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Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke has urged residents to report any suspicious movements or individuals in their areas to security agencies without delay. The appeal followed reports of planned terrorist attacks on places of worship in the state, with the governor calling on the public to alert security agencies to ...
The Osun State Police Command has launched an investigation into the shooting of Olalekan Oyeyemi, also known as Emir Ajagungbade, in Ile-Ife on Sunday. Oyeyemi was a known supporter of the Accord Party in the state. According to a statement by the command's Public Relations Officer, DSP Abiodun Ojelabi, police ...
The Kano State government has showcased its 480-unit Gida-Gida Mega Housing City at Rijiyar Gwan-Gwan, Dawakin Kudu local government area, during a high-powered project inspection tour organized by the Ministry of Information and Internal Affairs to highlight the achievements of Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf's administration. The delegation, led by the ...
Governor Ademola Adeleke has ordered the Osun State Commissioner of Police, CP Ibrahim Zungura, to immediately arrest all those involved in the killing of Mr Olalekan Oyeyemi, also known as Emir Ajagungbade. Oyeyemi was reportedly killed during a meeting to resolve the lingering leadership crisis in motor parks management across ...
Former President Chief Olusegun Obasanjo has mourned the passing of former National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party, Alhaji Bamanga Tukur, who died a few days before his 91st birthday. In a statement issued in Abeokuta, Ogun State, Obasanjo described Tukur as a patriot whose life was a testament to ...
The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project has given the Independent National Electoral Commission seven days to account for N126.46 billion in electoral spending highlighted in the Auditor-General of the Federation's report or face legal action. The demand follows findings in the Auditor-General's 2023 audited report, published on 7 August 2026 ...
Prominent Nigerians, including Africa's richest man Alhaji Aliko Dangote, Governor Ahmadu Umar Fintiri, and former Governor Umar Jibrilla Bindow, attended the funeral prayers of elder statesman Bamanga Tukur at the Lamido's Palace Mosque in Yola Town. The former governor of defunct Gongola State and ex-National Chairman of the PDP, Alhaji ...
The proliferation of substandard and counterfeit drugs, foods, and other consumables in Nigeria has reached alarming levels, posing serious health risks to millions. The situation calls for urgent action from the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC), which is perceived to have lost its regulatory urgency ...
Six Islamic clerics, mostly chief imams of Juma’at mosques in Bakura Local Government Area of Zamfara State, were abducted 48 hours ago, and the bandits have not contacted their families. Locals in Dakko village, including the chief imam and his deputy, reported no communication from the abductors. A community member ...
Alhaji Bamanga Tukur, former National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and elder statesman, was buried in Yola, Adamawa State, on Sunday. The burial was conducted according to Islamic rites and led by the Chief Imam of Modibbo Adamawa Central Mosque, Alhaji Ahmadu Bobboi. Tukur died on Saturday at ...
The Nigeria Airspace Management Agency (NAMA) has clarified the circumstances surrounding the removal of the Category III Instrument Landing System (CAT III ILS) at Lagos airport. NAMA stated that the removal was due to safety concerns and recurrent technical failures, not abandonment. The agency explained that the equipment had been ...
The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) has graduated 1,626 officers from its Fourth Combined and Upgrading Course, 2026, with Comptroller-General of Immigration Kemi Nandap urging them to deploy professionalism, technology, and sound judgment in tackling emerging border-security and migration challenges. The officers passed out at a ceremony held at the Immigration ...
The United States Government has commended Nigeria for sustained maritime security reforms that led to the lifting of the 12-year Condition of Entry imposed on vessels visiting the United States from Nigeria. In a letter dated August 26, 2026, addressed to Nigeria's Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Dr. Adegboyega ...
The remains of former Peoples Democratic Party National Chairman Bamanga Tukur were laid to rest in Yola, Adamawa State, on Sunday. The funeral prayer was led by the Chief Imam of Modibbo Adama Central Mosque, Alhaji Ahmadu Bobboi, at 10:50 am, and he was buried at the family compound in ...
