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Three Ansaru terrorists linked to Oriire abductions get life jail

Justice Salim Ibrahim delivered the ruling against Abdulrazak Umar, alias Abu Khalifa/Abu Khalid; Yunusa Musa, alias Yunusa Bin Musa; and Shamsu Adamu Sani, alias Abu Itisar, after they pleaded guilty to several terrorism-related charges brought by the Department of State Services (DSS). The defendants were accused of belonging to Darul Salam, a proscribed group linked to Ansaru, and of working with bandits who abducted pupils and teachers in Oriire. They faced a 10‑count charge bordering on terrorism, kidnapping, concealment of information and incitement through extremist religious ideology. Court documents showed that Umar, in particular, admitted guilt to counts involving training and instructing terror group members via messaging platforms and pushing radical ideology. Justice Ibrahim invoked the maximum penalty of life imprisonment on key counts after the three men admitted being part of the network behind the high‑profile Oriire school kidnappings. […]

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Oyo students, teachers rescue: How security agents weakened terrorists

Security agencies have revealed how sustained pressure operations weakened the terrorists who abducted students and teachers in Oyo State and forced them to release their captives. Authorities said the rescue followed weeks of coordinated efforts on land and in the air. The pupils and teachers were among those kidnapped during attacks on schools in Oriire Local Government Area in May. According to official statements, troops, police and other security units mounted intense operations across suspected hideouts and blocked escape routes used by the terrorists. Security sources said several suspected terrorists and informants linked to the abductions were arrested during the manhunt. They explained that the arrests, combined with constant pressure on their camps, disrupted the kidnappers’ logistics and made it harder for them to move or hide.premiumtimesng+2 The Nigerian Army noted that intelligence‑led raids and surveillance flights helped identify locations […]

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Oyo abduction bandits threaten to kill pupils if troops advance

Nigeria’s Minister of Defence Christopher Musa says bandits who abducted pupils and teachers from schools in Oyo State threatened to kill their captives if troops moved any closer to their camp.guardian+2 Musa disclosed this while giving an update on the rescue efforts for dozens of pupils and teachers taken during coordinated attacks on schools in Oriire Local Government Area. He said the terrorists warned that any attempt by the military to advance on their location would lead to the execution of some of the children.premiumtimesng+1 According to the minister the threat forced security agencies to adjust their tactics so as not to endanger the hostages. He explained that operations on the ground focused on blocking escape routes gathering intelligence and using caution instead of a direct assault that could provoke the abductors.punchng+1 Musa also confirmed that the kidnappers demanded the […]

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Air Force Pledges Commitment to Safe Rescue of Abducted Oyo School Victims

The Nigerian Air Force has pledged its full commitment to the safe rescue of all pupils, students and teachers abducted from schools in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State. The pledge came as federal and state security agencies intensified rescue operations in the affected forest areas. The Defence Headquarters confirmed that the Chief of Defence Staff, General Olufemi Oluyede, has ordered the deployment of special forces and aerial surveillance assets to Oyo State to support ongoing rescue efforts and restore security in the affected communities. Intelligence gathering, aerial surveillance, community engagement and search-and-rescue operations are continuing without interruption, security officials disclosed. Ongoing operations have already generated actionable intelligence while troops intensified efforts to track down the kidnappers and secure the safe release of the victims. The Inspector-General of Police, Tunji Disu, has deployed additional detectives from Force Headquarters to […]

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Biola Adebayo, ID Cabasa, Others Decry Insecurity, Kidnappings

Several Nigerian celebrities, including Biola Adebayo, ID Cabasa, Toyin Abraham, Kunle Remi, Ruth Kadiri, KieKie and Spyro, have condemned the rising insecurity and kidnappings across Nigeria, accusing the government of inaction. Following the abduction of schoolchildren and the beheading of a teacher in Oyo State on May 15, 2026, these celebrities have voiced outrage over the nation's worsening security crisis. Many expressed fear for citizens' safety and lamented that Nigerians are becoming desensitized to violence. Popular music producer Olumide Ogunade, known as ID Cabasa, said in an emotional video that Nigerians have "gotten used to evil" and have adjusted to the darkness covering the country. He criticized the government for not taking action and noted that people divide along political, religious, ethnic and tribal lines instead of uniting against violence. Biola Adebayo noted the heartbreaking reality that parents don't know […]

