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Deadly Ambush As Boko Haram Kills Four Security Personnel In Borno
According to Nivo News, four security personnel—comprising a soldier, a mobile police officer, and two members of the Civilian Joint Task Force—were killed in a suspected Boko Haram attack on farmers in Dalori Gari, a community located about 12 kilometres from Maiduguri, Borno State.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The assault reportedly occurred on Monday morning as troops provided cover for local farmers heading to their fields. Security and community sources indicated that the attackers arrived on motorcycles, then proceeded on foot to ambush the group.
“They opened fire immediately after encountering the farmers escorted by the security personnel, killing four of them on the spot,” one source disclosed.
The assailants were also said to have abducted an unspecified number of farmers, including women and young girls. Several others were injured or captured while attempting to flee the scene.
Although officials have not released an official casualty figure, the Borno State Police Public Relations Officer, Kenneth Daso, confirmed that the slain soldier and mobile police officer were attached to the Northeast Joint Taskforce, Operation Hadin Kai. “As such, I cannot comment further on the incident,” he stated.
The Senegalese Football Federation (FSF) has officially named France World Cup winner Patrick Vieira as the new head coach of the national team, succeeding Pape Thiaw following their exit from the 2026 World Cup.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Born in Senegal and raised in France, Vieira takes over a squad looking to bounce back from a round-of-32 defeat to Belgium and internal turbulence under Thiaw, who was dismissed following the tournament. Described by the federation as a strategic appointment to match the country’s high ambitions, Vieira brings extensive managerial experience from clubs including Crystal Palace, Nice, and Strasbourg, alongside a legendary playing career that featured three Premier League titles with Arsenal and World Cup glory with France in 1998.
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THE END OF AN ERA: Universal Insurance Faces Total Shutdown Following Sudden Licence Revocation By NAICOM!.
The National Insurance Commission (NAICOM) has revoked the registration license of Universal Insurance Plc and appointed Ogbonna Chukwumerije of Pinheiro LP as receiver/provisional liquidator to oversee the company’s winding-up process.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
According to official statements, the cancellation became effective on August 14, 2026, after the insurer failed to comply with the stipulated Minimum Capital Requirement under the Nigerian Insurance Industry Reform Act 2025. Following his appointment, Chukwumerije has assumed control of the company’s management, issuing strict directives to financial institutions, debtors, and stakeholders regarding asset protection, verification of authority, and the proper handling of outstanding claims and liabilities.
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BLOCKBUSTER EARTHQUAKE: Barcelona Pulls Off Shock £65M Transfer Coup To Sign Man City Icon Rodri!.
Spanish giants Barcelona have secured the blockbuster signing of midfielder Rodri from Manchester City for a reported £65 million on a four-year deal.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The 30-year-old returns to Spain after an illustrious seven-year spell in England, where he made 298 appearances and captured 12 major trophies—including four Premier League titles and the 2023 Champions League. Following an injury-hit period and a stellar World Cup campaign where he won player of the tournament for victorious Spain, Rodri opted for a switch to Camp Nou after overcoming competition from Real Madrid.
In another major transfer move, Italian powerhouse Juventus have completed the signing of Tottenham goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario on a season-long loan with an option to buy. The 29-year-old Italy international heads to Turin to bolster the squad ahead of their upcoming Europa League campaign following a spell with Spurs that included lifting the 2025 Europa League title.
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