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 Pakistan says 29 militants killed in cross-border strikes near Afghanistan border  Pakistani security forces conducted a ground operation along the Pakistan-Afghanistan border on Sunday, followed by targeted “calibrated strikes” on suspected militant hideouts, killing 29 fighters, according to officials. Authorities said the operation was carried out in response to a series of militant attacks across the country. There was no immediate reaction from Afghan authorities. In recent years, Pakistan has faced a rise in militant violence targeting police and security personnel, with officials frequently blaming the Pakistani Taliban, known as Tehrik-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP), and allied groups. The latest action came a day after militants attacked the regional headquarters of paramilitary Rangers in Karachi, killing three soldiers. Security forces later killed three attackers and detained another suspect, who was identified by the military as an injured Afghan national. A breakaway ...

 PRESS STATEMENT VIRAL VIDEO ALLEGING POLICE INVOLVEMENT IN THE DEATH OF A CIVILIAN: ABIA STATE POLICE COMMAND COMMENCES INVESTIGATION 1. The Abia State Police Command is aware of a video circulating on social media, particularly on Facebook, which a young girl and her family alleged that officers from Owerrinta Divisional Police Station were responsible for the death of their father during an arrest carried out in the course of an investigation. 2. However, according to the DPO’s Report, on 23/06/2026, a complaint was received at the Owerrinta Divisional Police Headquarters alleging that the family of Nwachukwu Abraham stole cassava. The Investigating Police Officer (IPO) assigned to the case proceeded with his team to effect an arrest on 24/06/2026. Upon arrival at the suspect’s residence, the suspect stated that he was ill and had recently been discharged from the hospital, as he is suffering from kidney and liver disease, and was unable to go with them to the station. The IPO, ...

 PRESS RELEA⁠SE ABIA STATE GOVT BEGINS  ENFORCEMENT OF C‍OMMER‌CIAL MOTORCYCLE REGULA⁠TION ON MONDAY T‍he Abia State Gove‌rnmen‍t wishes⁠ to inform t⁠he general public that the enfor⁠ceme‍nt of the restrictio⁠n on commercial motorcycle (Okada) oper‍ation‍s within designated areas of the State will co⁠mmenc⁠e on Mon‍day, June 29, 20‌26. The regu‍lati‌on is a public s‌a⁠fety and se‌curity measure u‌ndertake‍n in the overriding interes⁠t of prot⁠ect‍ing live‌s and property. Gove‍rnmen⁠t re‌cognizes that‌ thousands of hardworking citizens depend on motorcycle t‍ransportation f‌or thei‍r livelihood, a‍n⁠d full‍y appreciates the concer⁠ns thi⁠s pol⁠icy may rai‍se for⁠ affected operators and‍ their families. As a people‌-cente‌red Governmen⁠t‍, this w⁠as not an easy decision. It was in demonstration o⁠f this‌ compassio‌n an⁠d un‌derst⁠andi‍ng that Government postp‌oned the c‌o⁠mmencement of enf⁠orcement to Monday, June 29, 2026, to pr‌ovide af‍fected operators wi‌th addi⁠tional ti‍me...

 NDC Wraps Up Strategy Meetings Ahead of Appeal Against Registration Nullification The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) has concluded a series of high-level strategy meetings involving its presidential candidate, Peter Obi, national leader Seriake Dickson, and other top stakeholders as it prepares to file an appeal today against a Federal High Court ruling that nullified the party’s registration. The meetings come barely 48 hours after the Federal High Court in Lokoja, Kogi State, set aside its earlier judgment that had directed the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to register the NDC. The controversial ruling has sparked political tensions, with opposition figures condemning it as a deliberate move to weaken opposition parties ahead of the 2027 general elections. A senior NDC official, who spoke to newsmen on condition of anonymity, revealed that the party leadership held back-to-back emergency meetings to finalise its legal strategy for the Court of Appeal. Accor...

