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LASU student dies after armed robbery attack
The tragic death of Otabor Boluwatife Joseph, a student of the Department of History and International Studies at Lagos State University (LASU), has prompted a formal response from the university management and renewed discussions regarding the safety of students residing off-campus. Otabor, who held matriculation number 240341269, was attacked by armed robbers in the Iba area of Lagos on the night of Friday, May 29, 2026. He succumbed to his injuries while receiving treatment at the Lagos State University Teaching Hospital (LASUTH) on Tuesday, June 2, 2026. In an official statement released on June 4, 2026, the Acting Coordinator of…
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2027: Voting for Peter Obi is a vote for Tinubu – Kenneth Okonkwo
African Democratic Congress (ADC) chieftain Kenneth Okonkwo has criticized the decision of former Anambra State Governor Peter Obi to leave the ADC and join the newly formed Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), where he has been named the party’s presidential candidate for the 2027 election. Speaking in a recent interview, Okonkwo argued that the opposition must present a unified front to effectively challenge President Bola Tinubu’s re-election bid. He warned that the splintering of opposition votes between platforms like the ADC and the newly established NDC ultimately benefits the incumbent administration. “The reason I said it is that either you’re working…
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FG vows to crush terrorists, rescue abducted pupils in Oyo, Borno
The Nigerian Federal Government has launched an aggressive security offensive aimed at rescuing abducted students and teachers currently held by terrorists in Oyo and Borno States. Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, announced the initiative at a national security briefing in Abuja, where he conveyed President Bola Tinubu’s firm stance that “no child belongs in captivity.” To bolster these efforts, the President has ordered the immediate deployment of a specialized rescue team and approved the recruitment of 1,000 forest guards to better secure vulnerable communities and monitor hidden routes used by criminal syndicates. Beyond the immediate rescue mission,…
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2027: Conduct 10 elections, Tinubu will still defeat Atiku, Obi – Fayose
The former governor of Ekiti State has claimed that President Bola Tinubu would defeat presidential candidates in the likes of Atiku Abubakar and Peter Obi, even if the election is conducted 10 times. Fayose spoke in an interview on EKTV against the backdrop of those calling for Tinubu’s resignation from office due to the escalating insecurity challenges in the country. According to Fayose, “A lot of people on social media are asking Tinubu to resign now, but I’m saying you don’t need to fight because he still has one year left. “Now all those agitating on social media have candidates…
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‘Let’s settle political popularity by ballot, not guns’ -Davido slams APC
Afrobeats star David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has strongly condemned the shooting of the Osogbo Local Government chairman of the Accord Party, Asimiyu Ajibola, also known as “Baba Isila.” The politician was attacked by suspected gunmen on Wednesday night near the MDS area of Osogbo, Osun State, and is currently receiving medical treatment. Davido expressed his outrage on X, emphasizing that political competition should never devolve into violence or bloodshed. He challenged the All Progressives Congress (APC) to focus on democratic processes rather than resorting to intimidation, stating, “If APC is sure they are popular, let’s settle this with…
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I ran with Peter Obi out of sympathy after three top politicians rejected him- former Labour Party, VP candidate, Datti Baba-Ahmed
Yusuf Datti Baba-Ahmed, the vice-presidential candidate for the Labour Party (LP) in the 2023 elections, has revealed that his decision to join Peter Obi’s ticket was primarily driven by sympathy. In a recent interview with Symfoni, Baba-Ahmed explained that he stepped into the role after observing that prominent politicians were unwilling to partner with the former Anambra State governor. According to Baba-Ahmed, Obi had reached out to three major political figures in 2022, all of whom declined to run alongside him. He noted that he watched the situation unfold with concern, stating, “People don’t understand that between me and Obi,…
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FIFA announces Davido for World Cup 2026 countdown concert
Afrobeats star Davido has been confirmed as one of the performers for FIFA’s World Cup 2026 Countdown Concert scheduled to be held in Los Angeles, United States, on June 10. FIFA announced this on Tuesday as part of activities leading up to the commencement of the expanded World Cup, which the United States, Canada and Mexico will jointly host. According to the global football governing body, Davido will share the stage with Major Lazer, the music project led by American DJ and producer Diplo, during the Los Angeles leg of the concert series. The event is part of a synchronised…
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Four Convicted and Sentenced to Death for 2022 Owo Church Attack
In a landmark ruling delivered on Wednesday, June 3, 2026, the Federal High Court in Abuja sentenced four men to death by hanging for their involvement in the horrific June 5, 2022, terror attack on St. Francis Catholic Church in Owo, Ondo State. Justice Emeka Nwite presided over the case and found the four defendants guilty on a nine-count charge that included terrorism, kidnapping, hostage-taking, and the detonation of explosives. The convicted individuals are: • Idris Abdulmalik Omeiza (25) • Al Qasim Idris (20) • Jamiu Abdulmalik (26) • Abdulhaleem Idris (25) A fifth defendant, Momoh Otuho Abubakar (47), was…
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Obi, Senate demand rescue of abducted Oyo schoolchildren
Former Anambra State governor and presidential candidate for the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi, has issued an urgent appeal for the immediate release of the schoolchildren, teachers, and pupils abducted by terrorists in Oyo State. Speaking on Wednesday, Obi urged the abductors to prioritize “humanity and conscience” and set the captives free. Expressing his distress over the situation, Obi stated on his X handle: “I am deeply shocked and heartbroken by the condition in which these abducted school children are.” He emphasized that the targeting of innocent children remains unjustifiable under any circumstances and appealed to the kidnappers to…
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Zamfara: Bandits kidnap seven Federal Polytechnic students in Kaura Namoda
Seven students of the Federal Polytechnic, Kaura Namoda, Zamfara State, were abducted by suspected bandits who invaded their off-campus residence on the outskirts of the Low-Cost area of Kaura Namoda town on Tuesday night. The Chairman of Kaura Namoda Local Government Area, Mannir Haidara Kaura, confirmed the incident, stating that security agencies had launched operations to secure the safe return of the victims. “The incident occurred, and security operatives are currently carrying out rescue operations to ensure the safe return of the kidnapped students,” he said. A student of the institution, Ibrahim Ahmad, said one of the victims managed to escape during…
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Atiku Urges President Tinubu to Heed CAN’s Security Recommendations
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has called on President Bola Tinubu to take immediate action on the recommendations recently issued by the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) regarding the nation’s escalating security crisis. Atiku’s statement follows a communique from CAN’s 2026 National Church Leaders Summit, which condemned the widespread wave of kidnappings and demanded the safe release of all abducted schoolchildren. Atiku expressed his support for the church’s position, noting that the call for structural reform aligns with his own criticisms of the current administration. In a post on X, he wrote: “I have just read the communique released by…
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Ex-Power Minister Adelabu’s Sister, Twin Sons Abducted in Ibadan
Gunmen have abducted Mrs. Olaide Busayo Adegoke John-Paul, the younger sister of former Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, along with her 12-year-old twin sons, Peter and Paul, in Ibadan, Oyo State. The incident reportedly occurred on Wednesday morning while she was taking the children to school in the Elewura area of Challenge. According to a statement from the family, the attackers intercepted the victims around 7:30 a.m. and whisked them away to an unknown destination. Security agencies have since launched investigations and rescue operations. The family has appealed for calm and urged the public to avoid spreading unverified…
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