NYT Report: Boko Haram, ISWAP Used ChatGPT, Gemini, Grok And Other AI Tools To Improve Bomb-Making
A new investigation by The New York Times has alleged that members of Boko Haram and the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) used artificial intelligence tools, including ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, Grok, and DeepSeek, to improve bomb-making techniques and strengthen their operational tactics.
The report, which cited research conducted by Antonia Juelich of the University…
https://thenaijawide.ng/2026/07/nyt-report-boko-haram-iswap-used-chatgpt-gemini-grok-and-other-ai-tools-to-improve-bomb-making/
A new investigation by The New York Times has alleged that members of Boko Haram and the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) used artificial intelligence tools, including ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, Grok, and DeepSeek, to improve bomb-making techniques and strengthen their operational tactics.
The report, which cited research conducted by Antonia Juelich of the University…
https://thenaijawide.ng/2026/07/nyt-report-boko-haram-iswap-used-chatgpt-gemini-grok-and-other-ai-tools-to-improve-bomb-making/
University HOD Arrested After Alleged Sex-for-Grades Trap Set By Student And Husband
A university lecturer has been handed over to the police after he was allegedly lured into a meeting by a married female student who accused him of repeatedly demanding sex in exchange for approving her academic project.
A video circulating on social media shows the lecturer pleading for mercy while being physically assaulted before he…
https://thenaijawide.ng/2026/07/university-hod-arrested-after-alleged-sex-for-grades-trap-set-by-student-and-husband/
A university lecturer has been handed over to the police after he was allegedly lured into a meeting by a married female student who accused him of repeatedly demanding sex in exchange for approving her academic project.
A video circulating on social media shows the lecturer pleading for mercy while being physically assaulted before he…
https://thenaijawide.ng/2026/07/university-hod-arrested-after-alleged-sex-for-grades-trap-set-by-student-and-husband/
Femi Branch Appeals To Politicians After Oyo Pupils’ Release, Says ‘Leave Innocent Children Out Of Politics’
Veteran Nollywood actor Femi Branch has appealed to Nigerian politicians to keep children out of political disputes, following the release of schoolchildren and teachers who spent 56 days in captivity after being abducted in Oyo State.
Reacting in a video shared online, the actor said Nigerian children are already facing enormous challenges due to economic…
https://thenaijawide.ng/2026/07/femi-branch-appeals-to-politicians-after-oyo-pupils-release-says-leave-innocent-children-out-of-politics/
Veteran Nollywood actor Femi Branch has appealed to Nigerian politicians to keep children out of political disputes, following the release of schoolchildren and teachers who spent 56 days in captivity after being abducted in Oyo State.
Reacting in a video shared online, the actor said Nigerian children are already facing enormous challenges due to economic…
https://thenaijawide.ng/2026/07/femi-branch-appeals-to-politicians-after-oyo-pupils-release-says-leave-innocent-children-out-of-politics/
Family Of Teacher Killed In Oyo School Kidnapping Begs FG To Recover His Body
The family of Michael Olugbade Oyedokun, the teacher who lost his life during the abduction of pupils and teachers in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State, has appealed to the Federal Government and security agencies to help recover his body.
In an emotional statement released after the remaining victims regained their freedom, the family…
https://thenaijawide.ng/2026/07/family-of-teacher-killed-in-oyo-school-kidnapping-begs-fg-to-recover-his-body/
The family of Michael Olugbade Oyedokun, the teacher who lost his life during the abduction of pupils and teachers in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State, has appealed to the Federal Government and security agencies to help recover his body.
In an emotional statement released after the remaining victims regained their freedom, the family…
https://thenaijawide.ng/2026/07/family-of-teacher-killed-in-oyo-school-kidnapping-begs-fg-to-recover-his-body/
Woman Says She Could Have Been In Sam Larry’s Accident Vehicle, Shares Emotional Story
A Nigerian woman has shared why she believes she narrowly escaped being involved in the recent road accident involving music promoter Sam Larry, saying she could have been one of the occupants in the vehicle.
