June 13, (THEWILL) — Tragedy struck in Katsina State on Saturday after the state government confirmed that retired Major General Rabe Abubakar had died while being held captive by armed kidnappers, in a disturbing incident that has further exposed the worsening insecurity crisis and growing threat of banditry across northern Nigeria. The Katsina State Government […] The post BREAKING: Retired Military General Dies in Kidnappers’ Captivity appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.

The answer is simple. The insecurity that is tragedy for villagers is business cost for illegal miners. They simply add bandit bribes to operating expenses. The villager pays with blood. The miner pays with cash. The terrorist collects from both.

‎The Anambra State Government has demolished a collapsed three-storey building under construction in Umuoji, Idemili North Local Government Area, near Onitsha. The demolition is an effort to strengthen compliance with building regulations and protect lives and property. ‎The demolition was carried out on Friday by the Ministry of Physical Planning and Urban Development following technical assessments that […] Anambra doubles down on unsafe construction sites, demolishes failed building near Onitsha

Nigerian Army troops have destroyed a terrorist camp and rescued three kidnapped victims in ongoing operations across Zamfara. Read more on the successful Read More: https://punchng.com/soldiers-destroy-terrorist-camp-rescue-three-hostages-in-zamfara/

United States striker, Folarin Balogun, scored twice in their 4-1 victory over Paraguay in their opening match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup on Saturday. Balogun found the net in the 31st minute before adding a second just before half-time. His first-half brace also saw him become the first American player in 96 years to score […] 2026 World Cup: Nigerian-born striker, Balogun makes history as USA beats Paraguay

Ghana government addresses FIFA over Thomas Partey's visa denial for the 2026 World Cup. Partey will miss the match against Panama due to Canadian immigration issues

Operatives of the Department of State Services, DSS, have arrested a suspected arms courier in Kano State allegedly transporting weapons intended for delivery to a notorious bandit leader operating in Zamfara. An operational report made available to the News Agency of Nigeria, NAN, in Abuja on Saturday, said the suspect was apprehended on Friday in Gezawa Local […] DSS intercepts arms shipment bound for bandit kingpin

Blessing Fubara, NDC governorship candidate, asserts no political godfather influences his 2027 ambition, focusing instead on the future of Rivers State.

Retired Major General Rabe Abubakar, a former Director of Defence Information, has reportedly been killed while in captivity after being abducted by bandits in Katsina State. The Katsina State Commissioner for Internal Security and Home Affairs, Dr. Nasir Mu’azu Danmusa, confirmed the development on Saturday, according to reports. Danmusa said, “security authorities had received information […] BREAKING: Retired Major General Rabe Abubakar reportedly killed by bandits

July 4, the start date of the national funeral, will coincide with the United States' Independence Day, which this year celebrates its 250th anniversary. The post Iran’s late supreme leader Ali Khamenei to be buried July 9 – State TV appeared first on Vanguard News.

The incident occurred on Friday, June 12, 2026, at about 2:30 PM when a group of armed bandits barricaded the Katsina-Kankara Road at Tashar Kanya Village in Kankara Local Government Area. The post Police Foil Bandits Kidnap Plot, Rescue Nine Victims In Katsina appeared first on Channels Television.

The Katsina State Government has announced the death of retired Major General Rabe Abubakar while in the custody of bandits, describing the incident as a tragic loss to his family, the state, and the nation. LEADERSHIP reports that retired General Rabe was one-time Director of Defence Information (DDI) at the Defence Headquarters (DHQ) of Nigeria. […]

Former Kano State Governor and vice presidential candidate of the Nigerian Democratic Congress, NDC, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso on Friday met with the presidential candidate of the NDC, Mr Peter Obi, at his Abuja residence. Kwankwaso disclosed this in a post via his X handle on Saturday, stating that the meeting was focused on productive discussions on key partisan […] Kwankwaso reveals details of closed door meeting with Peter Obi

The Nollywood industry was thrown into mourning on Friday night, June 12, 2026, following the death of veteran actor, dramatist, director, and academic Professor Kola Oyewo at the age of 80. His passing was confirmed by his son, Adetoyese Oyewo, and actor Kunle Afod, prompting an outpouring of tributes from colleagues, students, and fans who […] The post From Saworoide to Koseegbe: 5 classic films we will always remember late Kola Oyewo for appeared first on WITHIN NIGERIA.

Katsina State Police Command successfully foiled a kidnap attempt on Katsina–Kankara highway, rescuing nine victims. Search for two missing persons ongoing Read More: https://punchng.com/police-foil-kidnap-attempt-rescue-nine-victims-in-katsina/

Zamfara State First Lady, Hajiya Huriyya Dauda Lawal, has vowed to sustain advocacy for girl-child education and support empowerment for women in the State. Huriyya Dauda, who spoke through a statement signed by her Press Secretary, Rabi Yusuf, on Saturday, said the First Lady has become the State’s most vocal advocate for the protection and […]

By Obaloluwa Joshua, LAGOS  Achraf Hakimi has expressed confidence in Morocco’s readiness ahead of their Group C showdown with Brazil at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Prompt News Online reports. The Atlas Lions will kick off their campaign against Carlo Ancelotti’s star-studded Brazil side on Saturday night in one of the tournament’s most anticipated opening [...]

