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  Phrank Shaibu, a spokesperson for former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar, has challenged Nigerians who named their children after President Bola Ahmed Tinubu since he assumed office in May 2023 to come forward and claim a ₦5 million cash reward. Shaibu reportedly made the announcement on Monday, October 26, 2026, during an appearance on The Morning Edition, a programme aired by Real Broadcasting Network (RBN). During the interview, he challenged any Nigerian parent who had named a child Tinubu between May 29, 2023, and the date of the announcement to provide evidence and collect the promised money. According to reports, Shaibu said interested parents must present a birth certificate showing that their child was born and named Tinubu within the specified period. He expressed doubt that anyone would be able to meet the conditions, suggesting that the challenge was intended to question the level of public admiration President Tinubu enjoys among Nigerians. The statement has since at...

  Fear and sorrow have gripped parts of Benue State following the abduction of six mourners who were transporting the corpse of a deceased woman to her hometown for burial. The disturbing incident reportedly occurred along Adoka Road in Otukpo Local Government Area of Benue State on Friday, October 30, 2026. According to reports, the victims were travelling from Kano State to Okpoga, the headquarters of Okpokwu Local Government Area, with the woman's corpse when suspected kidnappers intercepted their vehicle at about 8 p.m. The gunmen reportedly abducted all six occupants of the vehicle, including the deceased woman's husband and five other persons accompanying him. In a particularly disturbing development, the kidnappers allegedly abandoned the woman's corpse on the highway before fleeing with the six victims. The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) later recovered the corpse and transported it to Adoka, where it was subsequently deposited in a morgue. Kidnappers Reportedly D...

A heartbreaking report has emerged from Kaduna State following the disclosure that 17 worshippers abducted during an attack on three churches in Ariko community, Kachia Local Government Area, reportedly died while in captivity. The victims were among 37 worshippers kidnapped when armed men attacked three churches in Ariko on April 5, 2026, during Easter Sunday services. According to information disclosed by Christian Solidarity Worldwide Nigeria (CSWN), the attackers abducted worshippers, leaving families and communities devastated. Of the 37 people taken away, 12 reportedly managed to escape at different times, while 17 died in captivity. The remaining eight eventually regained their freedom after spending approximately five months with their abductors. The disclosure was made by Reverend Dr Yunusa Nmadu, Chief Executive Officer of Christian Solidarity Worldwide Nigeria. Six Abductees Reportedly Die in Awon Village In another disturbing development, six people abducted from Awon villa...

  The Bauchi State Police Command has arrested three young men in connection with the killing of a woman identified as Nana Khadija, following a deadly attack in Toro Local Government Area of the state. The suspects were identified as Aliyu Musa, 25, of Babale, Jos North Local Government Area of Plateau State; Samsu Musa, 25, of Dawa Village, Zalau Ward, Toro LGA, Bauchi State; and Auwalu Kabiru, 22, of Tilden Fulani, Toro LGA, Bauchi State. According to police reports, the tragic incident occurred on October 31, 2026, at about 7:30 p.m. The suspects allegedly attacked Nana Khadija with a cutlass, inflicting serious injuries on her head. atOptions = { 'key' : 'd82664461c8ee3ad817647e671615a08', 'format' : 'iframe', 'height' : 300, 'width' : 160, 'params' : {} }; > Following the attack, she was rushed to General Hospital, Toro, where medical personnel attended to her. However, she was later con...

  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...