Speaking in a video circulating online, the woman said Sam Larry, whom she described as a longtime friend, informed her…
https://thenaijawide.ng/2026/07/woman-says-she-could-have-been-in-sam-larrys-accident-vehicle-shares-emotional-story/
A Nigerian woman has shared why she believes she narrowly escaped being involved in the recent road accident involving music promoter Sam Larry, saying she could have been one of the occupants in the vehicle.
Speaking in a video circulating online, the woman said Sam Larry, whom she described as a longtime friend, informed her…
https://thenaijawide.ng/2026/07/woman-says-she-could-have-been-in-sam-larrys-accident-vehicle-shares-emotional-story/
Oyo School Raises Alarm Over Collapsing Classrooms, Lack of Toilets as BudgIT–Malala Girls’ Education Project Begins Advocacy
Stakeholders in the education sector have called for urgent government intervention to address severe infrastructure deficits affecting public schools in Oyo State, with concerns that poor learning conditions are threatening girls’ education and school attendance.
The appeal was made during a School-Based Management Committee (SBMC) engagement held under the BudgIT–Malala Girls’ Education Advocacy Project at…
https://thenaijawide.ng/2026/07/oyo-school-raises-alarm-over-collapsing-classrooms-lack-of-toilets-as-budgit-malala-girls-education-project-begins-advocacy/
Stakeholders in the education sector have called for urgent government intervention to address severe infrastructure deficits affecting public schools in Oyo State, with concerns that poor learning conditions are threatening girls’ education and school attendance.
The appeal was made during a School-Based Management Committee (SBMC) engagement held under the BudgIT–Malala Girls’ Education Advocacy Project at…
https://thenaijawide.ng/2026/07/oyo-school-raises-alarm-over-collapsing-classrooms-lack-of-toilets-as-budgit-malala-girls-education-project-begins-advocacy/
Peter Obi Challenges Kenneth Okonkwo to Reveal Alleged Secrets, Says He Will Quit 2027 Presidential Race if Found Unfit
Presidential hopeful of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi, has declared that he will abandon his ambition for the 2027 presidential election if actor-turned-politician Kenneth Okonkwo presents credible evidence proving he is not fit to hold public office.
Obi made the statement during an interview with media personality Chude Jideonwo while addressing the defamation…
https://thenaijawide.ng/2026/07/peter-obi-challenges-kenneth-okonkwo-to-reveal-alleged-secrets-says-he-will-quit-2027-presidential-race-if-found-unfit/
Presidential hopeful of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi, has declared that he will abandon his ambition for the 2027 presidential election if actor-turned-politician Kenneth Okonkwo presents credible evidence proving he is not fit to hold public office.
Obi made the statement during an interview with media personality Chude Jideonwo while addressing the defamation…
https://thenaijawide.ng/2026/07/peter-obi-challenges-kenneth-okonkwo-to-reveal-alleged-secrets-says-he-will-quit-2027-presidential-race-if-found-unfit/
Northwest University HOD Arrested After Alleged Sexual Harassment Sting Set Up by Married Student and Husband
A senior lecturer at Northwest University, Kano, formerly known as Yusuf Maitama Sule University, has been taken into police custody following allegations of sexual harassment involving a married female student.
The academic, who serves as the Head of the Department of History and International Studies at the university and is also a visiting lecturer at…
https://thenaijawide.ng/2026/07/northwest-university-hod-arrested-after-alleged-sexual-harassment-sting-set-up-by-married-student-and-husband/
A senior lecturer at Northwest University, Kano, formerly known as Yusuf Maitama Sule University, has been taken into police custody following allegations of sexual harassment involving a married female student.
The academic, who serves as the Head of the Department of History and International Studies at the university and is also a visiting lecturer at…
https://thenaijawide.ng/2026/07/northwest-university-hod-arrested-after-alleged-sexual-harassment-sting-set-up-by-married-student-and-husband/
Army Confirms Lieutenant Died During Rescue Of 44 Abducted Oyo Pupils And Teachers
The Nigerian Army has confirmed that Lieutenant Felix Ademe Isaac lost his life during the military operation that successfully rescued 44 abducted pupils and teachers from the Old Oyo National Park.