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"The atmosphere was absolutely electric. Our incarcerated nationals were ecstatic. Happiness renewed; hope renewed," she said.

The governor disclosed this in Awka on Friday during the third anniversary celebration of the Eighth Anambra House of Assembly. The post Insecurity: More soldiers to be deployed in Anambra soon – Soludo appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The outreach programme, which forms part of NYSC's commitment to community development and grassroots healthcare delivery, attracted a large turnout of community members who benefited from free medical consultations, health screenings and the distribution of prescribed medications.

The protesters said Governor Fubara has betrayed the trust of Rivers people who stood by him during the political crisis in the oil-rich state. The post ‘Work for Rivers people or resign,’ protesters tell Fubara appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Operatives of the Department of State Services (DSS) have arrested a suspected arms courier in Kano State allegedly transporting weapons intended for delivery to a notorious bandit leader operating in Zamfara. The post DSS intercepts arms shipment bound for bandit kingpin, nabs suspect appeared first on Vanguard News.

A Nigerian man was arrested in Turkey for allegedly defrauding a Hong Kong dentist of $2.5 million in a sophisticated romance scam. Read the full details. Read More: https://punchng.com/nigerian-arrested-in-turkey-over-2-5m-romance-scam/

Peter Obi states that Nigeria elections are rigged because citizens fail to protect their votes. Learn how active participation can ensure credible polls. Read More: https://punchng.com/video-elections-are-rigged-because-nigerians-allow-it-obi/

Having sealed legend status at PSG and become an increasingly influential figure in the Brazil dressing room, Marquinhos said he was well aware of the scale of the challenge that lies ahead, the responsibility that he must shoulder and the opportunity to write his name into World Cup history. The post This Might Be My Last Chance To Write My Name In World Cup’s History — Marquinhos appeared first on Channels Television.

“But true and lasting security is anchored on one critical element: the defeat of ignorance and the conquest of hopelessness. The post Lasting security begins with defeating ignorance, hopelessness — Defence minister appeared first on Vanguard News.

  Connect Nigeria is marking Nigeria’s Democracy Day in style with a special flash sale; Buy One, Get… This article Connect Nigeria Launches Democracy Day Flash Sale appeared first on Connectnigeria Articles.

A rotting body was found in the trunk of a car parked near the stadium where Iran's World Cup football team is training in Mexico, AFP journalists at the scene reported Friday. The post Corpse discovered near Iran team’s World Cup training venue appeared first on Vanguard News.

According to him, the fuel support initiative was aimed at boosting the productivity and income of beneficiaries by reducing their daily operating expenses.

Musicians no longer have to spend days or even weeks coming up with ideas for promo materials; they can create videos based on any concept or their album cover art The post Create album promotion videos with an AI video generator appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The Ondo Police Command said as part of the ongoing operation, vehicles found without approved registration number plates, vehicles displaying covered or obscured number plates, and those with altered or defaced registration details will be contravened, impounded where necessary and subjected to the appropriate legal processes as stipulated by law.

The 2026 FIFA World Cup opening ceremony took place on Friday night, 12 June 2026, at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles, United States, starting the tournament jointly hosted by the United States, Mexico, and Canada. The ceremony featured a large multi-artist line-up drawn from Afrobeats, K-pop, Latin pop, and American hip-hop, with performances tied to […]

Nigeria military of Sector 2, Operation FANSAN YAMMA, have neutralised two terrorists, rescued three kidnapped victims and recovered arms and other items during separate operations in Zurmi and Shinkafi Local Government Areas of Zamfara State. This was made known in a statement by Lieutenant Colonel Olaniyi Osoba, Acting Deputy Director, Army Public Relations, 8 Division […] Troops eliminate terrorists, rescue three kidnapped victims in Zamfara

Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke, has fired a warning shot at the lawmaker representing Osun East, Senator Francis Fadahunsi, saying the All Progressives Congress (APC) chieftain will not win in 2027 without his backing. OSUN DEFENDER reports that Senator Fadahunsi, who was elected under the Peoples Democratic Party in 2023, defected to the APC […] The post 2027: Adeleke Fires Warning Shot At Fadahunsi, Claims Credit For 2023 Senate Victory appeared first on OsunDefender.

The protest against the rising insecurity across Nigeria continued Saturday morning in Abuja, as demonstrators gathered in large numbers at the Karu Bridge, for the fourth day in a row. Demonstrations were heard chanting “APC must go, bring back our children” as they demanded urgent government action over the killings and kidnappings going on across […] Insecurity: Tinubu, APC must go protest continues in Abuja for fourth day