A retired permanent secretary in the Federal Ministry of Finance and a former presidency official have clarified that payment of severance benefits to former employees of the defunct Nigeria Airways began under late President Umaru Musa Yar'Adua and continued under late President Muhammadu Buhari. Finance Minister Mr. Taiwo Oyedele had ...
Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara has expressed deep sorrow over the death of former Director-General of the State Security Service, Chief Albert K. Horsfall, describing him as a patriot whose contributions to Nigeria's national security remain a benchmark for future generations. Horsfall, who hailed from Buguma in Rivers State, was ...
The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has issued a seven-day ultimatum to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to account for over ₦126.46 billion in electoral funds flagged by the Auditor-General of the Federation. According to SERAP, the funds include payments made without proper procurement procedures and for goods ...
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has enlisted 600 pharmacists into its new Pharmacists Reserve Volunteer Program. According to a statement by NAFDAC's Resident Media Consultant, Sanyo Akintola, the initiative aims to mitigate substandard and falsified drugs and unwholesome food. The Director-General of NAFDAC, Prof ...
The Federal Government has intensified efforts to secure the release of Nigerians detained in India, with the Nigeria High Commission visiting 198 inmates across five prisons in Maharashtra. The Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM) said in a statement by its Director of Media, Public Relations and Protocols, Abdur-Rahman Balogun, that ...
Environmental activists and stakeholders have called for a new, community-driven model of environmental protection that places indigenous knowledge, local languages, and collective action at the center of efforts to address the ecological crisis in the Niger Delta. The call was made during a one-day brainstorming session called "Wisdom Gathering," organized ...
The Nigeria Police Force has traced the circulation of a fake notice announcing the purported shutdown of OPay operations to an X account allegedly operated by a 27-year-old woman, Hafsat Abubakar, following a digital forensic investigation by the National Cybercrime Centre (NCCC). Abubakar was arrested on September 4, 2026, and ...
The Nigeria High Commission in London has clarified that the standard passport admin fee is £20, not £70. The mission stated that it will refund £50 to affected applicants.
An imminent famine threatens six localities across Sudan's West Kordofan state amid severe drought, ruined harvests, and soaring prices, local aid volunteers said on Saturday. Conditions have deteriorated sharply under RSF control, with residents reporting widespread looting and a worsening farm crisis. The Dar Hamar Emergency Room warned of a ...
Despite repeated warnings by the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN), many state governments are still embarking on airport projects without considering the implications. FAAN Managing Director, Olubunmi Kuku, recently argued that the airports being built in some states are unviable, noting that only six airports in the country record ...
The International Press Institute, Amnesty International, and a civil society organisation have condemned the police raid on JKD Television/Hamada Radio FM in Kaduna, which led to the arrest of General Manager Charles Abah and a security guard. The raid followed a video explainer by the station that questioned a N300 ...
Nigerian Army troops have arrested a suspected kidnapper, Olamide Oyeniyi, with an AK-47 rifle and ammunition along the Benin-Sapele Road in Edo State.
Two Nigerians, Bishop Michael Fakunle and James Nwankwo, were killed in South Africa, sparking outrage. Nigeria's National Assembly has suspended a visit in response. South African authorities have remained silent on the incident.
A report by Orodata Science found that 97% of primary healthcare centres in 16 Nigerian states do not meet national minimum staffing requirements. Only 3% of the centres meet the standards. The report highlights a critical shortage of healthcare workers in primary care facilities.
A man identified as Opeyemi has drowned after allegedly jumping into a river in the Mile 12 area of Lagos State. He was reportedly being chased by suspected cultists at the time. The incident highlights ongoing concerns about cult-related violence in the region.
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has intercepted opioids and other illicit drugs concealed in bread and music speakers. A real estate agent and others were arrested across Nigeria in connection with the seizures. The operation underscores ongoing efforts to combat drug trafficking.
A driver allegedly stole his employer's Toyota Camry in Lagos two days after being hired. Police in Ogun State have arrested an accomplice and recovered the vehicle.
The article celebrates the 73rd birthday of Brig. Gen. Mohamed Buba Marwa (rtd), highlighting his decades of public service. It traces his career from military command to state governance and his current role combating illicit drugs. It portrays him as a patriot who treats public office as a sacred trust.
