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Borno Reintegrates 720 Ex-Boko Haram Fighters, Says Nearly 10,000 Have Completed Rehabilitation
The Borno State Government has reintegrated 720 former Boko Haram fighters into their communities after they completed a deradicalisation, rehabilitation, and reintegration programme. The latest beneficiaries, classified as low-risk participants, are part of Batch 9 of the state’s rehabilitation initiative. According to state officials, the programme, launched in 2021 under Governor Babagana Umara Zulum, has now rehabilitated and reintegrated a total of 9,680 former insurgents. The initiative has also catered to 992 spouses and 2,050 children linked to ex-fighters. Speaking at the reintegration ceremony in Maiduguri, the state government described the programme as a key part of its…
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“Kola Oyewo’s Contributions to African Theatre Will Never Be Forgotten” — Atiku Mourns Veteran Actor
Presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Atiku Abubakar, has expressed grief over the death of veteran actor and scholar, Dr. Kola Oyewo. Reacting to the news of the actor’s passing, Atiku described Oyewo as a legendary figure whose impact on African theatre and drama will remain unforgettable. In a statement shared on his X account, the former Vice President said he was deeply saddened by the loss of the renowned thespian, noting that Oyewo dedicated his life to the promotion of African culture, storytelling, and scholarship “His iconic role as King Lapite in the timeless “Saworoide” immortalised his…
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Ghana protests to Canada after player Partey is denied visa for World Cup
Ghana said Saturday it has formally lodged a protest over Canada’s refusal to issue a visa for the World Cup to player Thomas Partey, who is facing trial in Britain on rape charges. Foreign Minister Sam Okudzeto Ablakwa, in a statement, said Ghana had problems with “the highanded and extremely unfair decision” to reject a visa application by Partey, “a key member of Ghana’s senior national team”. “Ghana has dispatched an official note of protest” to Canada, said,the statement adding that the “note also requested that Canada reviews its unfortunate decision”. The Villarreal midfielder, who previously played for Arsenal, has…
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Projects: South-East will always be obedient to Tinubu – Umahi
The Minister of Works, Senator David Umahi, has stated that the South-East region remains committed to supporting President Bola Tinubu, citing the Federal Government’s significant investment in infrastructure across the zone as a key driver for this allegiance. The Minister made these remarks on Saturday, June 13, 2026, at Onueke in Ezza-South Local Government Area, Ebonyi State, during an inspection tour by the “Renewed Hope National Media Tour” team. The inspection focused on several major federal projects, including the dualisation of the Onueke highway and the construction of the Onueke flyover, as well as the Abakaliki-Afikpo-Ndibe Beach Trans-Sahara Highway. Senator…
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Elections are rigged because Nigerians allow it – Obi
During a recent visit to Washington, D.C., Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) presidential candidate Peter Obi asserted that electoral manipulation in Nigeria persists largely because the electorate fails to take full ownership of the process. In a viral video circulating since Saturday, June 13, 2026, Obi argued that while politicians often facilitate electoral malpractice, the lack of voter vigilance provides the environment for these actions to succeed. Obi contended that the responsibility for ensuring credible elections rests heavily on the shoulders of the voters themselves. “Elections are rigged in Nigeria because Nigerians want it to be rigged. It’s as simple as…
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Patience Ozokwor Defends “Villainous” Roles as a Mirror to Society
Veteran Nollywood actress Patience Ozokwor, affectionately known as “Mama G,” has addressed the long-standing public tendency to conflate her iconic antagonistic on-screen characters with her actual personality. Speaking in a recent video chat, the 67-year-old star emphasized that her performances are a deliberate artistic choice aimed at exposing societal ills rather than reflecting her true self. Ozokwor acknowledged that many viewers often struggle to separate the harsh, calculating, and villainous women she plays—often depicted as antagonistic in-laws or strict matriarchs—from her real-life demeanor. However, she maintained that her portrayal of these complex figures is a vital tool for social commentary.…
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Tragic Passing of Retired Major General Rabe Abubakar in Captivity
