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The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has dismissed reports suggesting that terrorist groups have established a permanent operational base in Nigeria’s south-west region, describing the recent attack and abduction of pupils and staff in Oyo State as an isolated criminal act rather than evidence of an entrenched insurgency. Defence spokesperson Michael Onoja, in a statement on Wednesday, said the Chief of Defence Staff, Olufemi Oluyede, “extends his deepest sympathies to the families of the victims, the government and people of Oyo State, and the entire nation” over the abduction. He described the abduction of innocent children and staff as “a callous and…

In Nigeria’s war against banditry, the most dangerous weapon is not always in the hands of those pulling the trigger. It is in the hands of those who pass the information. These persons can compound and complicate all efforts. For several days, colleagues repeatedly forwarded a video of Governor Umar Radda lamenting how informants across different spheres are making the fight against banditry in Katsina State more difficult. In the clip, he recounted that within five minutes of concluding a high-level security meeting, a notorious bandit had already been briefed on its outcome. The question that immediately arises is quite…

The Nigerian Air Force, NAF, says it has intensified counterterrorism operations in Adamawa and Borno states, carrying out coordinated airstrikes on suspected terrorist strongholds in the Southern Tumbuns and Mandara Mountains in the North-East. The operations, conducted on May 19, 2026, targeted Bukar Meram in the Southern Tumbuns and Chikide in the Mandara Mountains under the Air Component of Operation Hadin Kai. According to the Air Force, the strikes were launched based on credible intelligence and confirmatory Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance missions that identified terrorist logistics hubs, structures and assembly points concealed within the areas. In a statement issued on Wednesday by…

A lawyer, Barrister Victor Giwa, has emerged the candidate of the All Progressives Congress, APC, for the Esan South-East State Constituency for election into the Edo State House of Assembly in 2027. Giwa was declared winner of the primary elections after results were announced. Speaking shortly after the results were announced, Giwa said, “This is the end of today’s primary election of the All Progressives Congress, APC, in Esan South-East constituency of Edo State for election into the House of Assembly. “This is to let you know that I, Victor Giwa, from Ward 9, have been declared winner of the primary…

Troops of the 6 Brigade Nigerian Army and Sector 3 of Operation Whirl Stroke, OPWS, have neutralised two suspected bandits during a clearance operation in Ibi Local Government Area of Taraba state. The operation, carried out by troops deployed at Sarkin Kudu, according to a statement made available to journalists on Wednesday in Jalingo, followed credible intelligence received on May 18, 2026, concerning the activities of suspected bandits operating from a hideout around the Dooshima District in the Sarkin Kudu area. According to the Army, troops swiftly mobilised to the area for a tactical raid aimed at flushing out criminal…

Afrobeats singer David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has said the university shaped his life and career. He stated this during a recent visit to his alma mater Babcock University in Osun State. Davido explained that being a graduate in an industry where many are not gives him a sense of pride. “Babcock University shaped my career. I always brag to colleagues that I went to school and graduated. Not everyone who started school got to finish,” he said. Davido graduated with a degree from the musical department of Babcock University. He previously revealed that his dad gave him a…

Super Eagles head coach Éric Chelle has unveiled separate squads for the Unity Cup and international friendlies against Poland and Portugal. DAILY POST observed that the Unity Cup squad includes a number of home based players and some experienced foreign based Super Eagles regulars. Nigeria will face Zimbabwe in the semi-final of the Unity Cup next week Tuesday. The Nigerian team will also face Poland and Portugal in June. Unity Cup Squad: Goalkeepers: Francis Uzoho (Omonia FC, Cyprus) Arthur Okonkwo (Wrexham FC, England); Michael Atata (Ikorodu City) Defenders: Bruno Onyemaechi (Olympiakos, Greece); Emmanuel Fernandez (Glasgow Rangers, Scotland); Chibuike Nwaiwu (Trabzonspor AS,…

Apple TV is best known for its lineup of science fiction shows and feel-good sitcoms, but of late the streaming service has veered in a different direction. A pair of its current buzziest shows explore the world of OnlyFans creators and cam models, and they’re timed up near perfectly; just as one ends (Margo’s Got Money Troubles) another is set to begin (Maximum Pleasure Guaranteed). According to Maximum Pleasure Guaranteed creator and showrunner David J. Rosen, the timing is something of a coincidence, but also indicative of the current moment. “I think it’s in the air,” he says. “There’s just…

Market analysts say Bitcoin (BTC) is showing “momentum exhaustion” after its 8% drop from multi-month highs above $82,000, with bulls expected to defend key crucial support levels. Key takeaways:Bitcoin momentum weakens after rejection above the $82,000 level.Analysts warn BTC could fall to $65,000 if support at $74,000-$76,000 fails.Bitcoin’s price momentum is “weakening”Private wealth manager Swissblock stated that Bitcoin’s momentum is fading following failure to “sustain expansion” above $82,000. Swissblock said that Bitcoin’s positive momentum has been losing “force with every bounce,” contributing to the latest drop to $76,000. Related: Bitcoin price stays under $77K as US bond yields near 20-year highsBitcoin is now…

Hayden Panettiere name-dropped several celebrity friends and exes in debut memoir This Is Me: A Reckoning. “I think people will be surprised by what they learn,” Panettiere, 36, told Us Weekly in her cover story published in May 2026, revealing that she was “terrified” to tell her story. “The first thought that went through my head is, ‘Am I ready to write a book about my life?’” the actress shared. “Then I started thinking through my life and going, ‘Gosh, truth is stranger than fiction. I have so many stories already to share.’ I hope that by sharing them in…