SportSuper Eagles play out 2-2 draw with Poland in international friendly

SportSuper Eagles play out 2-2 draw with Poland in international friendlyPublished on June 3, 2026By Ifreke Inyang 

Nigeria conceded a late equalizer to draw 2-2 with Poland in an international friendly on Wednesday night.

Eric Chelle is using the matches to try out new players, while the Poles are preparing for the 2026 World Cup.

It was the Super Eagles who took the lead in the first half, thanks to a well-worked goal.

Moses Simon raced into the box and set up Terem Moffi to make it 1-0.

Poland equalized just before half time, after a corner-kick fell to Kacper Potulski to smash in.

Nigeria again went in front, with Paul Onuachu calmly slotting home a penalty kick.

But Przemyslaw Wisniewski ensured that the game ended in draw, firing in an effort from outside the box that flew past Maduka Okoye.

Kidnappers: They were debating if they should kill us or not; their leader almost shot one—Victim

Kidnappers: They were debating if they should kill us or not; their leader almost shot one—Victim

In a video shared by Obaland TV on Wednesday June 3, 2027, bodies of two kidnapped victims have been recovered by the Edo State Police Command in Ovia North-East Local Government Area of Edo State.

Reports gathered that unidentified gunmen had invaded the residence of Favour Nosakhare (66), Mrs. Emmanuel Annabel Osasere (28), and Miss Rejoice Otikpere (26), abducting them and demanding a ransom in exchange for their release.

The kidnappers also abducted more victims, but after engaging in a gun duel with police officers, they fled their hideouts and one of the culprits was arrested with a gunshot wound.

However, in the video, one of the kidnapped victims who spoke under anonymity recalled her chilling experience, narrating how the kidnappers debated if they should murder their victims or not, and in the process, the gang leader almost shot one of his colleagues.

In the video, the victim said, "They were debating if they should kill us or not; their leader almost shot one."

Bandits: I Visited Their Camp in Gombe; Some Told Me 'Even if You Jail Me, I Will Still Return -John Enenche

Bandits: I Visited Their Camp in Gombe; Some Told Me 'Even if You Jail Me, I Will Still Return -John Enenche

Retired Major General and former Defence spokesperson, John Enenche, has raised concerns over Nigeria's rehabilitation and reintegration programme for former terrorists, revealing that some participants openly expressed their intention to return to insurgent activities.

Speaking during an interview on Channels Television on June 3, 2026, Enenche said his personal experience assessing former insurgents in rehabilitation camps left him doubtful about the effectiveness of the current approach.

The retired military officer recounted being part of an assessment team that visited camps housing former terrorists in locations including Gombe. According to him, some of the individuals undergoing rehabilitation admitted they remained committed to their former causes despite being enrolled in government-backed deradicalisation programmes.

“I was part of a team that visited their camps in Gombe and elsewhere to assess them. Some told me: ‘Even if you take me to prison and bring me out, I am still going back to join them,’” Enenche said.

His remarks came as he discussed the merits and shortcomings of rehabilitation initiatives designed to reintegrate repentant terrorists and bandits into society. While acknowledging that rehabilitation and reintegration are recognised international practices, Enenche argued that Nigeria must critically evaluate whether such programmes are achieving their intended objectives.

The former Defence spokesperson suggested that authorities should reconsider existing approaches where evidence indicates that participants remain committed to violent extremism. He maintained that individuals who continue to pose security threats should not be treated as genuinely reformed simply because they have entered rehabilitation programmes.

Enenche's comments add to the broader national debate over the effectiveness of initiatives such as Operation Safe Corridor, which was established to deradicalise and reintegrate former insurgents who surrender to security forces.

His intervention comes amid renewed concerns over insecurity across several parts of the country, with kidnappings, bandit attacks and insurgent violence continuing to challenge security agencies despite ongoing military operations.

Oyo Assembly rejects negotiation with terrorists, commends Gov. Makinde

Oyo Assembly rejects negotiation with terrorists, commends Gov. Makinde

Oyo Assembly rejects negotiation with terrorists, commends Gov. Makinde

Members of the Oyo State House of Assembly have rejected calls for the state government to negotiate with kidnappers holding dozens of schoolchildren and teachers abducted in Ogbomoso, insisting that security agencies should instead intensify rescue efforts to secure their release.

On May 15, suspected bandits attacked three schools in Oriire Local Government Area, abducting about 39 pupils and seven teachers.

