The Nigeria Police Force in Ogun and Lagos states launched "Operation Kosaye," a joint security initiative aimed at addressing insecurity. The operation, initiated by the Inspector-General of Police with support from both state governments, has resulted in the rescue of five kidnapped victims, the killing of four suspected kidnappers, and the arrest of 88 criminal suspects. Ogun State Commissioner of Police, Bode Ojajuni, and his Lagos State counterpart, Fatai Tijani, stated that "Kosaye," meaning "there is no hiding place for criminals" in Yoruba, is designed to clear forests, criminal hideouts, and border communities used by kidnappers. Recovered items include AK-47 rifles, pump-action guns, locally made pistols, ammunition, and communication equipment. The operation has dismantled several criminal camps and cleared forest corridors, and authorities assure residents that the increased security presence is part of an ongoing offensive against criminal elements. Both commissioners praised the support from Governors Dapo Abiodun and Babajide Sanwo-Olu and expressed confidence that this collaborative security model could be replicated elsewhere to tackle cross-border crimes.
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Kano State Governor Abba Yusuf announced his administration's full commitment to securing victory for President Bola Tinubu and the All Progressives Congress APC in the 2027 general elections. Speaking at an interactive session in Kano, Governor Yusuf stated that Kano would mobilize overwhelming support for Tinubu's re-election. He directed all political appointees who are not yet members of the APC to register immediately, emphasizing that every government official must identify with the ruling party and contribute to strengthening its structures. The Governor reaffirmed his administration's resolve to ensure APC victories across all levels, from presidential to local government elections. To motivate political office holders, Governor Yusuf approved the allocation of plots of land to over 300 political aides, including Senior Special Assistants, Special Assistants, Senior Special Reporters, Special Reporters, and Personal Assistants, along with a payment of N100,000 to each beneficiary. The Speaker of the Kano State House of Assembly, Ismail Falgore, highlighted the importance of promoting President Tinubu's achievements, while Kano APC Chairman Umar Haruna Doguwa expressed the party's readiness for the 2027 elections. Attendees at the meeting passed a vote of confidence on President Tinubu and Governor Yusuf, pledging intensified grassroots mobilization for APC's success.

United States President Donald Trump revealed a new commemorative US passport design, which includes his portrait, to mark America's 250th anniversary. The design, shared on his Truth Social platform, features Trump seated behind the Resolute Desk with the Declaration of Independence text in the background and his signature. The opposite page displays John Trumbull's painting, "The Declaration of Independence." This new design appears to be based on Trump's portrait in the Smithsonian National Portrait Gallery. The White House also shared this rendering on its official X account. The limited-edition passport was initially announced in April as part of the 250th-anniversary celebrations and was described as having custom artwork and enhanced images. A State Department official previously indicated that this commemorative passport would be the default version for in-person renewals at the Washington Passport Agency, while other applications would receive the existing design. The current US passport features Percy Moran's painting of Francis Scott Key.
Must ReadUnited States President Donald Trump stated on Friday in Washington that the US military has ended the killing of Christians in Nigeria. He claimed that American intervention played a significant role in stopping attacks against Christian communities, particularly in areas affected by insurgency and extremist activities. President Trump described the situation before the alleged intervention as severe, with thousands of innocent people, including women, children, and the elderly, reportedly killed in brutal attacks. He added that the military action significantly weakened those responsible for the attacks, stating that their leaders were eliminated.