BREAKING: Army Announces Bounty on Top ISWAP Leaders The military has announced a substantial financial reward for information leading to the arrest of Abu Musa Al-Mangawi Baa Shuwa, identified as the most wanted leader of the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) operating in the Lake Chad Basin. The announcement followed a major intelligence breakthrough
Relief as 176 Abducted Woro Residents Regain Freedom in Kwara The Kwara State Government has confirmed the release of 176 residents abducted during the February 3, 2026 attack on Woro community in Kaiama Local Government Area, bringing an end to months of uncertainty for the victims and their families. The government announced the development in
61.54% of Candidates Pass Core Subjects as WAEC Releases 2026 WASSCE Results The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has released the results of the 2026 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) for school candidates, with 61.54 per cent of candidates obtaining credits in at least five subjects, including English Language and Mathematics. The results
Adeleke Drags EFCC to Court Over Freeze of Osun Govt Account By Kabir Akintayo Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, on Wednesday announced plans to challenge the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) in court over the freezing of the state government’s bank account, describing the action as illegal and a threat to Nigeria’s democracy. Addressing
Troops Intercept Terrorists, Rescue 14 Abducted Victims in Sokoto Troops of Operation FANSAN YAMMA have rescued 14 persons abducted by suspected terrorists during a military operation in Horo Birni Village, Shagari Local Government Area of Sokoto State. The operation was conducted in the early hours of August 4, 2026, after troops of the 8 Division
The Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, has insisted that an alleged publication error by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) does not affect the identity of its candidate, dismissing speculation over the party’s nomination. In a statement released Wednesday by Agada Abuh Theophilus, the NDC’s Director of New Media and Strategic Communication, the party affirmed that
Kano Pillars captain Ahmed Musa has linked up with the club’s pre-season camp as preparations intensify for the 2026/27 Nigeria Premier Football League ,NPFL, season. The former Super Eagles captain resumed training with his teammates as the Sai Masu Gida continue to fine-tune their squad ahead of the new campaign. Musa’s return is expected to
The Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria (PFN) has rejected provisions of the proposed amendment to the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) Act seeking to prohibit roadside preaching, insisting that the Christian body will continue its evangelical activities despite the proposed legislation. On Channels Television’s The Morning Brief, PFN President Bishop Wale Oke stated Wednesday that Christians
The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) has confirmed the arrest of a suspect in connection with the vandalism of transmission towers along the Yola–Jalingo 330kV power transmission line. In a statement released on Wednesday, the management of the transmission company reported that transmission towers numbered T995, T998, T999, T1002, T1003, and T1004 were found to
Troops Nab Suspect Linked to Naridon Village Attack in Kaduna Troops of Sector 3, Operation Enduring Peace, have arrested a 48-year-old man suspected of involvement in the recent attack on Naridon Village in Kauru Local Government Area of Kaduna State. The suspect, identified as Salihu Miakailu, was arrested at about 8:00 p.m. on Monday, August