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🇳🇬 NAF Bombards Terrorist Strongholds In North-East As FG, States Push Coordinated Response To Rising Insecurity NAF destroys terrorist hideouts in North-East as FG, Oyo and labour leaders intensified calls for coordinated action against insecurity nationwide. 📰 Source: Arise News 🔗 naijadailyupdate.ng/story.php?slug… Via @9jaDailyUpdates #NaijaNews #Nigeria #BreakingNews #Politics #Bandits #Insecurity #NigerianArmy #Election #News #Africa

🇳🇬 Frontline Adamawa APC governorship aspirant, Salihu withdraws from race over order from Abuja  A leading governorship aspirant under the All Progressives Congress, APC, in Adamawa State, Mustapha Salihu, has withdrawn from the race. The withdrawal, made known Wednesday night, came as a shock to observers of development in the state who noted that Mustapha, with the backing of Governor Ahmadu Fintiri, was ahead of others in the race. Much of Frontline Adamawa APC governorship aspirant, Salihu withdraws from race over order from Abuja  📰 Source: Daily Post 🔗 naijadailyupdate.ng/story.php?slug… Via @9jaDailyUpdates #NaijaNews #Nigeria #BreakingNews #Politics #Bandits #Insecurity #NigerianArmy #Election #News #Africa

🇳🇬 US Links Terrorism Funding in Nigeria, Others to Transnational Drug Cartels • Says cocaine flows across Atlantic have increased nearly sixfold   •States highest drug seizure in history worth $1bn recorded in recent days   •Reveals W’Africa accounted for 51% of global terror 📰 Source: ThisDay 🔗 naijadailyupdate.ng/story.php?slug… Via @9jaDailyUpdates #NaijaNews #Nigeria #BreakingNews #Politics #Bandits #Insecurity #NigerianArmy #Election #News #Africa

🇳🇬 Lagos APC primary: Why I stepped down for Hamzat – Ajose A governorship aspirant in Lagos State on the platform of the All Progressives Congress, APC, Samuel Ajose, has announced his withdrawal from the 2027 governorship race in favor of the Deputy Governor, Obafemi Hamzat after discussions with the party leadership. Ajose, widely recognized as SMA Gold, made this announcement during his appearance on Channels Television’s Lagos APC primary: Why I stepped down for Hamzat – Ajose 📰 Source: Daily Post 🔗 naijadailyupdate.ng/story.php?slug… Via @9jaDailyUpdates #NaijaNews #Nigeria #BreakingNews #Politics #Bandits #Insecurity #NigerianArmy #Election #News #Africa

🇳🇬 FAAN tightens airport surveillance over Ebola outbreak fears Nigeria’s FAAN intensifies health screening and surveillance at airports amid Ebola outbreak fears in Central Africa to ensure public safety. 📰 Source: Punch 🔗 naijadailyupdate.ng/story.php?slug… Via @9jaDailyUpdates #NaijaNews #Nigeria #BreakingNews #Politics #Bandits #Insecurity #NigerianArmy #Election #News #Africa

🇳🇬 U.S will attack Iran again if … – Trump  President Donald Trump said Tuesday that the U.S. may need to strike Iran again and that he had been an hour away from ordering an 📰 Source: Blueprint 🔗 naijadailyupdate.ng/story.php?slug… Via @9jaDailyUpdates #NaijaNews #Nigeria #BreakingNews #Politics #Bandits #Insecurity #NigerianArmy #Election #News #Africa

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🇳🇬 Desmond Elliot loses return ticket to rival backed by Gbaja Barrister Barakat Odunuga-Bakare on Wednesday recorded a sweeping victory over incumbent lawmaker Desmond Elliot in the All Progressives Congress (APC) primaries for Surulere Constituency I of the Lagos State House of Assembly. Odunuga-Bakare secured a total of 11,385 votes to defeat Elliot, who polled 270 votes across the wards in the constituency. The primaries witnessed 📰 Source: Daily Trust 🔗 naijadailyupdate.ng/story.php?slug… Via @9jaDailyUpdates #NaijaNews #Nigeria #BreakingNews #Politics #Bandits #Insecurity #NigerianArmy #Election #News #Africa

