The Presidency has confirmed the successful rescue of all teachers and pupils who were abducted in Ogbomoso, Oyo State. Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, announced on Friday via that eight of the kidnappers were arrested and are now in the custody of the Department of State Service (DSS), while others were neutralized. Onanuga added that security agencies will provide a full account of the operation in the near future and emphasized that there was no “quid pro quo” involved, as a terrorist kingpin whose release was demanded by the kidnappers is currently facing prosecution.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

The presidency has officially confirmed that President Bola Tinubu will retain Vice President Kashim Shettima as his running mate for the 2027 general election. Segun Dada, the Special Adviser to the President on Social Media, announced the decision on Friday via , sharing a photo of the pair and stating their intention to continue their partnership through 2031.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

This confirmation follows a similar announcement from Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda, National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC). In a statement on his account, Yilwatda asserted that the decision reflects the party’s “collective resolve to sustain the Renewed Hope Agenda and deepen the progress already being recorded across the country.“

He further revealed that Ibrahim Masari, Special Adviser on Political and Other Matters, had formally submitted the nomination forms for Tinubu and Shettima to the party at a ceremony in Abuja. Yilwatda emphasized the APC’s commitment to strengthening grassroots support and building on the current administration’s achievements to create a more prosperous, secure, and inclusive Nigeria.

President Bola Tinubu has shared his deep relief and joy following the successful rescue of the abducted pupils and teachers from the Oriire community in Ogbomoso, Oyo State. The President lauded the relentless, round-the-clock efforts of the military, the DSS, and the police over the past 56 days, highlighting that the operation was completed without any collateral damage. During the operation, security forces successfully neutralized several terrorists and apprehended eight of the abductors.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

• Empathy: President Tinubu expressed regret for the profound anguish experienced by the victims, their families, and the nation during this ordeal.

• Justice: The President committed to seeking justice for the victims and for the family of Mr. Oyedokun, who was killed by the perpetrators.

• Government Cooperation: He commended the Oyo State Government for its cooperation throughout the rescue mission.

• Security Directives: President Tinubu directed the Oyo State Government to strengthen security measures around schools.

• Support: Emergency agencies have been instructed to collaborate with the state government to provide the rescued pupils and teachers with essential medical care and relief support.