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The Nigerian Army said troops from the 82 Division have dismantled a notorious camp associated with the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) and the Eastern Security Network (ESN) in Imo State.

In a statement shared on its official X handle, the Army said the troops acted on credible intelligence to carry out the operations on 24 April 2026 along the Ubaha Orsu axis of Orsu Local Government Area.

The operation was part of a strategic clearance and search mission aimed at dismantling the IPOB/ESN hideout in the region and locating the remains of two Nigerian Army personnel, Master Warrant Officer Linus Musa Audu and Private Gloria Mathew, who were brutally abducted and murdered by terrorists in May 2022 while on their way to their traditional wedding.

Upon receiving credible intelligence, the army reported that its troops advanced towards a suspected IPOB/ESN hideout, where they encountered heavy fire from armed criminals.

The statement said the troops engaged the terrorists decisively, successfully repelling multiple ambushes and forcing the criminals to retreat in chaos.

“The encounter further revealed the desperation and criminal nature of the group, which continues to target innocent citizens and security personnel alike,” the statement said.

After successfully clearing the camp, the Nigerian Army said the troops conducted a comprehensive search of the area, leading to the discovery of shallow graves believed to contain the remains of the slain personnel.

“The graves were carefully excavated, and the suspected remains were recovered,” the statement said.

The Nigerian Army confirmed that the recovered remains have been secured for detailed forensic analysis, including DNA testing, to definitively establish their identities.

“Efforts are also ongoing to liaise with the families of the fallen personnel to ensure proper identification and facilitate befitting burial arrangements in honour of their sacrifice.

“This operation not only underscores the Nigerian Army’s unwavering commitment to ensuring justice for fallen heroes but also highlights the continued degradation of IPOB/ESN criminal networks and infrastructure across the South East.

“The discovery of shallow graves within their camp further exposes the group’s heinous atrocities and disregard for human life.”

The Nigerian Army reassured the general public that ongoing operations will continue until all criminal elements are neutralised and lasting peace is restored across the region.

“We appreciate the law-abiding citizens for the information and urge you remain vigilant and continue to support security agencies with timely and credible information,” it added.

Nigerian Army recovers remains of soldier-couple murdered while traveling for traditional wedding

The maiden South-East Open Scrabble Championship has been concluded in Umuahia, with Abia State winning 18 games and recording 1 draw from 22 games to clinch the title.

Anambra State secured 2nd position with 16 wins and 1 draw, while Imo State finished 3rd after winning 14 games.

Enugu and Ebonyi states placed 4th and 5th, respectively, missing out on podium positions.

Declaring the championship closed, Abia State Commissioner for Sports and Youth Development, Nwaobilor Ananaba, represented by the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry, Mrs Jane Igwe, thanked Governor Alex Otti for providing the support for the state to host the championship.

The commissioner praised the players from the South-East states for remaining focused and for conducting themselves in a disciplined manner.

Also speaking, Abia State Director of Sports, Obioma George, thanked the athletes for travelling down from their different states to be part of the event, saying that new stars were discovered for the South-East states and Nigeria at large.

Speaking in an interview, the Most Valuable Player, MVP, of the championship, Chinedu Thorpe, encouraged young Nigerians to take up careers in scrabble as a way to channel their energies positively instead of taking to crime.

Abia wins maiden South-East Scrabble Championship

The Nigerian Army has recovered the remains of two soldiers, reportedly murdered by members of the outlawed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) and its armed affiliate, the Eastern Security Network (ESN), in Imo State.

In May 2022, Master Warrant Officer Linus Musa Audu and Private Gloria Mathew were abducted and murdered while en route to their traditional marriage.

A statement by the Army on Saturday, revealed that the discovery followed a clearance and search operation in the surrounding areas along the Ubaha Orsu axis of Orsu Local Government.

The Friday raid, the Army said, was not without challenges, because upon arriving at a suspected ESN hideout, its troops were attacked.

