4 h. ago Security Operatives Rescued 309 Hostages, Killed 55 Terrorists In Kogi, Kwara — Police

The police PRO said no casualties were recorded among security operatives during the operation. The post Security Operatives Rescued 309 Hostages, Killed 55 Terrorists In Kogi, Kwara — Police appeared first on Channels Television.

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4 h. ago Police Won’t Disclose Details Of US Strikes In Nigeria, Says Hundeyin

On December 25, 2025, the US launched strikes against terrorists in Sokoto, which led to the killing of “multiple ISIS terrorists”.  The post Police Won’t Disclose Details Of US Strikes In Nigeria, Says Hundeyin appeared first on Channels Television.

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5 h. ago US designates Muslim Brotherhood in Egypt, others as ‘terrorist’ groups

The US has designated Muslim Brotherhood chapters in Egypt, Lebanon, and Jordan as terrorist organizations, a move that blocks assets and criminalizes tran Read More: https://punchng.com/us-designates-muslim-brotherhood-in-egypt-others-as-terrorist-groups/

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12 h. ago Ministry, DSS Intercept Trucks Allegedly Transporting Illegally Mined Lithium In Kwara

The Zonal Mine Officer for the South-West, Engineer Ganiyu Ajibade, revealed that the crackdown followed credible intelligence received on Thursday, 8th January 2026. The post Ministry, DSS Intercept Trucks Allegedly Transporting Illegally Mined Lithium In Kwara appeared first on Channels Television.

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21 h. ago Stakeholders flag dead people’s names on Kwara APC membership list

A Kwara APC membership sensitization is mired in controversy after stakeholders discovered names and forged signatures of deceased ward executives on a lis Read More: https://punchng.com/stakeholders-flag-dead-peoples-names-on-kwara-apc-membership-list/

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23 h. ago Implement our 15 demands to avoid strike, resident doctors tell FG

Nigeria’s resident doctors (NARD) have presented 15 demands to the government, threatening a strike if issues on salaries and allowances are not met. Read More: https://punchng.com/implement-our-15-demands-to-avoid-strike-resident-doctors-tell-fg/

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37 h. ago Boko Haram Demands $300,000 Ransom For Abducted Vice Chairman, Another

Suspected Boko Haram terrorists have demanded $300,000 for the release of two persons abducted in December while on their way from Miringa in Biu to Maiduguri, the Borno State capital. In a video circulating online, the two abductees were appealing for urgent intervention, saying that their captors are demanding a substantial ransom. One of the […]

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38 h. ago Troops neutralise 11 terrorists, eight others surrender in Borno offensive

Troops of Operation Hadin Kai (OPHK) have sustained intense offensive operations against outlawed groups along the Azir–Wajiroko axis, killing 11 read more Troops neutralise 11 terrorists, eight others surrender in Borno offensive

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49 h. ago “A Thief’s Friend Is Also A Thief” – Defence Minister Tells Sponsors, Symphaisers Of Terrorists, Bandits

The Minister of Defence, General Christopher Musa (rtd), has urged Nigerians to support the Armed Forces and other security agencies while warning that anyone assisting terrorists, insurgents, bandits, or other criminal elements will face consequences. He made the remarks on Saturday while serving as Special Guest of Honour at the Armed Forces Celebration and Remembrance […] The post “A Thief’s Friend Is Also A Thief” – Defence Minister Tells Sponsors, Symphaisers Of Terrorists, Bandits appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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55 h. ago VIDEO: You’ll face same fate on battlefield, Defence Minister warns terrorists, sponsors

Nigeria’s Defence Minister warns terrorists and their sponsors, stating they will face the same fate as combatants if found on the battlefield. Read More: https://punchng.com/video-youll-face-same-fate-on-battlefield-defence-minister-warns-terrorists-sponsors/

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59 h. ago “It’s An Insult To Call Wizkid ‘New Fela’ – Seun Kuti Tells Wizkid FC

