…a nearby forest after sighting the troops. “The troops engaged them, forcing them to abandon their equipment and motorcycles, while some of the fleeing terrorists were believed to have sustained gunshot wounds,” he said. A subsequent search of the area led to the recovery of an AK-47 rifle, an empty magazine and ammuni…
…shared her own personal experience: I remember When I was traveling from Benin to Asaba few years ago, I was sitting by the window. The man next to me was an older, very respectable looking man. He was wearing a sharp, expensive looking Senator material. He looked like somebody's strict father or a church elder. About…
Hospital building collapses in Calabar after devastating landslide triggered by torrential rainfall (video) Unicem hospital building collapsed in Calabar, Cross River State following a devastating landslide by triggered torrential rainfall. A Calabar based pharmacist Mr Mekzy, who shared the video on X, said the incide…
…and three caps bearing an inscription linked to the Vikings Confraternity from an abandoned motorcycle in Awka North Local Government Area. The items were recovered by operatives of the command’s Violent Crime Response Unit during a routine patrol along the Isuaniocha Bridge on Thursday. The command’s spokesperson, SP…
Enyimba FC player Mujeeb Odufeso Babatunde has appealed to the public for N3.5 million to undergo knee surgery after suffering a serious injury he says occurred while playing for the clubThe footballer alleged that the club neglected his treatment, suspended him, and failed to adequately support his recovery despite be…
…remained declared as a 'significant' emergency response continued.Eastbourne's MP, Josh Babarinde, was informed that one constituent suffered injuries to their ribs. Rob Bradley, who was travelling on the train with his six-year-old daughter, Mabel, recalled the moment they 'felt the train speeding up and starting to r…
…Among those who passed through its ranks were celebrated actors such as Kareem Adepoju (Baba Wande), Lere Paimo (Eda), Professor Kola Oyewo and Dayo Akinpelu, all of whom would go on to become prominent figures in Yoruba theatre and Nollywood. For mama, the stage became both a workplace and a second home. Through produ…
…and the general public to disregard the impression that OGD loyalists had collectively abandoned their principal, saying, “That is not true.” Also reacting, the media aide to Daniel, Steve Oliyide, said there was never a relaunch of any foundation but a reunion of the old and new members of the Gateway Front Foundation…
…a brown envelop oh. He took it before he released what was inside. The man broke a calabash of palm wine immediately too. It was fast. Very fast. 'The chiefs and elders from the man's side where confused. 'They thought, it was just to return her things until, just maybe they settle again. This wasn't the first pack and…
…her for bringing such sensitive matter to the public. Watch video below: https://www.yabaleftonline.ng/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/ssstik.io_@adeboyin___1786351114412.mp4
…later to remove the second and eventually cart away the poles. Another business owner, Labake Aliu, said the theft was suspected to have taken place mostly at night. She said, “No one knows exactly when they remove them, but we suspect it is mostly done at night. Most of us close our shops by 7pm, and by the time we re…
…to 12 divisions, with new division headquarters to be established in Benue, Kwara and Taraba states, alongside a fourth formation in Edo State. The restructuring is designed to decentralise the Army’s command and control structure, improve tactical response times and enable troops to respond more effectively to securit…
…20th minute when Baturina created space on the edge of the Arsenal box, but Kepa Arrizabalaga produced a good save to deny him. Arsenal eventually broke the deadlock after the hydration break. Lewis-Skelly headed Butez’s weak clearance towards Gabriel Martinelli, who controlled the ball before setting up the midfielder…
…Cup of Nations (WAFCON) final after defeating Algeria 3-1 in a thrilling semi-final in Rabat on Wednesday. The Scorchers secured the historic victory at the Olympic Stadium in Morocco, continuing their remarkable run in their debut appearance at the continental tournament. The match was a high-intensity contest, with b…
…roles. The listed locations include Lagos, Port Harcourt, Onne, Warri and Calabar. Nigerian Ports Authority Recruitment Portal Candidates interested in the vacancies are expected to use the designated Nigerian Ports Authority Recruitment Portal or follow the application instructions contained in the official recruitmen…
…by the superior firepower and coordinated assault of the security forces, the criminals abandoned all their captives and escaped into the surrounding forest with gunshot wounds,” the statement said. However, in his interview at the Kogi State Police Command on Tuesday, which was posted on the command’s X handle, Daniel…
Fleeing kidnappers abandon female victim in Plateau Troops of Sector 3, Operation Enduring Peace (OPEP), have rescued a 47-year-old woman, Mrs Pollina Alfred, who was kidnapped from her residence in Dong Village, Jos North Local Government Area of Plateau State. The rescue operation was conducted on August 11, 2026, fo…
…in the west of the country. He said at least 195 remained missing, but civilian-run databases put that number closer to 4,000. Teams continued to pick through the rubble overnight in the hardest-hit cities of Cali, Pereira, Manizales and Quibdo, as time ticked away for victims to be found - and rescued - alive. See vid…
…in Ila Orangun, Iwo, Osogbo, Ilesa, etc., all built by our administration. Should I abandon Ede because it is my town?" Speaking on his trademark dancing, which has become a recurring feature of his public appearances, Adeleke dismissed suggestions that his dancing was an indication that he was not serious about govern…
Rotary International President, Yinka Babalola, in this interview with WALE AKINSELURE, highlights Rotary’s strides in the global fight against polio, the organisation’s efforts to strengthen health systems and prevent future health crises, as well as the critical role of governments in sustaining humanitarian interven…
…and location. “I wish my town to be small London. So because I’m a governor, I should abandon my own town? Go and fact-check it. I just told you I just came back from Ife. Am I from Ife? I’m from Ede,” he said. The governor listed several Osun towns where his administration had executed projects, insisting he had not n…
…and attempts to demean other citizens. Hayab, however, said Christians would not abandon dialogue and engagement with Muslims and other religious groups despite the controversy. “We will not stop the dialogue. We will talk with honest people and clerics. We will talk with people who understand things rightly. “But we s…
…said. The clarification followed comments by the NANS National President, Akinteye Babatunde, that the association was considering a system under which students would pay an annual N200 due. Babatunde had also indicated that NANS would work with the NYSC and that students might be required to show proof of payment of t…
…is as important as what we do with leadership,” he said. Obi warned that normalising the abandonment of credential verification could have wider consequences for the country. “If we normalise the abandonment of basic verification today, tomorrow we may have professors who never attended a university, doctors who never…
…following a fierce gun battle with suspected bandits along the Rafin Makuku axis of Sakaba Local Government Area of the state. The command also confirmed that at least 17 suspected bandits were neutralised during the encounter, while four motorcycles belonging to the attackers were reportedly burnt. The incident occurr…