Mrs. Alamu Folawe, the vice principal who was abducted alongside other victims in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State, has appealed to Nigerians to stop spreading what she described as false reports about the demands of their captors.

In a video released while still in captivity, Folawe expressed concern over media reports claiming that the kidnappers were demanding a huge ransom, weapons, or the implementation of Sharia law.

According to her, the reports are inaccurate and only serve to complicate efforts aimed at securing their freedom.

Speaking in the video, she said:

“It seems that some people are making our problem to be complicated, we were shown some print media where it was stated that this people that abducted us requested for release of some people, they requested for billion naira, they requested for sharia to be entrenched to the country this are not true, they are just trying to create problems for us we have been here since, we have not been forced to worship in islamic way we have been left alone they have not. troubled us concerning that…..

They are not asking for sharia law, they are not asking for money the single thing they are asking for is the release of some of their people I Don’t know why they are peddling this rumours to make it complicated for us…..

Please we are just begging you dont play politics with our lives Nigerians please help us to circulate thi, Let it go viral……

they are not asking for sharia law its nto true, they are not asking for weapons they are not asking for money all they want is the release of some people.”

Folawe urged Nigerians to help share her message widely, insisting that misinformation about the kidnappers’ demands could make the situation more difficult for those being held.

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They are not asking for money or Sharia law. Please stop playing politics with our lives, they only want the release of their people — Abducted Oyo vice principal cries out pic.twitter.com/Zpq5DuA7pD

— Iamelizabeth (@elizabethblogng) June 8, 2026

The Oyo State Government has demolished a three-bedroom bungalow allegedly used by kidnappers to hold the sister of former Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, and her twin sons.

The property, located in the Lako Community along the Aiyegun-Anaye Road area of Ibadan, was reportedly being used as a hideout by the criminal gang responsible for the abduction.

The demolition exercise was carried out on Monday by officials of the Oyo State Ministry of Public Works and Transportation, with support from operatives of the Nigeria Police Force.

Authorities visited the site as part of ongoing efforts to combat kidnapping and other criminal activities across the state.

A young man has tragically lost his life after drowning in a swimming pool while reportedly trying to impress his girlfriend in Keumbu, Kisii County, Kenya.

The incident was said to have occurred at a village park where the victim had visited with his girlfriend.

According to reports, the young man did not know how to swim and had no prior swimming experience. However, in an attempt to impress his partner, he reportedly entered the deeper end of the swimming pool while pretending to be confident in the water.

Unfortunately, he was unable to stay afloat and eventually drowned before help could arrive.

It was also reported that no lifeguards were present at the time of the incident, which delayed any immediate rescue efforts.

By the time assistance could have been provided, it was already too late to save him.

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A young man has tragically lost his life after drowning in a swimming pool while reportedly trying to impress his girlfriend in Keumbu, Kisii County, Kenya.

The incident was said to have occurred at a village park where the victim had visited with his girlfriend.

According to… pic.twitter.com/9El5qbwIr3

— Iamelizabeth (@elizabethblogng) June 8, 2026

The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Houston office has issued a public wanted notice for a man identified as Saad Said, a federal fugitive accused of large-scale fraud and evading a prison sentence.

According to the FBI, Saad Said failed to surrender in 2021 to serve a 30-month prison sentence after being convicted of defrauding victims of more than $1 million.

Authorities say the suspect remains at large and is believed to still be active in fraudulent activities within the Houston and Galveston areas.

In its public alert, FBI Houston stated:

“#WANTED Saad Said is a federal fugitive who failed to surrender for his 30-month prison sentence in 2021 after defrauding victims out of more than $1 million.

Investigators believe he may use wigs to alter his appearance and continues to commit fraud in the Houston/Galveston area.
Help FBI Houston and the U.S. Marshals apprehend Saad Said by calling 1-800-CALL-FBI with any tips!”

The Nigerian Police Force has successfully rescued Mrs. Olaide Busayo Adegoke John-Paul, the younger sister of former Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, alongside her 12-year-old twin sons, Peter and Paul, following a kidnapping incident in Ibadan, Oyo State.

The victims were abducted at about 7:30 a.m. on June 3, 2026, in the Challenge area of Ibadan South West Local Government Area while Mrs. John-Paul was reportedly on her way to drop her children at school.

During the rescue operation, police operatives engaged the suspected kidnappers in a gun duel, which led to the neutralisation of two members of the criminal gang. Two firearms were also recovered from the scene.

