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  • The Opportunity is here: Netanyahu urges Iranians to push for freedom

    The Opportunity is here: Netanyahu urges Iranians to push for freedom

    JERUSALEM, ISRAEL (NPA): Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has called on the people of Iran to unite in pursuit of political change, urging mass demonstrations against the government.

    In a televised broadcast on March 1, 2026, Netanyahu described the moment as “historic,” encouraging Iranians from diverse communities to “take to the streets” and “secure their future.” He emphasized that the opportunity for freedom “comes once in a generation” and urged citizens not to remain idle.

    He said, “In the coming days, we will strike thousands of targets of the terrorist regime.  We will create the conditions for the brave people of Iran to free themselves from the chains of tyranny.  

    “And for this reason, I address you once again:  O citizens of Iran, do not let this opportunity slip away.  This is an opportunity that comes only once in every generation.” 

    “Do not sit idle, because your moment will arrive soon.  The moment when you must take to the streets, come to the streets in your millions to finish the job, to overthrow the regime of terror that has embittered your lives.  Your suffering and sacrifices will not be in vain.” 

    The help you have longed for has now arrived.  Help has arrived, and now the time has come to unite for a historic mission.  O citizens of Iran, Persians, Kurds, Azeris, Ahwazis, and Baluchis—  Now is the time to unite your forces to overthrow the regime and secure your future.”

    Netanyahu’s remarks come amid heightened regional tensions and the ongoing military operations targeting elements of Iran’s ruling establishment.

  • Master AI, Embrace Cybersecurity, Build Solutions: Governor Mbah Urges Enugu Youths

    Master AI, Embrace Cybersecurity, Build Solutions: Governor Mbah Urges Enugu Youths

    ENUGU, NIGERIA (NPA): Enugu State Governor, Peter Ndubuisi Mbah, has called on the youths of the state to embrace technology and innovation as critical drivers of development. He made the remarks in his opening address at the second edition of the Enugu Tech Festival.

    Governor Mbah emphasized that “technology and innovation are not accessories to development; they are the operating system of modern progress. Across the world, ideas, code, and creativity are redefining economies. Here in Enugu, we have made a deliberate decision — we will not be spectators in this revolution. We will be producers.”

    Highlighting his administration’s policy focus on advancing school infrastructure and redefining learning, he outlined initiatives designed to build a new ecosystem where innovation can thrive. These include:

    •             Smart Green Schools equipped with robotics, artificial intelligence, and applied engineering.

    •             Digital governance platforms to improve transparency and efficiency.

    •             GIS-driven land administration to restore credibility in the real estate sector.

    •             Expanded digital infrastructure to power a knowledge-based economy.

    The governor urged young people in Enugu and beyond to seize the opportunities available: “Master artificial intelligence. Learn cybersecurity. Build solutions. The tools are here. The environment is here. The opportunity is here.”

    Reflecting on the state’s history, he noted: “A century ago, Enugu was known for what it extracted. This generation will be known for what it designs.”

    Earlier, Newpost Africa reported that under the administration’s “Tomorrow is Here” mantra, Enugu inaugurated the Haier Factory — a $20 million Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) project by China’s Haier Global Business Group in partnership with the state government. The facility, located in Enugu city, positions the state as a hub for the production of smartphones, tablets, computers, smart boards, Android televisions, education and health technologies, as well as renewable energy solutions for electricity, agriculture, and transportation.

  • Tinubu Signals Plan for State Police Now to Tackle Insecurity, Urges Governors to Prepare

    Tinubu Signals Plan for State Police Now to Tackle Insecurity, Urges Governors to Prepare

    Abuja, Nigeria (NPA) – President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Monday hosted state governors at an interfaith fast-breaking event that brought together Muslims observing Ramadan and Christians marking the Lenten season.

    In a statement released after the gathering on his verified X account monitored by our correspondence, the president emphasized that the motive was not political but an acknowledgment of “the sacred season for two of the major faiths in our dear country.” He described the event as a reminder that “beyond politics and policy, we are first a people of conscience.”

    Addressing the governors, Tinubu urged them to focus on grassroots development and inclusivity. “Reach the young man who feels forgotten. Lift the woman who carries her family on tired shoulders. Touch the communities at the grassroots where hope sometimes flickers. Development must not recognize religion,” he said.

    Reaffirming his commitment to leadership and reform, Tinubu declared: “I am determined to rescue this country. And as long as we work together in delivering hope to our citizens, the best is yet to come for Nigeria.”

    On security, the president reiterated his administration’s determination to act decisively. “Security is the foundation of prosperity. Without it, farms cannot flourish, businesses cannot grow, and families cannot sleep in peace. We will establish state police to curb insecurity,” he announced.

    Tinubu stressed that the proposal for state police was not about politics but about practicality. “It is about empowering states with the tools to protect their people while strengthening our national framework. This requires boldness to reform what is not working,” he said.

