Osun SSG arrested, Sokoto mosque attack, INEC extends PVC deadline

Osun State Police arrested Secretary to the State Government Teslim Igbalaye and five others, recovering N4.81 million, two Permanent Voter Cards and a voter register covering Wards 1‑15. The Army announced new General Officers Commanding for recently approved divisions after President Tinubu’s endorsement. The ADC criticised Tinubu for saying he would "fight to the finish" politically, urging focus on terrorists instead. Police failed to produce alleged PFIPC Director‑General Adeyemi Adeniyi before a House committee, insisting they need a court warrant for his release. In Sokoto State, bandits attacked Tsamaye village mosque Tuesday night, killing at least three and abducting others; the raid lasted until early Wednesday. In Kebbi State, four security operatives died and a soldier went missing after an assault on Tudun Bicci community. DSS arraigned five suspected Ansaru members in Abuja over the May 15 abduction of pupils and teachers in Oyo State’s Oriire LGA and alleged killing of two victims. INEC extended the collection of Permanent Voter Cards for the August 15 Osun governorship election to July 31, promising a peaceful vote. The Osun governor’s campaign demanded release of over 86 supporters arrested ahead of the poll, accusing police of targeting Accord Party members. TikTok creators Peller and Jarvis held a civil wedding on Wednesday, with a white wedding planned for August 1. Given these developments, will you consider how security threats in the Northwest might affect travel plans, or how the extended PVC deadline influences your voting preparations?

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