Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, has said that the rescue of abducted School children and their teachers showed the gallant bravery of the nation’s security agencies in ensuring the safety of the citizens.

The pupils and teachers of Community Grammar School, Ahoro-Esinele; LA Primary School; and Baptist Nursery and Primary School, Yawota, were abducted on 15 May 2026 and held captive for 56 days before they were rescued on Friday by a combined security team.

The National Industrial Court sitting in Abuja has barred police officers who are not employed in the Specialist Legal Cadre from representing the Nigeria Police Force in civil proceedings, even if they are qualified legal practitioners.

The Labour Party, LP, has unveiled Hajja Bintu Konto as its vice-presidential candidate for the 2027 general election.

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada has updated its travel frameworks to clarify the specific entry documentation international visitors need based on their nationality and mode of transport.

Security personnel prevented members of the media from gaining entry as tight security measures remained in place around the hospital.

The Sultan of Sokoto and President-General of the Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs, Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar III, has described the rescue of the 44 persons in the old Oyo National Park as a renewed source of hope for Nigeria in the fight against insecurity.

Alausa congratulated President Tinubu on what he described as an important achievement, applauding the President’s leadership and determination to ensure that every available resource was deployed until the abducted pupils and teachers regained their freedom.

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