“Following the successful clearance of the camp, troops conducted a thorough search of the area and made a grim but important discovery of shallow graves suspected to contain the remains of the slain personnel.

“The graves were carefully excavated and suspected remains were recovered.

“The recovered remains have since been secured for detailed forensic analysis, including DNA testing, to conclusively establish their identities,” the statement read partly.

The Army said, there are ongoing efforts to liaise with the families to provide proper identification and facilitate befitting burial arrangements in honour of their sacrifice.

The development, the Army noted, not only underscores the continued war against the IPOB/ESN operations in the region, but it also exposes the group’s heinous atrocities and disregard for human life.

“The Nigerian Army reassures the general public that ongoing operations will continue until all criminal elements are neutralised and lasting peace is restored across the region,” the Army stated.

Imo: Army Recovers Remains Of Soldier Couple Slain Before Wedding is first published on The Whistler Newspaper

A new national resource center is to be established in Nigeria for people with sensory impairment.

This comes as the country’s humanitarian affairs and disaster management head, Bernard Doro, former Kano governor Abdullahi Ganduje and other humanitarian stakeholders rally support for the center’s establishment.

The minister, while highlighting the significance of the initiative, said, “People living with disabilities cannot continue to be ignored in Nigeria.

“We must move towards a future where accessibility is by design, moving away from retrofitting tools towards building universal platforms; digital must be the priority here. Technology should empower individuals to navigate the world on their own terms.”

On her part, Fatima Ganduje Abiola-Ajumobi, founder of Let’s Talk Humanity and pioneer of the center, said she is committed to making an impact on the lives of PWDs.

“A national resource center for those with sensory impairment to be able to tap into the international knowledge and the international resources that are available in the parts of the world that are much more developed than us when it comes to special needs,” she stated.

Earlier, Ganduje had called on Northern governors and the Nigerian government to invest in PWDs to halt the begging menace.

Nigeria to get new National Resource Center for PWDs

Heavy rainfall has caused widespread destruction in parts of Jalingo, the Taraba state capital, with the Mile Six axis identified as one of the worst affected areas following a prolonged downpour in the early hours of Saturday.

DAILY POST reports that the rain, which began around 3:00 a.m, lasted for several hours, triggering severe flooding across multiple neighborhoods in the city.

Recounting their ordeals, residents reported that the intensity and duration of the rainfall led to rising water levels that inundated homes and displaced property.

Particularly affected was the area surrounding Excellence International School, where floodwaters reportedly swept through residential compounds, leaving behind debris and extensive damage.

Residents who spoke to DAILY POST, described the situation as alarming, noting that water levels rose rapidly, giving residents little time to salvage their belongings.

Many residents expressed frustration over what they described as a persistent problem caused by poor drainage infrastructure. According to them, flooding in the area has become a recurring issue, even during less intense rainfall.

“We are tired of this happening every year,” a resident who identified himself Nasiru Illiya lamented after his home was partially submerged.

“The drainage systems here are either blocked or completely insufficient. Each time it rains heavily, we are at risk,” he said.

Preliminary reports indicate that several households suffered losses, including damaged personal belongings, washed out pathways, and, in some cases, structural damage to buildings.

Community members have also raised health concerns, warning that stagnant floodwaters could increase the risk of waterborne diseases if urgent measures are not taken to address the situation.

The incident has prompted renewed calls for immediate intervention by relevant authorities. Residents are urging both local and state governments to improve drainage systems and implement sustainable flood control strategies to reduce the impact of seasonal rains.

With the rainy season gaining momentum, there are growing fears that similar incidents may occur in other parts of the city if proactive steps are not taken to safeguard lives and property.

Severe flooding leaves trail of destruction in Taraba’s Jalingo

The Africa Center for Good Governance and Corruption Free Communities, a civic organization, has expressed concern that a civil matter against a human rights lawyer, Barrister Victor Giwa, and two others, has been turned into a criminal case by the Office of the Attorney General of the Federation.

