Two Chinese Nationals Kidnapped at Kwara Road Construction Site
As at the time of this reports, the victims’ whereabouts remain unknown, and no ransom demand has been officially confirmed by the police.
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Bandits Kill Imam, Abduct Worshippers in Pre-Dawn Attack on Sokoto Mosque
According to eyewitness accounts, two people — including the imam leading the prayer — were killed, while several worshippers were abducted. The exact number of those taken remains unclear.
US Surveillance Flights Over Nigeria Spark Questions About New Security Deal
The development comes as senior U.S. officials reportedly arrived in Abuja on Wednesday night, fuelling speculation about imminent announcements regarding bilateral security arrangements. While the Nigerian government has yet to issue an official statement, emerging information from defence experts suggests that Washington may be deepening its involvement in Nigeria’s fight against extremist groups.
President Tinubu Appoints Dr. Aminu Yusuf as New NPC Chairman
A respected grassroots politician, Dr. Yusuf was the Special Adviser on Political Affairs to the Governor of Niger State from 2019 to 2023. In 2022, he played a strategic role as Assistant Director, Grassroots Mobilization (North Central) for the Tinubu/Shettima Presidential Campaign Council.
Broadcast Organisations Honour Gov Diri’s Spokesman
“The media is an important aspect of society and your forum is an important arm of communication that cannot be overlooked. Broadcast is a medium that comes to you at home or in the car. It is also an important channel of communicating government policies to our people.”
Residents, Travellers on Edge as Terrorists Strike Isanlu Makutu–Idofin Route Again
The rescue team successfully secured 21 passengers, identified as Moses Oladimeji, Adele Jacob, Obed Onche, Babayemi Ajayi, Funmilayo Ajayi, Samuel Olawoyin, Samuel Job, Jemima Joseph, Nanko Joseph, Enenche Paulina, and Bright Enenche.
Inmates Hail Nnamdi Kanu as “Prison President” After Arrival in Sokoto Prison
A senior correctional officer, who requested anonymity, described the atmosphere around Kanu as extraordinary. “He has practically turned his block into a kind of mini Radio Biafra. Even inmates who previously opposed him now sit quietly to hear him speak. No one compels them; his words simply draw them.”
I Lost Another Mother In Mama Ogulagha-Ere – Gov Diri
“After the passage of my mother, this woman became a mother to me. We forgot our mother was no more because at all times she was there for us. She was always praying for us. She showed us love.”
Jonathan Safely Escorted Out After Guinea-Bissau Military Takeover
Jonathan, who was stranded along with other international observers, is now being escorted out of the country and is expected to return to Nigeria later today.
