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target=_blank>BREAKING: Kidnapped Oyo pupils, teachers regain freedom
Teachers and pupils abducted from three schools in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State have regained freedom. Daily Trust had reported how gunmen abducted 46 pupils and teachers, including the principal of a secondary school during the attack which happened on 15 May 2026. Days later, Michael Oyedokun, a Mathematics teacher, who was among
target=_blank>Oshiomhole, Okpebholo mourn Catholic Archbishop Akubeze
Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State and Senator Adams Oshiomhole, have mourned the passing of the Archbishop of the Metropolitan Archdiocese of Benin City, His Grace, Most Reverend Augustine Obiora Akubeze. Archbishop Akubueze died in Benin City on July 9, 2026, at the age of 69. The duo described his passing as a monumental loss
target=_blank>Birds destroy farms in Zamfara
By Abdullahi Abdulrahaman Chakwa Gusau Thousands of farmers under the Bakalori Irrigation Scheme in Zamfara State have appealed to the Federal and Zamfara State governments for urgent intervention following a massive bird invasion that has destroyed hundreds of hectares of cultivated farmland. According to the Chairman of the Bakalori Water Users Association, Malam Yakubu Yahaya,
target=_blank>Obi: Tinubu is tired, needs rest
Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) Presidential Candidate, Peter Obi, says President Bola Tinubu has done his best in addressing Nigeria’s security challenges but insisted that his best is no longer sufficient for the country’s needs. Obi made the remarks while reacting to comments by the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), Pastor
target=_blank>Fubara Presents N1.85trn 2026 Budget to Rivers Assembly
Rivers State Governor, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, has presented the 2026 state appropriation bill of N1.854 trillion to the State House of Assembly for consideration and approval. Governor Fubara, who presented the budget for the 2026 fiscal year to the Martin Amaewhule’s led Assembly on Friday, tagged it as a “Budget of Resilience for Growth and
E2%82%A63bn-cyber-fraud/ target=_blank>Police arrest man over alleged ₦3bn cyber fraud
Operatives attached to the Police Special Fraud Unit (PSFU), Ikoyi, Lagos, have arrested a suspected member of a cybercrime syndicate allegedly linked to a N3 billion fraud targeting a financial institution. The suspect, identified as Adeleke Hafees, was apprehended following an extensive investigation into what the police described as a sophisticated cyber intrusion involving unauthorised
target=_blank>Police Rescue Abducted INEC Staff, Recover Rustled Cattle in Zamfara
The Zamfara State Police Command has rescued an abducted staff member of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), freed several kidnap victims, repelled coordinated bandit attacks, and recovered hundreds of rustled cattle during separate security operations in Gummi, Talata Mafara and Gusau Local Government Areas. The operations, carried out in collaboration with military personnel, also
target=_blank>Shoday set to ignite VANITI Lagos in electrifying Friday night takeover
VANITI Lagos, the destination for Lagos’ elite, trendsetters, and beautiful people, is set for another thrilling night of music and entertainment as Nigerian Afrobeats star Shoday takes the stage on Friday, July 10, 2026. Renowned for delivering premium nightlife experiences, VANITI Lagos will host party lovers for an evening of energetic performances, vibrant ambience and
target=_blank>Four trapped, three rescued as building collapses in Kano
A two-storey building under construction at Sultan Road in Kano collapsed around 9 a.m. on Friday, leaving four people trapped beneath the rubble. As of the time of filing this report, three victims had been rescued while efforts were ongoing to save the fourth. Eyewitnesses said construction workers noticed signs of structural failure
target=_blank>Kaduna: Reforms Have Improved Service Delivery—Uba Sani
Governor Uba Sani has promised that Kaduna State remains committed to deepening reforms that strengthen fiscal resilience and improve service delivery. The Governor also pledged that every financial resource that is entrusted to government will deliver measurable value for the people of Kaduna State. He made these commitments when members of the Revenue Mobilisation Allocation
target=_blank>Power supply disruption in Abuja After invasion of AEDC’s Maitama station by land grabbers
The Abuja Electricity Distribution Company, AEDC, said it regretted to inform customers in Maitama, Abuja, and surrounding areas that it is presently unable to supply electricity from its C2 Maitama Substation following the invasion and unlawful encroachment of the facility by land grabbers led by an assistant director of FCDA, Mr. Chinedu Okoro. The C2
