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SGF George Akume Officially Weds Former Ooni of Ife’s Wife, Queen Zaynab

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Senator George Akume, the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, has officially married Queen Zaynab Ngohemba, the former wife of the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi. The union was announced on Friday by Abraham Double-d Dajoh, a member of the Dajoh family, through a celebratory post on Facebook. The family, based in Mbakor, Benue State, described the marriage as “beautiful” and “uncommon,” formally welcoming Queen Zaynab into their fold. In the post, the Dajoh family shared their joy, writing: “We, the entire Dajoh Family, happily join our daddy, uncle, and brother, His Excellency, The Secretary To The Government Of The Federation, Sen. George Akume Jugu Dajoh, in welcoming his new and uncommon wife, Queen Zaynab Ngohemba-George Akume Dajoh, into the Dajoh family.” The statement also thanked supporters of the SGF and encouraged them to continue their loyalty, saying: “We appreciate and thank the fans and supporters of Sen. Akume for always standing by him. We enjoin everyone to continue to support his Excellency even in this beautiful union with Queen Zaynab.” Queen Zaynab, formerly known as Olori Wuraola during her 17-month marriage to the Ooni of Ife, which ended in 2017, was ceremonially welcomed into her new home in Mbakor with cultural reverence. The family highlighted the importance of their Tiv roots and the significance of Benue State, saying: “Welcome to Benue State, the Food Basket of the Nation; welcome to Mbakor, the seat of leadership of the Tiv nation; and welcome to the Dajoh family, the home of your darling husband. Welcome home, Queen Zaynab.” The announcement also coincided with the festive season, with the family extending holiday greetings: “We wish you all a happy Christmas Celebration and a Prosperous New Year.” Senator Akume, a former Governor of Benue State and a prominent figure in President Bola Tinubu’s administration, has sparked nationwide attention with his marriage to Queen Zaynab, a well-known humanitarian and former royal. When contacted, Akume’s spokesman, Yomi Odunuga, confirmed the marriage, clarifying that it is over a year old. He also dispelled claims that the wedding took place on December 24 in Gboko, explaining that the couple’s appearance at a Christmas event led to the misunderstanding.

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Police Arrest Two Banditry and Kidnapping Kingpins Linked to Crimes Across Four States

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Operatives of the Force Intelligence Department of the Nigeria Police Force have recorded a major breakthrough with the arrest of two suspected bandits and kidnapping leaders linked to violent crimes across Katsina, Zamfara, Niger and Kwara States. The arrests were disclosed in a statement released on Friday by the Force Public Relations Officer, CSP Benjamin Hundeyin. He said the operation was carried out on December 19, 2025, by the Force Intelligence Department–Intelligence Response Team, working in collaboration with the Kwara State Police Command. The suspects were apprehended during a covert operation along the Komen–Masallaci axis of Kaiama Local Government Area in Kwara State. They were identified as Abubakar Usman, also known as Siddi’m, aged 26, and Shehu Mohammadu, also known as Gide’m, aged 30. Both were arrested in Komen–Masallaci village. Police revealed that Abubakar Usman had recently been identified as the individual seen in a viral video circulating on social media, where he was allegedly displaying firearms and large sums of money. Items recovered from the suspects include a brand new red Honda Ace 125 motorcycle valued at ₦1.85 million, which investigators said was bought with ransom proceeds, ₦500,000 in cash believed to be unspent ransom money, and an AK-47 rifle with a magazine loaded with 20 rounds of live ammunition. Preliminary investigations indicate that the suspects are members of a dangerous banditry and kidnapping syndicate responsible for attacks across several states. Further findings also suggest that the group supplies arms and ammunition to other armed criminal gangs. The police said both suspects are cooperating with investigators to help track down other members of the network and recover additional weapons. The Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, praised the operatives involved for their professionalism and dedication, and reassured Nigerians of the Force’s commitment to dismantling criminal networks and strengthening national security. He also urged the public to continue providing timely and credible information to support ongoing police operations.

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Chinua Soludo Spreads Christmas Cheer by Paying Hospital Bills for Patients in Anambra

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Chinua Soludo, son of Anambra State Governor Professor Chukwuma Soludo, brightened the holiday season for patients in the state by paying off hospital bills at three medical facilities on Christmas Day. His visits included St. Joseph’s Hospital in Adazi Nnukwu (Anaocha LGA), General Hospital in Nnobi (Idemili South LGA), and General Hospital in Ekwulobia (Aguata LGA). At St. Joseph’s Hospital, he cleared the bills of more than five patients, including a woman who had been held after discharge; her ₦933,500 bill was fully settled. In Nnobi, he paid over ₦120,000 for a patient treated for acute malaria, allowing them to return home and celebrate Christmas with family. The goodwill extended to Ekwulobia General Hospital, where 10 women received help with their medical expenses and transportation, ensuring they could safely enjoy the holiday with their loved ones. Families and beneficiaries expressed profound gratitude, praying for blessings and protection for Soludo, and describing his gesture as a rare example of compassion and generosity. This is not the first time Chinua Soludo has carried out such charitable acts. Last year, he visited Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu Teaching Hospital in Awka, where he settled the bills of dozens of patients, further solidifying his reputation for philanthropy.

