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Defence Minister Condemns Zamfara Student Abduction
Defence Minister Condemns Zamfara Student Abduction....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The Minister of State for Defence, Dr. Mohammed Bello Matawalle, has vehemently denounced the abduction of female students at Federal University Gusau, Zamfara State. He conveyed this condemnation through a statement provided to defense correspondents in Abuja by the Acting Director (Press and Public Relations) of the Ministry of Defence, Attari Hope.
In the statement, the Minister expressed his heartfelt sympathy to the parents, academic community, and the entire populace of Zamfara State over this tragic incident. He stated, “I share in your pain and strongly condemn this reprehensible act perpetrated by suspected bandits.”
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Dr. Matawalle assured the state’s citizens of the safe release of the abducted students, emphasizing that both the air and ground components of the military have been extensively deployed within the state to track down the abductors of these innocent students.
The Minister underscored that all necessary measures would be taken to safeguard the lives and property of all Nigerians, emphasizing that securing the release of the abducted students is a collective endeavor.
He also pointed out that as part of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s eight-point agenda for strengthening national security for peace and prosperity, he condemns the act and is committed to ensuring the safe release of the abducted students.
Furthermore, the Minister reassured the citizens of the Federal Government’s unwavering commitment to providing security for their lives and property.
Zimbabwe interim head coach Kaitano Tembo has said his team is looking forward to testing themselves against the Super Eagles of Nigeria in next month’s Unity Cup semi-final.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The Super Eagles will face the defending champions at The Valley, home of Charlton Athletic, on Tuesday, 26 May, with the winner set to meet either Jamaica or India in the final. Speaking to the Zimbabwe Football Association website, Tembo acknowledged Nigeria’s strong football pedigree but insisted his side will approach the game with confidence rather than fear. He noted that while Nigeria boasts quality players, Zimbabwe also believes in its own squad and ability to compete. According to him, proper preparation, discipline, and tactical organisation will be key to their performance, stressing the importance of players fully understanding their roles on the pitch. Tembo described the encounter as a valuable opportunity for Zimbabwe to compete against top-level opposition and demonstrate their strength as the team continues its rebuilding process under interim management. He added that matches of this calibre are important for the team’s growth and future ambitions. “We are approaching it with seriousness and ambition. Playing against strong opposition like Nigeria, as well as Jamaica and India, provides a good test for the team,” he said. “These are the kind of high-quality matches that help players develop and give us a clearer idea of where we stand.”
Nollywood actor Uzor Arukwe has revealed that his father does not acknowledge or believe that he is an actor.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
In an interview on WithChude, hosted by Chude Jideonwo, the actor said his father has refused to accept his career in the film industry despite being aware of his success in Nollywood.
Arukwe explained that although his father has heard about his achievements, he has chosen not to recognise or believe them.
He also spoke about his family’s initial reaction to his decision to pursue acting, noting that his mother was initially reluctant to support him due to his father’s influence, but eventually became supportive of his career choice.
According to him, “My father doesn’t know that I’m an actor; he has heard, but he doesn’t want to believe. My mum was slow to adapt because of her husband, but she later came around.”
Meanwhile, Arukwe has reacted to circulating allegations linking him to fellow actress Bamike Olawunmi, popularly known as Bambam, and claims suggesting he was responsible for issues in her marriage to Teddy A.
The controversy gained attention on social media following Arukwe’s appearance in the 2025 YouTube film Love In Every Word, where he starred alongside Bambam.
An X user had alleged that Bambam’s marriage collapsed after she was reportedly found to be pregnant for a colleague from the movie, a claim that quickly went viral online.
In response, Arukwe strongly denied the allegations and issued a warning against those spreading the rumours, stating that he had already identified one of the accounts involved.
He expressed anger over the false claims and vowed to take action against those responsible, insisting that they would be made an example of to discourage misinformation and reputational damage.
He wrote: “A specific account has been identified to spread false rumors and baseless accusations about me and my professional engagement with another colleague in the industry. I choose not to quote the account directly, as I refuse to give such accounts the engagement they seek at the risk of jail time.
“Believe me when I say this: that individual will be made a scapegoat so others learn to respect boundaries and refrain from chasing clout and Elon Musk money at the expense of damaging someone else’s reputation.”
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has appointed Ambassador Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu as Nigeria’s new Minister of Foreign Affairs following the resignation of Ambassador Yusuf Tuggar, who stepped down to pursue his political ambitions ahead of the 2027 elections.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The development was disclosed in a statement issued by the President’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga. Before her elevation, Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu served as Minister of State for Foreign Affairs. Her appointment now places her at the helm of Nigeria’s diplomatic affairs. President Tinubu also nominated Ambassador Sola Enikanolaiye as the new Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, pending confirmation by the Senate. Prior to his nomination, Enikanolaiye, an indigene of Kogi State, served as Senior Special Assistant to the President on Foreign Affairs and International Relations. A veteran diplomat with more than 30 years of service, Enikanolaiye has built an extensive career in Nigeria’s foreign service, including his tenure as Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and diplomatic assignments in Addis Ababa, Belgrade, Ottawa, London, and New Delhi. According to the presidency, the appointments form part of broader efforts to strengthen and reposition Nigeria’s foreign policy framework for improved efficiency, deeper strategic engagement, and stronger international partnerships. President Tinubu congratulated both appointees and charged them with advancing Nigeria’s national interests, boosting economic diplomacy, promoting regional peace, and protecting the welfare of Nigerians both within the country and overseas.
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