According to police sources, sustained intelligence gathering and tactical pressure forced the kidnappers into a confrontation with security operatives, ultimately resulting in the successful rescue of the victims.

Authorities confirmed that the rescued victims have been taken to safety and are receiving appropriate care following the traumatic experience.

The police have intensified efforts to track down other members of the gang who reportedly escaped during the operation, as investigations continue into the kidnapping network operating within the area.

The terrorists responsible for the abduction of teachers and pupils from three schools in Oyo State have reportedly outlined a series of conditions that must be met before the remaining victims can regain their freedom.

The attack occurred on May 15 when armed terrorists invaded schools located in the Esinele, Yawota and Alawusa communities of Oriire Local Government Area.

The incident drew national attention days later after a disturbing video emerged on May 17 showing one of the kidnapped teachers, Michael Oladokun, being killed by his captors. Oladokun was a mathematics teacher at Community High School, Ahoro-Esinele.

Reacting to the development, Seyi Makinde described the teacher’s death as deeply painful and condemned the attack.

According to reports, the terrorists are now demanding four major concessions before releasing the remaining hostages. These include the release of two detained terrorist commanders, payment of a ransom, the provision of two Hilux vehicles, and the implementation of Sharia-related laws.

The two commanders reportedly being sought by the group are Mahmud Usman and his deputy, Abubakar Abba.

Both men are alleged leaders of Jama’atu Ansarul Muslimeena Fii Bilaadis Sudan (JAMBS), a faction that split from Boko Haram. Authorities accuse them of supporting terrorist activities across Nigeria between 2013 and 2015 and linking them to the 2022 prison break at Kuje Correctional Centre.

The suspects were arrested between May and July 2025 and are currently facing terrorism-related charges before the Federal High Court in Abuja. Their trial reportedly began on January 15, 2026.

Mahmud Usman was previously sentenced to 15 years imprisonment on September 11, 2025, after pleading guilty to illegal mining charges. Prosecutors said he admitted that proceeds from the mining activities were used to acquire weapons and support kidnapping and terrorist operations.

Despite the conviction, he continues to face additional terrorism-related charges and remains in the custody of the Department of State Services (DSS).

His deputy, Abubakar Abba, pleaded not guilty to all charges brought against him and is still standing trial before the same court.

In addition to demanding the release of the commanders, the terrorists are reportedly seeking a ransom of ₦1 billion. Reports claim the money is expected to be paid into a bank account located in the Republic of Benin, although this information has not been independently verified.

Iran has demanded the release of $24 billion in frozen assets as part of any future peace agreement with the United States, according to a senior Iranian official who also warned that renewed military action could escalate tensions across several strategic waterways.

Speaking in an exclusive interview with CNN in Tehran on Friday, June 5, Mohsen Rezaei, a military adviser to Supreme Leader Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei, said negotiations between both countries have stalled and that the next move must come from Washington.

“The negotiations are at a deadlock and (US President Donald) Trump must break this deadlock,” Rezaei said. “The ball is in Trump’s court.”

According to Rezaei, Iran wants the United States to release $12 billion in frozen funds immediately after an interim agreement is reached, with an additional $12 billion to be released at a later stage.

He described the proposed release of the funds as a crucial trust-building measure between both nations.

“If he (Trump) wants to reach an agreement with Iran, this $24 billion is a test of trust that Iran wants to have with Trump – this is a test that America must pass and the path will be opened,” he said. “This is our own money, not America’s money.”

However, the proposal may face resistance in Washington. US officials reportedly fear that unfreezing Iranian assets at this stage could weaken America’s negotiating position. President Trump has repeatedly emphasized that any new agreement with Iran must be significantly stronger than the 2015 nuclear deal and has criticized previous financial settlements made with Tehran.

During the interview, Rezaei also issued a warning about the possibility of renewed military conflict. He said Iran would expand its response beyond the Persian Gulf if the United States resumed hostilities.

“We will drag the war” beyond the region, he warned, suggesting that military operations could extend from the Strait of Hormuz to the Indian Ocean, the Bab al-Mandab Strait, the Red Sea and even the Mediterranean Sea.

“We will give another dimension to the war by attacking these other American bases that we have been attacking so far,” he said, although he added that “the possibility of war is low.”

Rezaei also dismissed the possibility of a face-to-face meeting between Trump and Iran’s Supreme Leader.

