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Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has lifted relaxed the dusk-to-dawn curfew imposed on 10 local government areas bordering the Old Oyo National Park. A statement by the State Commissioner for Information, Dotun Oyelade, on Saturday said the lifting of the curfew followed  intensified security operations to rescue pupils and teachers abducted in Oriire Local Government Area. The government instructed residents of the affected local government areas to resume their normal activities, assuring them that security agencies would continue operations aimed at tackling the kidnapping crisis. “The government is closely monitoring the security situation, and efforts are ongoing to bring the…

Scottish side, Celtic may encounter challenges in retaining Kelechi Iheanacho in their squad next season as the club’s option to extend his contract for an additional season has lapsed, resulting in uncertainty regarding the future of the Super Eagles striker. The 29-year-old was not present when the Scottish champions resumed pre-season training at Lennoxtown. According to The Scottish Sun, Iheanacho is currently in Nigeria, training on his own while he seeks clarity about his next steps. The Super Eagles forward, who has previously played for Manchester City and Leicester City, is interested in staying at Parkhead after making a significant…

The Commander, 14 Brigade, Nigerian Army, Brigadier General A.M. Dikko, has praised the troops of the Brigade for their unwavering commitment to the service of the nation and commended their sacrifices in ensuring peace and security within the Brigade’s area of responsibility and beyond. Brigadier General Dikko, who stated this in Ohafia during a special Jumma’at prayer to mark the 2026 Nigerian Army Day Celebration (NADCEL), urged all personnel to remain diligent, disciplined, and professional in the discharge of their constitutional duties. He stressed that dedication, loyalty, teamwork, and adherence to the core values of the Nigerian Army remain essential…

Granada has announced the signing of highly rated Nigerian striker, Chinaza Marvellous Onouha Okonyia, who scthereby enhancing their squad with a promising young attacking talent. The forward, born in 2005, joins the team following an impressive season with UP Plasencia, where he played a crucial role in the club’s successful promotion campaign. The Cáceres-based team secured the championship title in the Primera Extremeña, which granted them a spot in the Tercera RFEF, with Chinaza standing out as one of the key performers throughout the season. The Nigerian forward had a remarkable season, netting 34 goals in all competitions. This total…

Super Eagles forward, Tolu Arokodare, has been advised to begin seeking new opportunities elsewhere following the signing of Mexican striker, Raul Jimenez, by Wolverhampton Wanderers. Chris Gallagher said that the arrival of the North American player could signify the end  of Arokodare’s stay at Wolves. Arokodare joined Wolverhampton Wanderers after a successful period in Belgium, where he netted 23 goals and provided seven assists in 45 matches across all competitions. Nevertheless, the Nigerian international was unable to replicate that success in the Premier League, as Wolves faced a disappointing season that culminated in relegation to the Championship. In his article…

A member of the All Progressives Congress, APC, Taofeek Mustapha, was shot on Saturday by suspected political thugs in Osogbo. This is as the state governorship election scheduled to take place in August draws closer. The State Police Command confirmed the incident which happened in the Oluode-Aranyin area of the state. The attack is said to have heightened concerns as rival political camps clash across the state. The victim, who survived the shooting pointed out that he was targeted by the thugs because he was wearing a political cap associated with the APC candidate. “I put on the AMBO crested…

Adamawa State Commissioner for Agriculture, Professor David Jatau, is dead. Humwashi Wonosikou, Chief Press Secretary to Governor Ahmadu Fintiri, disclosed this in a statement on Saturday. ProfessorJatau reportedly passed away in Abuja after a brief illness. The deceased commissioner was said to have spearheaded several initiatives aimed at improving food security, boosting agricultural productivity and empowering farmers in the state. The governor described the late Commissioner as a loyal and dedicated public officer who distinguished himself both as an academic of repute and as a committed public servant. “Professor Jatau was a man of intellect, integrity, and service. He brought his…

An unidentified young man was yesterday beaten to death on Ikom Street in Calabar for breaking into a house in the early hours of Friday, attempting to rob a woman and other occupants. The man was also reported to have attempted to have forceful carnal knowledge of the woman but she resisted. Her scream alerted neighbors in the next apartment, who joined in raising the alarm. This incident occurred at about 4.00 am, according to eyewitnesses Residents of the area stopped the the man from escaping and overpowered him. The suspect was reportedly dragged to the main Ikom Street, where he…

Nigerian rapper and singer YCee has claimed that the opportunity social media platforms like TikTok give to users to gain traction without interference from traditional music industry gatekeepers is affecting the talent level of the music industry.  Speaking in a recent interview with Naija FM Lagos, the ‘Jagaban’ crooner lamented that the trend has now made many record label executives to chase over viral or trending artists rather than talents. He said social media virality has also led to the influx of many half-baked musicians and “accident artists” into the music industry. He blamed social media-fame for the sharp drop in…

Biafra nation agitator, Ralph Uwazuruike has accused his fellow agitator, Nnamdi Kanu of orchestrating death of Igbo youths from his prison cell in Sokoto. Uwazuruike said Kanu, who is the leader of Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB, and serving life jail sentence for terrorism is still recruiting youths from prison to orchestrate violence, and this is leading to multiple death of the recruited youths. In a YouTube video made by the agitator, he called on leaders of Igbo nation and those of Pan Igbo organisation, Ohanaeze Ndigbo to mobilize and move to Sokoto to warn Kanu to stop the recruitment…