Kidnapping and rescue operations dominated this morning’s major headlines, with reports that tough terrain and fears of casualties are slowing efforts to free abducted victims in Oyo and Borno states, while gunmen killed a vigilante and abducted four residents in Abuja.
In politics, the Independent National Electoral Commission has voided primaries conducted after May 30, a decision that could affect preparations for the 2027 general election.
The Nigeria Democratic Congress, meanwhile, defended its party primaries and denied allegations that it imposed candidates.
Below are the top stories for Friday morning, June 5.
Oyo, Borno abductions: Tough terrain, casualty fears stall rescue mission
