May 2026 – Page 2 – CLARITYNEWSNG

Security

Afenifere Raises Alarm as Security Crisis Deepens, Schools Come Under Attack Across Nigeria

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By: Tunji Okunlola Mounting concern over Nigeria’s deteriorating security situation intensified this week after coordinated attacks on schools in Oyo and Borno states left dozens of children abducted, prompting condemnation from political leaders, traditional rulers, rights organisations and retired security officials. The apex Yoruba socio-political organisation, Afenifere, has urged South-West governors to take urgent action…

International

US Launches Airstrikes Against Islamic State Militants in Nigeria

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US, Nigerian forces kill ISIS commander in Sokoto- President Trump By: Ganiyu Olayinka The United States has conducted airstrikes against Islamic State-linked militants in northwestern Nigeria, in what marks a significant escalation of American military engagement in the region. US Africa Command confirmed the strikes were carried out in coordination with Nigerian authorities in Sokoto…

Security

Oyo Orders Closure of Schools After Student Abduction, Teacher Killed

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By: Tunji Okunlola The Oyo State Government has ordered the immediate closure of all public primary schools in four local government areas following the abduction of several students and the killing of a teacher in Oriire Local Government Area. The affected local government areas are Surulere, Oyo East, Oriire, and Olorunsogo. The directive was issued…

Security

Gunmen Invade Oyo Community, Abduct School Principal and Students

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By: Ganiyu Olayinka Suspected gunmen have invaded Ahoro-Esinele community in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State, abducting a school principal and an unspecified number of students, according to reports gathered by ClarityNewsNG. The attack reportedly occurred between 8:00 a.m. and 9:00 a.m. on Friday at Community High School, Ahoro-Esinele. Sources within the community disclosed…

International

Nigerian Man Jailed 115 Months in U.S. Over $700,000 Romance Scam

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By: Tunji Okunlola A Nigerian national, Charles Nnamdi Emesim, has been sentenced to 115 months in prison in the United States for orchestrating a long-running romance and internet fraud scheme that defrauded victims of more than $700,000. The sentence was handed down on Wednesday by U.S. District Judge Robert Wier, according to a statement issued…

Sport

Ousmane Dembélé Downplays Ballon d’Or Hype Ahead of Major May 30 Milestone

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By: Ganiyu Olayinka Paris Saint-Germain forward Ousmane Dembélé is refusing to let Ballon d’Or fever distract him. Despite mounting media speculation that he could retain football’s most prestigious individual prize, the French winger insists his mind is solely focused on bringing more collective glory to the French capital. Dembélé, the reigning Ballon d’Or holder, claimed…

Economy

World Bank Restricts Instagram Comments Amid Nigerian Backlash Over $1.25bn Loan Plan

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By: Ganiyu Olayinka The World Bank has moved to limit comments on its Instagram page after a surge of reactions from Nigerians opposing a proposed $1.25 billion loan facility being negotiated with the Federal Government under President Bola Tinubu. The backlash followed reports that Abuja is in advanced talks with the Washington-based lender over a…

Public Safety

Nigerian-American Doctor Narrowly Escapes Death After Mob Attack Over False Kidnapping Allegation

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Dr. Afolabi, a physician based in the United States, was beaten and had his vehicle set ablaze in Ibadan before police confirmed the girls with him were legally in his care. By: Olayinka Ganiyu A Nigerian doctor resident in the United States barely survived a savage mob attack in Ibadan, Oyo State, after he was…

Politics

APC Postpones House of Representatives Primary by One Day, Other Dates Unchanged

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By: Tunji Okunlola The All Progressives Congress (APC) has announced a one-day postponement of its House of Representatives primary election ahead of the 2027 general elections, while all other dates in its primary timetable remain intact. The ruling party disclosed the adjustment in a statement issued Thursday by National Publicity Secretary Felix Morka, emphasising that…

Crime

OYO POLICE ARREST KIDNAP SUSPECT IN FOREST RANSOM STING

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By: Ganiyu Olayinka Security operatives in Oyo State have arrested a kidnapping suspect after intercepting a ransom handover in Otefon village, Atiba Local Government Area, in a coordinated overnight operation that also secured the safe release of the victim. The victim, Alhaji Bagudu, was abducted from his home in Ilowa village on 9 May 2026…