The 28-year-old officer was among the security personnel involved in the coordinated rescue mission that brought an end to the victims’ 56-day captivity. According…
https://thenaijawide.ng/2026/07/army-confirms-lieutenant-died-during-rescue-of-44-abducted-oyo-pupils-and-teachers/
The Nigerian Army has confirmed that Lieutenant Felix Ademe Isaac lost his life during the military operation that successfully rescued 44 abducted pupils and teachers from the Old Oyo National Park.
The 28-year-old officer was among the security personnel involved in the coordinated rescue mission that brought an end to the victims’ 56-day captivity. According…
https://thenaijawide.ng/2026/07/army-confirms-lieutenant-died-during-rescue-of-44-abducted-oyo-pupils-and-teachers/
Oyedepo Urges Winners Chapel Members To Get PVCs Ahead Of 2027 Elections
Founder of Living Faith Church Worldwide, Bishop David Oyedepo, has urged members of the church to obtain their Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs) ahead of Nigeria’s 2027 general elections, stressing that Christians should actively participate in shaping the country’s leadership.
The renowned cleric made the call while delivering a sermon titled “Breaking the Curses of Life”…
https://thenaijawide.ng/2026/07/oyedepo-urges-winners-chapel-members-to-get-pvcs-ahead-of-2027-elections/
Founder of Living Faith Church Worldwide, Bishop David Oyedepo, has urged members of the church to obtain their Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs) ahead of Nigeria’s 2027 general elections, stressing that Christians should actively participate in shaping the country’s leadership.
The renowned cleric made the call while delivering a sermon titled “Breaking the Curses of Life”…
https://thenaijawide.ng/2026/07/oyedepo-urges-winners-chapel-members-to-get-pvcs-ahead-of-2027-elections/
FIFA Considers Expanding 2030 World Cup to 64 Teams as Gianni Infantino Pushes for Greater Global Participation
FIFA President Gianni Infantino has confirmed that football’s governing body is evaluating a proposal to increase the number of participating teams at the 2030 FIFA World Cup from 48 to 64.
The proposal, which was put forward by South American football officials, is currently under review as FIFA prepares for the centenary edition of the…
https://thenaijawide.ng/2026/07/fifa-considers-expanding-2030-world-cup-to-64-teams-as-gianni-infantino-pushes-for-greater-global-participation/
FIFA President Gianni Infantino has confirmed that football’s governing body is evaluating a proposal to increase the number of participating teams at the 2030 FIFA World Cup from 48 to 64.
The proposal, which was put forward by South American football officials, is currently under review as FIFA prepares for the centenary edition of the…
https://thenaijawide.ng/2026/07/fifa-considers-expanding-2030-world-cup-to-64-teams-as-gianni-infantino-pushes-for-greater-global-participation/
Oyo Stakeholders Demand Better Funding for Girl Child Education, Urge SUBEB to Improve School Infrastructure in Oluyole
Stakeholders in Oyo State have called for increased investment in girl child education, urging the government to improve school infrastructure and strengthen funding to ensure girls have access to safe and quality learning environments.
The appeal was made during a Town Hall Meeting on Advocacy for Financing Girl Child Education held on Saturday, July 11,…
https://thenaijawide.ng/2026/07/oyo-stakeholders-demand-better-funding-for-girl-child-education-urge-subeb-to-improve-school-infrastructure-in-oluyole/
Stakeholders in Oyo State have called for increased investment in girl child education, urging the government to improve school infrastructure and strengthen funding to ensure girls have access to safe and quality learning environments.
The appeal was made during a Town Hall Meeting on Advocacy for Financing Girl Child Education held on Saturday, July 11,…
https://thenaijawide.ng/2026/07/oyo-stakeholders-demand-better-funding-for-girl-child-education-urge-subeb-to-improve-school-infrastructure-in-oluyole/
Federal Government Suspends Planned 2027 WASSCE, NECO Registration Fee Increase After Public Outcry
The Federal Government has put on hold its proposed increase in registration fees for the 2027 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) and the National Examinations Council (NECO) Senior School Certificate Examination (SSCE), following widespread public reactions.
