Sunday, July 12, 2026
News Update
Victory Over Terror: TYF Hails Tinubu, Security Forces for Rescue of 46 Oyo Captives Afenifere Hails Rescue of Oyo Schoolchildren, Teachers as “Heart-Warming,” Demands Stronger Security Yoruba Monarchs Take Culture to Brazil: Alaafin, Oloro Lead Historic Mission to Reconnect Diaspora BREAKING 🚨🔥: Bandits Attack Petroleum Tanker in Zamfara, Shoot Driver and Set Vehicle Ablaze. Yoruba Elders Raise Alarm Over Fulani ‘Conquest Plot’ Against South-West – “Yorubaland Is in Mourning, Murderers Are Invading” JIGAWA 💔🏠: Jahun Local Government Chairman distributes one roofing sheet each to residents. AIRSTRIKE ✈️🔥: On July 10, 2026, Nigerian Air Force jets bombarded a terrorist enclave at Yanagari in the Gezuwa general area of Borno State. JUST IN 🇯🇵🚔: Tokyo police have arrested a 53-year-old Nigerian, Nwadiukwu Ikenna, on suspicion of persistently approaching and soliciting customers for bars and clubs in Kabukicho, Tokyo’s famous nightlife district, despite repeated police warnings. Victory Over Terror: TYF Hails Tinubu, Security Forces for Rescue of 46 Oyo Captives Afenifere Hails Rescue of Oyo Schoolchildren, Teachers as “Heart-Warming,” Demands Stronger Security Yoruba Monarchs Take Culture to Brazil: Alaafin, Oloro Lead Historic Mission to Reconnect Diaspora BREAKING 🚨🔥: Bandits Attack Petroleum Tanker in Zamfara, Shoot Driver and Set Vehicle Ablaze. Yoruba Elders Raise Alarm Over Fulani ‘Conquest Plot’ Against South-West – “Yorubaland Is in Mourning, Murderers Are Invading” JIGAWA 💔🏠: Jahun Local Government Chairman distributes one roofing sheet each to residents. AIRSTRIKE ✈️🔥: On July 10, 2026, Nigerian Air Force jets bombarded a terrorist enclave at Yanagari in the Gezuwa general area of Borno State. JUST IN 🇯🇵🚔: Tokyo police have arrested a 53-year-old Nigerian, Nwadiukwu Ikenna, on suspicion of persistently approaching and soliciting customers for bars and clubs in Kabukicho, Tokyo’s famous nightlife district, despite repeated police warnings.

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APPRECIATION MESSAGE TO THE YORUBA TIMES

Dear The Yoruba Times, Executives, and Members, On behalf of the leadership of Think Yoruba…

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ABIOLA AND THE ANCIENT JOURNEY OF JUNE 12 – By Dare Babarinsa, CON

By Ademola Adekusibe13 June, 2026 Veteran journalist and Chairman of Gaskia Media Ltd, Dare Babarinsa,…

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Otunba Bimbo Ashiru, Group Chairman of Oodua Investment Company Limited, speaks at the Think Yoruba First 4th Global Conference. A proud moment for Yoruba land as he addresses the gathering on regional unity and progress.

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Representative from the DAWN Commission speaks at the Think Yoruba First 4th Global Conference, addressing the gathering on regional integration, collaboration with Think Yoruba First, and the future of Yoruba land in a multipolar world. The event was held in partnership with the DAWN Commission.

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Otunba Deji Osibogun, Convener of Yoruba Koya Leadership and Training Foundation, speaks at the Think Yoruba First 4th Global Conference. He addressed the gathering on leadership development, grassroots mobilisation, and the urgent need to build the next generation of Yoruba leaders.

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Oba Francis Olusola Alao, the Olugbon of Orile-Igbon Kingdom, speaks at the Think Yoruba First 4th Global Conference. The royal father spoke on the critical role of traditional institutions in securing the nation and praised Think Yoruba First for their tireless work in advancing the cause of Yoruba land, declaring that the movement is the future of Yoruba progress and unity.

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“No One Is More Qualified Than Me” – Senator Dickson Declares Obi Not Doing NDC Any Favour

By Ademola Adekusibe11 June, 2026 Senator Seriake Dickson, national leader of the Nigeria Democratic Congress,…

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Caribbean Nation Opens Doors: Grenada Grants Nigerians Visa-Free Access, Seeks Direct Flights and Investment

The Consulate of Grenada in Nigeria has announced visa-free access for Nigerians as part of…

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Economic Invasion, Physical and Psychological Warfare on Yoruba Land

By Bolarinwa Ayoola The flame of insecurity that has been burning across Northern Nigeria has…

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Of Meekness And Majesty: A Centennial Tribute to Pa Reuben Fasoranti – By Chief Ademola Folarin, Afenifere Secretary General

By Ademola Adekusibe9th June, 2026 Chief Ademola Folarin, Secretary General of Afenifere, has penned a…

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AK assault rifles, RPG 7 rocket launchers, mortar tubes, quadcopter drones, and ammunition. These are some of the weapons JNIM displayed after its attacks a few days ago on two Beninese army barracks in Koalou, near the Burkina Faso border, an attack that killed 12 soldiers.

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BREAKING 🇳🇬🚨: Terrorists Attack Kogi Community, Kill One, Abduct Over 30 Including Bus Passengers – Armed attackers killed one person and abducted over 30 residents and travelers in a Kogi State community, with no rescue confirmed.