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Oyo PDP Set for Grand Walk in Honour of Late Political Icon Lamidi Adedibu

The Oyo State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has announced plans for a major solidarity walk to commemorate the 18th anniversary of the death of its revered political leader, Alhaji Lamidi Ariyibi Adedibu.

The event, scheduled for June 17, 2027, is expected to draw thousands of party faithful and supporters from across the state in a show of unity and loyalty to the ideals of the late Ibadan political strongman.

Leading the procession is the party’s governorship candidate, Alhaji Hazeem Gbolarumi, whose involvement is seen as part of ongoing efforts to strengthen the party’s structure and consolidate support ahead of the 2027 elections.

According to the Secretary of the Oyo PDP Planning and Strategy Committee, Hon. Rotimi Ajumobi, the walk is designed to celebrate Adedibu’s enduring contributions to the growth of the PDP and politics in Oyo State.

“Baba remained committed to the PDP throughout his lifetime, and this gathering is a reminder that his political philosophy and leadership legacy continue to inspire generations of party members,” Ajumobi said.

The procession will begin at 10 a.m. from the University of Ibadan Gate and proceed to Adedibu’s residence in Molete, where tributes and commemorative activities are expected to take place.

Organisers have urged participants from all 33 local government areas of the state to wear white clothing to reflect solidarity, peace, and unity within the party.

Sources within the PDP disclosed that several party leaders, political associates, and traditional rulers are expected to grace the occasion as the party honours one of its most influential figures.

The event is anticipated to serve not only as a remembrance gathering but also as a demonstration of the PDP’s continued presence and strength in Oyo State's political landscape.

Falana to FG, Governors: Negotiating With Terrorists Is a Criminal Offence

Prominent human rights advocate and Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Femi Falana, has warned the Federal Government and state governors against entering into negotiations with terrorist groups, insisting that such actions could amount to a violation of Nigeria’s anti-terrorism laws.

Falana argued that the country's legal provisions clearly prohibit transactions, agreements or forms of collaboration with designated terrorist organisations, regardless of the circumstances surrounding such engagements.

The legal luminary stated that the Terrorism (Prevention and Prohibition) Act prescribes severe penalties for individuals found guilty of supporting or dealing with terrorist groups, including prison sentences of up to 20 years.

His remarks come amid renewed discussions over the use of negotiations and ransom payments to secure the release of victims abducted by terrorists, bandits and other criminal groups across the country.

Falana maintained that while governments have a duty to protect citizens and ensure the safe return of kidnapped victims, such efforts must be carried out within the limits of the law. He warned that any action capable of strengthening or legitimising terrorist groups could have serious legal implications.

The senior lawyer further urged authorities to focus on intelligence-driven operations, effective law enforcement and the prosecution of criminal elements rather than resorting to measures that may undermine the nation's counter-terrorism framework.

He also called for stricter enforcement of existing laws and greater accountability in the fight against insecurity, stressing that adherence to the rule of law remains crucial in addressing Nigeria’s security challenges.

The comments have added a new dimension to the ongoing debate over the best strategies for tackling terrorism, banditry and mass kidnappings in different parts of the country.

Source: Daily Post

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OYO STATE POLICE COMMAND ARRESTS FIVE SUSPECTED ARMED ROBBERS, RECOVERS FI****MS, AMMUNITION AND CRIMINAL CHARMS

The Oyo State Police Command has recorded another significant breakthrough in its sustained efforts to rid the state of criminal elements and ensure the safety of lives and property.

On the 12th of June, 2026, at about 0100hrs, operatives of the Command, acting on credible intelligence and in furtherance of ongoing intelligence-led operations against violent crimes, stormed the residence of one Surajudeen Babatunde Adio, popularly known as "Surii Ilupeju", located at Gbeku Area, Olodo, Ibadan.

During the operation, five suspected members of a criminal syndicate were apprehended. The suspects are:

1.Ahmed Nafiu, male, 43 years;
2.Olukunmi Olaniyi, male, 36 years;
3.Femi Odeyinde, male, 53 years;
4.Jelili Akinade, male, 50 years; and
5.Muhideen Adio, male, 27 years.

A thorough search conducted during the operation led to the recovery of the following exhibits:

• One Pump-Action Gun;
• One Single-Barrel Cut-to-Size Gun;
• Eight Live Cartridges;
• One Native Bullet-Proof Vest;
• Two Bottles of Suspected Charm-Induced Syrup; and
• Assorted Charms and other incriminating items.

The suspects are currently in Police custody while discreet investigations are ongoing to ascertain the full extent of their involvement in criminal activities and to apprehend other members of the syndicate who may still be at large.

