Sebastian Gorka, a former deputy assistant to President Donald Trump and senior director for counterterrorism at the National Security Council, recently revealed that US forces successfully neutralized 199 jihadists during a single operation in Nigeria.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Gorka shared these details during an interview with Marissa Streit, CEO of the conservative media outlet PragerU. Highlighting the Trump administration’s approach to counterterrorism, Gorka stated:

• The President is focused on neutralizing threats to Americans and those targeting Christians, rather than engaging in nation-building.

• He personally monitored the operation from the Situation Room, describing the experience as “real” and similar to a “Tom Clancy movie”.

• The strike resulted in 199 confirmed enemy casualties, which Gorka identified as the largest number of enemies killed in action in a single operation since the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks.

In addition to the casualties, the operation yielded a significant intelligence breakthrough:

• US forces reportedly recovered an massive amount of electronic equipment, requiring an additional plane to transport the materials home.

• Gorka noted this was the largest haul of enemy electronics since 9/11 and is currently being analyzed by experts to decode ISIS communication and operational strategies.

It remains unconfirmed if Gorka’s account refers to the May 15 joint US-Nigeria operation that targeted ISIS leader Abu-Bilal al-Minuki, or the May 30 operation against ISWAP fighters. President Bola Tinubu previously confirmed that “several” ISIS lieutenants were killed alongside Al-Minuki during the May 15 mission. Gorka further explained that Africa has become a focal point for jihadist activity due to its growing Christian population and the exploitation of governance weaknesses by extremist groups in the Sahel.

As of Monday, June 29, 2026, the parallel market (also known as the black market or Aboki fx) exchange rates for the US Dollar to the Nigerian Naira were reported as follows:....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

• • Selling Rate: ₦1,400

  • Buying Rate: ₦1,387

  According to Bureau De Change (BDC) sources, these figures reflect the rates available for those looking to swap currency.

  In contrast, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) rates for the same day ranged between a high of ₦1,390 and a low of ₦1,377. Please be aware that the CBN does not officially recognize the parallel market and advises individuals seeking Forex to conduct transactions through their respective commercial banks.

  It is also important to note that actual market rates may vary from these figures depending on the specific transaction.

The Federal Executive Council (FEC) has greenlit a sweeping transformation of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), representing the most significant overhaul of the 53-year-old institution. Minister of Youth Development, Ayodele Olawande, announced the development, noting that the changes aim to modernize the program while honoring its history of fostering national unity.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Aligned with President Bola Tinubu’s goal of fostering a $1 trillion economy, the reforms shift the focus toward productivity, skills development, and youth empowerment. Key components of the approved reforms include:

• Safety and Deployment: The introduction of a technology-based call-up system and a risk-sensitive deployment policy to enhance the protection of corps members.

• Orientation Redesign: The orientation program will be streamlined into a six-week course that prioritizes digital literacy, entrepreneurship, leadership, and specialized career development.

• Skill-Based Assignments: Primary assignments will be better aligned with the specific academic backgrounds and professional goals of individual corps members.

• Operational Upgrades: New standards for orientation camps will be enforced via a national certification and grading system, alongside a modern, professional redesign of the NYSC uniform.

• Graduation Model: The traditional Passing Out Parade will be replaced by a new graduation ceremony.

The reform initiative, which originated in 2025, involved collaborative efforts between the Ministry of Youth Development, the Federal Ministry of Education, and the Office of the Special Adviser to the President on Policy and Coordination. Following this approval, the FEC has instructed the Attorney-General of the Federation and the Ministry of Youth Development to initiate the necessary legal amendments to the NYSC Act and its associated regulations.