From fresh security operations in Enugu and Anambra to renewed political fireworks involving Atiku Abubakar, the PDP and the Presidency, the first Monday of August comes with major developments across the country. Here are the top headlines making the rounds in Nigeria today.
- Security Operatives Hunt Gunmen After Church Abduction in Enugu
A joint security team in Enugu State has launched a manhunt for armed men who allegedly abducted three worshippers during a church service in Inoyi, Affa Community, Udi Local Government Area. The operation involves police officers, Forest Guards and members of the Neighbourhood Watch Group.
- Atiku Blasts Presidency Over Attack on Cardinal Onaiyekan, Catholic Church
African Democratic Congress (ADC) presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, has criticised the Presidency for attacking the Catholic Church and Cardinal John Onaiyekan. According to him, the Tinubu administration responded to constructive criticism with intimidation instead of addressing the concerns raised by the cleric.
- Wike Camp Says INEC Has Ended Doubts Over PDP’s 2027 Participation
The faction of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) loyal to FCT Minister Nyesom Wike says INEC’s publication of the party’s presidential candidate has finally put to rest speculation that the PDP would be excluded from the 2027 presidential election.
- Female Motorist Dies in Lone Crash in Lagos
A woman has lost her life after reportedly losing control of her Toyota Sienna and crashing into a roadside building at Mongoro, inward Ile-Zik, Lagos. The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) confirmed the fatal accident on Sunday.
- Anambra Security Outfit Destroys Gunmen’s Camps, Recovers Rocket Launchers
The Agunechemba Security Squad says it has dismantled suspected criminal camps in Orumba North and Orumba South Local Government Areas of Anambra State. Security operatives recovered several weapons, including two General Purpose Machine Guns and locally fabricated rocket launchers.
- Army Officer, Policeman Killed as Gunmen Abduct Scores in Zamfara
Gunmen reportedly abducted several residents during an attack on Kasuwar Daji village in Kaura Namoda Local Government Area of Zamfara State. An army officer and a police officer were killed during the attack, while an eyewitness claimed more than 70 people were taken away.
- NDLEA Intercepts Cocaine Hidden in Mortar, Backpack Bound for China, Italy
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) says it intercepted cocaine concealed inside a local mortar and the false bottom of a backpack meant for export to China and Italy. Four suspects were also arrested in separate operations across the country.
- Kwankwaso Welcomes APC Defectors Into NDC in Kano
Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) vice-presidential candidate, Senator Rabiu Kwankwaso, has received a group of defectors from the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Madobi Local Government Area of Kano State, describing the development as encouraging for the party.
- Nigeria Finishes Seventh at 2026 Commonwealth Games
Team Nigeria ended its campaign at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow in seventh position on the medals table. The country won 24 medals—10 gold, seven silver and seven bronze—to emerge as Africa’s highest-ranked nation at the Games.
- Defence Minister Reveals Mother Sold Akara, Akamu to Raise Family
Minister of Defence, Christopher Musa, has revealed that his mother sold akara and akamu to support the family while he was growing up. He urged Nigerians not to look down on petty traders, saying their hard work deserves respect and recognition.
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