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Lanlege Samuel Adewale, a recent kidnapping victim, has refuted widespread claims suggesting that Islamist extremists were behind the brutal injury that left him without his left hand. Speaking from his hospital bed following his rescue, Adewale explained that the injury occurred during an escape attempt from the kidnappers’ den—completely unrelated to any religious extremism. “In the course of trying to run, one of the kidnappers came after me with a machete aimed at my neck. I raised my hand to block the attack, and that was how my hand was cut off. It has nothing to do with any Islamist…

Armed bandits on Monday launched a deadly attack on Kuru-Kuru community in Maru Local Government Area of Zamfara State, killing the district head, Shehu Makau, and abducting several residents. The broad daylight assault reportedly claimed multiple lives and left many others injured. According to a post by security analyst Bakatsine on X, the attackers stormed the village and unleashed violence on the community. “Bandits struck this afternoon at Kuru-Kuru community in Maru LGA of Zamfara State. Several lives were lost, many sustained injuries and a number of residents were abducted. Among those killed was Shehu Makau, the district head of…

Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti, has announced that his administration is in the advanced stages of acquiring the Umuahia ring-fence of the Enugu Electricity Distribution Company (EEDC), in a bid to extend reliable electricity supply to eight local government areas not currently covered by Geometric Power. Governor Otti made this known on Monday during a reception hosted by Geometric Power, following the commissioning and inspection of Aba Power’s new 2 x 15MVA Ogbor Hill Substation. The event was graced by former President Olusegun Obasanjo, who performed the official commissioning. The governor revealed that discussions between the Abia State Government…

Diran Odeyemi, a former Deputy National Publicity Secretary of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has threatened to initiate a recall process against Hon. Wole Oke, the House of Representatives member representing Ijesa North (Obokun/Oriade) Federal Constituency, following his defection to the All Progressives Congress (APC). Oke, a fifth-term lawmaker, formally resigned from the PDP in a letter dated April 16, 2025, addressed to his Ward 7 Chairman in Obokun Local Government Area. His defection ends a long-standing affiliation with the PDP. Speaking on a current affairs programme on Rave FM, Osogbo, Oke justified his move by claiming the PDP had…

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the adoption of National Identity Number (NIN) authentication across all federal ministries, departments, and agencies (MDAs). The move is aimed at enhancing secure and seamless identity verification within government operations. It follows the federal government’s approval of the rollout of NIN Authentication services developed by the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC). The development was announced in a statement released on Tuesday by NIMC spokesperson, Dr. Kayode Adegoke. According to the statement, the NINAuth platform is a state-of-the-art suite of services—including web, API, and mobile verification tools—designed to strengthen data security, protect user privacy, and…

The presidency has suggested that it may not be the divine will for former Vice President Atiku Abubakar to become Nigeria’s president, urging him to accept this possibility with grace. Daniel Bwala, Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Policy Communication, made the remark on Monday during an interview on TVC, while discussing political succession and the future of opposition politics in Nigeria. Bwala advised Atiku to come to terms with political realities and consider working with President Tinubu for the country’s development. “If I have the opportunity to meet him face to face, what I will tell him is…

A group of youths on Monday staged a protest in Abuja, calling for the immediate release of activist and social media personality, Martins Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan (VDM). According to reports, VDM was arrested by operatives of the Nigeria Police Force in the Federal Capital Territory. While the reasons behind his arrest remain unclear, his supporters have taken to the streets to demand his freedom. Chanting slogans such as “He’s not a thief” and “Release VDM,” the protesters marched through the city, drawing attention to the situation. They also carried placards with various inscriptions expressing solidarity with the detained…

A civic group, Action Collective (AC), has demanded that Senate President Godswill Akpabio provide a clear explanation for his sudden withdrawal from the presidential panel investigating sexual harassment allegations leveled against him by Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan. In a statement issued on Monday, AC’s coordinator, Dr. Onimisi Ibrahim, questioned the lack of public communication surrounding Akpabio’s decision to step down from the panel, which was set up by President Bola Tinubu on April 2, 2025, and is chaired by Vice President Kashim Shettima. The panel, formed to probe the high-profile allegations, includes key government officials such as the National Security Adviser,…

Fifteen years after the passing of former President Umaru Musa Yar’Adua, ex-President Goodluck Jonathan has paid tribute to his late predecessor, describing his time in office as brief but profoundly impactful. In a heartfelt message shared on his official X handle, Jonathan reflected on Yar’Adua’s legacy of leadership, unity, and service to the nation. “Fifteen years ago, our nation lost a patriot — a servant leader with whom I shared a common vision for a united, inclusive, and just nation,” Jonathan wrote. He praised Yar’Adua’s commitment to justice, the rule of law, and national reconciliation, describing his leadership as one…

Prominent human rights lawyer Dele Farotimi has reiterated his unwavering support for Peter Obi ahead of the 2027 presidential election, stating he would back the former Anambra State governor if he decides to contest. Speaking on Channels Television’s Sunday Politics, Farotimi emphasized that discussions about the 2027 elections at this stage serve as a distraction from Nigeria’s pressing issues. “If elections where our votes would truly count were held today, I would vote for Peter Gregory Obi—unless someone better enters the race. But if it’s the same lineup as last time, I’m certainly voting for Obi,” he said. While expressing…