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President Tinubu Celebrates Rescue of Oriire Abducted Pupils and Teachers
.……Commends Security Forces
President Bola Tinubu has expressed profound joy over the successful rescue of abducted children and their teachers from Oriire community in Ogbomoso, Oyo State, describing the operation as a major victory for Nigeria’s security agencies.
In a statement issued on Friday by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, President Tinubu praised the military, Department of State Services (DSS), and police for their relentless efforts over the past 56 days, which led to the safe release of the hostages without collateral damage. The operation also resulted in the arrest of eight abductors and the neutralisation of others.
The President acknowledged the immense pain and anxiety endured by the abducted children, their teachers, families, and the entire nation since the incident occurred. He, however, noted that the successful military, police, and intelligence-driven operation has brought relief after more than 50 days of siege.
“I am profoundly happy that our security forces successfully rescued the abducted pupils and teachers from Oriire, Ogbomoso in Oyo State today,” President Tinubu said.
“This successful military operation has ended the siege and standoff of over 50 days and has brought relief to the entire nation and the affected families in particular. On behalf of the country, I express my gratitude to the officers and men of our armed forces, the intelligence agencies and the police for the safe rescue of the children and their teachers.”
The President vowed that his administration would ensure justice for the victims and the family of Mr. Oyedokun, who was gruesomely murdered by the terrorists during the abduction.
He commended the Oyo State Government for its cooperation with the Federal Government throughout the rescue efforts and directed it to strengthen security around schools across the state.
President Tinubu also instructed emergency agencies to collaborate with the Oyo State Government in providing comprehensive medical care and relief support to the rescued children and teachers.
The development marks a significant boost for the Tinubu administration’s security agenda amid ongoing efforts to tackle banditry and kidnapping in parts of the country.
Professor Is-haq Oloyede has formally handed over to Professor Segun Aina as Registrar of the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB).
President Bola Tinubu appointed Professor Segun Aina to succeed the outgoing Registrar, Professor Is-haq Oloyede, whose two-term tenure ended on July 31, 2026.
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Nigerian Army Ranks Africa’s Best in Counter-Terrorism Operations 2025
The prestigious award was formally presented to the Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, at the Army Headquarters, Abuja, by Major General Teriworie Gagariga, who had earlier received it on behalf of the Nigerian Army during the African Security Watch Awards Ceremony in Banjul, The Gambia.
African Security Watch has ranked the Nigerian Army as Africa’s Best National Army in Counter-Terrorism Operations for 2025.
The prestigious award was formally presented to the Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, at the Army Headquarters, Abuja, by Major General Teriworie Gagariga, who had earlier received it on behalf of the Nigerian Army during the African Security Watch Awards Ceremony in Banjul, The Gambia.
The recognition further affirmed the Nigerian Army’s growing reputation as a professional and highly capable institution whose operational doctrine, combat experience and institutional best practices continued to serve as valuable reference points for armed forces across the African continent.
The award underscored the Nigerian Army’s emergence as Africa’s leading force in Counter-Terrorism and Counter-Insurgency Operations (CTCOIN).
It reflected years of sustained, intelligence-driven operations that have significantly degraded terrorist networks, restored security to affected communities and contributed to regional peace and stability.
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Peter Mbah recruiting 6,580 teachers, others for Enugu smart schools
The Executive Chairman of the Enugu State Universal Basic Education Board (ENSUBEB) Hyginus Banko, stated that teaching applicants must hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Education or HND with a Postgraduate Diploma in Education, or a Nigeria Certificate in Education in specified subject areas.
The Governor of Enugu State, Peter Mbah, has approved the recruitment of 6,580 qualified candidates into various academic, technical, and administrative roles across public primary and junior secondary schools in the state, with a strong focus on the state’s 267 Smart Green Schools.
In a statement, the Executive Chairman of the Enugu State Universal Basic Education Board (ENSUBEB) Hyginus Banko, stated that teaching applicants must hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Education or HND with a Postgraduate Diploma in Education, or a Nigeria Certificate in Education in specified subject areas.
A breakdown of the positions shows that the board seeks 4,698 core subject teachers across fields such as Mathematics, English Language, Basic Science, Basic Technology, ICT, French, Igbo Language, and History.
Other positions advertised include 520 Digital Librarians, 380 Experiential Learning Innovators, 267 Guidance and Counsellors, 267 ICT Staff, 267 Laboratory Attendants, 136 Account Officers, and 45 Technicians.
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