
Army investigates DSS memo leak and Tinubu shares Oyo rescue details
Top stories this morning include the Nigerian Army launching a probe into a leaked DSS intelligence memo about planned attacks in Adamawa and Borno. President Bola Tinubu explained his government’s approach to rescuing abducted schoolchildren in Oyo, emphasizing arrests over ransom. The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited has added over 1,000 young professionals to its workforce. Afrobeats star Davido and Osun State’s Teslim Igbalaiye also made headlines.
What we know
- The Nigerian Army is investigating how a classified DSS memo warning of attacks in Adamawa and Borno was leaked, causing public concern.
- President Bola Tinubu stated his government tracked and arrested kidnappers’ families in the Oyo school abduction case, refusing to pay ransom.
- The NNPC recruited over 1,000 young professionals after a year-long internship and training program.
- Davido revealed he now prefers a smaller entourage due to family responsibilities and lifestyle changes.
- Osun State SSG Teslim Igbalaiye was released by police after being arrested during a raid at his residence.