Power supply disruption in Abuja After invasion of AEDC’s Maitama station by land grabbers
target=_blank>I am profoundly happy – President Tinubu reacts to rescue of abducted Oyo pupils, teachers
President Bola Tinubu on Friday expressed excitement over the rescue of the abducted children and teachers from Oriire community in Ogbomoso, Oyo State, by the security forces. In a statement by his media aide, Bayo Onanuga, President Tinubu praised the heroic efforts of the security agencies, especially the military, the Department of State Services, DSS
I am profoundly happy – President Tinubu reacts to rescue of abducted Oyo pupils, teachers
target=_blank>‘Our father, we are grateful’ – Rescued Oyo schoolchildren, teachers thank Tinubu VIDEO
Rescued schoolchildren and teachers who who were kidnapped from Oriire Local Government Area of the state of Oyo State have expressed gratitude to president Bola Tinubu over his efforts that ensured their freedom. DAILY POST reports that the schoolchildren and teachers were rescued on Tuesday after over 50 days in captivity. Recall that they were
‘Our father, we are grateful’ – Rescued Oyo schoolchildren, teachers thank Tinubu VIDEO
target=_blank>Oyo abduction: Eight kidnappers in DSS custody, others neutralised – Presidency
The presidency has revealed that some of the kidnappers who abducted pupils and teachers from schools in Orire, Oyo State, were neutralised by security operatives. DAILY POST earlier reported that the victims were rescued on Friday after spending 56 days in captivity. Confirming the development, President Bola Tinubu’s media aide, Bayo Onanuga, said in a
Oyo abduction: Eight kidnappers in DSS custody, others neutralised – Presidency
target=_blank> Super Eagles slip behind Egypt in latest FIFA rankings
The Pharaohs of Egypt have moved ahead of the Super Eagles in the latest FIFA World Rankings, DAILY POST reports. Hossam Hassan’s side’s remarkable performances at the ongoing 2026 FIFA World Cup propelled them above the Super Eagles in the men’s rankings. Before the start of the global football fiesta, the Super Eagles were ranked
Super Eagles slip behind Egypt in latest FIFA rankings
target=_blank>Lagos court jails man, fines company over N822m oil supply fraud
A Lagos State Special Offences Court sitting in Ikeja has convicted and sentenced Minnis Uchenna Howard and his company, Howard Minnis Asset Management Limited, over the fraudulent conversion of N822,422,260 meant for the purchase of base oil. The conviction followed the successful prosecution of the case by the Lagos Zonal Directorate 1 of the Economic
Lagos court jails man, fines company over N822m oil supply fraud
target=_blank>Peace Corps asks Nigerian govt to adopt US, UK, Canada models to combat insecurity
The Peace Corps of Nigeria (PCN) has urged the Federal Government to adopt the security models of the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada and Brazil to combat the country’s worsening insecurity and protect Nigerians from terrorists, bandits and other criminals.To achieve this, the corps said the Federal Government should recognise that national security is
Peace Corps asks Nigerian govt to adopt US, UK, Canada models to combat insecurity
target=_blank>Transfer: Barcelona agrees €29m deal to sign Adeyemi
Barcelona have agreed a deal to sign a deal to sign Karim Adeyemi from Borussia Dortmund. The LaLiga champions will pay an initial €22m plus €7m add-ons based on achievements. Barca manager, Hansi Flick, is believed to have instructed the club to get Adeyemi, who was in the final year of his contact with Dortmund.
Transfer: Barcelona agrees €29m deal to sign Adeyemi
target=_blank>‘I’m deeply saddened’ – Peter Obi mourns Archbishop of Benin
Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has mourned the death of Catholic Archbishop of Benin, Augustine Akubeze. In a post on his verified X handle on Friday, Obi said he was deeply saddened when he heard the news. He described the late Archbishop as a remarkable and compassionate shepherd – a courageous voice of
‘I’m deeply saddened’ – Peter Obi mourns Archbishop of Benin
target=_blank>BREAKING: Kidnapped Oyo pupils, teachers regain freedom from bandits’ captivity
The kidnapped pupils and teachers from Orire, Oyo State, have been freed by their abductors. The development comes after more than 50 days in captivity. Their release was announced in a post on X on Friday by Bayo Onanuga, spokesman for the presidency. “Finally, the kidnapped pupils and teachers in Orire, Oyo, have been freed by their
BREAKING: Kidnapped Oyo pupils, teachers regain freedom from bandits’ captivity
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