Seun Kuti, son of legendary Afrobeat pioneer Fela Anikulapo-Kuti, has described comparisons between Afrobeats star Wizkid and his late father as disrespectful. Speaking during a recent Instagram livestream, Kuti cautioned Wizkid’s fans, popularly known as Wizkid FC, against portraying the singer as a modern-day version of Fela. He maintained that equating any contemporary artist with […] The post “It’s An Insult To Call Wizkid ‘New Fela’ – Seun Kuti Tells Wizkid FC appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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60 h. ago Global Fund: Kwara, UNICEF partner to revitalise 5 primary health care centres

The Kwara State Government has partnered with the Global Fund, through the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), to revitalise five read more Global Fund: Kwara, UNICEF partner to revitalise 5 primary health care centres

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66 h. ago Violent Protest Rocks Ekpoma Over Spate Of Insecurity As LG Bans ‘Okada’

Violent Protest on Saturday rocked the University Community of Ekpoma, Esan West local government area of Edo State as some residents protested what they described as the rising spate of kidnapping and insecurity in the council. The protest which started peacefully was later hijacked by some hoodlums who unleashed mayhem on passersby, destroyed billboard and […]

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3 d. ago Nigeria’s security challenges deepens as terrorists push beyond traditional strongholds

Nigeria’s security crisis is rapidly deepening as terrorist and bandit groups expand into new territories, exploit weak state presence and read more Nigeria’s security challenges deepens as terrorists push beyond traditional strongholds

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3 d. ago APC wins election through grassroots mobilisation, not rigging – Kwara Rep

A Kwara lawmaker asserts that the APC’s electoral victories stem from effective grassroots mobilisation, not rigging, highlighting the party’s new e-regist Read More: https://punchng.com/apc-wins-election-through-grassroots-mobilisation-not-rigging-kwara-rep/

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3 d. ago Stop tweeting, start contesting, Shehu Sani tells Nigerians in their 30s–50s

Fmr. Senator Shehu Sani urges Nigerians in their 30s-50s to increase their political engagement by contesting elections, not just tweeting from the sidelin Read More: https://punchng.com/stop-tweeting-start-contesting-shehu-sani-tells-nigerians-in-their-30s-50s/

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3 d. ago You Have Failed, You Were Not With APC From Beginning, Wike Tells Party Defectors

He made the statement during a “Thank You” visit to Phalga Local Government Area in Port Harcourt on Saturday, where he also called for their support for President Bola Tinubu in 2027. The post You Have Failed, You Were Not With APC From Beginning, Wike Tells Party Defectors appeared first on Channels Television.

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3 d. ago Oyo APC Chieftain Oriade Regains Freedom After Weeks In Captivity

A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ibadan South-West local government area of Oyo State, Wale Oriade, has regained his freedom after spending over a month in captivity. Oriade was abducted by gunmen while leaving his office located at the Akala Expressway area of Ibadan, Oyo State capital, around 7pm on December 3, […]

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3 d. ago “Terrorists In Nigeria Also Kill Muslims, But Kill Christians More” – Donald Trump

United States President Donald Trump has acknowledged that Muslims are also among those being killed in Nigeria, while warning that the U.S. could carry out additional airstrikes if the violence persists. The warning followed recent U.S. military action in Nigeria and drew international reactions, including condemnation from Pope Leo XIV, who criticised attacks on sovereign […] The post “Terrorists In Nigeria Also Kill Muslims, But Kill Christians More” – Donald Trump appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Southern Kaduna Group Chides Jagaba, Hails Kaduna’s Security Turnaround

Southern Kaduna Patriots for Good Governance has said that the combined leadership of President Bola Tinubu and Kaduna State governor, Uba Sani, is steadily restoring security and public confidence across the state. The convener of the group, Edward John Auta, said sustained military operations have weakened bandit and terrorist networks nationwide, leading to the neutralisation […]

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