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Netanyahu: Omani co-pilot went through Islamic radicalization

The initial investigation into the attempted hijacking of the FlyDubai flight from the UAE to Israel found that the co-pilot went through religious Islamic radicalization in recent months, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu told Fox News Thursday. Why it matters: Netanyahu's remarks, confirmed by an Israeli intelligence official and people who worked with the co-pilot, strengthen the possibility that the incident was a terrorist attack. Driving the news: The investigation is being led by the Saudi security services, which have been interrogating the co-pilot who allegedly attacked the other pilot while the plane was en route from Dubai to Tel Aviv.The United Arab Emirates has formed a team to investigate the incident. "The investigation includes examining all circumstances and motives surrounding the incident, including any possible connection to terrorist activity or intent, and whether it involved prior planning or direction," a spokeswoman for Emirati Foreign Minister Afra Alhameli said in a statement. Behind the scenes: An Israeli intelligence official said the Mossad and Shin Bet spy agencies are also investigating. "The Omani co-pilot went through a process of religious radicalization in recent years. We don't know yet if he is a 'lone wolf' or whether he was sent by someone to conduct an attack," the official said. The intrigue: On Wednesday, Israel's Channel 16 reported testimony of another FlyDubai pilot who knew the Omani co-pilot. According to the report, the co-pilot worked for the company for only eight months and was more religiously observant than most of his co-workers.What he's saying: President Trump told reporters Thursday he has reason to believe Iran was involved in the foiled hijacking. "Based on what I'm hearing is yes, but we're working on

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The initial investigation into the attempted hijacking of the FlyDubai flight from the UAE to Israel found that the co-pilot went through religious Islamic radicalization in recent months, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu told Fox News Thursday. Why it matters: Netanyahu's remarks, confirmed by an Israeli intelligence official and people who worked with the co-pilot, strengthen the possibility that the incident was a terrorist attack. Driving the news: The investigation is being led by the Saudi security services, which have been interrogating the co-pilot who allegedly attacked the other pilot while the plane was en route from Dubai to Tel Aviv.The United Arab Emirates has formed a team to investigate the incident. "The investigation includes examining all circumstances and motives surrounding the incident, including any possible connection to terrorist activity or intent, and whether it involved prior planning or direction," a spokeswoman for Emirati Foreign Minister Afra Alhameli said in a statement. Behind the scenes: An Israeli intelligence official said the Mossad and Shin Bet spy agencies are also investigating. "The Omani co-pilot went through a process of religious radicalization in recent years. We don't know yet if he is a 'lone wolf' or whether he was sent by someone to conduct an attack," the official said. The intrigue: On Wednesday, Israel's Channel 16 reported testimony of another FlyDubai pilot who knew the Omani co-pilot. According to the report, the co-pilot worked for the company for only eight months and was more religiously observant than most of his co-workers.What he's saying: President Trump told reporters Thursday he has reason to believe Iran was involved in the foiled hijacking. "Based on what I'm hearing is yes, but we're working on it right now," he said.Israeli officials say they currently don't have indications of Iranian involvement, by they haven't ruled it out.The Saudi Ministry of Interior said in a statement that UAE officials took part in the interrogation of the pilot and co-pilot. Both have been transferred to the UAE for further interrogation, per the statement.What to watch: One of the things that will be investigated is how an Omani national was assigned as a pilot on a flight to Israel. According to security protocols agreed to by the UAE and Israel, crew members from countries that don't have diplomatic relations with Israel can't serve on flights to Israel.
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NSCDC arrests two suspected car thieves, cable vandal in Kano

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Kano police warn Sanusi, Bayero against horse riding, threaten arrest

The Kano Police Command has issued a stern warning over horse riding by the two rival Emirs of Kano, Mallam Muhammadu Sanusi II and Aminu Ado Bayero, saying anyone who violates the ban will be arrested. The command said, “That any person, institution or organisation that deems it very pertinent to undertake any form of Durbar, and/or Horse/Animal-Riding activity in public place in the State is required to give at least 72 hours prior notice in writing to the Kano State Police Command through the Office of the State Commissioner of Police, Ibrahim Adamu Bakori”. Speaking to newsmen about a threat by the 15th Emir of Kano, Aminu Ado Bayero, that “nobody will stop him from going on horse riding despite government banned”, the State Commissioner of Police, Ibrahim Adamu Bakori, said anyone who violated the order would be arrested. He said anyone who wanted to engage in horse riding should notify the police 72 hours in advance to enable the necessary security assessment and arrangements for public safety and order to be made. “It would be recalled that the Kano State Government, after due consultations with relevant security stakeholders in the state and in its efforts to preserve public peace and order in the State, recently pronounced a ban on all forms of durbar and horse-riding activities throughout the State. Reports indicate apparent breaches of these security directives,” he said. Bakori further said that the Kano State Police Command, in conjunction with relevant security agencies in the state, reiterated that the executive security directives regarding the ban on Durbar and horse-riding activities remained in force and were binding on all persons in the state, irrespective of their status or position. “The threats which necessitated the ban were put to serious check

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Ekiti declares Monday work-free for Teachers to mark world Teachers’ day.

The Ekiti State Government has declared Monday, October 5, 2026, a work-free day for teachers across the state to enable them participate fully in activities marking the 2026 World Teachers’ Day. The State Commissioner for Education, Dr Olabimpe Aderiye who disclosed this in a statement on Thursday, said the gesture was to give teachers the opportunity to join colleagues and stakeholders in celebrating the annual event and highlighting their vital role in the education sector. Consequently, all day students in public schools across the state are to stay at home on Monday, October 5, 2026. The Commissioner urged parents, guardians, school authorities and students to take note of the arrangement and make the necessary preparations. He commended Ekiti teachers for their dedication, professionalism and unwavering commitment to nurturing young minds and advancing the State’s education system. The Commissioner congratulated teachers on the occasion of the 2026 World Teachers’ Day, assuring them of the State Government’s continued recognition, support and appreciation for their invaluable contributions to the development of education and the future of Ekiti children. Ekiti declares Monday work-free for Teachers to mark world Teachers’ day.

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