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By Ayo Kehinde The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, has expressed confidence that troops would soon rescue the 39 pupils and seven teachers abducted by bandits in Oyo State, disclosing that the military has made significant progress in the ongoing operation to free the victims. Speaking during an interactive session with media executives in Port Harcourt …

The All Progressives Congress in Oyo State has announced the formation of a reconciliation committee to address complaints arising from the party’s recent primaries. The party said the move aims to resolve grievances among aspirants, stakeholders and members ahead of the 2027 general elections. In a statement issued in Ibadan on Sunday, the Publicity Secretary of Oyo APC, Olawale Sadare, …

The Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, has expressed optimism that the 39 schoolchildren and seven teachers abducted in Oyo State will soon regain freedom, saying the ongoing military operations are making significant progress. Shaibu gave the assurance on Sunday during an interactive session with media executives in Port Harcourt as part of activities marking the 2026 Nigerian …

By Joseph Amedu, Lokoja The Kogi State Government, in collaboration with the 12th Brigade of the Nigerian Army, Hybrid Forces of the Office of the National Security Adviser, Department of State Services, Nigeria Police Force, vigilantes and local hunters, recovered about 1,000 stolen cattle during sustained security operations across the state. The operations targeted remnants of the criminal network of …

France defeated Paraguay 1-0 in the round of 16 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, advancing to the quarter-finals after a disciplined and patient performance. The match was expected to test France’s attacking quality against Paraguay’s resilience. In the end it lived up to expectations as both sides produced a competitive performance. France started brightly and controlled much of the …

The Nigerian Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has approved Koinkoin Global Network Limited, GIGX Technologies, Blockvault Custodian Ltd, and six other Virtual Asset Service Providers (VASP) into the Accelerated Regulatory Incubation Program (ARIP). The SEC granted Approval in Principle to nine entities, allowing them to begin operating within its regulatory framework. The commission, which made the announcement in two separate …

Post views: 22 By Wakawaka Sports In an era where immediate results often take precedence over long-term development, Mbaise’s Silver Sports Football Club has chosen a different path, one which consistently attracts attention in grassroots circles. The club made history in the 2026 Imo State Football Association (IMFA) League by fielding a team made up entirely of players aged …

The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta has raised the alarm over what it described as the illegal encroachment and sale of portions of its land by suspected land grabbers, warning members of the public against purchasing any properties from private individuals. The university said the invaders had not only claimed parts of its land, but had also demolished sections of …

I first received a WhatsApp message about the scandal from famed University of Texas history professor Toyin Falola. I haven’t read it. I thought it was just another corruption scandal, the kind I have become tragically accustomed to. A few days later, my friend, Professor Moses Ochonu, forwarded another version to me. I told him that Professor Falola, mentor to …

Morocco produced an impressive second-half performance to beat Canada 3-0 in their opening match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup round of 16, advancing to the quarter-finals in commanding fashion. The match began cautiously, with both teams showing discipline and determination as they battled for control in the midfield. Canada attempted to assert itself early, while Morocco relied on combinations …