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Supreme Council for Sharia condemns Jos killings, calls for urgent action

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April 2, 2026

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The Supreme Council for Sharia in Nigeria has condemned the recent killings in Angwan Rukuba, Jos, in Plateau State, calling for urgent and decisive action from authorities.

In a press statement, the council expressed outrage and grief over what it described as the brutal killing of innocent citizens.

It said the incident highlights the fragile state of security in the country and the urgent need for government intervention.

The council warned that repeated condemnations without concrete action are no longer acceptable.
According to the statement, “statements without corresponding action have become painfully predictable and insufficient.”

It urged leaders and security agencies to go beyond rhetoric and demonstrate real commitment to ending the violence.

Citing Islamic teachings, the council stressed the sanctity of human life, noting that the killing of innocent people is a grave crime regardless of religion or ethnicity.

It added that such acts violate both moral and religious principles.

The group also suggested that the attack may have been carefully planned to trigger wider religious and communal tensions.

It raised concerns about the possible involvement of “well-funded and highly coordinated interest groups,” including foreign elements linked to arms proliferation and cross-border movements of fighters.

According to the council, such actors often exploit Nigeria’s socio-religious divisions to fuel conflict, weaken unity, and advance geopolitical interests.

It called for urgent identification and decisive action against both external sponsors and local collaborators.

The statement further highlighted the worsening insecurity across northern Nigeria, including insurgency and banditry, and paid tribute to security personnel who have lost their lives in the line of duty.

The council extended condolences to the government and people of Plateau State, as well as families of victims, praying for strength for those affected.

It also urged religious leaders to promote peace and restraint among their followers.

It warned that “silence or neutrality in the face of incitement only emboldens perpetrators.”

The council called for a thorough and credible investigation into the attack and urged Nigerians to remain united, law-abiding, and vigilant.

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Bandits invade Plateau village, kill resident

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June 8, 2026

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Bandits have attacked and killed Shedrack Dalyop, a 36-year-old resident of Kuru district, at Sabon Gidan Kanar in the Gyel area of Jos South LGA of Plateau.

According to Rwang Tengwong, spokesman for the Berom Youth Moulders Association, the deceased was killed on Saturday, while his remains were discovered on Sunday morning.

“Yesterday evening. The corpse was discovered this morning after the other person who sustained injuries established communication with his community,” he said.

He stated that Mang Davou of Gyel district was wounded during the attack.

According to him, the BYM condemned the attack, which resulted in the death of Mr Dalyop and the injury of Mr Davou.

“This incident occurred barely days after a similar attack in the same area that claimed one life and left another person hospitalised, underscoring the growing insecurity confronting residents of the community,” he said.

Mr Tengwong urged Operation Enduring Peace and other security agencies to immediately investigate the attack and arrest the perpetrators, adding that the suspects should be brought to justice.

He extended his heartfelt condolences to the family of the late Mr Dalyop and prayed for the speedy recovery of Mr Davou.

Alfred Alabo, the police spokesperson in Plateau, did not immediately respond to a request for comment.

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FCCPC denies a hand in the reported airtime credit overhaul

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June 8, 2026

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The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has denied reports that it secured presidential approval to restructure Nigeria’s airtime credit market and allow new operators to join the sector.

In a statement issued on Saturday, Ondaje Ijagwu, the commission’s spokesperson, disclosed that the agency played no part in the development as alleged.

“The commission wishes to state clearly that it is not aware of, and was not involved in the claims attributed to it in the report.”

FCCP’s reaction comes on the heels of claims that President Bola Tinubu has given the go-ahead to plans to open the market to nine Nigerian fintech firms as part of the administration’s Nigeria First policy.

The reports said the push would expand participation in a sector largely dominated by telecommunications operators and their partners, and could play a big role in reducing capital flight.

The reports also estimated that the market is worth about ₦3 trillion annually.
The FCCPC, however, did not comment on the estimated market size or the companies mentioned in the reports.

The commission also reiterated that the implementation of the DEON Consumer Lending Regulations 2025 remains suspended.

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According to the FCCPC, the suspension followed an interim injunction granted by the Federal High Court in Lagos on 15 April in a suit filed by the Wireless Application Service Providers Association of Nigeria (WASPAN).

Mr Ijagwu said the commission remains bound by the court order pending the determination of the suit.

“As a law-abiding public institution, FCCPC remains bound by the court order to suspend enforcement of the regulation pending the determination of the substantive case by the court, which has been fixed for July 20, 2026, for further hearing,” he said.

He emphasised that the commission would steadfastly follow all lawful procedures related to the matter while fully complying with the court’s directives.