From a dramatic police raid at the Osun State Government House to fresh bandit attacks in the North, political exchanges between the Presidency and the opposition, and the court wedding of TikTok stars Peller and Jarvis, Wednesday was packed with major developments across Nigeria. Here are the top 10 stories making headlines this Thursday morning.
- Police Arrest Osun SSG, Five Others, Recover ₦4.81m, PVCs During Raid
The Osun State Police Command has confirmed the arrest of the Secretary to the State Government, Hon. Teslim Igbalaye, alongside five other persons following a raid on his residence. During the operation, officers recovered ₦4.81 million in cash, Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs), a voter register covering Wards 1 to 15, a Dynabook laptop, a printer and a photocopy machine. The development comes ahead of the August 15 governorship election in the state.
- Army Chief Appoints New GOCs for Newly Created Divisions
The Chief of Army Staff, Lt.-Gen. Waidi Shaibu, has announced the appointment of General Officers Commanding (GOCs) for the Nigerian Army’s newly established divisions. The appointments followed President Bola Tinubu’s approval of the new formations aimed at strengthening the Army’s operational effectiveness and improving security across the country.
- ADC Tells Tinubu to Fight Terrorists, Not Opposition
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has criticised President Bola Tinubu over his declaration that he is prepared to “fight to the finish” politically. The opposition party said the President should concentrate on defeating terrorists instead of political opponents. In a statement signed by its National Publicity Secretary, Mallam Bolaji Abdullahi, the ADC described the President’s remarks as unfortunate, especially at a time when insecurity continues to threaten many parts of the country.
- Police Fail to Produce PFIPC DG Before Reps Panel
The Nigeria Police Force failed to produce the self-acclaimed Director-General of the Presidential Foreign Investment Promotion Council (PFIPC), Mr. Adeyemi Adeniyi, before the House of Representatives Ad Hoc Committee investigating the alleged fake agency. Police representatives told lawmakers they would require a court warrant authorising the suspect’s release before complying with the committee’s directive.
- Bandits Kill Worshippers, Abduct Residents in Sokoto Mosque Attack
At least three people were killed inside a mosque while several others were abducted after bandits attacked Tsamaye village in Sabon Birni Local Government Area of Sokoto State. Residents said the heavily armed attackers stormed the community around 8:30 p.m. on Tuesday and operated for several hours before leaving in the early hours of Wednesday.
- Four Security Operatives Killed, Soldier Missing in Kebbi Attack
Four security operatives have been confirmed dead, while a soldier remains missing following an attack on Tudun Bicci community in Danko/Wasagu Local Government Area of Kebbi State. The Chairman of the local government, Hussaini Aliyu Bena, confirmed the incident, describing it as another major security challenge confronting the area.
- DSS Arraigns Five Ansaru Suspects Over Oyo School Kidnap
The Department of State Services (DSS) has arraigned five suspected members of the Jama’atu Ansarul Muslimina fi-Biladis Sudan (Ansaru) before a Federal High Court in Abuja. The suspects are facing charges linked to the May 15 abduction of pupils and teachers in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State, as well as the alleged killing of two victims during the operation.
- INEC Extends PVC Collection Ahead of Osun Governorship Election
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has extended the collection of Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs) for the August 15 Osun State governorship election until July 31. INEC Chairman, Prof. Joash Amupitan, assured stakeholders that the commission was fully prepared for the poll, insisting that the election would be decided by votes and not violence.
- Adeleke Campaign Demands Release of Arrested Supporters
The campaign team of Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke has called for the immediate release of supporters allegedly arrested ahead of the state’s governorship election. Speaking in Abuja after visiting the Force Intelligence Response Team headquarters, campaign spokesperson Pelumi Olajengbesi alleged that more than 86 supporters had been arrested across the state without lawful justification.
- Peller, Jarvis Seal Love With Civil Wedding Ahead of White Wedding
Popular TikTok personalities Hamzat Habeeb Adelaja, popularly known as Peller, and Amadou Elizabeth Aminata, known as Jarvis, have officially tied the knot in a civil wedding ceremony. The couple formalised their union on Wednesday as part of preparations for their white wedding scheduled to hold on August 1, 2026. Their court wedding has continued to attract congratulatory messages from fans and colleagues across the entertainment industry.
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