Troops neutralise terrorists, recover weapons, motorcycles in Sokoto

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Troops neutralise terrorists, recover weapons, motorcycles in Sokoto

Troops of Sector 2, Operation FANSAN YAMMA, have neutralised several terrorists and recovered arms, motorcycles and rustled livestock during an encounter in Rabah Local Government Area of Sokoto State. The troops, acting on credible intelligence on the movement of suspected terrorists attempting to move rustled livestock through the Maikujera general area, swiftly deployed to intercept…

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Bandits and banditry, Terrorism and Terrorists

Adamawa: Army, ONSA Forces Storm Boko Haram/ISWAP Camp, Neutralise Over 21Terrorists

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Adamawa: Army, ONSA Forces Storm Boko Haram/ISWAP Camp, Neutralise Over 21Terrorists

Troops of Operation Hadin Kai, working alongside the Tactical Team of the Office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA), have dismantled a Boko Haram/ISWAP terrorist camp in the Kopre Mountain general area of Hong Local Government Area of Adamawa State. The operation, conducted in the early hours of Thursday, August 27, followed credible intelligence on…

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Insecurities and insurgencies, News

Emmanuel Ikpeme Takes Charge as Acting NFF General Secretary Amid Major Football Shake-Up

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Emmanuel Ikpeme Takes Charge as Acting NFF General Secretary Amid Major Football Shake-Up

Dr Emmanuel Ikpeme, MON, has been appointed to oversee the Secretariat of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) as Acting General Secretary, following the resignation of Dr Mohammed Sanusi from the position. The development is part of sweeping administrative changes currently unfolding in Nigerian football. The National Sports Commission (NSC) endorsed Ikpeme, who previously served as…

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Football, NFF, NPFL

Kwara Police Storm ’Hideout, Neutralize Suspected Kidnapper and Rescue Onigbesi of Igbesi, Two Others

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Kwara Police Storm ’Hideout, Neutralize Suspected Kidnapper and Rescue Onigbesi of Igbesi, Two Others

The Kwara State Police Command has announced a major breakthrough in its fight against kidnapping after security operatives rescued the Onigbesi of Igbesi, His Royal Highness Oba Moses Oyinloye Omotayo, and two other victims from suspected kidnappers. The victims were reportedly abducted at Igbesi on August 22, 2026, with their eventual rescue coming after a…

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Insecurities and insurgencies, News

Nigeria’s Foreign Reserves Surge to $53.11bn, Near 17-Year Record as Dollar Inflows Strengthen

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Nigeria’s Foreign Reserves Surge to $53.11bn, Near 17-Year Record as Dollar Inflows Strengthen

Nigeria’s external reserves have climbed to $53.11 billion, reaching their highest level in more than 17 years and providing a significant boost to the country’s external financial position. The latest figure, recorded as of August 24, 2026, represents a continued upward trajectory in Nigeria’s reserves and brings the country within striking distance of the level…

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Exchange and Forex, Finance and Economy

Tinubu Swears In Abel Enitan as New Head of Nigeria’s Civil Service

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Tinubu Swears In Abel Enitan as New Head of Nigeria’s Civil Service

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has formally sworn in Abel Olumuyiwa Enitan as the new Head of the Civil Service of the Federation (HCSF), marking the beginning of a new phase in the administration of Nigeria’s federal bureaucracy. Enitan took the oath of office on Thursday, August 27, 2026, during a brief ceremony at the State…

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Civil Service

EFCC Offers Up to 5% Reward to Nigerians Who Help Recover Stolen Assets Hidden Abroad

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EFCC Offers Up to 5% Reward to Nigerians Who Help Recover Stolen Assets Hidden Abroad

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has urged Nigerians, particularly young people, to provide credible information that can help trace and recover Nigerian assets suspected to have been stolen and concealed within the country or overseas. EFCC Chairman, Ola Olukoyede, made the appeal on Wednesday, August 26, 2026, while delivering a lecture at the…

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Financial Crimes

Ibrahim Gusau, NFF Board Members Resign as Nigerian Football Crisis Deepens

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Ibrahim Gusau, NFF Board Members Resign as Nigerian Football Crisis Deepens

Nigeria’s football administration has been thrown into fresh turmoil following reports that Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) President, Ibrahim Musa Gusau, and several members of the federation’s Executive Committee have resigned from their positions. The reported resignations came amid mounting pressure on the NFF leadership over a string of setbacks affecting Nigerian football. Multiple Nigerian media…

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Football, NFF

Kwara Police Commissioner Launches Surprise Command Checks, Warns Officers Against Laxity and Corruption

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Kwara Police Commissioner Launches Surprise Command Checks, Warns Officers Against Laxity and Corruption

Kwara State Commissioner of Police, CP Ojo Adekimi, has launched an unannounced inspection of police divisions and formations across the state, warning personnel to remain vigilant, disciplined and ready for immediate deployment. The inspection tour, which commenced on Wednesday, August 26, 2026, is aimed at giving the police commissioner a direct assessment of the operational…

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Police and Interior Affairs

Gov. Bago Reacts to Palace Killing of Village Head, Demands Justice for Agric Minister’s Brother

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Gov. Bago Reacts to Palace Killing of Village Head, Demands Justice for Agric Minister’s Brother

Niger State Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago has condemned the killing of Alhaji Ahmed Yusuf, the village head of Galla in Borgu Emirate, describing the attack as a disturbing display of audacity by bandits. Yusuf, who was reportedly killed in his palace, was also a brother to the Minister of State for Agriculture and Food Security,…

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Insecurities and insurgencies, News