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A major breakthrough as notorious bandit Abubakar Usman is captured, thanks to activist Harrison Gwamnishu’s collaboration with Delta State Police — but the real threat isn’t over. Usman’s armed crew remains active, hiding in forests and disguising themselves as herders to evade detection. They’re reportedly regrouping and planning more kidnappings. Communities in Ogwashi-Uku, Ubulu-Unor, Igbodo,...

Kannywood star Rashida Adamu Abdullahi Maisa’a boldly claims Nigeria’s security is actually strong, dismissing widespread alarm as exaggerated. On Dokin Ƙarfe TV Podcast, she praised President Bola Tinubu’s leadership and confidently predicted his re-election in 2027, arguing the current administration is effectively managing national security — a stance that sharply contrasts with the lived reali...

England vs Norway in the World Cup quarter-finals this Saturday is a clash of titans: Harry Kane, England’s goal-scoring engine, faces off against Erling Haaland, Norway’s unstoppable force. Kane’s six goals—including a heroic performance against Mexico down a man—have carried England, while Haaland’s seven goals have propelled Norway to their deepest run ever, complete with Viking ship celebratio...

Africa’s World Cup run this year was nothing short of spectacular—nine out of ten teams made it to the knockout rounds, a success rate unmatched by any other continent. While critics like Gennaro Gattuso questioned the number of spots, the results spoke volumes: Morocco made history with a second-ever quarter-final appearance, and even underdogs like Cape Verde stole hearts with their grit. Yes, t...

Nigerian Army delivers major relief: students and teachers from Apostolic Faith Group of Schools in Anambra State are safely rescued unharmed after a swift joint security operation, bringing comfort to anxious families and reaffirming the military’s commitment to protecting citizens and preventing future threats. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dn...

Nigerian Medical Association in Akwa Ibom State is giving St. Luke’s Hospital a five-day ultimatum to fix staff salaries or face an indefinite strike—doctors and nurses are fed up with being underpaid and demand immediate action to meet COMMESS standards or risk walking off the job. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@...

Oyo State’s government celebrates the safe release of kidnapped pupils and teachers after a May 15th attack, showcasing unwavering resolve by refusing ransom demands—a bold stand against fueling kidnappers and committing to long-term security solutions. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated...

Nigerian Army rescues students and teachers from Apostolic Faith Group of Schools in Iwu after swift operation by security forces; all victims unharmed and reunited with families, as investigation into the abduction continues. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary b...

In a high-stakes legal battle in Jos North, Nigeria, a young woman, Fatima Baba Akawu, is fighting to prove she’s an indigene — despite being denied a certificate even though her father is officially recognized as one. The council instead issued her a residence certificate and handed an indigene ID to someone else of a different ethnic group on the same day. Fatima and her father argue that her bi...

Nigeria’s public procurement system is undergoing a major overhaul, slashing over one trillion naira in wasteful spending in 2025 alone. With 23 targeted reforms, the government is boosting transparency, accountability, and fiscal discipline to ensure public funds drive real national progress. Top officials, including the Vice President, convened a high-level retreat to align procurement leadershi...

Fifty-six days of captivity ended not with a bang but a brilliant chess move: Nigerian security forces, led by a former DSS operative, outsmarted kidnappers by targeting their entire network—wives, kids, even moms—then leaked videos to break their morale while cutting off escape routes and supplies. No ransom, no swaps—just a clean, strategic rescue that proved intelligence and psychological press...

Governor Nasir Idris of Kebbi State is praising the recent rescue of pupils and teachers in Oyo State, calling it a major victory in the nationwide battle against insecurity. He specifically commended President Bola Tinubu, Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde, and all security forces involved, while also acknowledging the Nigeria Union of Teachers for their support. The episode underscores the vital i...

Nigeria’s Oyo State teachers union is celebrating the safe release of kidnapped educators and students, calling it a major victory for education and morale. The ordeal tested the resilience of the teaching community, who stayed united and prayed for their colleagues and pupils. Praise goes to federal and state governments, plus security forces, for their coordinated efforts. The union also thanked...

