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July 16, 2026

Enugu suspends three monarchs, four others for alleged security breaches 

The commissioner explained that the alleged conduct was contrary to Governor Peter Mbah’s zero-tolerance policy on insecurity in Enugu State.

Governor Peter Mbah
July 16, 2026

LASTMA rescued 200 victims across 500 road crashes in three months: General Manager 

Mr Bakare-Oki further advised residents to postpone non-essential trips during periods of heavy rainfall and flash floods to ensure their safety.

LASTMA
July 16, 2026

Wizkid, DJ Mustard, Tyla, others to perform at BlastFest July 18

The ‘Piece of My Heart’ crooner added that he would also perform at Trillville, also known as Tribeville Festival Deluxe in Minneapolis on July 24.

Wizkid
July 16, 2026

Abuja man ordered to sweep court premises for one day over phone theft

The police said the offence contravened the provisions of Section 288 of the Penal Code Law.

Courtroom
July 16, 2026

Asake announces ‘In God We Trust’ Europe, North America tour

His hit song ‘Amapiano’ was nominated for the Best African Music Performance category at the 2024 Grammy Awards, despite being sung mainly in Yoruba.

Asake
July 16, 2026

FG unveils Nigeria Genomic City to drive research, innovation

The federal government has unveiled the Nigeria Genomic City initiative as part of efforts to transform the country into a knowledge and innovation-driven economy.

Tunji Alausa
July 16, 2026

Court frees man accused of theft after complainant’s case withdrawal

Mr Tellang said the complainant agreed to withdraw the case after the defendant paid part of the money involved.

LEGISLATIVE GAVEL
July 16, 2026

Ogun men bag prison sentence for stealing generator

The Abeokuta Magistrate’s Court, Isabo Division, on Thursday, sentenced two men to a year’s imprisonment each for stealing a generator valued at N1.1 million.

Ogun prison
July 16, 2026

Kano cancer centre urges early detection of sarcoma

The CEO of Kano Cancer Treatment Centre, Nafisa Abdu, has urged Nigerians to seek prompt medical attention for suspicious lumps, unexplained swelling and prolonged bone pain.

Oncology department in a teaching hospital
July 16, 2026

Police to conduct autopsy on woman who died in Umahi’s residence

The police command in Ebonyi has engaged the services of a pathologist to conduct a post-mortem examination on Mary Habila to determine the cause of her death.

Minister of Works David Umahi