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Miyetti Allah Lauds Gov Alias For Acknowledging Communal Nature of Benue Crisis

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The Miyetti Allah Kautal Hore, Fulani Socio-Cultural Association, has appluded the Executive Governor of Benue State Governor Hyacinth Iormen Alia for acknowledging that the conflicts in Benue are rooted in communal clashes.

In a statement issued on Friday by the National Secretary, Miyetti Allah Kautal Hore. Engr. Alhassan Saleh Kubah appericiate the governor effort to address the challenges.

According to the statement, On behalf of Miyetti Allah Kautal Hore, Fulani Socio-Cultural Association, we extend our gratitude to you for your recent statement, acknowledging that the conflicts in Benue are rooted in communal clashes among the Benue people, in your reaction against the lie peddled against us by Senator Udende, at the national assembly, your recognition of this fact is a significant step toward understanding the complexities of the situation.

“We appreciate your clear stance that going forward, no one should hastily implicate pro-Fulani groups of pastoralists in the ongoing crisis. Your commitment to avoiding such assumptions is crucial in fostering a fair and impartial approach to addressing the challenges faced by all communities.

“It is heartening to note that you, as the Chief Security Officer of the state, have emphasized the communal nature of the conflict. This acknowledgment will undoubtedly contribute to dispelling the unjust profiling of Fulani herders. Your understanding that these herders are essentially farmers seeking sustenance for their herds reinforces a more balanced perspective on the matter.

“In concluding, we express our sincere gratitude for your commitment to truth and justice. Your leadership in fostering a more nuanced understanding of the situation in Benue State is commendable, and we look forward to continued cooperation in promoting peace and harmony among all communities and we hope to meet you soon on a review of the ban on open grazing by Governor Samuel Ortom.

“Thank you once again for standing on the path of truth and justice.”

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Algeria’s Glorious Revolution: Embassy Marks 72nd Anniversary in Abuja

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Joel Ajayi

The Embassy of Algeria in Nigeria has commemorated the 72nd anniversary of the country’s Glorious Revolution of November 1, 1954, with a reception in Abuja, highlighting Algeria’s liberation struggle and strengthening diplomatic relations with Nigeria.

The event, held on November 9, 2026, at Continental Suites Hotel, attracted prominent personalities, including the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Dr Tajudeen Abbas, members of the Federal Government, senior government officials, heads of diplomatic missions and other friends of Algeria.

Speaking at the reception, Algeria’s Ambassador to Nigeria, Hocine Mezoued, welcomed guests and paid tribute to the country’s freedom fighters who sacrificed their lives during the struggle for independence.

He described the November 1, 1954 revolution as the foundation of modern Algeria, noting that the sacrifices of the nation’s martyrs made it possible for the country to reclaim its sovereignty.

On Algeria’s development agenda, Mezoued said President Abdelmadjid Tebboune’s administration had continued to pursue economic reforms, diversification and national development under its New Algeria vision.

He noted that the country was recording progress in non-hydrocarbon exports, while improvements in the business environment had boosted investor confidence and attracted significant foreign investments.

On foreign policy, the ambassador reaffirmed Algeria’s commitment to non-interference, respect for national sovereignty, peaceful conflict resolution and the right of peoples to self-determination.

Addressing security challenges in the Sahel, he stressed that lasting peace could not be achieved through military measures alone, insisting that economic development, inclusive dialogue and peaceful resolution of disputes remained essential.

Turning to Nigeria-Algeria relations, Mezoued described the partnership as one founded on shared values and the commitment of both countries’ leaders to advancing African development.

He identified the Trans-Saharan Highway, Trans-Saharan Gas Pipeline and Trans-Saharan Fibre Optic Backbone as major strategic projects receiving attention from both countries.

The ambassador also disclosed that Algeria had continued to provide scholarships to Nigerian students to strengthen human capital development and capacity building.

He further announced that Air Algérie expanded its Nigerian operations on October 26, 2026, with the introduction of two weekly flights to Lagos, expressing confidence that the service would boost trade and tourism.

Looking ahead, Mezoued said 2027 would offer fresh opportunities to deepen bilateral cooperation, particularly through the fifth Joint High Bi-National Commission scheduled to hold in Abuja.

He expressed optimism that the meeting would provide an opportunity to assess existing partnerships, identify new areas of cooperation and move Nigeria-Algeria relations towards a more practical and results-driven phase.

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