Borno State Governor Babagana Zulum has revealed that insurgency destroyed over 5,000 schools in the state. At its peak, the insurgency deprived an estimated 2.2 million children of schooling.
The Lagos State Government has introduced new measures to tighten oversight of voluntary uniform organisations such as the Scouts and Red Cross in public schools. The move aims to ensure proper regulation of these groups.
The Zamfara State Police Command has launched a rescue operation for six Imams who were abducted by suspected bandits in Bakura Local Government Area. The abduction prompted a response from security forces. Governor Bello Matawalle has also rallied support in connection with the incident. Further details on the rescue effort ...
Former Senator Shehu Sani has stated that the crimes committed by bandits do not represent the Fulani ethnic group. He urged Nigerians not to judge the entire Fulani community based on the actions of a few criminals. Sani's remarks come amid ongoing concerns about banditry and its impact on ethnic ...
Workers in the Federal Unity Colleges have insisted that the institutions will remain shut despite a Federal Government directive for them to reopen. This comes as many schools across the country reopen for the 2026/2027 academic session today. The Association of Senior Civil Servants of Nigeria, in conjunction with the ...
Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke has called on residents to remain vigilant following a report by the Department of State Services about an alleged terror plot to disrupt the 2027 elections. In response, the governor has directed security agencies in the state to tighten security measures. The alert comes amid ...
Police in Enugu State have ordered an investigation into the disruption of meetings held by the Peoples Democratic Party and the National Democratic Congress by gunmen. According to the police, no prior notice was given for security cover at the events, but operatives were promptly deployed to both scenes after ...
The Nigeria Immigration Service has graduated 1,626 officers from its training school in Kano. The service urged the newly graduated officers to uphold professionalism in border security. The graduation ceremony was held as part of efforts to strengthen the country's border management. The NIS emphasized the importance of professionalism in ...
Police operatives in Tureta Local Government Area of Sokoto State conducted a security operation on Sunday, resulting in the killing of several bandits. The operation also led to the recovery of motorcycles used by the bandits. The police action is part of efforts to curb banditry in the region.
The Ogun State Executive Council approved new roads, hospitals, power investment, and an MSME agency at a weekend meeting. The projects are part of the administration's efforts to expand infrastructure, strengthen healthcare delivery, support businesses, and provide energy for the growing industrial economy. The approvals reinforce the government's drive to ...
The Osun State Police Command has begun an investigation into the shooting of Olalekan Oyeyemi, also known as 'Emir Ajagungbade', at a motor park in Ile-Ife. The incident occurred at a motor park. The police have launched a probe into the circumstances surrounding the shooting.
Suspected armed bandits attacked an Operation Burst base in a forest reserve along the Igbeti–Igboho axis in Oorelope Local Government Area, Oyo State, on Sunday, September 13, 2026. The attackers, armed with powerful weapons, opened fire and attempted to overrun the post, but fled before security reinforcements arrived. No casualties ...
Gunmen abducted six Islamic clerics along the Dakko-Damri feeder road in Bakura Local Government Area, Zamfara State, on Saturday. The clerics were traveling to Talata Mafara when their vehicle was intercepted by armed bandits around 11:30 am. The police, in collaboration with other security agencies, have commenced a search operation ...
Borno State Governor Babagana Zulum said that insurgency destroyed more than 5,000 school structures and forced about 2.2 million children out of school at the peak of the crisis. He spoke on Sunday in Maiduguri while inaugurating completed projects. Zulum noted that many teachers and school administrators lost their lives ...
He also appealed to the state government to remove what he described as the stoppage of the Awujale installation process.
Prominent African leaders, including Aliko Dangote, UN Deputy Secretary-General Amina Mohammed, and Prof. Benedict Oramah, have called on a new generation of leaders to take control of the continent's narrative and mobilise its resources. They spoke at the closing of the 2026 Aliko Dangote Foundation Africa Diaspora Leadership Programme Young ...
The Chairman of MACBAN in Kaduna State, Alhaji AbdulHamid Musa, disclosed at a press conference that the association lost 200,000 cows and 50 members to banditry in eight months. The press conference addressed the challenges confronting cattle breeders in the state. The losses were attributed to banditry activities.