The civic group raised the concern while asking the Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Prince Lateef Fagbemi, SAN, and the Director of Public Prosecution in the Ministry of Justice, Mr. Rotimi Oyedepo, to review the case.

In a statement by the Convener, Temitope Olubunmi Joseph, the CSO explained that the case began as a civil matter but was turned into a criminal matter by the former AGF, Abubakar Malami, SAN.

Calling for a thorough review of the matter to unravel the truth, the civic group expressed concern that the charge could be a witch hunt.

“This is supposed to be a civil matter; the question we should ask is, at what point did it turn into a criminal matter? We know the Honorable AGF Fagbemi and the DPP, Oyedepo, are yet to turn their minds to looking at the matter critically.

“We are using this medium to call on them to revisit this matter and call for a fresh investigation.

“The last administration in the ministry led by Malami used his office to intimidate and harass Giwa and his client, Cecil Osakwe, over a property owned y Osakwe, located at No. 1, Me Long Close, Maitama, Abuja.

“We plead with the AGF to once again look into the matter and order a fresh investigation, so as not to punish an innocent person,” the civil society organization said.

DAILY POST reports that a Federal Capital Territory (FCT) High Court presided by Justice Samira Bature had issued an arrest warrant against Giwa and a police official, Edith Erhunmuuse. They were to be arraigned with another defendant, Cecil Osakwe, on a nine-count charge marked FCT/HC/CR/222/2023, brought against them by the Office of the Attorney General of the Federation.

The charge accused the defendants of engaging in criminal conduct over alleged forceful eviction of occupants and property damage estimated at N300 million.

However, the civil society organization observed that the said eviction over which the defendants were charged was ordered by a court.

“Without the order of the High Court of the Federal Capital Territory, the eviction could not have been carried out,” the civic group said, while faulting the criminal prosecution.

CSO seeks review of civil matter turned to criminal case by AGF

The Nigerian Army has recorded another significant operational success in its sustained efforts to rid the South East of criminal elements, as troops of 82 Division, in conjunction with sister services and other security agencies, successfully dismantled a notorious camp belonging to the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) and its armed affiliate, the Eastern Security Network (ESN), in Imo State.

Acting on intelligence information, the operation, conducted on 24 April 2026 along the Ubaha Orsu axis of Orsu Local Government Area, was part of a deliberate clearance and search mission aimed at dismantling IPOB/ESN hideout within the region and  locating the remains of two personnel of the Nigerian Army, Master Warrant Officer Linus Musa Audu and Private Gloria Mathew, who were brutally abducted and murdered by IPOB/ESN terrorists in May 2022 while en route for their traditional wedding.

Acting on credible intelligence, troops advanced towards a suspected IPOB/ESN hideout when they came under heavy attack by armed criminals. Demonstrating  resilience, the troops decisively engaged the terrorists, successfully repelling multiple ambushes and forcing the criminals to flee in disarray. The encounter further exposed the desperation and criminal nature of the group, which continues to target innocent citizens and security personnel alike.

Following the successful clearance of the camp, troops conducted a thorough search of the area and made a grim but important discovery shallow graves suspected to contain the remains of the slain personnel. The graves were carefully excavated and suspected remains were recovered.

The recovered remains have since been secured for detailed forensic analysis, including DNA testing, to conclusively establish their identities. Efforts are also ongoing to liaise with the families of the fallen personnel to ensure proper identification and facilitate befitting burial arrangements in honour of their sacrifice.

This operation not only underscores the Nigerian Army’s unwavering commitment to ensuring justice for fallen heroes but also highlights the continued degradation of IPOB/ESN criminal networks and infrastructure across the South East. The discovery of shallow graves within their camp further exposes the group’s heinous atrocities and disregard for human life.

The Nigerian Army reassures the general public that ongoing operations will continue until all criminal elements are neutralised and lasting peace is restored across the region. We appreciate the Law-abiding citizens for the information and  urge  you remain vigilant and continue to support security agencies with timely and credible information.