The Commissioner of Police, Oyo State Command CP Abimbola Ayodeji, Olugbenga psc, mnips, reiterates the Command's unwavering commitment to combating armed robbery, cultism, kidnapping and other violent crimes across the state. He further assures residents that intelligence-led operations and targeted raids of identified criminal hideouts will continue until all criminal elements are brought to justice.

Oriyomi 𝗛𝗮𝗺𝘇𝗮𝘁 𝗱𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗸𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝘀𝘂𝘀𝗽𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝗶𝗻 𝗢𝘆𝗼 𝗿𝗼𝗯𝗯𝗲𝗿𝘆 𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗱, 𝗰𝗹𝗮𝗶𝗺𝘀 𝘀𝗺𝗲𝗮𝗿 𝗰𝗮𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗶𝗴𝗻
Oriyomi Hamzat, Accord Party candidate, denies any association with a suspect in the recent Oyo robbery raid, calling the allegations a malicious smear cam...

Names of 136 inmates involved in the Nigerian - Ethiopian Prisoner Transfer Agreement facilitated by Nigeria's Minister of Foreign Affairs, H.E. Mrs Bianca Ojukwu.

1 Anazoba Linus Okigbo
2 Ejike Cyril Edeme
3 Charles Ofor Damijo
4 Nnaemeka Charles Maduagwu
5 Chukwudalu Clinton
6 Eze Paul Oluchi
7 Kingsley Ebuka Udeigbo
8 Okoyeagu Kosisochukwu Leonard
9 Ozoemena Christian Chukwuemeka
10 Ifeanyi Joseph Izuako
11 Ephraim Chetachukwu Onyeanusi
12 Segun Judge Hunkarin
13 John Osahon
14 Chinonso Sabastine Nwankwor
15 Ani Christopher Sunday
16 Kingsley Ikechukwu Nwoke
17 Joakin Uchenna Nwanneneme
18 Chigozie Victor Madu
19 Babatunde Moshood
20 Cajethan Tochukwu Okafor
21 John Obi Simon
22 Charles Igwe
23 Ubaka Walter Ezekwe
24 Onwunali Promise
25 Ogbonna Eric Buchi
26 Chetachi James Uche
27 Peter Imhanlulobe
28 Bobby Martins Chukwuemeka
29 Ogu Promise Ifeanyi
30 Emeka Okoye Chibuzor
31 Sunday Edeh
32 Obinna Joseph
33 Anayo Eva Ejiofor
34 Chinonso Basil
35 Simon Chetachukwu Obed
36 Samuel Arinze Ezemba
37 Remigus Anikwe
38 Adeyemi Abdulrafin Adeyemi
39 Christopher Hope Agboma
40 Oliver Ifeanyi Nweke
41 Nnayelu Obinna Onuohukwu
42 Chibuize Casmir Nnabugwu
43 Loyal Chuks Gabriel
44 Chidi Johnson
45 Celestine Arinze Anajemba
46 Abraham Chizoba Bah
47 Enwerem Wisdom Emeka
48 Kingstar Onuoha Ndu
49 Emeka Adolphus Dunofor
50 Daniel Ibrahim
51 Emmanuel Nnajekwu Onwumaeze
52 Ejimonu Justin Chibuzor
53 Ugochukwu Okpara
54 Ezekwi Chizoba Christopher
55 Onyeabuchi Jude
56 Izuchukwu Peter Uzoukwu
57 Anayo Christopher Okari
58 Felis Prosper Ejim
59 Ifeanyi Timothy Nwaiwu
60 Gideon Chukwuma Ik Wedu
61 Everest Aguguo
62 John Uchechukwu Ugo
63 Obioha Linus Onwuji
64 Okonkwo Joshua Ikedichukwu
65 Christopher Ndu A.
66 Ezekwu Johnson Ide
67 Vincent D**e
68 Amachi Okafor
69 Michael Chibuize
70 Chikezie Luis Okoye
71 Eze Sunday Celestine
72 Ekwutosi Basil Agbomuo
73 Pascal Ikenna Godwin Amanze
74 Alexander Uzochukwu Azalangha
75 Onuoha Joseph Arinze
76 Oparango Chigozie Michael
77 Patrick Tochukwu Amaobi
78 Unachukwu Hossana Ugochukwu
79 Enyeribe Mathew Odoemna
80 Ugwu C. Michael
81 Christian Odinaka Ofuefule
82 Ajani Chikezie
83 Okwudili John Ozongwu
84 Uchegbu Chimeziri Maximus
85 Vitus Ejike Eneh
86 Godwin Onyemachi
87 Nwosu Ifeanyi
88 Chukwuagozie Clement
89 Henry Nwabueze Ojukwu
90 Igwild Sunday Chukwuma
91 Ezeakalu Samson Chibuike
92 Obinna Salvation
93 Omoje Festus Ogiofor
94 Basil Lawrence Igbo
95 Okafor Livinus Edochie
96 Amaefuna Humphrey Amechi
97 Akwaeze Ndubisi Prter
98 Gabriel Odunukwe
99 Okafor Chidiebere Franklin
100 Godwin Chidiebere Oragini
101 Michael Ezekafor
102 Nweke Kaddimma Francis
103 Ononalu Onyeka Daniel
104 Ndubisi Paul
105 Kenenna Anthony
106 Obioha Aloysius A.
107 Binna Iwoha Sampson
108 Ikedigbo Ifeanyi Onyebuchi
109 Stanley Jude Odoh
110 Ezenna Izuchukwu Kingsley
111 Nnaike Ndubisi Batholomew
112 Nhanna Theophilus Ezevuo
113 Ekene Urama
114 Ogwu Philip Ozoemene
115 Nwaduba Ndubisi Samuel
116 Ezeji Patric Uchechukwu
117 Chukwunonso Henry Umuofekwen
118 James Chukwujekwu Mmuozoba
119 Joseph Emeka Okoye
120 Hidozie Osita Sunday
121 Damian Chijioke Agbasianya
122 Emmanuel Ifeanyi
123 Franklin Chisom Amadi
124 Okechukwu Mbaekwu
125 Smith Denis
126 Ifeanyichukwu Samuel
127 Christian Kenechi Ezenna
128 Chinedu Samuel Matthew
129 Victor Kelechi Uwandu
130 Emmanuel Aham
131 Chimezie Victor Amasiani
132 Chinedu Marcel Anyanwu
133 Basil Akimbo Nnouseh
134 Nwachukwu Paul Udechukwu
135 Nonso Josiah Onyebuchi
136 Udochukwu Anselem Anyanwu

