The Jama’atu Nasril Islam (JNI), led by the Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar III, has expressed deep concern over the growing insecurity across the country, warning that Nigerians are losing trust in the government’s ability to protect lives and property.

In a statement signed by its Secretary-General, Professor Khalid Abubakar Aliyu, JNI condemned the recent killing of Muslim wedding guests in Plateau State and other violent attacks nationwide.

“The Federal Government should be seen to be proactive on security matters,” the statement said.

“Citizens are becoming more and more agitated, especially with the Mangu carnages. Flashpoints are known, and nothing seems to be done.”

JNI accused security agencies of repeated intelligence failures and said the government must go beyond mere condemnations.

It urged the prosecution of perpetrators of past attacks, especially those responsible for the Plateau incident, to restore public confidence.

“The recurring killings, abductions, and resurgence of Boko Haram are alarming. Government must act decisively, not just form committees,” the group added.

The Islamic body also demanded that the Plateau State Government replace the burnt bus belonging to Ahmadu Bello University, which was carrying the victims, and called on civil society and legal groups to seek justice for the deceased.

JNI also demanded urgent government action not only on the Plateau killings but also on other deadly attacks, including those in Benue and other parts of the country.

Al-Gharafa striker, Joselu, has urged Real Madrid to stop searching for a new number nine that will lead the team’s attack line in the new 2025/2026 season.

According to Joselu, Gonzalo Garcia is an incredible profile of a good number nine that should lead the attack of Xabi Alonso’s side.

He said this after the 21-year-old led Real Madrid to a 1-0 win against Juventus in the Round of 16 encounter of the FIFA Club World Cup on Tuesday night.

Garcia scored the game’s only goal, thanks to a brilliant second half header.

Speaking about Garcia, Joselu, a former Real Madrid striker said ( via MadridXtra): “Gonzalo? The search for a number nine should stop.

“We have found an incredible profile,” he added.

Garcia was promoted to Real Madrid’s first team from the club’s Castilla (Real Madrid B) in 2023.

The Interim National Coordinator of the Obidient Movement, Dr. Yunusa Tanko, said there has been no discussions between the Mr Peter Obi, and former Vice President Atiku Abubakar over a potential joint ticket for the 2027 general elections.

Tanko spoke on Tuesday while fielding questions on Arise Television’s Prime Time a programme.

“That topic hasn’t even come up. People are speculating, but there’s no such talk now,” he said.

Tanko, however, confirmed that consultations were ongoing with like-minded political parties and stakeholders.

He stressed that any future alliance must be driven by national interest rather than elite political arrangements.

Tanko also announced that the movement’s current focus is on building a broad-based coalition grounded in integrity, inclusiveness, and service to the Nigerian people.

Tanko further said that Obi will stick to it to serve only one term if required by a coalition agreement, noting that he’s a man of his word.