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Jul
11
2026
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By Abia ThinkTank
Jubilation In Oyo As Abducted Teachers, Pupils Regain Freedom

Jubilation In Oyo As Abducted Teachers, Pupils Regain Freedom

Crime, News Flash, Security
Jubilation In Oyo As Abducted Teachers, Pupils Regain Freedom Residents of Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State on Friday erupted in celebration as the teacher and 39 pupils abducted from three schools in the area on May 15 regained their freedom after 56 days in captivity. A video trending online captured scenes of jubilant passersby as the released pupils and teachers arrived while appreciating the efforts of the armed forces. The victims, made up of 39 pupils and seven teachers, including the school principal, Mrs Alamu Folawe, were released following a coordinated operation by the military, the Department of…
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Jul
11
2026
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Interpol Arrests 5800 Yahoo Boys, Recovers$293 Million

Interpol Arrests 5800 Yahoo Boys, Recovers$293 Million

Crime, News Flash
INTERPOL Arrests 5,800 Yahoo Boys, Recovers $293 Million The International Criminal Police Organisation, INTERPOL, on Thursday said it arrested over 5,800 fraudsters and intercepted $293 million in global operations in Nigeria and other 96 countries between January and April, 2026. The INTERPOL, in a statement on Thursday, said its “global anti-fraud operation involving 97 countries and territories has led to the arrest of 5,811 individuals and the interception of $293 million in illicit assets.” Code named, “Operation First Light 2026” coordinated by INTERPOL, the operations focused on combating social engineering scams and associated money laundering activities in the first quarter…
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Jul
10
2026
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House Of Representatives Candidate Of APC For Arochukwu/Ohafia, Chief Ikenna Ukwa Celebrates His Brother Chief Dr Sam Anya (Akaekpuchionwa) On His Birthday Anniversary

House Of Representatives Candidate Of APC For Arochukwu/Ohafia, Chief Ikenna Ukwa Celebrates His Brother Chief Dr Sam Anya (Akaekpuchionwa) On His Birthday Anniversary

Birthday, News Flash, Personality
HAPPY BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION TO CHIEF DR SAM ANYA (AKAEKPUCHIONWA) On the occasion of your birthday anniversary, I join your family, friends, and well-wishers to celebrate my elder brother, a distinguished leader, APC chieftain and the President and Founder of AKAEKPUCHIONWA movement. Your life of service, wisdom, and commitment to the progress of our people remains a source of inspiration. As you mark another year, I pray that the Almighty God grants you good health, long life, renewed strength, and continued grace to render more service to God and humanity. Please accept my heartfelt congratulations and best wishes on this special…
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Jul
10
2026
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Nothing Must Happen To Peter Obi – Atiku Warns Presidency

Nothing Must Happen To Peter Obi – Atiku Warns Presidency

News Flash, Politics
Nothing Must Happen To Peter Obi – Atiku Warns Presidency A former Vice President and presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress in the 2027 election, Atiku Abubakar, on Thursday cautioned the Federal Government against any action that could endanger opposition leaders. Atiku declared that the safety of Nigeria Democratic Congress presidential candidate in the Peter Obi, is a constitutional responsibility of the Nigerian state. He also called for the immediate release of former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, insisting that every Nigerian, irrespective of political affiliation, is entitled to due process and equal protection under the law. In a…
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Jul
10
2026
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Those With Businesses When Tinubu Came To Power In 2023 Now Sell Kuli-Kuli – Obi

Those With Businesses When Tinubu Came To Power In 2023 Now Sell Kuli-Kuli – Obi

News Flash, Politics
Those With Businesses When Tinubu Came To Power In 2023 Now Sell Kuli-kuli — Obi A former Anambra State Governor and the Nigeria Democratic Congress presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has claimed that some Nigerians who supported President Bola Tinubu in the 2023 election and had businesses before his administration came into power have been forced into hardship. Obi said some of those who had businesses when Tinubu assumed office had lost their businesses and were now struggling to survive, asking whether they had become petty traders selling kuli-kuli. The former presidential candidate stated this during an interview with Chude Jideonwo…
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Jul
10
2026
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‘Send Your Youths For Enlistment’ – COAS Urges Parents As South East Falls Short Of Army Recruitment Target