Residents Flee Oyo Community Following Reported Gunfire Near Old Oyo National Park

Residents of Alaguntan Village in Igbope, Orelope Local Government Area of Oyo State, have reportedly abandoned their homes after suspected gunfire was heard around the community, causing widespread panic among locals.

The village, located close to the Old Oyo National Park, was thrown into confusion as residents claimed they heard intermittent gunshots from areas within and around the settlement.

Sources said the sound of gunfire sparked fear among villagers, prompting many families to flee to neighbouring communities in search of safety.

Videos circulating online showed residents hurriedly leaving the area with their belongings amid concerns over a possible security threat.

As of the time of filing this report, there has been no official statement from security agencies regarding the incident.

More details to follow.

No Reason to Keep Nnamdi Kanu in Detention, Peter Obi Insists

The presidential candidate of the Labour Party in the 2023 election, Peter Obi, has stated that there is no justification for the continued detention of **Nnamdi Kanu>, calling for a political and lawful resolution to the matter.

Obi made the remarks while speaking on national issues, stressing that the release of Kanu would contribute to peace and stability in the South-East region. According to him, the issue should be approached through dialogue and in accordance with the rule of law.

The former Anambra State governor maintained that resolving Kanu’s case would help address some of the security and socio-political tensions in the region, adding that national unity is better strengthened through engagement than prolonged detention.

Obi reiterated his longstanding position that the Federal Government should adopt a political solution to the matter, noting that similar approaches have been used in addressing complex national issues in the past.

The detention of Kanu has remained a subject of debate across the country, with supporters demanding his release while the Federal Government continues legal proceedings against the IPOB leader.

Kanu, who is facing terrorism-related charges before the Federal High Court in Abuja, has remained in the custody of the Department of State Services since his rearrest and extradition to Nigeria in 2021.

Obi's comments have since generated reactions from various stakeholders, with some backing his call for dialogue while others insist that the judicial process should be allowed to run its course.

Source: Punch Newspaper

BREAKING: Former Army Spokesperson, Brigadier General Rabe Abubakar, Dies in Bandits’ Captivity

A former spokesperson of the Nigerian Army, Rabe Abubakar, has reportedly died while being held captive by bandits, bringing a tragic end to efforts to secure his release.

According to reports, the retired Brigadier General was abducted by armed bandits alongside other victims before news of his death emerged. Details surrounding the circumstances of his death remain unclear as security authorities continue to investigate the incident.

The late military officer was widely known for his service to the nation and previously served as the spokesperson of the Nigerian Army, a position through which he played a key role in communicating military operations and security developments to the public.

His death has sparked renewed concerns over the growing menace of banditry and kidnapping across parts of the country, despite ongoing security operations aimed at dismantling criminal networks.

Family members, colleagues and associates have continued to mourn the retired officer, describing him as a dedicated soldier who served Nigeria with distinction throughout his military career.

Security agencies are yet to provide comprehensive details on the circumstances surrounding his captivity and death as of the time of filing this report.

The incident has once again highlighted the persistent security challenges facing the country and the dangers posed by armed criminal groups operating in several regions.

Source: Punch Newspaper