Human rights lawyer Femi Falana has called on the Federal Government to institute legal proceedings against South Africa over the alleged killings and abuse of Nigerians. Falana's call follows the reported assassination of Nigerian cleric Bishop Michael Taiwo Fakunle in Johannesburg on September 4, and the death of another Nigerian ...
At least four people have been killed and another injured in fresh attacks on communities in Mangu Local Government Area of Plateau State. The latest attack occurred in Kinat community, where 29-year-old Katbam Titus was killed by armed gunmen on the night of September 12, 2026. The Mwaghavul Youth Movement ...
The Ondo State Police Command has arrested 15 suspects in connection with the sale and distribution of a local herbal alcoholic mixture known as 'monkey tail,' which is suspected to have caused the deaths of 30 people in Odigbo Local Government Area. According to the State Police Public Relations Officer ...
The Nigeria Police Force announced that its operatives arrested 262 suspected criminals, rescued 27 kidnapped victims, and recovered 34 firearms and 375 rounds of live ammunition in nationwide operations conducted between September 5 and 11, 2026. Force Public Relations Officer CSP Aniete Iniedu said the operations, led by Inspector-General of ...
Former Military President General Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida (retd.) has mourned the death of former Governor of old Gongola State, Alhaji Bamanga Tukur, describing him as a close ally, brother, and good friend. In a condolence statement, Babangida praised Tukur as a disciplined, selfless, and upright leader who consistently served the ...
The Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM) has stated that the Nigerian High Commission in India is handling the cases of hundreds of Nigerians detained in Indian prisons. As of September 1, officials visited 198 Nigerian inmates across five prisons in Maharashtra and Mumbai. Between September last year and May this ...
Governor Babagana Umara Zulum of Borno State has disclosed that over 5,000 school structures were destroyed and 2.2 million children were left out of school at the height of the Boko Haram crisis. He made the disclosure on Sunday when Governor Abdullahi A. Sule of Nasarawa State commissioned several projects ...
The Centre for Public Integrity (CPI) has commended Chief of Army Staff Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu for what it calls a remarkable transformation in the Nigerian Army's operational conduct and military-civil relations. In a statement signed by convener Dr John Samuel Nang, the group noted that the military has shown ...
As the new school year begins, Lagos State Deputy Governor Obafemi Hamzat has welcomed learners, teachers, and administrators back to school. He wished the entire education community a peaceful, productive, and successful academic year. The brief message was shared as schools across Lagos resume for the new session.
Religious leaders in Ijebuland have appealed to Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun to lift the embargo on the selection of a successor to the late Awujale of Ijebuland, Oba Sikiru Adetona, saying the prolonged delay has become a source of concern. The call was made on Sunday by the Lord ...
Community leaders in Plateau State have reported attacks in which herders and cattle were killed. According to a report from Nyerwe in Barkin Ladi Local Government Area, attackers killed one herder and 18 cattle. The attacks occurred a day after another reported incident.
The Centre for Public Integrity (CPI), a pro-democracy civil rights movement, has commended Chief of Army Staff Lt Gen Waidi Shaibu for significant gains in military operations against terrorism and banditry. The commendation was contained in a statement issued on Sunday and signed by the group. CPI also praised improved ...
A police chief, Mr. Azare, has ordered the detention of an officer who shot a seven-year-old boy during a stop-and-search operation in Uyo. The police chief visited the injured boy and ordered the detention pending investigation. The incident occurred during a stop-and-search operation.
Troops of the 4 Brigade, Nigerian Army, have arrested a suspected kidnapper, identified as Olamide Oyeniyi, and recovered an AK-47 rifle and ammunition in Edo State. The suspect was arrested during a targeted operation along the Benin–Sapele Road in Ikpoba-Okha Local Government Area. According to a statement by Army spokesperson ...
Former Deputy Senate Minority Leader, Senator Emmanuel Bwacha, has called on the Taraba State Government to increase funding for Taraba State University, Jalingo. He made the call while congratulating the university's management, staff, and students on its combined convocation ceremony. Bwacha stressed the need for adequate funding and transparent management ...
