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Nigerian Air Force Airstrike in Katsina Frees 76 Hostages but One Child Dies
The Nigerian Air Force has carried out a major operation in Katsina State that freed dozens of people who had been living in captivity. The airstrike, launched on Pauwa Hill in Kankara, targeted a bandit hideout and led to the rescue of 76 hostages, mostly women and children. Many of them had been taken during recent attacks, including the violent raid on a mosque in Unguwan Mantau where worshippers were killed.
Sadly, not everyone made it out alive. Authorities confirmed that one child died during the rescue mission, casting a shadow over what was otherwise seen as a significant breakthrough.
Military officials said the strike was part of an intensified campaign against armed groups that have for years tormented communities in the northwest through kidnappings, raids, and killings. In a separate but coordinated action within the same region, another airstrike killed 35 militants.
This wave of operations comes at a time when banditry and insurgency remain some of the most pressing security challenges in Nigeria. Rural villages in states like Katsina, Zamfara, and Kaduna have suffered repeated attacks, forcing families to abandon their homes and live under constant fear. Officials believe that by dismantling strongholds such as the one in Kankara, they can begin to restore a sense of safety to affected areas.
Nigerian comedian Seyi Law takes to social media as he defends President Bola Tinubu. The comedian stated that the president has done a lot in his administration and claimed that Nigeria is safer and economically sound under his administration.
He then compared how things now to past years under the administration of others, and shared how things were bad. He claimed that now the economy is stabilized.
“Nigeria is safer now than 10 years ago. This government has killed more bandits than any government in Nigeria since the time of Jonathan. When last have you heard of bomb blast in Nigeria?”
It has been reported that fire occurred at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos (MMIA), Terminal 1. This fire incident occurred on Monday, 23rd of February, 2026.
Passengers at that terminal were spotted running away for safety after seeing the fire and the alarm.
The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) released a statement and shared that no life was lost and people were saved and avoided danger.
It has been reported that Kano State has closed down all entertainment spots across the state. This was stated to happen because of the ongoing Ramadan fast.
The federal government shared that the new law will take place from 18th of February, 10 pm, till the last day of Ramadan. This is in order for the people participating in it to truly focus on the fast.
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