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President Bola Tinubu has reaffirmed his administration’s determination to intensify efforts against insecurity and ensure the release of all persons held captive across the country. Speaking during a national interdenominational church service held in Abuja as part of activities marking the 2026 Democracy Day celebration, the President declared that Nigeria would not yield to terrorists, bandits, or any form of criminal intimidation. He emphasized that protecting the lives and property […]

The Oyo State Government has demolished a building allegedly used as a hideout by kidnappers involved in the abduction of the younger sister of former Minister of Power, Chief Bayo Adelabu, and her children. The demolished property, a three-bedroom bungalow located in the Lako Community along the Aiyegun–Anaye Road area of Ibadan, was brought down on Monday as part of efforts to combat kidnapping and other criminal activities across the […]

Several states across Nigeria have intensified the recruitment and deployment of forest guards as part of renewed efforts to combat insecurity, protect rural communities, and deny criminal groups access to forest hideouts. The initiative gained momentum following President Bola Tinubu’s approval of the recruitment of 1,000 forest guards nationwide amid growing concerns over banditry, kidnappings, and attacks in various parts of the country. Reaffirming his administration’s commitment to tackling insecurity, […]

  British-Nigerian singer, songwriter, and music producer Talay Riley has tragically died after a stabbing incident in East London, prompting a murder investigation by authorities. Talay Riley, whose real name was Mark Yinka Orabiyi, was reportedly attacked on Friday morning in the Silvertown area of London. Emergency responders arrived at the scene shortly after the incident, but despite efforts to save him, the 35-year-old musician was pronounced dead. His family […]

The Federal High Court in Lagos has declared the National Assembly’s N110bn expenditure plan for vehicles and allowances for lawmakers unlawful, ruling that it violated procurement regulations, constitutional provisions, and principles of public accountability. Delivering judgment on May 6, 2026, Justice Yellim Bogoro held that the proposed spending — including N40bn for the purchase of 465 vehicles for federal lawmakers and N70bn in support allowances for newly elected members — […]

The Federal Government has released funds for the payment of five months of accumulated Consolidated Academic Tools Allowance (CATA) owed to lecturers in federal universities and directed vice-chancellors to immediately disburse the funds to eligible academic staff. Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, issued the directive in a letter to vice-chancellors, stating that the release of funds was in line with the Federal Government’s commitment to implementing agreements reached with […]

The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has deployed an aerial surveillance aircraft to support ongoing efforts to rescue teachers and pupils abducted from Yawota and Ahoro-Esinele communities in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State. Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, disclosed that the surveillance platform was deployed shortly after the abduction was reported, providing critical intelligence to security agencies involved in the search-and-rescue operation. According to the governor, information gathered from […]

Prominent Fuji musician Wasiu Alabi, popularly known as Pasuma, has issued a stern warning regarding the unapproved exploitation of his music, likeness, and visual content. According to a legal notice released by his legal team on June 5, 2026, the artist expressed deep concern over persistent intellectual property theft by various corporations and individuals. The document specifically calls out content creators, production companies, and digital music distributors who have been […]

Governor Seyi Makinde has announced a statewide ban on night-time commercial motorcycle (Okada) operations between 10:30 p.m. and 5:30 a.m. in response to the recent abduction incident in Oriire Local Government Area. The governor said the directive forms part of a broader strategy to strengthen security across Oyo State, limit the movement of criminal elements, and enhance the effectiveness of ongoing efforts by security agencies to combat kidnapping, banditry, and […]