“This will not happen, right now we are in the first stage of negotiations and Mr. Trump has brought the negotiations to a standstill. This will not happen.”

His remarks came shortly after Trump said that he and Khamenei “seem to be getting along well” and that he would be “honored” to meet him.

Addressing the strategic Strait of Hormuz, Rezaei reiterated Iran’s position that the country shares authority over the vital shipping route with Oman. The waterway remains one of the world’s most important energy transit corridors, carrying a significant portion of global oil and liquefied natural gas exports.

Rezaei stated that Iran and Oman would jointly manage the strait and argued that Tehran should not shoulder the financial burden of maintaining it alone. He suggested that Iran would seek maintenance fees for its role in managing the route.

A veteran figure within Iran’s political and military establishment, Rezaei served as commander of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) from 1981 to 1997 after fighting in the Iran-Iraq War. He later became a member of the Expediency Council, which advises the Supreme Leader, and also served as vice president under former President Ebrahim Raisi. Despite running for president four times, he was never elected.

Reflecting on the recent 40-day conflict involving the United States, Israel and Iran, Rezaei said Iran carried out retaliatory strikes against targets in 12 countries across the region, including military facilities, energy infrastructure and civilian locations.

He also questioned whether any future nuclear agreement with Trump would be sustainable, citing the US withdrawal from the 2015 nuclear deal and what he described as Trump’s strategy of maintaining ambiguity during negotiations.

Looking ahead, Rezaei insisted that Iran is prepared for the possibility of a direct military confrontation should diplomatic efforts collapse.

“Then the world will understand Iran’s true capabilities, because our land power is many times greater than our missiles.”

A Nigerian lady has taken to social media to cry out for help after her friend reportedly went missing while travelling from Akure to Ilorin.

According to her post, the victim had been missing since Monday, with no calls or messages received from her since she was last heard from.

She explained that efforts to reach the young woman had been unsuccessful, raising growing concern among friends and family members.

She wrote: “My friend as been missing since Monday, she left for Ilorin from Akure on Monday and ever since then we are unable to reach her. Pls help repost perhaps anyone might entered the bus with her🙏🏼🙏🏼😭😭😭😭😭 behind her is a mother crying to see her daughter and her siblings doing everything possible to find there sister friends and family aren’t left out either. Help repost please 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼”

In a later update, she revealed that the family of the missing lady was contacted by alleged abductors, who demanded a ransom of ₦40 million for her release.

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Several soldiers have reportedly been killed following an attack by Boko Haram insurgents on a military formation in Mandara-Girau, Biu Local Government Area of Borno State.

According to sources cited by Daily Trust, the attack occurred in the early hours of Friday, June 5, when heavily armed insurgents allegedly stormed the military base amid heavy rainfall.

A source familiar with the incident claimed that the attackers arrived in large numbers and caught the troops off guard, resulting in significant casualties.

“The terrorists arrived in very large numbers and took the troops by surprise, causing heavy casualties,” the source said.

Another source alleged that at least nine soldiers were killed during the assault, while several others sustained injuries.

The source said: “They killed nine soldiers and injured several others.”

Reports also indicate that part of the military formation was overrun during the attack.

A video reportedly obtained by journalists showed the bodies of several soldiers covered with blankets at the scene. However, the authenticity of the footage has not been independently verified.

As of the time of this report, the Nigerian military has not released an official statement regarding the incident.

Justice D.I. Dipeolu of the Federal High Court, Ikoyi, Lagos, has reserved ruling on the bail application filed by popular social media influencer and relationship therapist, Okoro Blessing Nkiruka, popularly known as Blessing CEO.

The court adjourned the matter and fixed Tuesday, June 9, 2026, for its decision on the bail request.

Blessing CEO is currently facing a two-count charge brought against her by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Lagos Zonal Directorate 1, over allegations of obtaining money by false pretence and stealing.

According to the EFCC, the charges involve an alleged sum of N36 million.

The relationship therapist and social media personality was arraigned before the court on May 15, 2026, following allegations that she obtained the money from a petitioner under the pretext of securing a property lease in the Lekki area of Lagos.

The case was previously adjourned to June 5 for the hearing of her bail application.

During Friday’s proceedings, counsel for both the prosecution and the defence presented their arguments before the court.

After listening to submissions from both parties, Justice Dipeolu reserved ruling on the application and scheduled June 9, 2026, for the court’s decision.

The case remains ongoing as the court prepares to determine whether the defendant will be granted bail pending further proceedings.