The Nigerian Army remains resolute, professional and committed to defending the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Nigeria.

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and former governor of Rivers State, Rotimi Amaechi, have arrived Ibadan, Oyo State capital, ahead of the National Summit of all opposition parties.

DAILY POST reports that former governor of Anambra State, Peter Obi, and his Kano State counterpart, Rabiu Kwankwaso, alongside other opposition heavy weights, are expected in the summit.

They are being hosted by the Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, a member of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP.

Atiku, one of the opposition leaders jostling for the presidential ticket of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, for the 2027 election, posted the video of his arrival on his Facebook page.

In the video, a large crowd of supporters were seen welcoming the former vice president to Oyo State.

https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1EUCbo7jCF/

2027: Atiku, Amaechi, others arrive Ibadan as opposition leaders hold National Summit

An aspirant for the Nkanu East/Nkanu West Federal Constituency, Ernest Anene Onwa, has hailed the National Working Committee, NWC, of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, led by David Mark, for their courage which he said has made the party the preferred choice of well-meaning Nigerians.

Onwa, in a statement on Friday, also congratulated members of the newly elected executive committee of the ADC in Enugu State.

Onwa, who hails from Ozalla in Nkanu West Local Government Area of Enugu State, commended National Chairman of the ADC, former Senate President David Mark, “for leading the party through a successful convention”.

“I congratulate Professor Austin Akubue and Mr. Chukwujekwu Nebo, the newly elected Chairman and Secretary of our party in the (Enugu) state, as well as all other elected State Executive Committee members.

“I believe Prof. Akubue and his team will lead the party to victory in the 2027 elections in the state,” Onwa said in the statement.

Despite the controversy surrounding the party’s recent congresses and national convention, Onwa hailed the leaders of the party at the state and national level for going ahead to “successfully” conduct the exercises according to schedule.

The statement added, “I would like to congratulate the leaders of our party in the state Dr. Okwesilieze Nwodo, Professor Barth Nnaji, Dr. John Nwokeabia, and others for their leadership, steadfastness, and guidance, which resulted in the successful conduct of the ward, LGA, and state congresses.

“I cannot conclude this statement without paying tribute to the National Chairman of our great party, Senator David Mark, and the National Secretary, Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola, as well as the entire National Working Committee.

“Their courage and perseverance have made our party the preferred choice of every well-meaning Nigerian who desires change from the poor leadership bedevilling the country.”

DAILY POST reports that the ADC conducted ward and local government congresses across the country on April 9, 2026. The state congress followed on April 11, 2026, during which Prof. Austin Akubue was elected as the Enugu State Chairman.

The party then held its maiden National Convention under the leadership of David Mark on Tuesday, April 14, 2026. The leadership of the party under David Mark was ratified at the convention, while factional leaders, Nafiu Bala and a member of the House of Representatives, Leke Abejide, where expelled.

You made ADC party of choice for well-meaning Nigerians – Reps aspirant hails Mark-led NWC

Former Chelsea star, Chris Sutton, has predicted Arsenal’s Premier League clash with Newcastle United on Saturday evening.

Sutton also predicted Manchester United to play a draw against Brentford on Monday.

Stating his predictions for the Premier League match-day 34, the former footballer also tipped Liverpool to beat Crystal Palace at Anfield.

Sutton’s Premier League predictions, according to BBC Sport, are:

Liverpool 2-1 Crystal Palace

West Ham 1-1 Everton

Wolves 0-1 Tottenham

Arsenal 2-0 Newcastle United

Man United 1-1 Brentford

Meanwhile, Arsenal will go top of the Premier League table ahead of Manchester City if they beat Newcastle today.

At the moment, Man City are on top of the Premier League table on goals scored.

EPL: Chris Sutton predicts Man Utd vs Brentford, Arsenal vs Newcastle, others