The Federal Ministry of Education announced the decision in a statement released on Monday, explaining that it…
https://thenaijawide.ng/2026/07/federal-government-suspends-planned-2027-wassce-neco-registration-fee-increase-after-public-outcry/
The Federal Government has put on hold its proposed increase in registration fees for the 2027 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) and the National Examinations Council (NECO) Senior School Certificate Examination (SSCE), following widespread public reactions.
The Federal Ministry of Education announced the decision in a statement released on Monday, explaining that it…
https://thenaijawide.ng/2026/07/federal-government-suspends-planned-2027-wassce-neco-registration-fee-increase-after-public-outcry/
Sowore Offers To Help DJ Chicken, Says TikToker Shouldn’t Be In Prison
African Action Congress (AAC) presidential candidate Omoyele Sowore has offered to support controversial disc jockey and TikTok personality Ademola Abiodun, popularly known as DJ Chicken, following his arraignment over alleged threats against Seyi Tinubu, the son of President Bola Tinubu.
In a post shared on his official X account, Sowore said he was willing to…
https://thenaijawide.ng/2026/07/sowore-offers-to-help-dj-chicken-says-tiktoker-shouldnt-be-in-prison/
African Action Congress (AAC) presidential candidate Omoyele Sowore has offered to support controversial disc jockey and TikTok personality Ademola Abiodun, popularly known as DJ Chicken, following his arraignment over alleged threats against Seyi Tinubu, the son of President Bola Tinubu.
In a post shared on his official X account, Sowore said he was willing to…
https://thenaijawide.ng/2026/07/sowore-offers-to-help-dj-chicken-says-tiktoker-shouldnt-be-in-prison/
Makinde Calls On UN To Investigate Oyo Schoolchildren Abduction After Rescue Of Victims
Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde has called on the United Nations (UN) and international human rights organisations to investigate the abduction of pupils and teachers in Oriire Local Government Area, describing the incident as one that requires independent international scrutiny.
The governor made the appeal on Monday while addressing the public after receiving the rescued…
https://thenaijawide.ng/2026/07/makinde-calls-on-un-to-investigate-oyo-schoolchildren-abduction-after-rescue-of-victims/
Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde has called on the United Nations (UN) and international human rights organisations to investigate the abduction of pupils and teachers in Oriire Local Government Area, describing the incident as one that requires independent international scrutiny.
The governor made the appeal on Monday while addressing the public after receiving the rescued…
https://thenaijawide.ng/2026/07/makinde-calls-on-un-to-investigate-oyo-schoolchildren-abduction-after-rescue-of-victims/
Freed Oriire Pupils And Teachers Received By Governor Makinde In Ibadan
The pupils and teachers rescued after spending 56 days in captivity have arrived at the Governor’s Office in Ibadan, where they were officially received by Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde.
The victims were welcomed at the Executive Council Chambers, Governor’s Office, Secretariat, Agodi, in the presence of top government officials, security chiefs, traditional leaders and…
https://thenaijawide.ng/2026/07/freed-oriire-pupils-and-teachers-received-by-governor-makinde-in-ibadan/
The pupils and teachers rescued after spending 56 days in captivity have arrived at the Governor’s Office in Ibadan, where they were officially received by Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde.
The victims were welcomed at the Executive Council Chambers, Governor’s Office, Secretariat, Agodi, in the presence of top government officials, security chiefs, traditional leaders and…
https://thenaijawide.ng/2026/07/freed-oriire-pupils-and-teachers-received-by-governor-makinde-in-ibadan/
‘They Killed Two Teachers To Pressure Government’ – Rescued Oyo School Principal Recounts 56 Days In Captivity
The Principal of Community High School, Ahoro-Esiele, Mrs. Alamu Folawe, has narrated the harrowing 56-day ordeal she, fellow teachers and pupils endured in captivity, revealing that the kidnappers deliberately killed two teachers in an attempt to pressure the government into meeting their demands.
