Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra and a British citizen, has sued the Nigerian and Kenyan governments for $12 million over claims of illegal extradition from Kenya. Represented by his brother Kingsley and lawyer Aloy Ejimakor, Kanu seeks a declaration that his extradition violated his fundamental rights. The case is set for October 21 at the Abia State High Court. Kanu was arrested in Nairobi and extradited to Nigeria to face trial for terrorism and other charges. His politics have polarized Nigeria, and his group, the Eastern Security Network, has been blamed for violent attacks. The Nigerian government assures a fair trial, while Kanu's legal team presents evidence of his presence in Kenya. The incident has also strained relations between Nigeria and Twitter.

The Nigerian military's airstrike on December 3, which was intended for terrorists, mistakenly bombed the village of Tudun Biri during a religious event, killing around 90 people. Abdullahi Musa, who lost three children and a dozen relatives, is among those grieving. President Bola Tinubu has promised an investigation, while demands for compensation grow. Since 2014, over 400 civilian deaths have been attributed to misdirected airstrikes. Security analyst Dr Kabiru Adamu calls for accountability and a review of the army’s standard operating procedures to prevent future incidents.

The article discusses the implications of the death of Chad's President Idriss Deby on the stability of Chad and the Sahel region's security. Deby died from injuries sustained in a battle with rebels, just days after being re-elected for a sixth term. His death has raised concerns about the joint fight against terrorist groups like Boko Haram. Chad's military has bypassed the constitution to appoint Deby's son as the leader of a transitional council. Analysts and security experts express concerns about potential gaps in regional security and emphasize the need for cooperation among neighboring countries to maintain stability and continue the fight against terrorism.

The recent violence in Nigeria's Plateau State, resulting in over 160 deaths, has highlighted the government's inadequate response to the ongoing farmer-herder conflict. The attacks have led to significant casualties and destruction, with both communities suffering losses. Local leaders and security analysts emphasize the need for dialogue, sustainable solutions, and a stronger criminal justice system to prevent further violence. Nigerian President Bola Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima have promised justice and protection, but the lack of coordination between state and federal security structures remains a significant challenge.

Nigerian authorities are optimistic about the extradition of separatist leader Simon Ekpa, arrested in Finland for alleged terrorism-related activities. Despite the arrest being seen as a diplomatic success, analysts express skepticism about the feasibility of extradition due to the lack of an extradition agreement and Ekpa's dual citizenship. The Indigenous People of Biafra, a group advocating for the southeast region's independence, has distanced itself from Ekpa following his arrest. The situation remains tense, with potential for further unrest in Nigeria's southeast.

Gender barriers are threatening maternity services across Northern Nigeria, where socio-cultural and religious factors prevent women from receiving medical care from male healthcare providers. This has led to inadequate female skilled birth attendants and a gender imbalance in the health sector. Incidents such as a man divorcing his wife for being attended by a male doctor during childbirth highlight the severity of the issue. The reluctance of men to allow male workers to treat their wives, even for simple tasks like checking blood pressure, has resulted in a concentration of female health workers in urban areas, leaving rural areas underserved. Efforts to address the imbalance include enrolling only female students in midwifery schools and introducing community midwifery programs. Despite these initiatives, the Maternal Mortality Ratio remains alarmingly high in the region, and the shortage of midwives is acute, with the UNFPA reporting that Nigeria needs 70,000 more midwives to tackle the deficit. The article also discusses the role of traditional birth attendants and the state governments' struggle to train female healthcare providers while balancing cultural and religious barriers.