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Sokoto Residents Report Alleged Drone Strikes By US

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Residents of Tangaza and Tambuwal Local Government Areas in Sokoto State have reported what they believe were drone strikes on their communities, allegedly conducted by the United States military. An ARISE News correspondent gathered that one incident occurred in Jabo District of Tambuwal, a community previously untouched by insecurity. Locals said panic erupted when they spotted an object resembling a small aircraft approaching the area. One resident said they noticed the object while seated in their home. The reported strike left a large crater, and fire was seen at the site, but no houses were damaged and no injuries were recorded. Residents also recovered metal fragments, which they plan to hand over to authorities for investigation. In Tangaza, similar attacks were reported on suspected hideouts of the Lakurawa group. A local government official, who requested anonymity, said the strikes took place between 10 p.m. and midnight in Warriya and Alkasim villages. He added that the full impact, including potential civilian casualties, is yet to be determined. “Security operatives are expected to visit the affected areas in the morning to verify what happened,” he said. Despite these claims, several sources, including local authorities, stated that no airstrikes were recorded in eastern Sokoto State, a region long affected by banditry. Efforts to reach DSP Ahmad Rufa’i, spokesperson for the Sokoto State Police Command, for comment were unsuccessful.

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Sheikh Gumi Urges Nigerians to Embrace Peaceful Coexistence With Herdsmen to Prevent Security Risks

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Sheikh Ahmad Gumi has urged Nigerians to foster peaceful relations with herdsmen, warning that seeing them as enemies could worsen the country’s security challenges. In a video making rounds on social media, the Islamic cleric emphasized that herdsmen are a vital part of Nigerian society and should be treated as neighbours rather than adversaries. He cautioned that any animosity toward them could be exploited by individuals or groups seeking to destabilize communities. Gumi noted that unresolved tensions between herders and local populations risk being manipulated by actors who benefit from conflict. He stressed that learning to live together peacefully is key to safeguarding national unity and preventing insecurity. He stated: “Herdsmen are going nowhere. They are part of us, and we are part of them. We must learn to live together. They’re our neighbours, so we should never allow them to be our enemies. If we make that mistake, we’re finished, because our real enemies will use them against us.” “Herdsmen are going nowhere. They are part of us, and we are part of them. We must learn to live together and should never become enemies with them.” — Sheikh Gumi pic.twitter.com/i4Bbu6pgC6 — CHUKS 🍥 (@ChuksEricE) December 26, 2025

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Panic In Kwara As Explosions Rock Offa Hours After US Airstrikes In Nigeria

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Residents of Offa, Kwara State, were thrown into fear late Thursday night after explosions shook parts of the town, destroying property and raising security concerns, just hours after the United States carried out airstrikes on ISIS targets in northwest Nigeria. The blasts reportedly occurred around midnight on Christmas Day at two separate locations. Witnesses told The PUNCH that the first explosion affected buildings near the Eid praying ground, while a second occurred close to Solid Worth Hotel, about a five-minute walk from the first site. An undetonated device was reportedly discovered at the second location, prompting heightened security measures. The exact source and nature of the explosions were still unclear at the time of reporting. Confirming the incident, Chief Press Secretary to the Executive Chairman of Offa Local Government, Abiola Azeez Babatunde, said the council was aware of online reports about the explosions. “The Offa Local Government has taken note of reports circulating regarding a suspected ordnance-related incident that occurred in the precinct of Offa Yidi Praying Ground on December 25, 2025. The affected areas have been cordoned off by security agencies to allow for thorough investigation,” Babatunde said. He added that the Local Government Chairman, Suleiman Olatunji Omituntun, visited the scene immediately to assess the situation firsthand. “The Executive Chairman, Hon. Suleiman Olatunji Omituntun, visited the location immediately after the incident to assess the situation. Residents are urged to remain calm, vigilant, and law-abiding while security agencies carry out their investigations,” the statement added. A security source, who spoke on condition of anonymity, told The PUNCH that the objects that struck buildings in Offa were components from a missile, not conventional explosives. “There was an airstrike by the US in collaboration with the Nigerian government against terrorists in Sokoto. The operation involved more than a dozen Tomahawk cruise missiles launched from a US warship in the Gulf of Guinea. What was found in Offa is not a bomb but a component of a missile that was launched,” the source said. The explosions came shortly after US President Donald Trump confirmed airstrikes targeting ISIS positions in northwest Nigeria, particularly Sokoto State. While there is no official link between the US strikes and the Offa incident, the timing has heightened public anxiety, with residents calling for increased security and clarification from authorities. The Kwara State Police Public Relations Officer, SP Adetoun Ejire-Adeyemi, confirmed the incident, stating that investigations are ongoing. “Discrete investigations are ongoing to reveal exactly what happened. Please be patient,” she said. Offa is located roughly 540 to 550 kilometres from Sokoto. As of Friday morning, no casualties had been reported, and the state government and security agencies have yet to release a detailed statement on the explosions.

