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NAF Precision Strike Destroys Hidden Terrorist Camp in Borno, Kills 12 Insurgents

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NAF Precision Strike Destroys Hidden Terrorist Camp in Borno, Kills 12 Insurgents

The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has carried out a precision airstrike that destroyed a concealed terrorist enclave in Borno State, with about 12 insurgents reportedly killed in the operation. The strike was conducted on August 4 by the Air Component of Operation HADIN KAI following intelligence reports indicating renewed terrorist activities around Chiralia, a heavily…

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Bandits and banditry, Terrorism and Terrorists

Bandits Kill Police Officer, Civilian, Burn Two Security Vehicles in Sokoto Attack

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Bandits Kill Police Officer, Civilian, Burn Two Security Vehicles in Sokoto Attack

Suspected bandits have killed an Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP), Hussaini Balarabe, and a 70-year-old resident, Bala Wakili, during an attack on Kurya village in Kebbe Local Government Area of Sokoto State. The incident reportedly occurred on Monday night when the armed attackers invaded the community, allegedly in an attempt to rustle cattle. The assault…

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Insecurities and insurgencies, News

Five ISWAP Bomb Experts Killed in Premature IED Explosion in Borno

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Five ISWAP Bomb Experts Killed in Premature IED Explosion in Borno

Five suspected Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) terrorists, including an alleged medical officer and four improvised explosive device (IED) specialists, have reportedly been killed in a premature explosion while assembling explosives in Marte Local Government Area of Borno State. Intelligence sources told Zagazola Makama that the incident occurred at Maina Daya Village, located between…

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Bandits and banditry, Terrorism and Terrorists

Wike Fires Back at Onaiyekan: ‘Religious Leaders Must Not Become Partisan’

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Wike Fires Back at Onaiyekan: ‘Religious Leaders Must Not Become Partisan’

Federal Capital Territory Minister, Nyesom Wike, has taken aim at Catholic Cardinal John Onaiyekan over his recent criticism of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration, arguing that religious leaders should maintain balance when commenting on government policies and national affairs. Wike made the remarks on Tuesday, August 4, 2026, during his monthly media parley in Abuja,…

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2027 General Elections, Politics

2027: ‘Forget Rivers, Only Tinubu Can Win Here’, Wike Challenges Opposition

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2027: ‘Forget Rivers, Only Tinubu Can Win Here’, Wike Challenges Opposition

Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has declared that opposition politicians should not count on Rivers State in the 2027 presidential election, insisting that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is currently the only presidential candidate capable of securing the state’s votes. Wike made the declaration on Tuesday during his monthly media parley in…

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2027 General Elections, Politics

Kebbi Judge Freed After Eight Days in Captivity as Family Reveals N50m Ransom Payment

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Kebbi Judge Freed After Eight Days in Captivity as Family Reveals N50m Ransom Payment

The release of Justice Faruk Hassan Bunza, a judge of the Kebbi State High Court, has brought relief to his family, colleagues and the wider legal community. But the circumstances surrounding his freedom have also reopened difficult questions about Nigeria’s continuing struggle with kidnapping and the growing financial incentives behind abductions. Justice Bunza was abducted…

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Insecurities and insurgencies, News

Nigeria’s Crude Bonanza: 182.2m Barrels Exported for Estimated N24.02tn in Six Months

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Nigeria’s Crude Bonanza: 182.2m Barrels Exported for Estimated N24.02tn in Six Months

Nigeria generated an estimated ₦24.02 trillion from crude oil exports in the first half of 2026, with approximately 182.2 million barrels of crude shipped to international markets during the six-month period. The figures, now circulating in industry and media reports, underline the continuing importance of crude oil to Nigeria’s foreign-exchange earnings and fiscal position, even…

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Finance and Economy

NYSC Tightens Mobilisation Rules, Makes NERD Clearance Mandatory for Prospective Corps Members

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NYSC Tightens Mobilisation Rules, Makes NERD Clearance Mandatory for Prospective Corps Members

The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has tightened its mobilisation requirements for prospective corps members, making compliance with the Nigeria Education Repository and Databank (NERD) a mandatory condition for graduates seeking mobilisation for national service. Under the new enforcement regime, prospective corps members are required to obtain and present a NERD compliance certificate before they…

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New Terror Leader Reportedly Appointed After Death of Kachalla Iliya Mai Rasha

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New Terror Leader Reportedly Appointed After Death of Kachalla Iliya Mai Rasha

…Villages in Tsafe Allegedly Taxed for Arms Purchase Intelligence sources have reported that armed bandits operating under the notorious kingpin Ado Aleiro have allegedly appointed a new field commander following the recent killing of Kachalla Iliya Mai Rasha, as the group moves to reorganize its operations in Zamfara State. Sources told Zagazola Makama that although…

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Insecurities and insurgencies, News

WAFCON 2026: Super Falcons Hit by Double Blow Ahead of Egypt Showdown

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WAFCON 2026: Super Falcons Hit by Double Blow Ahead of Egypt Showdown

Nigeria’s Super Falcons have suffered a major setback ahead of their crucial WAFCON 2026 clash with Egypt, with CAF suspending defender Oluwatosin Demehin and midfielder Jennifer Echegini. The two players will sit out Wednesday’s Group C encounter after picking up disciplinary sanctions during Nigeria’s 1–0 victory over Zambia in Rabat. Demehin was sent off in…

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Football, WAFCON