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Biola Adebayo, ID Cabasa, Others Decry Insecurity, Kidnappings

Several Nigerian celebrities, including Biola Adebayo, ID Cabasa, Toyin Abraham, Kunle Remi, Ruth Kadiri, KieKie and Spyro, have condemned the rising insecurity and kidnappings across Nigeria, accusing the government of inaction. Following the abduction of schoolchildren and the beheading of a teacher in Oyo State on May 15, 2026, these celebrities have voiced outrage over the nation's worsening security crisis. Many expressed fear for citizens' safety and lamented that Nigerians are becoming desensitized to violence. Popular music producer Olumide Ogunade, known as ID Cabasa, said in an emotional video that Nigerians have "gotten used to evil" and have adjusted to the darkness covering the country. He criticized the government for not taking action and noted that people divide along political, religious, ethnic and tribal lines instead of uniting against violence. Biola Adebayo noted the heartbreaking reality that parents don't know […]

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Oyo Abductions: Parents Reject Rice, Cash, Demand Release of Kidnapped Children

Families of pupils and teachers abducted by bandits in Oyo State have rejected rice and money brought by government officials, insisting that their only priority is the safe return of their children. The relatives turned down the relief items during a meeting with state representatives, saying they could not accept food and cash while their loved ones remain in the hands of kidnappers. “They brought rice and money, but the parents turned it down. They said their priority is the safe return of their children,” a community leader close to the affected families explained. The abductions occurred during a brutal attack on schools in Oriire Local Government Area, where dozens of pupils and staff of Community High School were taken into the forest. Among the victims are children, teachers, and a school principal, who has since pleaded for help in […]

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Actress Opeyemi Aiyeola Calls for Public Outcry Over Abduction in Oyo

Nollywood actress Opeyemi Aiyeola has called on Nigerians to raise their voices and demand action following the abduction of pupils and teachers in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State. The abduction happened on Friday when armed men on motorcycles attacked three schools in the area. The schools targeted were Baptist Nursery and Primary School in Yawota Community High School in Ahoro-Esinele and L A Primary School around 9 30 in the morning. About 45 pupils were reported kidnapped during the attack. The victims were taken by terrorists who deceived residents into believing they were security operatives deployed to protect the schools. Distress videos of the abducted teachers and pupils surfaced online on Sunday causing outrage across Nigeria. The videos prompted the Senate Yoruba leaders and security stakeholders to demand the urgent rescue of the victims. In one of the […]

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99 Percent Northern Bandits Are Nigerians

Security and intelligence analyst Yahuza Getso has stated that 99 percent of bandits operating in Nigeria's North-West and North-Central regions are Nigerian citizens. Speaking on Channels Television, Getso noted that the authorities are aware of their identities and locations, emphasizing that most of these criminals are not hiding in remote or hard-to-reach places. His comments follow nationwide outrage after recent attacks, including the abduction of 25 schoolgirls in Kebbi State and the killing of Brigadier General Musa Uba in Borno. Getso suggested that security agencies have the intelligence needed but must act effectively to address the situation. He stressed that increased boldness among bandits and insurgents highlights the urgent need for stronger responses and better counterterrorism strategies in Nigeria.

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Shettima Visits Kebbi as Tinubu Pledges Rescue of Abducted Students

President Bola Tinubu has asked Vice President Kashim Shettima to visit Kebbi State and offer assurances to families affected by the recent kidnapping of schoolgirls. The visit follows a deadly attack at Government Girls Comprehensive Senior Secondary School, Maga, where 25 students were abducted and the vice principal was killed. Tinubu pledged that the government is committed to the quick and safe return of the abducted students. He also expressed condolences for the fallen soldiers, emphasizing that security forces need support from local communities to address rising security challenges. He called on Nigerians to share useful information to help the police and military keep communities safe. The Chief of Army Staff has ordered troops to intensify day-and-night operations, using local intelligence to rescue the girls and bring lasting peace to the region. Collaboration with local hunters and vigilantes is seen […]

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