The Katsina State Government has officially confirmed the death of retired Major General Rabe Abubakar, a former Director of Defence Information, who passed away while being held captive by bandits. The announcement, made on Saturday, June 13, 2026, by the Katsina State Commissioner for Internal Security and Home Affairs, Dr. Nasiru Mu’azu, stated that the retired officer died from complications related to diabetes and hypertension. Despite coordinated rescue attempts by state authorities and security agencies, the efforts to secure his freedom ultimately ended in tragedy. Major General Abubakar and his wife were abducted on May 30, 2026, while traveling through…
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“Democracy Is in Distress” — NRM presidential candidate, Esther Okereke Marks June 12 with Call for Action
Presidential candidate of the National Rescue Movement (NRM), Esther Okereke, has said June 12 should be more than a symbolic date, urging Nigerians to honour the sacrifices of the heroes of democracy through meaningful action. In a Democracy Day statement, Okereke paid tribute to figures such as MKO Abiola, Kudirat Abiola, Gani Fawehinmi, Beko Ransom-Kuti, and other activists who fought for democratic rule in Nigeria. According to her, these heroes did not make sacrifices for empty political rhetoric but for a nation where citizens can live, work, and thrive without fear. “Democracy is in distress,” she declared, pointing to challenges…
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“Schools are still open while students are being kidnapped, what’s happening in this country ?”- Falz joins his father Femi Falana SAN to protest in Lagos over rising insecurity in Nigeria
Prominent human rights lawyer Femi Falana (SAN) and his son, musician and activist Folarin Falana (Falz), joined hundreds of citizens on Friday, June 12, 2026, for nationwide protests to mark Democracy Day. The demonstrations, organized by a broad coalition of civil society organizations, labour unions, and youth groups, were staged to demand urgent government action against the country’s worsening insecurity, rampant kidnapping, and severe economic hardship. In Lagos, protesters gathered under the Ikeja Bridge to express their dissatisfaction with the state of the nation. The demonstrators carried placards with messages such as “Free All Captives Now,” “End Anti-People Policies,” and…
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“All they have is condolence messages and empty threats to bandits and criminals” – ADC slams Tinubu Administration
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has issued a scathing assessment of the state of the nation, declaring that democracy has failed to improve the lives of Nigerians under President Bola Tinubu’s government. In an open letter released by National Publicity Secretary Bolaji Abdullahi to mark Democracy Day, the party argued that the true metric of democratic success is not the longevity of the system, but its tangible impact on citizens. The opposition party challenged Nigerians to reflect on their current reality, stating, “Twenty-seven years after the return to democratic rule, and three years into the administration of President Bola Tinubu…
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Oyo State Governor Provides Update on Kidnapped Students and Teachers
Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde has provided a critical update regarding the students and teachers kidnapped 27 days ago from Oriire Local Government Area, confirming that intelligence reports place the abductees within the vast Old Oyo National Park. In his latest newsletter, the Governor addressed the ongoing distress of the affected families, assuring them that securing the safe return of the victims remains his administration’s top priority. He acknowledged that the sheer scale of the park, which spans approximately 2,500 square kilometres across ten local government areas, creates significant operational difficulties for security forces attempting a rescue. Governor Makinde emphasized…
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“Democracy Means Little If Citizens Live in Fear” — Edo Governor Okpebholo
Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo has said that democracy cannot truly thrive when citizens are unable to live in peace and security. In his Democracy Day message, the governor stressed that security, justice, and the protection of lives and property are among the most important dividends of democracy. “Democracy means little to a family that cannot sleep peacefully at night or to a community living under the threat of criminal elements,” Okpebholo said. The governor described insecurity as one of Nigeria’s biggest challenges, citing kidnapping, cult-related violence, armed robbery, and other crimes that continue to threaten communities across the country.…
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