The Association of Senior Civil Servants of Nigeria (ASCSN) has ordered the immediate closure of all Federal Unity Colleges nationwide, directing that students should not resume for the new academic session until further notice. The union also directed the closure of Federal Ministry of Education offices from September 14, 2026 ...
Armed bandits reportedly attacked an Operation Burst base located within a forest reserve along the Igbeti-Igboho axis in Oorelope Local Government Area of Oyo State. The attack occurred between 5:30 a.m. and 6:00 a.m. on Sunday, September 13, 2026, with the attackers setting ablaze a block within the security base ...
The Nigeria Police Force conducted nationwide operations between September 5 and 11, resulting in the arrest of 262 suspects for various crimes. During the same period, 27 kidnapped victims were rescued. The operations were part of efforts to combat crime across the country.
The Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) is mourning the passing of its former General Manager and Chief Executive, Bamanga Tukur, who died on Saturday at the age of 90. Tukur served in the role from 1975 to 1982. NPA Managing Director/CEO Dr Abubakar Dantsoho, in a statement by General Manager, Corporate ...
Men of the Ondo State Police Command have arrested a suspected welder, Andy Giwa, in connection with the possession of a locally fabricated pistol in Ondo State. The arrest was made following police operations in the area. The suspect is currently in custody as investigations continue.
Armed bandits abducted six imams traveling along the Dakko-Damri feeder road in Bakura Local Government Area of Zamfara State. The clerics were on their way to Talata Mafara on Saturday when gunmen intercepted their vehicle at about 11:30 a.m. The Zamfara State Police spokesperson, Yazid Abubakar, confirmed the incident and ...
Suspected bandits attacked a security base in Oyo State, setting a patrol van ablaze. The attackers stormed the base in large numbers, but their efforts to dislodge the security personnel were unsuccessful. The incident is under investigation.
Police in Cross River State have arrested a 22-year-old man, Ason Usang, for allegedly attempting to sell a suspected stolen motorcycle. The arrest took place in Ekori, Yakurr Local Government Area. Usang was taken into custody over the alleged offence. Authorities have not released further details about the case.
The Ogun State Executive Council has approved the reconstruction of major roads, the construction of two new general hospitals, and a power generation project. The approvals were granted during a council meeting. The projects are part of the state's infrastructure and healthcare expansion efforts. No timeline or cost estimates were ...
Tension has risen in Osogbo, the Osun State capital, following the killing of Dauda Oyeyemi, also known as 'Emir', an aide and associate of Governor Ademola Adeleke. The killing occurred amid a park leadership battle. The incident has heightened tensions in the area.
The Bauchi State Police Command has arrested two suspects in connection with an alleged criminal conspiracy, threat to life, and attempted kidnapping. The arrests were made following a police operation that foiled the kidnapping attempt. The suspects are currently in custody as investigations continue.
Adamawa State is in mourning following the death of elder statesman Alhaji Bamanga Tukur, who died in Abuja on Saturday at the age of 90, just three days before his 91st birthday. Tukur was a former Governor of the defunct Gongola State and a prominent figure in Nigeria's political and ...
The Nigerian National Committee of the International Press Institute (IPI Nigeria) has condemned the invasion of JKD TV Hamada Radio Network in Kaduna by heavily armed police officers. In a statement signed by its Secretary, Ahmed Shekarau, and Legal Adviser, Tobi Soniyi, IPI Nigeria described the act as reminiscent of ...
The Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria (MACBAN) in Kaduna State has reported that over 200,000 cattle were lost to banditry, communal clashes, and cattle rustling in eight months in 2026. The association also alleged that 50 of its members were killed during the period. The claims were made ...
Mr Williams, a commissioner in Cross River State, died on Saturday evening while receiving treatment for an undisclosed ailment. The Vanguard newspaper reported the death, citing the deceased's brother. His passing marks another loss of a commissioner in the state.
Borno State Governor Babagana Zulum says more than 5,000 school structures were destroyed during the insurgency. He made the statement while commissioning new projects in the state.