After 56 harrowing days in captivity, teachers and students abducted from schools in Oriire, Oyo State, have been safely rescued — a victory hailed by the Nigeria Union of Teachers as a beacon of hope for Nigeria’s education system. The union lauded President Tinubu and Governor Makinde for their leadership, and praised security agencies for their heroic efforts. Teachers remained united through p...

Nigeria’s police future is shifting toward state-led forces, bringing officers closer to communities for smarter, faster security — a revival of the old-school local policing model still in early planning stages. The Inspector-General of Police, Tunji Disu, outlined the need to learn from global examples, build capacity, and strengthen federal-state collaboration. This move aims to decentralize po...

Nigerian troops, backed by a massive cross-agency security operation, rescued 56-day captives held by Ansaru terrorists — a dramatic rescue born from months of intelligence work targeting the group’s entire network. Forces from the military, police, DSS, and even local hunters collaborated to dismantle the terrorists’ supply lines, hideouts, and support structure, forcing the kidnappers to release...

Four thousand lives lost and over sixteen thousand injured in devastating earthquakes that rocked Venezuela—two massive quakes, one at 7.2 and another at 7.5, leveled neighborhoods and left thousands missing. Rescue efforts have paused, but families still search rubble for loved ones. A smaller tremor in Caracas reignited panic, highlighting the country’s fragile state. With Venezuela’s economy al...

Sheikh Ra’is, Chief Imam of Gusau’s Jumu’at Mosque, delivers a fiery Friday sermon urging Nigeria’s Federal Government to treat drug traffickers with the same ferocity as terrorists, warning that unchecked drug abuse threatens national security and moral integrity. He calls on parents, religious leaders, and communities to unite in vigilance and education, while demanding intensified government ac...

Minister Festus Keyamo has publicly challenged Peter Obi over an airport parking scandal, accusing him of exploiting his influence to get a clamped vehicle released without paying the ₦25,000 fine — a move Keyamo says was meant to paint airport staff as persecutors for political sympathy. The minister demands Obi apologize to the workers and voluntarily pay the fine, warning that if he doesn’t com...

Forty-four hostages, including pupils and teachers kidnapped in Oyo State, have been safely rescued in a dramatic, month-long operation that showcased Nigeria’s top-tier security coordination. The Nigerian Army confirmed all victims are receiving medical care and will soon be reunited with families, while several key terrorists were arrested across the country. The mission, led by a joint task for...

Governor Seyi Makinde is leading a full-scale recovery effort for the 56-day kidnapped pupils and teachers, prioritizing their physical and emotional healing while honoring the bravery of security forces who rescued them without compromise. Eight suspects are now in custody, and the freed victims are expressing heartfelt gratitude — a victory for justice and public safety. Listen in comfort: Get a...

Trump drops a chilling warning on Truth Social: if Iran even attempts to assassinate him, the U.S. will launch a devastating, pre-authorized strike with 1,000 missiles already locked and ready — and thousands more on standby. The threat, backed by active military orders for at least a year, underscores a dangerous escalation in U.S.-Iran tensions, with the president drawing a stark red line around...

Fifty-six days vanished, but no ransom, no swaps—just pure intelligence and psychological pressure that brought those students and teachers home safe. Operatives exposed the kidnappers’ inner circles, filmed their families, and sent the footage straight to them, turning personal pain into leverage. With supply lines cut and escape routes sealed, security teams outmaneuvered the captors through a m...

Fifty-six days held captive — then freed. Huge win, but how? Military rescue or ransom deal? Either way, the trauma these students and teachers endured is real, deep, and long-lasting. They need more than medical care — they need psychological support to heal, and the Oyo State government must step up to ensure their full recovery. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipil...

Nigerian schoolchildren and teachers kidnapped in Oyo State after 56 harrowing days are finally home safe—no ransom paid. President Tinubu personally ordered a joint military-intelligence rescue mission that dismantled the kidnappers’ operation, arrested eight suspects, and ensured zero conditions for release. Governor Hope Uzodimma praised the President and security forces, calling it proof Niger...