The crisis worsened days later when one of the abducted teachers, Michael Oyedokun, was reportedly killed by the kidnappers.

In a recent video shared on Instagram, Rachael Alamu, Principal of Community High School, Esiele, and one of the abductees, said the kidnappers had threatened to kill another victim and appealed to authorities to urgently negotiate for their release.

The abduction sparked widespread outrage, leading to nationwide protests over the past two days by members of the Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT) and other stakeholders.

However, during plenary on Wednesday, lawmakers maintained that the priority should be the safe rescue of the victims through sustained security operations rather than dialogue with the abductors.

Speaking during the session, Adebo Ogundoyin, Speaker of the House, warned that negotiating with kidnappers could embolden criminal groups, encourage further attacks, and strengthen criminal networks.

Ogundoyin acknowledged the pain and trauma being experienced by the victims’ families but urged residents to continue supporting the efforts of security agencies and the Oyo State Government to secure the release of the abductees.

According to reports, the Speaker argued that engaging armed groups would send the wrong message and potentially worsen the security situation.

He stressed that security agencies must remain committed to coordinated operations, intelligence-driven interventions, and sustained pressure on the kidnappers until all the victims are freed.

The lawmakers also directed the Ministry of Education, Science and Technology and the Oyo State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB) to immediately assess the security situation in schools located near forests and border communities.

They further called for the installation of solar-powered lighting systems, perimeter fencing, and surveillance cameras in high-risk schools, as well as the development of a comprehensive emergency response framework for schools across the state.

In addition, the Assembly mandated its Committee on Security and Strategy to visit Oriire Local Government Area for an on-the-spot assessment and to recommend urgent legislative measures.

The resolutions followed a motion of urgent public importance moved by Johnson Ogundele, the lawmaker representing Oriire State Constituency, shortly after the House resumed from its Eid-el-Kabir recess.

The motion was titled: “Urgent Need for the Executive Arm of Government Through Its Security Architecture to Proactively Nip in the Bud the Spike and Recurring Bandit Attacks on Oriire Communities Since the Beginning of 2026 and to Intensify Rescue and Manhunt Operations to Secure the Release of the Abductees of the Recent Attack on Esiele, Oyo and Yawota Communities.”

Presenting the motion, Ogundele noted that Oriire had suffered repeated attacks since January, including an earlier assault on the National Park Service office in Oloka Village, where five forest guards were killed.

He commended Governor Seyi Makinde for his swift response, deployment of security operatives, rescue efforts, and visits to the affected communities.

Ogundele also urged the government to strengthen support for security agencies and consider establishing a permanent military presence around vulnerable communities and forest corridors.

The Majority Leader of the House, Sanjo Adedoyin, who seconded the motion, called on the Federal Government to accelerate plans for the establishment of state police.

The debate comes amid growing concerns over rising insecurity across Oyo State.

Earlier on Wednesday, gunmen abducted Olaide John-Paul, the younger sister of former Minister of Power Adebayo Adelabu, along with her twin sons, Peter and Paul, in Ibadan, the state capital.

Oyo Abduction: When We Saw That Woman Crying, The Way She Was Behaving, You'd Come To Tears–Abdulfatai Buhari

Oyo Abduction: When We Saw That Woman Crying, The Way She Was Behaving, You'd Come To Tears–Abdulfatai Buhari

According to a report by Premium Times on Wednesday, June 3, 2026, Senator Abdulfatai Buhari, representing Oyo North Senatorial District, has disclosed that kidnappers who abducted schoolchildren and teachers in Orire Local Government Area of Oyo State reportedly tied as many as eight children together on a single motorcycle while moving them into a nearby forest.

He explained that the attackers carried out the operation in a highly coordinated manner, using force and weapons to control the victims as they were taken away, the senator said the incident reflects the level of brutality involved in the abduction.

He stated that the armed men, who were carrying machine guns, escorted the abducted pupils and teachers deep into the forest.

According to him, the victims were moved under tight control, with the children bound together and placed on motorcycles in a way that made escape impossible during the journey into the forest area.

Buhari further noted that the kidnappers did not only transport the victims but also documented their actions.

He explained that during the operation, the attackers were seen recording videos as they moved through the area, seemingly capturing the abduction process while advancing deeper into the forest with the hostages.

