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Makinde confirms seven teachers abducted, one killed in Oyo
2+ hour, 24+ min ago (432+ words) Governor Seyi Makinde has confirmed that seven teachers were kidnapped during the recent raid on schools in the Oriire area of Oyo state, although the actual number of missing students is still unknown. The governor revealed this on Sunday when…...
Oyo principal, nursing mother cry for help in kidnappers den
3+ hour, 57+ min ago (321+ words) Mrs. Alamu, the principal of Community High School, Esinele, has pleaded for assistance after she and other staff members and children were allegedly kidnapped by unknown gunmen in Oyo State. In a viral video circulating on social media on Sunday,…...
Nigeria denies US ground troop role in killing of ISIS leader Al-Minuki
4+ hour, 36+ min ago (481+ words) Nigeria's military has clarified that no American troops participated on the ground in the operation that killed Abu Bilal Al-Minuki, a senior Islamic State commander linked to ISIS operations across West Africa and the Sahel. The operation was carried out…...
WHO declares DR Congo, Uganda Ebola outbreak global health emergency
10+ hour, 30+ min ago (374+ words) The World Health Organization (WHO) has declared the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda a public health emergency of international concern. In a statement issued on Saturday, the WHO said the outbreak does not yet…...
Benue youths protest during APC primaries, reject political activities over killings
19+ hour, 44+ min ago (620+ words) Angry youths in Benue South protested on Saturday during the All Progressives Congress primaries, demanding immediate action in response to ongoing killings in areas of the Idoma-speaking region. Protesters barricaded a major roadway in the Apa Local Government Area, Benue…...
Chelsea appoint Alonso as new manager after turbulent season
22+ hour, 20+ min ago (214+ words) Chelsea have officially appointed Xabi Alonso as the club's new manager on a four-year contract, with the Spaniard set to begin work at Stamford Bridge on July 1, 2026. The appointment was confirmed by Chelsea FC following days of intense speculation surrounding…...
Building collapse in Abuja kills five, injures many
1+ day, 4+ hour ago (221+ words) A three-storey building under construction in Durumi 3 near Gudu Market in Abuja has collapsed, leaving at least five people dead and several others injured. Emergency officials confirmed that the incident occurred on Saturday morning, with construction workers believed to have…...
Tinubu's foreign trips driven by economic diplomacy, Presidency replies Obi
1+ day, 16+ hour ago (237+ words) The Presidency has defended President Bola Tinubu's frequent foreign engagements, insisting the trips are aimed at boosting investment and strengthening Nigeria's global economic partnerships rather than serving political optics. The response followed criticism from former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter…...
Nigeria, US troops kill ISIS deputy commander in Lake Chad
2+ day, 1+ hour ago (265+ words) The Nigeria military and the United States Africa Command assassinated Abu Bilal Al Minuki, ISIS's second-in-command during a coordinated military operation in Lake Chad. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced the news in a statement signed by its spokesperson, Kimiebi…...
Jonathan laments normalization of killings, kidnapping in Nigeria
1+ day, 20+ hour ago (557+ words) Former President Goodluck Jonathan on Saturday bemoaned what he described as the growing normalization of terrorism, insecurity, killings, and violence in Nigeria, warning that the country is gradually losing its moral values and sense of humanity. Jonathan addressed the Anglican…...