Speaking on Monday during the official handover of the rescued victims to…
https://thenaijawide.ng/2026/07/they-killed-two-teachers-to-pressure-government-rescued-oyo-school-principal-recounts-56-days-in-captivity/
The Principal of Community High School, Ahoro-Esiele, Mrs. Alamu Folawe, has narrated the harrowing 56-day ordeal she, fellow teachers and pupils endured in captivity, revealing that the kidnappers deliberately killed two teachers in an attempt to pressure the government into meeting their demands.
Speaking on Monday during the official handover of the rescued victims to…
https://thenaijawide.ng/2026/07/they-killed-two-teachers-to-pressure-government-rescued-oyo-school-principal-recounts-56-days-in-captivity/
‘We Rode Motorcycles For Over Four Hours’ – Oyo School Principal Recounts Journey To Kidnappers’ Hideout
Mrs. Rachael Folawe Alamu, the rescued principal of Community High School, Ahoro-Esiele, in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State, has revealed that the kidnappers transported the abducted pupils and teachers for more than four hours on motorcycles into a dense forest after their abduction.
She made the disclosure on Monday during the official handover…
https://thenaijawide.ng/2026/07/we-rode-motorcycles-for-over-four-hours-oyo-school-principal-recounts-journey-to-kidnappers-hideout/
Mrs. Rachael Folawe Alamu, the rescued principal of Community High School, Ahoro-Esiele, in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State, has revealed that the kidnappers transported the abducted pupils and teachers for more than four hours on motorcycles into a dense forest after their abduction.
She made the disclosure on Monday during the official handover…
https://thenaijawide.ng/2026/07/we-rode-motorcycles-for-over-four-hours-oyo-school-principal-recounts-journey-to-kidnappers-hideout/
PFIPC’s Adeniyi Claims He Borrowed ₦400 Million To Secure Presidency Appointment
The self-acclaimed Director-General of the disputed Presidential Foreign Intervention Promotion Council (PFIPC), Adeyemi Adeniyi, has claimed that he borrowed ₦400 million to secure what he described as a presidential appointment.
Adeniyi made the disclosure on Monday during a Zoom interview on Channels Television’s Politics Today, where he addressed the ongoing controversy surrounding the PFIPC scandal.…
https://thenaijawide.ng/2026/07/pfipcs-adeniyi-claims-he-borrowed-₦400-million-to-secure-presidency-appointment/
The self-acclaimed Director-General of the disputed Presidential Foreign Intervention Promotion Council (PFIPC), Adeyemi Adeniyi, has claimed that he borrowed ₦400 million to secure what he described as a presidential appointment.
Adeniyi made the disclosure on Monday during a Zoom interview on Channels Television’s Politics Today, where he addressed the ongoing controversy surrounding the PFIPC scandal.…
https://thenaijawide.ng/2026/07/pfipcs-adeniyi-claims-he-borrowed-₦400-million-to-secure-presidency-appointment/
Abuja Court Rejects Sowore’s Bid to Delay Trial, Orders Defence to Continue July 16
The Federal High Court in Abuja has declined an application by Omoyele Sowore, publisher of Sahara Reporters and former African Action Congress (AAC) presidential candidate, seeking to suspend his ongoing trial until after the court’s annual vacation.
Delivering his ruling on Monday, Justice Mohammed Umar dismissed the request and directed that the case should proceed…
https://thenaijawide.ng/2026/07/abuja-court-rejects-sowores-bid-to-delay-trial-orders-defence-to-continue-july-16/
The Federal High Court in Abuja has declined an application by Omoyele Sowore, publisher of Sahara Reporters and former African Action Congress (AAC) presidential candidate, seeking to suspend his ongoing trial until after the court’s annual vacation.
Delivering his ruling on Monday, Justice Mohammed Umar dismissed the request and directed that the case should proceed…
https://thenaijawide.ng/2026/07/abuja-court-rejects-sowores-bid-to-delay-trial-orders-defence-to-continue-july-16/