unity.

Beyond journalism, Suleiman was widely respected as a bridge-builder who strongly believed in dialogue, mutual understanding and peaceful coexistence among Nigeria’s diverse peoples. He remained steadfast in his conviction that truth and justice are essential pillars for national progress.

Though his voice has now gone silent, the values and ideals he stood for will continue to inspire generations. His legacy as a principled journalist, advocate and patriot will endure in the hearts of many whose lives he touched through his work and humanity.
The management and staff of National Trail Newspaper prayed Almighty Allah to forgive his shortcomings, grant him Aljannatul Firdaus and comfort his family, friends, colleagues and members of the in this moment of grief.
Rest in peace, Abdulazeez Suleiman. Your service and legacy will not be forgotten.

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