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Plateau killings: The audacity of these attackers in city centre calls for serious concern – PFN

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April 1, 2026

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Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria, PFN, has condemned in strong terms the killings in the Anguwan Rukuba area of Jos city that left about 27 innocent lives dead and many others injured.

Bishop David Bakare, National Secretary, in a statement on Wednesday said, “It is with deep sorrow and grave concern that we condemn in the strongest possible terms the horrific killings that occurred on Sunday at about 7:30pm in the Anguwan Rukuba area of Jos city, where no fewer than 27 innocent lives were said to have been brutally cut short and many others left injured.

“This senseless act of violence is not only a tragedy for the affected families and the people of Plateau State, but also a painful reminder of the fragile peace that must be protected at all costs.”

He noted that the renewed bloodshed on the Plateau is unacceptable and must be brought to an immediate halt.

Bakare stated, “Plateau state has endured dark and painful chapters in the past, and it must not be allowed to slide back into those days of fear, division, and unchecked violence.”

He stressed that the sanctity of human life must remain paramount, and no grievance, real or perceived, can justify such barbarity.

The statement called on security agencies to act swiftly and decisively to fish out the perpetrators of the “heinous crime” and ensure they are brought to justice.

According to Bakare, “The audacity of these attackers to strike within the city is a serious concern that must not be ignored.

“It demands a firm, coordinated, and sustained response to restore confidence in public safety.”

He urged community leaders, stakeholders, and residents to remain vigilant, cooperate with law enforcement, and resist any attempt to inflame tensions or provoke reprisals, saying that now, more than ever, unity and restraint are essential.

He explained that the courage displayed by those who seek to terrorise peaceful communities must be met with equal resolve, pointing out that the menace must be resisted with every legitimate means until peace, security, and justice prevail.

“Our thoughts and prayers are with the victims, their families, and all those affected by this tragedy.

“We stand in solidarity with them in this moment of grief and reaffirm our collective commitment to ensuring that such acts of violence have no place in our society,” the statement said.

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CAF Champions League: Rivers United Hold San Pedro, Set Up Crucial Home Decider

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September 5, 2026

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Rivers United have returned from Côte d’Ivoire with a valuable 1–1 draw against FC San Pedro in the first leg of their CAF Champions League first preliminary-round tie.

The result gives the Pride of Rivers a strong platform ahead of the return fixture, with the Nigerian side now needing a victory at home to secure their place in the next qualifying round.

The draw is particularly encouraging for Rivers United after head coach Finidi George had stressed before the game that avoiding defeat in Abidjan would represent a positive outcome. He specifically identified a 1–1 draw as an acceptable result that would leave his side in a good position for the return leg.

Rivers United went into the continental assignment with confidence after opening their 2026/27 NPFL campaign with a 2–0 victory over Plateau United, while Finidi also highlighted the physical qualities of San Pedro and the youthful character of his own revamped squad.

Now, the equation is straightforward.

The two sides are level on aggregate, and Rivers United will have the advantage of playing the decisive second leg on Nigerian soil. The return fixture is currently listed for September 13, giving the Port Harcourt club the opportunity to complete the job in front of their supporters.

For a Rivers United side that reached the CAF Champions League group stage last season, the objective is clear: turn the away draw into qualification and keep Nigeria’s flag flying in Africa’s premier club competition.

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Seattle Times and Newsday are the latest publications to sue OpenAI and Microsoft

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September 5, 2026

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Two more news organizations are suing OpenAI and Microsoft over the supposed use of their journalism to train AI.

A lawsuit filed by The Seattle Times and Newsday argued that with the advent of AI, the journalism industry could become “broken beyond repair.” The lawsuit described generative AI as “a snake eating its own tail” that could “destroy the very organizations” that produce the content it’s trained on.

“AI products like ChatGPT and CoPilot are touted as producers of content, but in fact they are rapacious consumers, devouring human-authored content and delivering back to the world copies and derivative imitations of that same original content they consumed to achieve their commercial objectives,” the lawsuit said.

Back in 2023, The New York Times sued OpenAI and its partner/investor Microsoft over alleged copyright infringement; other publications have followed suit as the case continued. The Seattle Times’ lawsuit is particularly notable because Microsoft and OpenAI have funded some of the organization’s journalism projects and fellowships.

A Microsoft spokesperson told GeekWire that the company is “surprised by the lawsuit” but is “always happy to sit down and explore solutions to this type of dispute.”