Troops from Sector 6 of Operation Enduring Peace have apprehended a suspected member of a kidnap syndicate accused of orchestrating violent attacks and abductions along the Jos–Makurdi highway. The suspect was captured during a targeted operation on July 16 at the Standing Operating Base in Bangai Village, Riyom Local Government Area, Plateau State. Currently in military custody, the individual is providing intelligence aimed at dismantling the criminal network and facilitating the arrest of remaining gang members.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

In a separate development, troops under Operation Hadin Kai arrested a 25-year-old man, Muhammad Mustapha, for allegedly spying on military movements and providing logistical support to Boko Haram and ISWAP fighters. The suspect, a native of Monguno Local Government Area, was detained on July 16 during a joint night patrol by the 403 Amphibious Brigade, the 130 Battalion (Motorised), the Nigerian Borderless Logistics Corps, and the Civilian Joint Task Force. As part of Operation Desert Sanity V, the operation successfully interrupted the suspect’s activities, which included monitoring military clearance operations along the Baga–Cross Kauwa Main Supply Route for insurgent groups.

Peter Obi, the presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), recently conducted a condolence visit to businessman and social commentator Isaac Fayose following the passing of his wife. During this visit, the former Anambra State governor extended his sympathies to Fayose and his family and offered prayers for the deceased.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

This visit follows a period of public attention surrounding Fayose, who was recently seen meeting with Seyi Tinubu, the son of President Bola Tinubu. While some observers suggested this meeting indicated a shift toward the All Progressives Congress (APC), Fayose clarified that the interaction did not signify a change in his political stance or an endorsement of the ruling party.

Observers have noted these visits—which also included a recent condolence call to former Minister of Transportation Rotimi Amaechi regarding his mother’s death—as part of Obi’s broader effort to connect with political associates and public figures during times of grief, regardless of their political differences.

The Presidency has confirmed that Nigerian military forces have apprehended foreign nationals connected to security threats within the country. To safeguard sensitive diplomatic efforts, the specific identities and nationalities of these individuals have not been publicly disclosed.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

• Diplomatic Strategy: Special Adviser to the President, Daniel Bwala, explained that the Nigerian government has engaged with the home countries of these suspects.

• Potential Prisoner Exchange: Bwala suggested that these detainees may be held by the government for potential use in future prisoner exchange agreements with their respective nations.

• External Interference: According to Bwala, foreign involvement in Nigeria’s domestic affairs is linked to national security and economic interests, particularly regarding oil resources and past policy choices.

• Expanding Insurgency: Bwala warned that Boko Haram and ISWAP are actively spreading from the North-East and North-West toward North-Central Nigeria, and that the administration is working to contain these groups before they can reach the southern parts of the country.