‘Send Your Youths For Enlistment’ – COAS Urges Parents As South East Falls Short Of Army Recruitment Target

News Flash, Military, Security
‘Send Your Youths For Enlistment’ — COAS Urges Parents as South East Falls Short of Army Recruitment Target The Chief of Army Staff, Waidi Shaibu, has appealed to leaders, parents and guardians across the South East to encourage more young people to join the Nigerian Army, lamenting that the region has consistently failed to fill its recruitment quota. Speaking during the passing-out parade of 2,989 regular recruits at the Nigerian Army Recruits Training Depot in Amasiri-Edda, Ebonyi State, Shaibu said the newly established depot was created to boost enlistment from the South East and urged communities to embrace the opportunity.“…
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Jul
10
2026
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Why It’s Difficult For Millitary To Fight Bandits, Terrorists – Defense Minister

Why It’s Difficult For Millitary To Fight Bandits, Terrorists – Defense Minister

Crime, FGN, News Flash, Security
Why It’s Difficult For Military To Fight Bandits, Terrorists – Defense Minister The Minister of Defense, General Christopher Musa, rtd, has explained why it is difficult for the Armed Forces to fight bandits and terrorists in the country Speaking on Thursday at the Arise Television’s Town Hall on State Police, General Musa stated that the terrorists live within the communities. According to him, if the communities are on the side of the insurgents, it makes it difficult for security forces to win the battle and if the communities are with the security forces, it makes it a lot easier. “We’re…
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Jul
10
2026
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Death Threat: Peter Obi Fabricating Stories To Gain Undue Sympathy; Tinubu Doesn’t Have His Time – Presidency

Death Threat: Peter Obi Fabricating Stories To Gain Undue Sympathy; Tinubu Doesn’t Have His Time – Presidency

FGN, News Flash, Politics
Death Threat: Obi Fabricating Stories To Gain Undue Sympathy; Tinubu Doesn’t Have His Time – Presidency Bayo Onanuga, special adviser to President Bola Tinubu on information and strategy, says Peter Obi’s claims that he may not be alive for the 2027 elections were designed to “attract undue sympathy”. In an interview with Chude Jideonwo, Obi, presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), accused the federal government of deliberately frustrating his means of livelihood and targeting opposition figures. The former Anambra governor alleged that everything he does for a living is being deliberately obstructed by the government. “The way they…
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Jul
09
2026
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Tinubu’s Government ‘Deliberately Frustrating Me’ – Obi Alleges Threat To Life

Tinubu’s Government ‘Deliberately Frustrating Me’ – Obi Alleges Threat To Life

Human Rights, News Flash, Politics
Tinubu’s Government ‘Deliberately Frustrating Me’ – Obi Alleges Threat To Life Peter Obi, presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), has accused the President Bola Tinubu-led government of frustrating his life and means of livelihood. Speaking in an interview with Chude Jideonwo, Obi alleged that he would not be alive if Tinubu’s government had the opportunity. The NDC presidential candidate alleged that the federal government is deliberately frustrating everything he does for a living. The former Anambra governor said Tinubu’s government is attacking him personally, adding that he is being denied “things that he is entitled to”. “The way…
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Jul
09
2026
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Opposition Will Cry ‘Rigging’ When Tinubu Wins 2027 Election- Akpabio

Opposition Will Cry ‘Rigging’ When Tinubu Wins 2027 Election- Akpabio

News Flash, National Assembly, Politics
Opposition Will Cry ‘Rigging’ When Tinubu Wins 2027 Election – Akpabio The President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, on Wednesday predicted that opposition parties would allege electoral manipulation if President Bola Tinubu wins re-election in 2027. Akpabio made the remark while receiving members of the City Boy Movement, a pro-Tinubu support group, during a courtesy visit to his office at the National Assembly, Abuja. The Senate President, who is also the Grand Patron of the movement, urged the group to intensify grassroots mobilisation for Tinubu’s re-election, expressing confidence that the President would secure a second term despite expected criticism from…
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