Nigeria’s Romance with BRICS Creates Room for Stronger Relationship with Russia, Says Envoy

By: Michael Mike

The Russian Federation has eulogized the role played by Nigeria in the United Nations establishment of the resolution demonizing nazism.

He added that Nigeria’s recent romance with BRICS has created room for development of stronger relationship with the Russian Federation

Russian Ambassador to Nigeria, Amb. Andrey Podyolyshev, speaking to journalists in Abuja during the photo exhibition organized by the Russian Embassy to commemorate the Victory of the Soviet People in the Great Patriotic War (1941-1945).

The Great Patriotic War was the war fought by the Soviet Union who entered the World War two year after the war started in 1939, it was mostly fought against the Nazis in Eastern Europe and witnessed the largest, deadliest and most devastating conflict in human history that claimed lives of tens of millions of people.

The photo exhibition centered on solemn remembrance of victims of the Second World War, commemoration of the 80th anniversary of the victory over Nazi Germany, knowledge sharing about dangers that surround the Second World War and the Great Patriotic War.

Podyolyshev said: “I love to thank Nigeria for the support of Russia side in the UN’s waiting for the resolution in combating glorification of nazism.

“During the 79th Session of the UN General Assembly in New York, where the resolution held on combating glorification of nazism and practices that contributed to contemporary forms of racism, discrimination, xenophobia and intolerance, Nigeria voted to support this resolution.

“We really appreciate the cooperation from Nigeria and we will cooperate with Nigeria on the international front, especially at the level of the United Nations.

“Recently, Nigeria became a partner of BRICS and I am sure that our prospects for cooperation are just enriching.”

“Of course, bilateral context are on different issues throughout the world and it is very important for our cooperation to further improve.”

On issues about security, Podyolyshev underscored the need for constant dialogue about international security concerns of regions around Russia, around Nigeria and other parts of the world.

He reiterated the need for nations to work closely together in tackling global challenges as means to ensure sustainable solution to issues about economic crunch and insecurity.

“Russia approach towards promoting multipolaisation, as means to tackling global challenges has not changed. We will ensure that the future is multipolar

“The multiplolar world and the rights of the different countries to unite for a common interest is the main focus of our President.

“Naturally, the future world order is supposed to be constructed on these concern of the interest of different countries in multipolar world.

“African continent is virtually one of this polar genuine culture and policy, and historically pursuing its own interest in the world.

“We see this cooperation of African powers among others, Nigeria especially as one of the main priority of our foreign policy,” the ambassador stated.

The Great Patriotic War started from 1941 and ended 1945 resulting in the establishment of the United Nations through active participation of the USSR that bolstered new global system to prevent future wars and protect dignity of nations.

Nigeria’s Romance with BRICS Creates Room for Stronger Relationship with Russia, Says Envoy

Troops Intensify Search for Kidnapped Pastor in Kauru LGA

By: Zagazola Makama

The Nigerian Army troops of 1 Division in Kaduna State are working in collaboration with other security agencies to rescue a 55-year-old pastor who was abducted by bandits in Kurmin Rizga village, Kauru Local Government Area (LGA), in the early hours of April 23, 2025.

Intelligence sources told Zagazola Makama that a group of armed bandits invaded Kurmin Rizga, firing sporadically, and kidnapped Rev. Ibrahim James, the pastor of the Catholic Church in the village, taking him to an unknown location.

In response, the troops launched a search operation to locate and rescue the pastor unharmed. Efforts to apprehend the suspects and ensure the pastor’s safe return are ongoing.

Troops Intensify Search for Kidnapped Pastor in Kauru LGA

Notorious Bandit Leader Harisu Babba Yauni Killed in Rival Clash in Katsina

By: Zagazola Makama

Harisu Babba Yauni, a notorious bandit leader, was killed along with ten of his men during a violent clash with a rival group in Yauni Forest, located in Zakka, Safana Local Government Area (LGA) of Katsina State.

Security forces confirmed that the incident occurred on April 23, 2025, around 8:30 a.m. Information revealed that Babba Yauni and his group were attacked by a rival faction from Kambarau, Tudun Dole, and Kauyen Mahuta Forests in Tsaskiya Ward of Safana LGA.

Harisu Babba Yauni, believed to be responsible for the recent killing of a Personnel of the Police Mobile Force (PMF) in Zakka PMF Camp, had been a target of security forces due to his notorious activities. The clash between the two groups resulted in the deaths of Babba Yauni and his associates.

Notorious Bandit Leader Harisu Babba Yauni Killed in Rival Clash in Katsina