Friday, August 28, 2026

News Agency of Nigeria

August 26, 2026

Guinea-Bissau to vote on law to expand presidential powers

“The changes give the president absolute power under the new constitution, with no political opposition,” Mr De Barros said.

Guinea-Bissau
August 26, 2026

Soldiers foil kidnap attempt in Zamfara, rescue 14 victims

The army stated, “One of the rescued victims sustained a gunshot wound during the incident and was evacuated to a hospital in Tsafe for medical attention.”

Troops
August 26, 2026

Namibian president urges unity in struggle for economic emancipation

Namibia’s natural resources to be used to improve the well-being of its citizens.

Namibian President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah
August 26, 2026

Gov. Sule swears in eight new commissioners, 11 special advisers, others

Mr Sule urged them to embrace his administration’s policies and programmes to drive development in the state.

Gov. Abdullahi Sule
August 26, 2026

Town planners council seeks stronger regulation, support for urban development 

Mr Ezenwa said his administration would promote unity and inclusiveness.

Town Planners Registration Council of Nigeria
August 26, 2026

Kano govt raises monthly pension payment from N5,000 to N20,000 ‎

Mr Jibrin appealed to the state government to sustain regular payment of pensions.

NUP logo
August 26, 2026

NOA decries political violence, intensifies voter education ahead of 2027 elections

Ms Bello-Maikudi said voter education had become a major focus of the agency’s activities as the 2027 elections approach.

National Orientation Agency (NOA)
August 26, 2026

Bicycles thrive in Kano amid modern means of transportation

Beyond transportation, health-conscious residents also use bicycles for exercise.

Bicycle riders in Kano State