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Police bust kidnapping syndicate, recover GPMG in Gombe

Gombe State Police Command, with hunters, neutralized two kidnappers, arrested seven, and recovered a General Purpose Machine Gun. The syndicate confessed to receiving N150 million in ransoms. Read the full details.

Daughter of Ibadan G.O., JCI President Kidnapped

Ibukun Otesile, 2025 JCI Ibadan Elite President and daughter of Jesus Is King Ministries G.O., was kidnapped in Akobo. Police confirm investigation as CAN calls for urgent action.

Osimhen, Irfan Can Clash in Istanbul Derby Warm-Up

Galatasaray's Victor Osimhen was involved in a pre-match clash with Fenerbahce goalkeeper Irfan Can Egribayat, setting the tone for a tense 1-1 draw. Get the full details of the incident and match analysis here.

No Contact from Papiri School Kidnappers - CAN

Niger CAN chairman confirms no communication from kidnappers who abducted 315 from St Mary's Catholic School. 265 pupils and teachers remain missing after 50 escaped. Parents traumatized.

Doctors, Nurses in Gombe Receive FP/LARCS Training

Gombe healthcare professionals complete intensive 5-day training on Family Planning Long-Acting Reversible Contraceptives to improve maternal and child health outcomes across the state.

Police Doubt 50 Students' Escape in Niger

Niger State Police cannot verify CAN's report that 50 abducted Catholic school students escaped. Commissioner confirms only night-of-attack escapes verified. Read latest updates.

Police Debunk False Church Attack Report in Gombe

Gombe State Police Command refutes claims of ECWA Church attack in Kashere, confirms officers were stationed throughout the day. Authorities vow to investigate misinformation source.

50 Niger Schoolchildren Escape Kidnappers

Fifty abducted children from St. Mary's Catholic School in Niger State have escaped captors. Over 250 students and staff remain missing following Friday's mass kidnapping. CAN confirms details.

Niger School Abductions: Missing Now 315

The number of abducted pupils and teachers from St. Mary's schools in Niger State rises to 315. CAN Chairman denies receiving any prior security warning. Read the latest updates.

227 Abducted in Niger School Attack - CAN

CAN confirms 227 students and teachers kidnapped from St. Mary's Catholic School in Niger State. Authorities working to secure safe release amid growing security concerns.

Police foil vessel attack in Lagos, arrest 7 suspects

Port Authority Police in Lagos arrested seven suspects attempting to board a Liberian-flagged vessel using a bamboo pole with a steel hook. The marine unit intercepted them during a routine patrol near PTML terminal.

FRSC Debunks Viral NYSC Crash Report in Gombe

Federal Road Safety Corps confirms no road crash involving NYSC members in Gombe State. Police and NYSC officials dismiss viral panic messages as false. Read full details.

16 NYSC Members Die in Gombe Road Crash

Tragedy as 16 prospective NYSC corps members from Adeyemi University die in a fatal road accident in Gombe. Two survivors in critical condition. Investigation ongoing.

Northern CAN condemns attacks in Kwara, Borno, Kebbi

Northern CAN condemns recent attacks in Kwara, Borno, and Kebbi states, calling for intensified security operations and justice for victims of violence against worshippers and military personnel.

CAN: Christian Genocide Ongoing in Northern Nigeria

Christian Association of Nigeria insists systematic genocide against Christians continues in Northern regions. Archbishop Okoh demands government action amid rising violence and displacement.

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