The nightmare is finally over for 21 Nigerians who were abducted in Kogi State, including 15 National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members. In a dramatic rescue operation, security forces stormed the kidnappers’ hideout in Egume Forest, Ofu Local Government Area, freeing the victims after a fierce gun battle. According to reports by Channels Television and Punch, the operation involved personnel from the military, police, Department of State Services (DSS), as well as local vigilantes and hunters familiar with the difficult terrain. Four suspected kidnappers were reportedly killed during the operation, while several others escaped with gunshot wounds. The rescued victims reportedly included eight males and 13 females, with 15 of them being corps members. They had been travelling through Kogi when they were attacked and taken into the bush. Two victims—one corps member and one civilian—sustained gunshot injuries during the rescue operation. My View For me, th...

Ángel Di María has delivered a deeply emotional tribute to Lionel Messi following the Argentine superstar’s decision to retire from international football, thanking his longtime teammate for choosing to represent Argentina despite having other international options. Messi, 39, announced his retirement from the Argentina national team on August 31, bringing the curtain down on a remarkable international career spanning more than two decades. His decision immediately triggered an outpouring of tributes from teammates, former players, football authorities and supporters around the world. Among the most touching messages came from Di María, who shared a heartfelt farewell to the player with whom he experienced some of the greatest moments in Argentine football history. “We’re going to be grateful to you for our entire lives for being Argentine,” Di María wrote in his tribute, according to reports. He also highlighted Messi’s decision to represent Argentina when he could ha...

A 68-year-old British woman, Dawn Ottewell, has spoken publicly about the breakdown of her marriage to a Nigerian man who is 36 years younger than her, claiming that he disappeared after moving to the United Kingdom. Ottewell, a grandmother of seven from Dewsbury, West Yorkshire, met Bright Emokpae on dating apps in 2021. At the time, Bright was in his twenties and living in Cyprus. Despite their significant age difference, the relationship developed quickly, and the pair eventually married in Nicosia, Cyprus, in March 2022. According to Ottewell, Bright initially gave her a different name and age before later revealing more about his identity. She acknowledged that these discrepancies should have raised concerns but said she was emotionally attached and believed his declarations of love were genuine. After their marriage, Ottewell returned to Britain while Bright returned to Nigeria to process a spouse visa. About a year later, he joined her in the UK. She now says th...

The Trishuli River in Nepal has swollen dramatically following heavy rainfall, raising concerns about flooding, dangerous river conditions and the safety of communities living along its banks. The powerful rise in water levels highlights once again the destructive force of extreme weather in the Himalayan nation. According to a report by the BBC , heavy rain has caused the Trishuli River to surge, transforming the normally busy waterway into a potentially hazardous torrent. The river is an important part of Nepal’s landscape and economy, but its rapid response to intense rainfall can create serious risks for people, roads, bridges and other infrastructure near the river. Nepal is particularly vulnerable to heavy rainfall and flooding because of its mountainous terrain. During periods of intense rain, water can accumulate rapidly and flow through steep valleys, causing rivers to rise quickly. Such conditions can leave communities with little time to respond, especially w...

JOS, PLATEAU STATE — A wedding ceremony in Jos reportedly ended in dramatic fashion after a bride shocked the congregation by answering “I don’t” when asked at the altar whether she would take the groom as her husband. The incident, reported by ODKs Blog on August 26, 2026, reportedly occurred during a wedding ceremony attended by more than 200 guests. According to the report, the ceremony initially appeared to be proceeding normally. The church was filled with guests, the wedding band was playing, and the bride arrived in her wedding dress as the couple prepared to exchange their vows. The atmosphere reportedly changed when the pastor asked the bride the traditional question: whether she accepted the man standing before her as her husband. Instead of responding with the expected “I do,” the bride reportedly answered, “I don’t.” The unexpected response reportedly left the church in silence. While some guests initially thought she was joking, the groom was said to ha...

A Lagos restaurant has reportedly been left with a staggering ₦324,000 bill after a man allegedly spent more than two months eating meals at the establishment without making payment. According to a video circulating online, the man would reportedly visit the restaurant almost daily, order food worth about ₦6,000, eat and leave without paying. The restaurant owner claimed that the suspect usually came when she was away, leaving her staff to attend to him. She said the alleged unpaid meals accumulated to approximately ₦324,000 over a period of more than two months. The man was reportedly apprehended after his alleged activities came to light. A security personnel who spoke in the viral video claimed that the suspect had recently spent six months in a correctional centre after allegedly stealing ₦250,000 from his former employer. KELEBABA COMPUTERS Sponsored link by kelebaba. Dealers on Laptops and Computers Accessories 📍 HEAD OFF...

Kidnappers who abducted National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members travelling from Bayelsa State to Abuja have reportedly demanded ₦20 million for each victim , following an attack on two buses in Ofu Local Government Area of Kogi State. The corps members were returning from the NYSC three-week orientation programme in Kolokuma/Opokuma Local Government Area of Bayelsa State when armed men reportedly attacked their vehicles along the Aloma–Egane Expressway in Kogi State. The attack occurred at about 4:40 p.m. on Wednesday, August 26 , around Ogene Zaria, near the Ogene Zaria–Onicha-Igo Junction. According to the Kogi State Police Command, the gunmen emerged from the bush and blocked two buses travelling in opposite directions. Some passengers were abducted, while others escaped into the surrounding bush. Following a distress call, the Divisional Police Officer in Ofu led a joint security team to the scene. Two abandoned vehicles—a white Peace Mass Transit Hummer bus a...

What appeared to be an ordinary tenancy arrangement in Jalingo, Taraba State, allegedly turned into a frightening child-trafficking plot after two women suspected of human trafficking were arrested while attempting to take three young girls out of the state. The incident, which has raised fresh concerns about the safety of children and the danger posed by strangers who gain access to residential communities, occurred in Jalingo. According to reports, the two suspects had reportedly rented a room in the same compound where the parents of the children lived about two weeks before the incident. The women allegedly gained the confidence of the children's mothers before making their move. On the morning of the incident, the suspects reportedly asked the mothers to allow the three girls to accompany them to the market. Instead, the women allegedly took the children to a motor park in Jalingo, where they arranged transportation towards Adamawa State. Their alleged plan w...

Manchester City have moved to the front of the race for Liverpool forward Cody Gakpo , with reports suggesting the Netherlands international has chosen a sensational move to the Etihad Stadium. The 27-year-old winger has reportedly decided against joining Tottenham Hotspur and is now pushing towards a switch to Manchester City, with negotiations between the two Premier League giants continuing as the transfer deadline approaches. Sky Sports reports that City have opened talks with Liverpool over a potential deal. The developing transfer saga could become one of the biggest stories of the summer window. Reports indicate that Manchester City are preparing an offer worth around £85 million for Gakpo, although Liverpool still have the final say on whether their star forward will be allowed to leave. Gakpo joined Liverpool from PSV Eindhoven in 2023 and has established himself as an important attacking player at Anfield. His versatility, physical strength and a...