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June 3, 2026

Oyo Abduction: Soun of Ogbomoso warns of collateral damage, urges God to pacify Oriire terrorists

“Only God can prevent unfortunate circumstances from befalling those children…. So we would all be praying that God will pacify the hearts of the abductors,” Soun of Ogbomoso said.

Soun of Ogbomoso, Oba Ghandi Afolabi Olaoye (Orumogege III)
June 3, 2026

CAN declares three-day national mourning over widespread killings, kidnapping, demands state police

CAN also designated June 14 as ‘Black Sunday’ across all churches in solidarity with families affected by the killings and abductions.

Nigerian Christians wailing
June 3, 2026

Enugu NUT protests abduction of Oyo teachers, pupils, demands safe learning environment

The Nigeria Union of Teachers in Enugu has urged the federal government and security agencies to secure the immediate release of teachers and pupils kidnapped in Oyo.

Enugu NUT protests abduction of Oyo teachers and learners
June 3, 2026

Weapons looted during Libyan war found with terrorist groups in Nigeria: UN

The United Nations says some weapons looted during the Libyan conflict in 2011 have ended up in the hands of extremist groups in Nigeria.

BOKO HARAM
June 2, 2026

Declare state of emergency on security, CAN tells FG

“It has come to that point where the government will have to declare a state of emergency on security,” Mr Okoh said.

Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN)
June 2, 2026

Shettima urges states to tap into $750 million World Bank-assisted fund

He said implementing the SABER programme would help create a more predictable and transparent business environment.

Vice President Kashim Shettima
June 2, 2026

Reps adopt 26 reports on public petitions

Among the adopted reports is a petition by 530 disengaged staff members of the Nigeria Ports Authority (NPA).

House of Representatives in plenary
June 2, 2026

MRTB inaugurates digital portals, new standards for rehabilitation care

He said members of the public could now verify the licensing status of rehabilitation therapists and the accreditation status of facilities.

Medical Rehabilitation Therapists Board of Nigeria
June 2, 2026

ADC Crisis: Aregbesola asks new judge to withdraw from Gombe’s suit

Mr Aregbesola, through his lawyer, Mohammed Sheriff, cited lack of confidence in the judge, in his seven-ground argument.

Interior minister Rauf Aregbesola
June 2, 2026

2027: Women leaders rally support for female candidates nationwide

Ms Tijjani congratulated women who emerged victorious in their respective party primaries.

Women in politics