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By Kolawole Omotola Olaide As Nigerians begin a new day, several major developments across politics, security, the economy, and public affairs continue to dominate national conversations. Here are ten key stories shaping the country’s headlines this Thursday. 1. Senate Demands Immediate Rescue of Abducted Oyo Schoolchildren The Senate has strongly condemned the recent abduction of pupils, teachers, and a toddler in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State. Lawmakers described the incident as a direct attack on the nation’s future and urged security agencies to intensify efforts to secure the victims’ freedom. 2. Owo Church Attack Convicts Sentenced to Death…

By Asiwaju Dele Taiwo “Ọ̀pẹ̀kẹ́tẹ̀ ń dagba, inú adámu ń bàjẹ́.”… As the palm tree rises higher, the palm-wine tapper becomes troubled. In the same way, your progress, success, and elevation may make some close friends, relatives, colleagues, or even partners uncomfortable. Don’t slow down or shrink yourself to please others. Keep growing, keep winning, and stay focused on your purpose. Remember: Ẹniyan kò ní bò ìwọ̀n rere; Ọlọ́run ní mọ̀nà. No one can stop the blessings God has prepared for you. ADT Cares

By Kolawole Omotola Olaide The Oyo State Police Command has stepped up efforts to secure the release of the younger sister of former Minister of Power, , and her two children following their abduction in Ibadan. The victims, identified as Mrs. Busayo John-Paul and her 12-year-old twin sons, Peter and Paul, were reportedly kidnapped by armed men on Wednesday morning while heading to school along the Ring Road area of the Oyo State capital. Security sources revealed that the vehicle in which the family was travelling was later recovered, prompting an intensive search operation by police tactical units and other…

By Peter Omopo Fresh concerns over the worsening security situation in Oyo State have emerged following the abduction of the wife and twin children of the younger brother of former Minister of Power and All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship aspirant, Adebayo Adelabu. The victims were reportedly kidnapped on Wednesday in the Challenge area of Ibadan South-West Local Government Area of Oyo State. Details surrounding the incident remained unclear as of the time of filing this report, with security agencies yet to issue an official statement on the circumstances of the abduction or efforts being made to secure the victims’ release.…

By Asiwaju Dele Taiwo “Bí a gún ìyán nínú ewé, tá a se ọbẹ̀ nínú ẹ̀pò ẹ̀pà, ẹni máa yó, á yó.”… Even when resources are scarce and life seems unfair, those who remain diligent, hopeful, and focused will still find fulfilment. In society, people start from different backgrounds, but success is not always determined by wealth or privilege. It is often shaped by perseverance, character, and purpose. ADT Cares

By Jimmy Fatunbi Public primary and secondary schools across Oyo State were shut on Monday as teachers complied with a directive by the Nigeria Union of Teachers to begin a nationwide protest over the continued captivity of pupils and teachers abducted from schools in Ahoro-Esienle and Yawota communities in Oriire Local Government Area of the state. The protest coincided with demonstrations in Oyo and Ogun states, where residents, civil society groups and labour activists demanded the immediate release of the abductees and urged governments at all levels to intensify efforts to tackle insecurity. Academic activities were suspended in public schools…

By Jimmy Fatunbi Six members of the House of Representatives from Oyo State on Tuesday announced their defection from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the Allied Peoples Movement (APM), a move seen as a boost to the political camp of Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde. The lawmakers formally declared their new political affiliation during plenary at the House of Representatives, presided over by Speaker Tajudeen Abbas, following the Sallah recess. The defecting lawmakers are Anthony Adebayo, Adedeji Olajide, Sunday Makanjuola, Oyedeji Oyeshina, Fola Oyekunle, and Adigun Adekunle. In separate letters read on the floor of the House, the legislators…

By Kolawole Omotola Olaide Governor of Oyo State has disclosed that more than 200 operatives of the state-owned security outfit, , have lost their lives while battling criminal activities across the state. Makinde made the revelation during a visit to families of victims abducted from three schools in the Oriire area of Ogbomoso on May 15. The governor expressed concern over the worsening security situation and called for collective efforts to tackle the challenge. According to him, insecurity should not be politicised, stressing that all levels of government and citizens must work together to secure the release of the kidnapped…

By Mathew Dadiya Nigeria’s oldest newspaper, the Daily Times of Nigeria (DTN), will mark a rare milestone on June 1, 2026 (tomorrow) as the revered newspaper, founded on June 1, 1926, clocks 100 years in grand style. Marking the centenary celebrations, the Management of DTN will hold a press conference on Monday (tomorrow) at the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) Secretariat in Utako, Abuja, with a theme titled : “Daily Times is 100 years tomorrow—celebrating 100 years of fearless journalism, championing the future 1926-2026.” The DTN management led by the publisher, Fidelis Anosike, will unveil a year-long calendar of activities:…

By Jimmy Fatunbi Tragedy struck Ogoloma community in Okrika Local Government Area of Rivers State on Saturday as a 16-year-old boy drowned while swimming with friends in a river. The victim, identified as Miebaka Koko, had reportedly gone swimming with three friends at Derock Waterside in Ogoloma when he was swept away by a strong current. Eyewitnesses said the boy’s friends rushed out of the water to seek help after noticing that he was struggling. Speaking on the incident, the Sector Commander of the Civilian Joint Task Force in Okrika LGA, Igwe Godswill, blamed the tragedy on the increased depth…