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The Nigerian Army troops of the Joint Task Force (North East), Operation HADIN KAI, OPHK, under the ongoing Operation Desert Sanity, have continued to record significant operational successes. It said this includes the rescue of abducted civilians, reunification of families, and the arrest of suspected terrorist collaborators across the theatre. A statement signed by Lieutenant Colonel Sani Uba, Media Information Officer, Headquarters Joint Task Force (North East), Operation Hadin Kai, said that in a recent development, troops acting on credible intelligence following an air interdiction mission around the Mandara Mountains successfully rescued six abducted women and children during a well-coordinated…

The African Democratic Congress, ADC, has extended the dates for the submission of nomination forms, screening of candidates and primary election activities ahead of the 2027 general elections. The party’s national spokesman, Bolaji Abdullahi, revealed this in a statement on Wednesday. Abdullahi said that the changes were made in response to aspirants’ requests and logistical considerations. “Adjustments have been made to the primary elections timetable in response to aspirant requests and logistical considerations. Affected items are indicated accordingly. All other previously published dates remain unchanged,” he said. He added that the submission of nomination forms previously scheduled for May 13,…

Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has reiterated his loyalty to the All Progressives Congress, APC, dismissing reports suggesting otherwise as false and misleading. He made the clarification on Wednesday after inspecting the newly reconstructed Rivers State Psychiatric Hospital, which has been converted into a general hospital located in Rumuigbo, Obio/Akpor Local Government Area. Fubara said there was no truth in claims circulating on social media that he had shifted allegiance, stressing that he remains a committed member of the APC and fully aligned with the party’s interests. He urged the public to disregard rumours and avoid misinterpretations of his political position. On…

Popular Nigerian comedian, AYo Makun, professionally known as AY, has spoken about the late Nollywood actor, Alex Ekubo’s final moments. DAILY POST reports that Alex Ekubo died in Lagos hospital on Monday, May 11 2026, after a long battle with cancer. Alex, who was diagnosed with stage four liver cancer in 2024, underwent a transplant. In 2026, the liver failed again, and he died from complications hours after being placed on life support. Speaking about Alex’s final moments in an Instagram post, Comedian AY, who was present at the hospital, revealed that Alex was smiling when he breathed his last…

Record producer and music executive, Michael Collins Ajereh, popularly known as Don Jazzy, has revealed that letting former Mavin artist, Di’ja, go was one of the most difficult decisions of his career.  Speaking in a recent episode of the Crea8torium podcast, Jazzy recalled that the moment was tense, and Di’ja also noticed that he was uncomfortable during the announcement.  He explained that it was emotional because he sees every one of his artists as his child.  “One of the most difficult decisions of my career was when I had to let Di’ja go. That was difficult, and I don’t think…

A Professor of Political Science, Jibrin Ibrahim, has lamented that current Nigerian politics is different from what was taught in the classroom. Prof Ibrahim said this on Tuesday while fielding questions in an interview on Arise Television’s ‘Prime Time’. He also stated that political parties had become vehicles for delivering power to individuals. According to him: “As someone who studied political science, it is deeply depressing to see politics now operating on a completely different set of principles not found in the literature we were taught. “We grew up believing that democracy followed certain rules and standards, only to discover that much of what happens in…

Former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar has criticised President Bola Tinubu over the country’s worsening insecurity following the death of former House of Representatives member, Abba Adamu in kidnappers’ custody. Adamu, who represented Guri, Kiri-Kasamma and Birniwa Federal Constituency from 2007 to 2011, was kidnapped on May 3 along the Kaduna-Abuja highway while travelling from Kano to Abuja for a political meeting. Reports claimed he died nine days later while being held by his abductors despite efforts by his family to secure his freedom. Reacting through a statement released in Abuja by his aide, Phrank Shaibu, Atiku said the incident showed…

The Ebonyi State Police Command has arrested one Nwankpu James following a viral video in which the suspect was seen handling a child in an abusive and inhumane manner while the child lay on bare ground. The Commissioner of Police, Ebonyi State Command, Hope Urunwa Okafor, immediately directed operatives of the command to ensure the arrest of the suspect and the rescue of the child. Acting on the directive, operatives traced the suspect and the child’s parents to Isohumini Agbaja Community in Izzi Local Government Area, where the suspect was arrested and the child successfully rescued. This was contained in…

A man has been arrested in France for allegedly plotting a terror attack that could have targeted the famous Louvre Museum in Paris. The Interior Ministry also disclosed that the suspect was planning an attack specifically targeting members of the Jewish community in Paris. The suspect was taken into custody after his mobile device was checked by police during a traffic stop. He had been driving with a forged license. His phone contained images of firearms and knives, jihadist propaganda videos, ISIS-related imagery posted on social media, and encrypted communications with contacts. The accused, officials say, discussed knowledge of access…

Controversial self-acclaimed relationship expert, Blessing CEO, has reacted to the death of actor Alex Ekubo. DAILY POST gathered that the actor died in a Lagos hospital on Monday after battling stage 4 liver cancer. Reacting to the cause of Alex’s death, Blessing CEO, who appeared to be referring to her earlier stage 4 cancer claim, wrote in fear: “God will punish cancer.” Sharing Alex’s picture on her Instagram page, she wrote: “God will punish cancer. We waited for u to show up. You fought silently. Rest in peace.” DAILY POST reports that Blessing CEO had, in March 2026, solicited financial…