🇳🇬 VIDEO: Desmond Elliot withdraws from APC primary, alleges intimidation Lagos lawmaker Desmond Elliot withdraws from the APC primary for the Surulere 1 constituency, citing alleged intimidation of his supporters. 📰 Source: Punch 🔗 naijadailyupdate.ng/story.php?slug… Via @9jaDailyUpdates #NaijaNews #Nigeria #BreakingNews #Politics #Bandits #Insecurity #NigerianArmy #Election #News #Africa

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@9jaDailyUpdates Wow this is huge. Joint operations with the US eliminating 175 ISIS militants and senior leadership. That’s what partnership looks like. This is a major blow against terrorism in Nigeria

🇳🇬 Joint Nigeria-US military operations eliminate 175 ISIS militants and senior leadership – Defence Headquarters # Nigeria-US Military Operations Strike Major Blow Against ISIS in Northeast Nigerian military forces working alongside American advisors have successfully eliminated 175 ISIS fighters during recent joint operations in the northeast region. According to the Defence Headquarters, these coordinated air and ground strikes represent a significant setback for the terrorist organization's ability to function effectively. The military also destroyed multiple ISIS positions including checkpoints, weapons storage sites, supply centers, and financial networks that help fund the group's activities. Among those killed in the operations were several high-ranking ISIS commanders, most notably Abu-Bilal al-Minuki, described as a major figure in the group's international operations. Al-Minuki was reportedly involved in coordinating terrorist financing, recruiting fighters, managing logistics, and planning attacks against civilians. His death is expected to seriously weaken the organization's command structure and ability to coordinate attacks outside the region. Other significant commanders eliminated include Abd-al Wahhab, who coordinated attacks and propaganda; Abu Musa al-Mangawi; and Abu al-Muthanna al-Muhajir, who handled media operations. The Defence Headquarters indicated that removing these key leaders has disrupted ISIS's operational networks and ability to plan attacks. The military stressed that this partnership between Nigeria and international allies represents an important strategy for combating terrorism in the northeast, where the insurgency has caused years of instability and displacement. 📰 Source: Daily Trust 🔗 naijadailyupdate.ng/story.php?slug… Via @9jaDailyUpdates #NaijaNews #Nigeria #BreakingNews #Politics #Bandits #Insecurity #NigerianArmy #Election #News #Africa

🇳🇬 Niniola grieves the death of her spouse Nigerian music star Niniola has announced the death of her husband, shocking fans and well-wishers across the country. The singer, who is the older sibling of fellow musician Teni, shared the devastating news on her Instagram page with emotional posts that expressed deep grief over his passing. Through heartfelt captions alongside photographs of the couple together, Niniola confirmed that her husband has passed away, though the specific circumstances and medical reasons behind his death have not been made public at this time. The loss has triggered an outpouring of sympathy from people across social media platforms. Fans, followers, and fellow celebrities have been flooding the comment sections of her posts with words of encouragement and condolences during this difficult period. Many Nigerians have expressed their support for the grieving musician as she navigates this personal tragedy. Details surrounding the death remain limited, with only Niniola's emotional statements serving as confirmation of the news. As is customary in such situations, the family has not yet released a formal statement explaining what led to his death. The entertainment industry and music lovers nationwide are sending their prayers to Niniola and her family during this trying time. 📰 Source: Gistreel 🔗 naijadailyupdate.ng/story.php?slug… Via @9jaDailyUpdates #NaijaNews #Nigeria #BreakingNews #Politics #Bandits #Insecurity #NigerianArmy #Election #News #Africa

