K KEY POINTS Gunmen abducted worshippers from Kpenya Mosque in Niger State during Friday prayers. Police said no deaths were recorded and launched a joint rescue operation. Residents claimed more than 60 people were abducted in coordinated attacks, but the figure remains unverified. Gunmen have abducted...

KEY POINTS Osun Government warns of alleged plans to cause fresh violence at council secretariats and motor parks. Officials urge political actors to embrace reconciliation and avoid a return to pre-election violence. Warning follows reported clashes at Ilesa East council and allegations of excessive...