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The Nigerian army has freed the widow of an ex-general who died in captivity. Nigerian authorities have released the widow of a former general.

The Nigerian army has freed 260 captives from Boko Haram militants. The operation took place in complex security conditions involving kidnapping and money laundering. The captives were rescued from various locations across Nigeria, where the group has been active. Boko Haram has freed hundreds of women and children who were abducted in March from an area near Cameroon. The group's mountain hideout was used for the captives. The operation took place in a region previously controlled by the militant group. The captives were liberated in a military operation in the northeastern part of the country. The operation was planned and prepared for an extended period. The freed individuals are receiving necessary support. Pope Leo XIV was also mentioned in relation to the event. This operation represents a effort in combating the insurgency and rescuing civilians.

Nigeria is experiencing an outbreak of Yellow Fever, prompting health authorities to issue advisories. The extent of the outbreak and specific regions affected are still being assessed. Health authorities are responding to the situation, but further details on the scale of the outbreak are limited.

The Inspector-General of Police (IGP) has been petitioned to investigate the police's role in a dispute involving Ostara Farms and the Okpogho Community. The petition was filed by the Rule of Law and Accountability Advocacy Centre (RULAAC).

Nigeria's NDC party has named Peter Obi as its presidential candidate for the 2027 elections.

Bandits attacked worshippers in Ori-Oke Ajaiye, near Ikiran village in Ekiti Local Government Area of Kwara State. Three worshippers were killed and 15 were abducted during the attack. Gunmen killed three worshippers and abducted 15 others in Kwara, Nigeria. The incident occurred in the Ekiti LGA.

Nigerian artist Ilbless is pioneering a new cultural movement known as 'Ebo Boy'. The movement is gaining traction within the Nigerian music and art scene.

US and Nigerian forces conducted strikes that eliminated the second in command of ISIS. The operation targeted ISIS leadership in Nigeria.

The town of Bille in Nigeria is experiencing a serious health emergency. Since October 2025, methane gas has been bubbling in local water sources and drinking wells, attributed to abandoned oil and gas infrastructure near the town.