🇳🇬 Seize Gumi now! – Adeyanju calls on government # Summary An activist lawyer, Deji Adeyanju, has publicly demanded that the Nigerian government arrest Islamic cleric Ahmad Gumi, accusing him of supporting armed bandits and worsening the country's security problems. The call follows a video that went viral showing Gumi making comments defending Fulani herdsmen, saying they are part of the nation and must be accommodated. Critics view these remarks as sympathetic to terrorists, especially given the ongoing violence caused by armed herders in various parts of Nigeria. Adeyanju posted on Facebook that people who sympathize with terrorists should be treated as terrorists themselves. He argues that Gumi's statements and actions contribute to promoting terrorism across Nigeria and that arresting him would serve as a warning to others with similar views. According to Adeyanju, individuals like Gumi can only operate freely in a country without strong government control—a "failed state," as he put it. This controversy reflects the heated debates in Nigeria about how to address the banditry and kidnapping crisis affecting northern regions. While some argue for dialogue and understanding with herding communities, others believe that any sympathy for armed groups enables further violence. The clash between these positions continues to divide public opinion, with security concerns dominating the conversation. 📰 Source: P.M. News 🔗 naijadailyupdate.ng/story.php?slug… Via @9jaDailyUpdates #NaijaNews #Nigeria #BreakingNews #Politics #Bandits #Insecurity #NigerianArmy #Election #News #Africa

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🇳🇬 Governor Zulum pledges to free kidnapped pupils The Borno state governor, Professor Babagana Umara Zulum, Tuesday visited Uba town to sympathise with parents of schoolchildren recently abducted in Mussa community, assuring residents 📰 Source: Blueprint 🔗 naijadailyupdate.ng/story.php?slug… Via @9jaDailyUpdates #NaijaNews #Nigeria #BreakingNews #Politics #Bandits #Insecurity #NigerianArmy #Election #News #Africa

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🇳🇬 2027: ADC predicts ‘earthquake’ as Turaki PDP clears Jonathan A PDP faction has reportedly cleared former President Goodluck Jonathan as its sole presidential aspirant for the 2027 election, a move the ADC calls a pol 📰 Source: Punch 🔗 naijadailyupdate.ng/story.php?slug… Via @9jaDailyUpdates #NaijaNews #Nigeria #BreakingNews #Politics #Bandits #Insecurity #NigerianArmy #Election #News #Africa

🇳🇬 Lagos moves to end blackout with 24-hour electricity plan Lagos state government  Tuesday unveiled an ambitious roadmap to end the ‘culture of blackouts’ experienced in the state by ensuring a 24-hour electricity supply through 📰 Source: Blueprint 🔗 naijadailyupdate.ng/story.php?slug… Via @9jaDailyUpdates #NaijaNews #Nigeria #BreakingNews #Politics #Bandits #Insecurity #NigerianArmy #Election #News #Africa

🇳🇬 “How can you send a child to prison for two years over few Twitter lines?” — Sowore blasts Adekunle Gold # Summary Prominent activist and former presidential hopeful Omoyele Sowore has publicly condemned singer Adekunle Gold for pursuing legal action against a social media user who spent over two years in prison for posting false claims about the musician and his family online. During a recent interview that spread widely across social platforms, Sowore questioned the proportionality of such severe punishment for comments made on X (formerly Twitter), arguing that famous people should simply ignore false rumours rather than involving law enforcement. He shared his own experience of being targeted by similar unfounded claims about his wife and children dying in America, yet chose not to escalate matters legally. Sowore's criticism touches on a broader pattern he claims to observe among influential Nigerians who abuse their power once they gain wealth and prominence. He specifically highlighted how the individual spent approximately two and a half years in prison over what amounts to a few social media lines, describing the situation as a troubling example of oppression. The activist referenced other cases involving public figures being falsely declared dead, including a comparison to how some international personalities handle similar online attacks. This incident reflects growing tensions in Nigeria regarding cybercrime legislation, online expression, and the arrest of internet users for controversial posts. The debate raises important questions about the balance between protecting people's reputations and preserving freedom of speech, with Sowore arguing that Nigerian society too readily accepts authoritarian behavior whenever powerful people feel threatened by criticism or false claims 📱 📰 Source: Gistreel 🔗 naijadailyupdate.ng/story.php?slug… Via @9jaDailyUpdates #NaijaNews #Nigeria #BreakingNews #Politics #Bandits #Insecurity #NigerianArmy #Election #News #Africa