  • Bandits Kill Ondo State Monarch in Palace Attack

    Bandits Kill Ondo State Monarch in Palace Attack

    ONDO STATE, NIGERIA (NPA): Suspected armed bandits attacked the Agomo community in Akure North Local Government Area of Ondo State, southwest Nigeria, killing the traditional ruler, Oba Kehinde Falodun, on Wednesday.

    Eyewitnesses reported that more than ten heavily armed assailants stormed the monarch’s palace and fatally assaulted him during the raid.

    The Ondo State Police Command confirmed the incident in a statement issued Thursday by its spokesperson, Mr. Abayomi Jimoh. He said the command had launched an investigation to determine the circumstances surrounding the attack.

    “Upon receipt of the report, the Divisional Police Officer (DPO), alongside tactical teams from the command, promptly mobilised officers in collaboration with local security outfits,” Jimoh stated.

    He added that Atuluse Security, local hunters, and Amotekun operatives joined in combing nearby bushes and surrounding areas to apprehend the perpetrators. “Efforts are ongoing to track down and arrest the fleeing suspects. Monitoring and surveillance activities have been intensified across the area to ensure the safety of residents and prevent further breakdown of law and order. The public is assured that no stone will be left unturned in bringing those responsible for the heinous act to justice,” he said.

    Banditry in Nigeria began with sporadic attacks by cattle rustlers and armed gangs around 2011, particularly in Zamfara State. It has since evolved into widespread rural violence, kidnappings, and extortion across the North-West, North-Central, and now increasingly in the South-West.

    The tactics of these groups include mass abductions of schoolchildren and worshippers, burning of villages, and ransom-driven extortion.

    A recent report (January 2026) estimated that 600,000 people were killed in just 11 months, with more than two million kidnappings and ransom payments exceeding ₦2 trillion. In February 2026, one of the deadliest single attacks occurred in Woro village, Kwara State, where 35 people were killed and homes were set ablaze.

    By late 2025, analysts described Nigeria as being “under siege,” with banditry reshaping daily life, destabilizing rural economies, and undermining national security.

  • 40 Killed In Sudan War Between Government and RSF Forces

    40 Killed In Sudan War Between Government and RSF Forces

    The latest killing is a reminder that the conflict in Sudan is far from over and a need for an urgent peaceful resolution.

    A suspected attack by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF), a Sudanese paramilitary force, has reportedly left 40 people dead, a medic told AFP from a central Sudan village.

    “All 40 people suffered direct gunshot wounds,” the medic from Wad Rawah Hospital, north of Wad Oshaib village in Al-Jazira State, who requested anonymity over safety concerns, said.

    “The attack resumed this morning,” one eyewitness told AFP by phone on Wednesday, adding that fighters were “looting property.

    The conflict between the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) and the Sudanese army stems from a power struggle that began in April 2023. The RSF, led by General Mohamed Hamdan Dagalo (also known as Hemedti), and the Sudanese army, led by General Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, have been vying for control over the country’s major institutions1.

    The fighting is primarily about control over the country’s political and military institutions, with both sides accusing each other of initiating the conflict.

    The conflict has caused a dire humanitarian crisis, with thousands of civilians killed and millions displaced. Hospitals and other critical infrastructure have been targeted, exacerbating the suffering of the people of Sudan.

    The international community, including the United States, has condemned the violence and called for a ceasefire. Efforts to mediate peace talks are ongoing, but the situation remains volatile and unpredictable.

  • Trump To Appoint Former ICE Director Tom Homan As US ‘Border Czar’

    Trump To Appoint Former ICE Director Tom Homan As US ‘Border Czar’

    Tom Homan, U.S. President-elect Donald Trump’s incoming “border czar”, said on Monday he would prioritize deporting immigrants in the United States illegally who posed safety and security threats as well as those working at job sites.

    Trump, who takes office in January, said in a social media post overnight that the former acting director of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) from his first administration would be in charge of the country’s borders in his new administration starting Jan. 20.

    The president-elect made cracking down on illegal immigration the central element of his campaign, promising mass deportations. He is expected to mobilize agencies across the U.S. government to help him deport record numbers of immigrants in an operation that Vice President-elect JD Vance has said could remove an estimated 1 million people per year.

    “Public safety threats and national security threats will be the priority…they pose the most danger to this country,” Homan told Fox News in an interview, adding: “Worksite operations have to happen.”

    Trump, in a post, opens new tab on his Truth Social platform late on Sunday, said Homan will be “in charge of our nation’s borders (“The Border Czar”), including, but not limited to, the Southern Border, the Northern Border, all Maritime, and Aviation Security,” including the deportation of immigrants in the U.S. illegally.

    Immigrant advocates have warned that Trump’s deportation effort would be costly, divisive and inhumane, leading to family separations and devastating communities.

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