— By: Dr. Philip B. OlusolaLead City University, Ibadan. In recent times, Nigerians have celebrated numerous successes recorded by the nation’s security forces against terrorists, kidnappers, bandits, oil thieves, and other violent criminal groups. Every successful rescue operation, every criminal network dismantled, and every community reclaimed from the grip of violence is rightly welcomed as a victory for the nation. Yet, beyond the headlines and official commendations lies a question that deserves far greater attention: what becomes of the men and women whose courage makes these victories possible? The answer…
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Troops Foil ISWAP School Raid in Borno; 46 Rescued, Casualties Reported
In a fierce defense of national security, joint forces from Operation Hadin Kai and the Nigeria Police Mobile Force (MOPOL) have crushed an ISWAP plot to kidnap students from the Federal Government Girls College (FGGC) in Monguno, Borno State. The decisive interception halted what could have been a catastrophic mass abduction. Detailing the battlefield breakthrough in a Sunday press briefing, Operation Hadin Kai’s acting military information officer, Captain Mohammed Goni, confirmed that joint security forces successfully evacuated 46 students to safety during the chaotic firefight. The assault commenced under the…
From Cartel to Dollar Deal: Seized Drug Ship MV Matthew Sold for $1
A notorious drug-smuggling cargo ship that drained roughly €17 million in taxpayer funds since its dramatic seizure three years ago was officially sold for a single dollar and departed Cork Harbour on Friday, July 17, 2026. Revenue officials confirmed the massive vessel was transferred to an international shipping firm for a “nominal” one-dollar fee, finally cutting off the skyrocketing maintenance costs borne by the State. The MV Matthew was originally intercepted in September 2023 during a high-stakes, multi-agency operation that yielded the largest cocaine bust in Irish history—a staggering 2.2…
World PR Day: How Strategic PR Secures National Progress — Lagos NIPR Chair, Samuel Ayetutu
In commemoration of World Public Relations Day 2026, the Chairman of the NIPR Lagos State Chapter, Dr. Samuel Ayetutu, has congratulated PR practitioners across Nigeria, with special recognition to members of the Lagos Chapter. He urged professionals to champion strategic communication as a vital catalyst for nation-building, peaceful coexistence, and sustainable development. In a statement released on Thursday by the NIPR Lagos Chapter Public Relations Officer, Dr. Oguchukwu Okeke, the Chapter Chairman, Dr. Samuel Ayetutu, described this year’s theme, “The Golden Age of Strategic PR,” as both timely and instructive.…
Tehran Hit, Hormuz Tanker Attacked in US Strikes
Geopolitical shockwaves hit global shipping as the US fires on a Kharg Island-bound oil tanker in the Strait of Hormuz. Executed alongside unprecedented strikes on Tehran, the attack enforces a tight blockade on Iranian ports. Global maritime and cargo shares are already reeling from the escalating threat to vital trade lanes. Sooth News reported that the US disabled an unladen, 1,100-foot, Curaçao-flagged oil tanker, M/T Belma, while it was transiting toward Iran’s Kharg Island on Thursday. The attack involved firing Hellfire missiles into the vessel’s smokestack following ignored warnings, marking…
US Strikes Iran; Trump Warns Tehran to ‘Better Behave
“Better behave”: President Donald Trump issued a stark warning to Tehran on Wednesday as the US launched a powerful new wave of military strikes against Iran. Reported by BBC News on Thursday, the US military confirmed it targeted “Iranian military capabilities used to threaten vessels” in the Strait of Hormuz while also firing on a vessel attempting to violate the renewed naval blockade. ” It came after Iran claimed it had struck US military targets in the region, including in Bahrain and Kuwait, as a fifth day of renewed hostilities…
Espionage Foiled: Troops Eliminate Infiltrating ISWAP Informant in Borno
Advancing their relentless campaign against terrorism and kidnapping, Nigerian troops neutralized a suspected ISWAP spy attempting to infiltrate a military defensive position in Borno State’s Konduga LGA. The proactive interception, powered by vigilant surveillance, successfully secured the frontline base and averted potential casualties. According to Zagazola Makama, a specialized counter-insurgency publication, the incident occurred at approximately 7:45 PM on July 11. Troops monitoring surveillance cameras spotted a suspicious individual advancing toward their defensive position from the Yuwe general area of the Sambisa Forest. “According to the sources, the suspect was…
Securing the Strait: US Pushes Iran for Maritime Truce
Amid mounting anxiety over the safety of global shipping lanes, Washington is demanding that Tehran publicly declare the Strait of Hormuz open and explicitly pledge to stop attacking commercial vessels, according to the BBC News. The US ultimatum sets the stage for high-stakes, emergency diplomatic negotiations scheduled to take place between the two nations in Oman on Saturday. ”US media cited unnamed officials as saying Tehran had privately acknowledged to President Donald Trump’s advisers that the shooting at ships was a mistake, though the Iranians reportedly pinned the blame on…
Relief and Jubilation as Abducted Oyo Pupils, Teachers Freed After 56 Days in Captivity
Thirty-nine pupils and seven teachers abducted from the Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State on May 15, 2026, have been successfully rescued after 56 days in captivity within the Old Oyo National Park. Presidential spokesperson Bayo Onanuga announced the breakthrough in a post on X on Friday evening, July 10, 2026. “Finally, the kidnapped pupils and teachers in Oriire, Oyo, have been freed,” Onanuga wrote, crediting a highly coordinated, intelligence-driven operation by the military, the Department of State Services (DSS), and police forces. Oyo State Commissioner for Information, Prince…
Drug Smuggling: Troops Nab Suspected Foreign Terrorist in Borno
Operation Hadin Kai troops intercepted a suspected foreign terrorist drug courier carrying a large haul of illicit substances and alcohol. In a statement, the operation’s Acting Military Information Officer, Captain Mohammed Goni, described the arrest as “another significant operational success in their sustained campaign to degrade the logistical networks supporting terrorist activities in the North-East” He noted that the seized contraband is believed to be destined for terrorist cells operating within the Lake Chad Islands. Goni confirmed the Thursday interception occurred during an intensive search along the Maiduguri–Monguno axis, where…