A prominent All Progressives Congress (APC) chieftain in the South-East, Dr. George Agbakahi, has described allegations by former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, that there are plans to prevent him from contesting the 2027 presidential election as baseless, unfortunate, and politically motivated. In a statement made available to journalists in Abuja at the weekend, Agbakahi argued that such serious claims of executive interference in the electoral process must be supported by credible and verifiable evidence rather than speculation or political rhetoric. Reacting to Obi’s assertions of plots to block his presidential ambition, Agbakahi said there is no publicly available evidence linking the Federal Government or the Presidency to any scheme aimed at stopping qualified opposition figures from participating in the 2027 election. “Legal issues surrounding the registration status of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, are matters currently before the courts and stem from...

 Nigeria ranked most generous country in the world Nigeria has been ranked as the most generous country in the world.  Charities Aid Foundation (CAF), a leading international charity organisation, released its latest global study on charitable giving. The foundation’s World Giving Report surveyed more than 60,000 people across 105 countries to assess global giving patterns and the factors influencing generosity. According to the report, 61 per cent of respondents made donations in 2025, either directly to people in need, charities or for religious purposes, down slightly from 64 per cent in 2024. The study found that, on average, people donated one per cent of their income, although the figures varied across regions.  Africans gave an average of 1.6 per cent of their income, compared with 0.6 per cent in Europe. Nigeria topped the global rankings, with people donating an average of 2.8 per cent of their income to charities, religious causes or individuals in need. The rep...

Hillary Clinton schools JD Vance over Watergate remarks: 'Maybe he doesn't know this history' Vice President JD Vance stirred controversy during a June 25 appearance at the Richard Nixon Presidential Library, where he promoted his new book and reflected on the Watergate scandal.  Vance argued that the notion Nixon resigned because of the scandal was “crazy,” suggesting that in today’s media environment the story would not have lasted more than a single news cycle.  He also compared Nixon’s downfall to what he described as “deep state” efforts against Donald Trump during his first term, noting that he had “always liked” Nixon. Hillary Clinton quickly pushed back, criticizing Vance’s grasp of history and linking his comments to his administration’s record on book bans. On X, she quipped that perhaps Vance was unfamiliar with Watergate because “it’s in one of the books his administration banned.”  Clinton went further, contrasting the Republican response to Nixon with the cu...

 Bill Clinton reveals how he feels about upcoming midterms after socialist victories Former President Bill Clinton expressed optimism about the Democratic Party’s outlook following three socialist victories in New York primaries. Speaking to Fox News Digital on June 25, Clinton said he believes Democrats are “in good shape” heading into the midterm elections.  The wins by Darializa Avila Chevalier, Brad Lander, and Claire Valdez all backed by the Democratic Socialists of America have sparked discussion over whether progressive candidates represent a viable path to national success. Clinton, who has historically aligned with more moderate Democrats, appeared unfazed by the results. He previously endorsed Andrew Cuomo in the New York City mayoral primary against socialist candidate Zohran Mamdani, who ultimately defeated Cuomo in 2025.  His stance reflects the ongoing tension within the party as it grapples with ideological divisions, balancing the appeal of progressive pla...

 Jason Biggs’ estranged wife reveals she sent him an ‘awful’ text when the actor moved out of their home after split Jenny Mollen has been unusually candid about her separation from actor Jason Biggs, sharing details that highlight both the awkwardness and closeness of their relationship.  In a recent podcast appearance, she recalled sending her estranged husband a text about undergoing a vaginoplasty procedure just as he was moving out of their home.  The timing, she admitted, felt “horrifying” and unintentionally suspicious, making her hesitant to bring it up but ultimately unable to avoid the subject. Despite the awkward exchange, Mollen emphasized that their split has been far from hostile. She described the breakup as “bizarre,” noting that she and Biggs remain romantic in their own way even after deciding to end their marriage of 18 years.  For her, the relationship has shifted into a different kind of intimacy one rooted in friendship and enduring affection ra...

 Canada-based Nigerian charged for suspected child sexual assault A Canada-based Nigerian, Idris Olajide Oladejo, has been charged with sexual assault and s£xual interference following the alleged sexual assault of a child at a grocery store in Toronto. The Toronto Police Service said the 35-year-old Toronto resident was arrested on Tuesday, June 23, 2026, after investigators identified him as the suspect in the incident. The police said that the alleged assault occurred on Sunday, June 21, at about 7 p.m. in the Victoria Park Avenue and St Clair Avenue East area of Toronto. The statement noted that officers responded to a report of a child being sexually assaulted while at a grocery store with the child’s parents. “It is reported that the victim was at a grocery store in the area with their parents. The unknown suspect sexually assaulted the victim. “The suspect then fled the area and was chased by a civilian,” the statement read. Following the incident, police released a descript...

