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By Peter Omopo September 6, 2025 | Benin City The Edo State Police Command has confirmed the rescue of 16 passengers abducted by kidnappers along the Benin-Auchi Road on Friday. Police spokesperson, Moses Yamu, disclosed the development in a statement on Saturday, noting that efforts are ongoing to free others still held captive. The incident, which occurred around 4:30 p.m. on Friday, involved passengers travelling in an Edoline bus and a Toyota Corolla car. A viral video from the scene showed the abandoned vehicles, with the narrator reporting that about 18 travellers had been forced into the bush by gunmen.…

By Peter Omopo The leadership crisis rocking the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP) deepened on Friday as a factional chairman in Kano, Senator Jibrin Doguwa, dismissed the reported expulsion of former lawmaker Abdulmumin Jibrin from the party, describing it as “illegal and without legitimacy.” Doguwa spoke in an exclusive interview with Saturday PUNCH, shortly after the Kwankwasiyya-led faction of the party announced Jibrin’s removal. The factional chairman, Hashim Dungurawa, had accused Jibrin of anti-party activities and failure to pay mandatory dues, citing these as grounds for the expulsion. But Doguwa insisted the decision carried no weight. “I am the legitimate…

By Peter Omopo September 6, 2025 The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has restated its commitment to the welfare and morale of personnel on the frontlines, urging them to remain vigilant in the fight against banditry and insurgency. The assurance was given during the commissioning of worship centres and other projects at the 4135 Force Protection Wing in Birnin Gwari, Kaduna State, on September 3. The newly commissioned facilities include worship centres for both Christian and Muslim personnel, a mini-mart, and a quarter guard stand. The projects were executed under the directive of the Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air…

By Peter Omopo September 6, 2025 Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of Ondo State has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to justice for victims of the June 5, 2022 Owo terrorist attack, where 41 worshippers at St. Francis Catholic Church were killed and many others injured. Speaking on Saturday at the 15th Episcopal Anniversary and 35th Priestly Ordination Anniversary of Bishop Jude Arogundade of the Ondo Catholic Diocese, Aiyedatiwa assured that his government would continue to stand with survivors and families of the victims. “Security agencies, through joint federal and state efforts, have arrested suspects linked to the attack, including Idris Omeiza, Al-Quasim…

By Peter Omopo September 6, 2025 U.S. immigration authorities have arrested 475 people, including more than 300 South Koreans, during a raid on a Hyundai Motor–LG Energy Solution joint battery plant under construction in Ellabell, Georgia. The operation, carried out on Thursday, was described by Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) as the largest single-site raid under President Donald Trump’s ongoing immigration crackdown. HSI special agent Steven Schrank told reporters that the arrests followed a months-long criminal investigation into “unlawful employment practices and serious federal crimes.” He stressed that the action was “not a random immigration roundup,” but a targeted probe into…

By Peter Omopo September 6, 2025 Former Labour Party governorship candidate in Lagos State, Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour, has officially joined the African Democratic Congress (ADC), strengthening an opposition coalition aimed at challenging the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) in the 2027 general elections. Rhodes-Vivour announced his defection at an event in Lagos on Saturday, describing the move as part of a broader effort to unite opposition parties under one platform. “I am happy to become part of this family. I’m looking forward to the union and governance that this party will bring to Nigerians. My prayer is that God will grant…

By Peter Omopo September 6, 2025 The Nollywood community has been thrown into mourning as popular actor Ibrahim Chatta announced the death of his Godson on Saturday. The 54-year-old actor broke the news in a post on his Instagram page, where he shared a photo of the deceased boy alongside an emotional tribute. “Inna lillahi wa inna ilayhi raji’un. Ya Allah, You are the Knower of all things. Rest on, Dear Godson, champ,” Chatta wrote. While he did not disclose the circumstances surrounding his son’s death, the post immediately drew an outpouring of condolences from colleagues, fans, and well-wishers across…

By Peter Omopo / September 6, 2025 New medical breakthroughs are providing fresh hope for millions of older adults living with hearing loss, as researchers unveil innovative treatments designed specifically for geriatric patients. According to health experts, advances in regenerative medicine, gene therapy, and advanced hearing technologies are transforming care for age-related hearing decline. Experimental treatments focusing on the regeneration of damaged inner-ear hair cells are showing promising results in clinical trials, while gene-based therapies are being explored to address hereditary forms of hearing impairment. In addition, next-generation hearing aids and cochlear implants are becoming more sophisticated, offering better sound…

By Peter Omopo / September 6, 2025 Health experts have emphasized that lifestyle choices and timely medical intervention play a crucial role in protecting hearing health among aging populations. Rising cases of age-related hearing loss have raised concerns globally, with specialists warning that the condition, if left unaddressed, can lead to social isolation, cognitive decline, and reduced quality of life. According to audiologists, adopting healthier lifestyles—such as maintaining balanced diets, avoiding excessive noise exposure, exercising regularly, and managing chronic conditions like diabetes and hypertension—can significantly reduce the risk of hearing deterioration in older adults. They also stressed the importance of…

By Peter Omopo September 6, 2025 | Yenagoa Governor Douye Diri of Bayelsa State has carried out an inspection tour of the ongoing Ekeremo–Nooro–Agge Road project, reaffirming his administration’s commitment to delivering critical infrastructure across the state. The inspection, which took place on Saturday, is part of the governor’s regular monitoring of projects aimed at boosting intra-state connectivity, economic development, and access to coastal communities. Diri, who was accompanied by senior government officials and project engineers, said the road—stretching through difficult terrain—would open up new opportunities for trade, agriculture, and social interaction once completed. He assured residents that his administration…