Speaking at the National Assembly on Wednesday while addressing journalists, the senator, a member of the All Progressives Congress (APC), provided a detailed account of the incident.

He said his remarks were based on information surrounding the abduction that took place in Esiele community within Orire Local Government Area, stressing the disturbing nature of the event as reported.

He also drew distinctions between the Esiele incident and other high-profile school kidnappings in Nigeria.

Buhari stated that the abduction should not be compared with the Chibok schoolgirls’ case in Borno State or more recent school kidnappings recorded in Niger State, noting that the circumstances and execution were significantly different.

According to him, the situation in Esiele reflected a deeply troubling pattern involving armed movement of victims through difficult terrain and the use of motorcycles to transport abducted persons in a highly coordinated manner.

He maintained that the details of the incident pointed to a distinct operational approach by the attackers.

“When we saw that woman, no matter who you are, the moment the woman was crying, the way she was behaving, you would come to tears. The situation in Esiele is different. It’s even different from the Chibok girls. Imagine somebody doing his own morning job, carrying somebody from Yawota. It’s a five-minute drive with an Okada N50, and they thought he was chasing them and was shot on the head,” he said.

He's a foolish man, I'm saying that in front of his office. He's lucky, I didnt meet him - Sowore

He's a foolish man, I'm saying that in front of his office. He's lucky, I didnt meet him - Sowore

A fresh wave of controversy has erupted in Nigeria’s public discourse following a sharp exchange between human rights activist Omoyele Sowore and the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, over comments related to insecurity in the country. The disagreement has once again highlighted the deep tensions surrounding how leaders address the growing concerns of safety and national security.

The issue began after Wike reportedly advised Nigerians not to politicize insecurity, a statement that quickly drew reactions from various quarters. Among the most vocal critics was Omoyele Sowore, who did not hold back in expressing his dissatisfaction with the minister’s position. Speaking passionately, Sowore challenged both the tone and substance of Wike’s remarks, accusing him of hypocrisy and insensitivity to the realities faced by citizens.

Sowore’s reaction was intense and direct, reflecting frustration over what he perceives as a disconnect between political leaders and the experiences of ordinary Nigerians. He argued that insecurity cannot be separated from politics, especially when governance decisions play a major role in shaping the country’s security landscape.

In his words, Omoyele Sowore said:

“He's a foolish man, I'm saying that in front of his office. He's lucky, I didn't meet him here when he was saying that rubbish revolution. He said we should not politicize insecurity when himself is a product of the politics of insecurity. Before I got here this morning, I was informed by members of the Nigeria union of teachers FCT chapters that they will be having a protest today to fight for those kids that are all held up in terrorist camp in Oyo State's.”

His statement has since sparked widespread reactions, with supporters and critics debating both his choice of words and the issues he raised. While some believe his remarks draw attention to urgent national concerns, others argue that the language used may further inflame already tense political conversations.

At the center of the discussion is the broader question of how Nigeria addresses insecurity and the role of political leadership in shaping both perception and response. The mention of kidnapped children and planned protests by concerned groups adds emotional weight to the issue, underscoring the human cost behind policy debates.

As the conversation continues to unfold, the exchange between Sowore and Wike serves as a reminder of the passionate, and often polarizing, nature of Nigeria’s political environment. It also reflects the urgency with which citizens and activists are demanding accountability, clarity, and decisive action in tackling one of the country’s most pressing challenges.

Biafra: "I Saw A Headless Man & I Thought I Was Dreaming, I Saw Kids Whose Arms Were Cut Off" –Nwoke

Biafra: "I Saw A Headless Man & I Thought I Was Dreaming, I Saw Kids Whose Arms Were Cut Off" –Nwoke

Sasa Nwoke, a Biafran War veteran, has stated that shortly before the Nigerian Civil War began, he saw a train arrive in the East full of passengers crying and screaming

In a video shared by BBC News Africa, Nwoke said he saw in the train the body of a man whose head had been cut off. He said he initially thought he was dreaming.

Nwoke further stated that he saw children whose hands and legs were cut off among the passengers on the train. He said on that day, God told him a gruesome war was imminent

In Nwoke's words: "This particular day I saw a train coming down. As the train stopped, you could hear the screeching of the brakes and everybody was crying, shrieking, wailing. All of a sudden I saw a headless man, I thought I was dreaming. I looked again and I saw kids, they chopped off their arms and chopped off their legs"