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Nigeria Gave Intelligence, Greenlight For US Terror Airstrike — Foreign Affairs Minister

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Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Yusuf Tuggar, has disclosed that Nigeria supplied the intelligence that led to the recent United States airstrike on terrorist targets in the country and also gave formal clearance before the operation was carried out. Tuggar made the revelation on Friday during an interview on Channels Television, a day after the US confirmed it had conducted the strike as part of its counter-terrorism operations. He explained that the strike was the product of ongoing security collaboration between Nigeria and the United States and had no religious undertone. “It’s Nigeria that provided the intelligence. I was on the phone yesterday for 19 minutes with Secretary of State Marco Rubio of the United States. We spoke extensively, and we agreed that I was going to speak with President Tinubu for President Tinubu to give the go-ahead,” Tuggar said. “And I did speak with him and it was agreed also that the statements that would follow would be statements that would show clearly that it is a strike against terrorism and that it is part of the ongoing joint operations between Nigeria and collaboration between Nigeria and the United States.” The minister said Nigeria has consistently sought stronger partnerships with the US and other countries to tackle terrorism, describing the strike as evidence of the Tinubu administration’s commitment to security. “Nigeria has remained consistent in its approach, which is to work with all partners that are committed to the fight against terrorism, irrespective of what religion, who the victims are, whether they are Muslims or Christians, and irrespective of what type of terrorism, be it terrorism being carried out in the name of one religion or the other, or indeed even banditry. So this is an ongoing process.” He added, “We have been working closely with the Americans. This is what we’ve always been hoping for: to work with the Americans, work with other countries to combat terrorism, to stop the death of innocent Nigerians. So this is a vindication of the Tinubu administration. “For those who thought that there was some foot-dragging or the government wasn’t doing enough, it is a clear indication that we are committed and we are prepared to work with all countries.” Tuggar stressed that the operation had nothing to do with religion, noting that its sole objective was the protection of lives. “It is not to do with religion, it is to do with protecting Nigerians and the innocent lives of either Nigerians or non-Nigerians. This was clear. We spoke twice. “We spoke for 19 minutes before the strike, and then we spoke again for another five minutes before it went on.” The US President, Donald Trump, had earlier confirmed that American forces carried out an airstrike targeting suspected terrorist elements in Nigeria.

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Ogun Police Arrest Eight Yoruba Nation Agitators Over Christmas Day Road Block, Assault On Officers

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The Ogun State Police Command has arrested eight people following a Christmas Day disturbance in Sango-Ota linked to the Democratic Republic of the Yoruba group. The suspects face charges including unlawful assembly, obstruction of traffic, and assault on police officers. The incident occurred on December 25 at Temidire Junction and the Under-Bridge area, where members of the group allegedly blocked roads, set bonfires, and disrupted traffic. DSP Oluseyi Babaseyi, the Police Public Relations Officer, confirmed the arrests in a statement on Friday. Babaseyi said, “On 25th December 2025, Christmas Day, a group agitating under the aegis of ‘Democratic Republic of the Yoruba’ unlawfully barricaded roads, set bonfires, disrupted traffic, and attacked police officers deployed to maintain law and order.” Police quickly mobilised to the area, dispersing the group and arresting Adewale Sosanya, 48; Opeyemi Oladotun, 31; Zara Gabriel, 22; Ajoke Gabriel, 19; Adewale Adebomojo, 48; Yusuf Tanimowo, 40; Olurotimi Ademola, 52; and Toyin Gabriel, 40. Items recovered from the suspects included a Toyota Dyna used to transport them, two broadcast speakers, a carton of flags, shirts with agitation inscriptions, and banners displaying their messages. The suspects will be arraigned in court after investigations are completed. CP Lanre Ogunlowo assured residents of the police’s commitment to maintaining security, warning that attacks on officers would be met with firm action. He urged the public to report suspicious activities through the Ogun State Police emergency lines.

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