A kidnap victim was rescued by troops of Sector 1, Operation Whirl Stroke, OPWS, in collaboration with local hunters, during a security operation along the Benue–Nasarawa border. The Nigerian Army made this disclosure in a post on X. According to the post, the rescue operation was carried out at about 7:31 a.m. on July 17…
Elder statesman and former Action Congress of Nigeria (ACN) National Secretary, Dr. Usman Bugaje, has criticized President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration, arguing that public dissatisfaction with its performance could influence future elections. Speaking in an interview on Symfoni TV on Sunday, July 19, 2026, Bugaje said, “I don’t think defeating him is a problem; he…
Arsenal are exploring alternative attacking targets after missing out on Morgan Rogers, with Vinicius Junior, Bradley Barcola and Yan Diomande among the players under consideration, according to Football London. Chelsea’s reported £117 million move for the Aston Villa forward has forced Arsenal to reassess their transfer plans as manager Mikel Arteta looks to strengthen his…
Retired General Sani Kukasheka Usman has commended the military’s response to the attempted terrorist attack on the Federal Government Girls College (FGGC) in Monguno, Borno State, saying security forces prevented a mass abduction and rescued the students. Speaking during an interview on Channels Television, Usman said troops acted proactively, confronting the attackers before they could…
Former presidential aide Reno Omokri has praised Burna Boy’s performance at the FIFA World Cup final opening ceremony, describing it as a proud moment for Nigeria and a showcase of the country’s culture on the global stage. In a post on his X account, @renoomokri, on Sunday, July 19, 2026, Omokri commended the Grammy-winning artist…
The deaths of two U.S. service members and the disappearance of another could increase political pressure on the Trump administration over its military campaign against Iran, according to Al Jazeera correspondent Patty Culhane. Speaking in a video posted by Al Jazeera on Sunday, July 19, 2026, Culhane said the casualties came amid escalating exchanges of…
The Northern States Christian Elders Forum (NOSCEF) has urged President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to reject a proposed amendment to the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) Act, arguing that it threatens constitutionally protected religious freedoms. According to a Daily Trust report published on Sunday, July 19, 2026, the FRSC Amendment Bill 2026 proposes a ₦50,000 fine…
Burkina Faso’s President Ibrahim Traore has declared that his government will not permit the implementation of Sharia law, insisting the country’s existing legal system will remain in place while protecting freedom of religion. According to a Daily Post report published on Monday, July 20, 2026, Traore made the remarks during a nationwide broadcast on religion,…
The United States has reportedly informed Israel of plans to intensify military operations against Iran while urging its ally to remain out of the current phase of the conflict to avoid a broader regional war. According to an Anadolu Agency report published on Monday, July 20, 2026, Israeli public broadcaster KAN, citing unnamed Israeli and…
Chelsea midfielder Enzo Fernandez came under heavy criticism after being sent off during Argentina’s World Cup final defeat to Spain, leaving his side to play with 10 men at a crucial stage of the match. According to Football London on Monday, July 20, 2026, Fernandez received a second yellow card late in the game for…
