Daily Gist & Guide

  Fear and concern have gripped parts of Plateau State following the reported abduction of two persons living with disabilities by suspected gunmen. According to reports, the victims, a man and a woman who are both visually impaired, were kidnapped along Riyom Road in Riyom Local Government Area of Plateau State on Monday, November 2, 2026. The victims were reportedly travelling in a vehicle with seven other passengers when the attackers intercepted them. The other passengers reportedly escaped during the incident. Reports indicate that the victims were returning to Jos after a programme scheduled to take place in Benue State was postponed. The kidnappers have reportedly demanded a ransom of ₦50 million for their release. The Plateau State Chairman of the Joint National Association of Persons with Disabilities, Shindol Aaron, reportedly confirmed the incident, raising concerns among members of the disability community. Meanwhile, the incident has generated reactions and calls f...

  Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan Blasts Kogi Government, Says Alex Otti Has Achieved More in Abia Than Kogi in 10 Years Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has criticised the level of development in Kogi State, accusing those in power of rewarding political thugs instead of prioritising the welfare and development of residents. The Kogi Central senator made the remarks while addressing supporters in Okene, Kogi State, where she expressed dissatisfaction with what she described as misplaced priorities in the state's governance. According to reports, Akpoti-Uduaghan argued that Kogi State has little to show for the substantial funds it has received over the years. She also maintained that paying workers' salaries should not be celebrated as a major achievement, describing it as one of the basic responsibilities of any government. Natasha Praises Alex Otti's Performance in Abia During her address, the senator pointed to Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, as an example of a leader she believ...

  President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has expressed gratitude to Almighty God, saying his prayers for wisdom and resilience to continue serving Nigerians have been answered. The President made the statement on Monday, November 2, 2026, while speaking with journalists in Makkah, Saudi Arabia, following his Umrah pilgrimage. Tinubu disclosed that he had prayed for divine wisdom and strength to enable him to continue carrying out his responsibilities as Nigeria's leader. According to the President, he made a similar prayer before the 2023 presidential election, asking God for the wisdom and resilience required to serve the country. He said: "Well, I asked for wisdom and resilience to continue to serve the people. I know that prayer has been granted." The President also expressed appreciation for the opportunity to perform the Umrah pilgrimage and prayed for Nigeria's diversity to translate into prosperity. Tinubu reaffirmed his commitment to serving the country, expressing...

  Islamic cleric Sheikh Ahmad Gumi has suggested that the United States and other foreign powers interested in Nigeria could possibly be involved in supplying weapons to bandits operating across the country. Gumi made the remarks during an interview with a journalist from PAPShow TV, where he was questioned about the persistent killings, kidnappings and attacks targeting ordinary Nigerians. During the interview, the journalist asked why civilians appeared to be bearing the greatest burden of insecurity while politicians seemed less exposed to attacks. Responding, Gumi said he and other religious leaders had previously questioned bandits about the violence. He claimed that some bandits complained about military operations and alleged killings involving their women and children. According to the cleric, the situation has created a cycle of revenge, with attacks and killings continuing from one side to another. He argued that religious leaders have a responsibility to help stop the bl...

  The Ondo State Police Command has uncovered a suspected counterfeit US dollar production facility in Odigbo Local Government Area of the state, recovering three bags containing suspected fake dollar notes. The operation reportedly took place on October 29, 2026, at Kiniso Village, near Ajue, following a complaint involving an alleged currency exchange fraud. According to reports, police operatives arrested a suspect identified as Peter Desmond during the operation, while other occupants of the premises reportedly escaped. The police also recovered three bags containing suspected counterfeit US dollar notes and a small wooden box from the location. How the Alleged Fraud Happened The investigation reportedly followed a complaint by a businessman identified as Yusuf Nasiru, who alleged that he handed over $6,000 to two individuals during a currency exchange transaction. However, the individuals allegedly returned counterfeit dollar notes, claiming they could not complete the exchang...

  At least 98 police officers have lost their lives in different security-related incidents across 21 states in Nigeria between January and October 2026, according to a report by Daily Trust. The report, which compiled data from different incidents across the country, highlights the dangers faced by security personnel amid the persistent insecurity affecting several parts of Nigeria. According to the publication, the reported deaths involved attacks by bandits, gunmen, Boko Haram terrorists, kidnappers and other criminal groups. States With the Highest Reported Police Casualties The report identified several states with significant numbers of police officers killed during the 10-month period. Yobe State reportedly recorded 17 deaths, while Zamfara and Kebbi States recorded 14 deaths each. Other states mentioned include Katsina, with five officers; Borno and Taraba, with four each; and Plateau and Rivers, with three officers each. Causes of the Reported Deaths The figures attrib...

 Fear has gripped residents following reports that gunmen abducted a woman and her two children after intercepting their family vehicle in the Kagini area of Bwari, Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja. The victims were identified as Mrs Attah Arome and her two children. According to a report by The WHISTLER, the incident occurred at approximately 11 p.m. on Sunday, October 25, 2026, while the family was returning from an outing. atOptions = { 'key' : 'd82664461c8ee3ad817647e671615a08', 'format' : 'iframe', 'height' : 300, 'width' : 160, 'params' : {} }; >The armed men reportedly stopped the family's vehicle, abducted the woman and her two children, but released her husband, Attah Arome. Kidnappers Reportedly Demand Ransom Sources close to the family reportedly disclosed that the kidnappers had contacted the family and demanded ransom for the release of the abducted victims. The incide...