 INTENSIFIED PRESSURE BY OPERATION HADIN KAI LEADS TO SURRENDER OF TOP TERRORIST LEADERS AS MORE ABANDON CAMPS AMID BOOSTED OPERATIONS The Joint Task Force (North East), Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK), has continued to record significant operational successes in the ongoing counter terrorism campaign against Boko Haram and Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) terrorists through sustained operations backed by credible, timely and actionable intelligence. In another major breakthrough, a fresh group of top ISWAP terrorist leaders have abandoned their enclaves and surrendered to troops within the North-East theatre of operations. Among those who surrendered are key members of the terrorist network  due to relentless military pressure. They are currently in a secure location undergoing profiling, debriefing and other established procedures in accordance with extant operational protocols. The development highlights the devastating impact of the sustained offensive by Operation HA...

 Governor Soludo Declares State of Emergency on Erosion, Illegal Sand Mining By Chisom Okpala Anambra State Governor, Prof. Chukwuma Soludo, has declared a state of emergency on erosion and illegal sand mining across the state, calling on residents to abandon practices that endanger the environment and worsen flooding. The governor made the declaration during the second-quarter meeting of the Anambra State Traditional Rulers' Council held at the Government House, Awka, recently. Gov. Soludo described erosion and flooding as major environmental challenges confronting the state, noting that a significant proportion of the damage is caused by human activities. He urged communities and residents to ensure proper channeling of floodwater, desist from indiscriminate dumping of refuse and avoid building on natural waterways, warning that such practices obstruct drainage channels and contribute to devastating floods. The governor also warned against illegal sand mining, directing individua...

 PRESS RELEASE EDO POLICE ARRESTS TWO FOR SELF KIDNAP IN IGARRA  The Edo State Police Command wishes to inform the general public that on 26th June, 2026, at about 1030hrs, operatives of Igarra Division arrested two suspects, Lucky Alabi ‘M’, 48 years, and Taiye Enahoro ‘M’, 37 years, both of Uneme Akpama Community, for conspiring to stage the fake kidnapping of Lucky Alabi.  Acting on credible intelligence and through diligent investigative efforts, police operatives uncovered the deception and successfully arrested both suspects as preliminary investigation reveals that the criminal plan was executed on 23rd June, 2026, when Taiye Enahoro allegedly placed several telephone calls to relatives of Lucky Alabi, falsely claiming that Alabi had been kidnapped and demanding the sum of Four Million Naira (₦4,000,000) as ransom for his release. The suspects have confessed to their respective roles in the staged kidnapping and will be charged to court upon conclusion of investiga...

 A heroic mother made the ultimate sacrifice when she saw her son being swept into a culvert. The child came out the other end, sadly the mother became stuck inside and drowned.  First responders were called to a truly heartbreaking incident at approximately 11:20 a.m. in Powder Springs, Tennessee.  Powder Springs was hammered with heavy rains this morning of Sunday, June 28th. This caused  the ditches to run full and the drainage systems to become overwhelmed with the high volume of water. These raging waters set the scene for one Grainger County mother to risk it all when she saw her son's life in peril.  Brave 39-year-old, Mary Evelyn Nicole Manning-Kellione, was outside near Round Bridge Road with her young son. Mary saw her beloved son being swept into a culvert by the raging waters. The circumstances that led to her son entering the culvert are not certain. What is certain is how this loving mother responded. Without a second thought for her own safety, Ma...

 "Happy 6th Birthday to Munir and Happy 4th Birthday to Khalifa. It is a joy to watch you both grow, each year bringing new experiences, curiosity, and happiness. May your lives be filled with purpose, kindness, and excellence, and may you continue to make your family proud. Happy Birthday, my dear sons.- Senator Ned Nwoko