Gumi Urges FG to Grant Amnesty to Bandits Like Repentant Boko Haram Fighters

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Gumi Urges FG to Grant Amnesty to Bandits Like Repentant Boko Haram Fighters

Controversial Kaduna-based Islamic cleric, Sheikh Ahmad Gumi, has again called on the Federal Government to adopt a non-military approach in tackling insecurity, urging authorities to grant amnesty to armed bandits willing to surrender their weapons, similar to rehabilitation programmes offered to repentant Boko Haram fighters. Gumi made the remarks during a press briefing at his…

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Bandits Torch Emir’s Palace, Attack Police Station in Kwara, Abduct 10 Residents

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Bandits Torch Emir’s Palace, Attack Police Station in Kwara, Abduct 10 Residents

Suspected bandits have launched another violent attack in Kwara State, invading Yashikira community in Baruten Local Government Area, setting parts of the Emir’s palace ablaze and abducting about 10 residents during a coordinated midnight assault. The attack, which occurred in the early hours of Monday, also targeted the Yashikira Police Divisional Headquarters, forcing security operatives…

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Terror Panic Spreads Across South-West as Fresh Attacks Raise Fears of Extremist Infiltration

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Terror Panic Spreads Across South-West as Fresh Attacks Raise Fears of Extremist Infiltration

Fresh security concerns are mounting across Nigeria’s South-West following a wave of violent attacks and intelligence warnings suggesting that terrorist elements may be expanding their operations beyond their traditional strongholds in the North-East and North-Central regions. The growing anxiety follows recent deadly incidents in parts of Oyo and Ogun states, alongside earlier large-scale attacks in…

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Nigerian Military Uncovers Boko Haram, ISWAP Plots Ahead of Eid-el-Kabir Festive Period

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Nigerian Military Uncovers Boko Haram, ISWAP Plots Ahead of Eid-el-Kabir Festive Period

The Nigerian military has announced that it has uncovered fresh plots by terrorist groups, including Boko Haram and the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP), to launch attacks during the forthcoming Eid-el-Kabir celebrations, particularly in parts of the North-East. The disclosure was made by the Headquarters Joint Task Force (North East), Operation Hadin Kai (OPHK),…

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National Security and Military

Arsenal End 22-Year Wait for EPL Glory as Fernandes Makes History, West Ham Crash Out

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Arsenal End 22-Year Wait for EPL Glory as Fernandes Makes History, West Ham Crash Out

Arsenal completed their remarkable 2025/2026 Premier League title-winning campaign with a 2-1 victory over Crystal Palace at Selhurst Park, while Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes set a new league assist record and West Ham United were relegated in a dramatic final day showdown. The Gunners, who had already secured the title before the final round…

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EPL, Football

ADC Crisis Deepens as Kachikwu Faction Dissolves NWC, Declares 2027 Presidential Candidate

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ADC Crisis Deepens as Kachikwu Faction Dissolves NWC, Declares 2027 Presidential Candidate

Fresh cracks have emerged within the opposition coalition in the African Democratic Congress (ADC) after a faction loyal to former presidential candidate Dumebi Kachikwu dissolved the party’s National Working Committee (NWC) and announced him as its sole presidential candidate for the 2027 general election. The decision was taken during a factional national convention held in…

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Politics

Trump Receives Nigeria’s New Envoy as Kayode Are Officially Begins Diplomatic Mission in Washington

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Trump Receives Nigeria’s New Envoy as Kayode Are Officially Begins Diplomatic Mission in Washington

Nigeria’s newly appointed Ambassador to the United States, Kayode Are, has formally presented his Letter of Credence to US President Donald Trump, officially commencing his diplomatic assignment in Washington DC. The credential presentation ceremony was held at the White House on Thursday, May 21, 2026, alongside representatives from several other nations, including South Africa, Chad,…

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Kwara Police Launch Massive Rescue Operation as Gunmen Kill 3 Worshippers, Abduct 15

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Kwara Police Launch Massive Rescue Operation as Gunmen Kill 3 Worshippers, Abduct 15

The Kwara State Police Command has launched a full-scale tactical and intelligence-driven rescue operation following a deadly attack on worshippers at a prayer ground in Ekiti Local Government Area. According to a statement issued on Sunday by the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Adetoun Ejire-Adeyemi, armed hoodlums invaded the Ori-Oke Ajaiye prayer ground located on…

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Fernandes Crowned Premier League Player of the Season After Historic Campaign

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Fernandes Crowned Premier League Player of the Season After Historic Campaign

Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes has been officially named the 2025/26 Premier League Player of the Season following a remarkable individual campaign that helped revive the fortunes of Manchester United. The Portuguese midfielder earned the prestigious honour after producing one of the most influential seasons in recent Premier League history, guiding United to a third-place…

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EPL, Football

Terrorists Open Talks With Oyo Government After Mass Abduction of Pupils, Teachers in Oriire

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Terrorists Open Talks With Oyo Government After Mass Abduction of Pupils, Teachers in Oriire

Terrorists behind the abduction of schoolchildren and teachers from communities in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State have reportedly opened communication channels with the state government, raising fresh anxiety over the fate of the victims. The abductions followed coordinated attacks on schools in Esinle, Yamota and Alawusa communities, located within the Ogbomoso axis of…

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