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July 20, 2026

Four killed in Sokoto rainstorm

According to NEMA, many homes and critical public infrastructure, including one primary school and one hospital, were damaged.

Sokoto State government logo
July 20, 2026

Stakeholders push policy retention as CBN’s monetary policy committee meets

In its 305th meeting in May, the MPC retained the monetary policy rate at 26.5 per cent.

Central Bank of Nigeria Logo
July 20, 2026

Man seeks court order for access to two-year-old son

The judge adjourned the case until August 11 for mention.

Court room
July 20, 2026

Police foil cult initiation in Delta, recover firearms

The police spokesman said recovered exhibits included one pump-action gun, one cut-to-size double-barrelled gun, seven live cartridges and two expended cartridges.

Bright Edafe
July 20, 2026

Sanwo-Olu pays N3.1 billion compensation to 300 Lagos property owners

Mr Sanwo-Olu presented more than N3.1 billion in compensation to over 300 property owners affected by government land acquisition.

Lagos Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu
July 20, 2026

FG pledges policy support for sustainable aviation fuel

He stated that while aviation remains critical to economic growth, the sector must also contribute meaningfully to global efforts to address climate change.

Festus Keyamo
July 20, 2026

Cost-reflective tariffs will improve Nigeria’s power sector: Expert

“Cost-reflective tariffs will not only improve delivery but also encourage new investments in both fossil-fuel and renewable energy generation,” he said.

Prepaid metres
July 20, 2026

Iran confirms U.S. proposal to resume talks amid latest attacks

Iran says it received proposals from mediators about resuming negotiations with the United States.

Esmaeil Baghaei
July 20, 2026

CSCS declares N1 interim dividend after half-year earnings

The company noted that the interim dividend represented 56 per cent of the total dividend of N1.78 per share paid for the 2025 financial year.

Central Securities Clearing System (CSCS) Plc
July 20, 2026

Mental health key to attaining excellence in children, says expert

He said children perform better academically and socially when the learning environment supports their emotional well-being.

kids inside classroom