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July 16, 2026

Tinubu inaugurates $3.05 billion anti-poverty, development programmes

He said the programmes formed a single national strategy to translate recent macroeconomic gains into improved livelihoods.

President Bola Tinubu
July 16, 2026

Insecurity: ONSA certifies training of 500 forest guards in Edo

He said the initiative is a component of the federal government’s efforts to combat terrorism and banditry by training well-equipped forest guards.

July 16, 2026

Court dismisses stay of execution plea by MD of Enugu FNH

Justice Emmanuel Subilim, in a ruling, also ordered the immediate reinstatement of Monday Igwe to complete his tenure as MD.

LEGISLATIVE GAVEL
July 16, 2026

Rivers pushes restorative justice to decongest prisons

She said the measures were vital to reducing prison congestion and speeding up the criminal justice process.

Rivers State
July 16, 2026

German agency urges dialogue, human rights protection to deepen Nigeria’s democracy

“The destiny of a diverse society is not written by its differences, but by the choices we make together about how we live with them,” he said.

July 16, 2026

Lagos council launches interest-free loan scheme for farmers, small business owners

The scheme covers loans ranging from N50,000 to N5 million, with the council chairman undertaking to pay the nine per cent interest on behalf of beneficiaries.

July 16, 2026

Bayelsa names Abdul Maikaba as United FC coach, targets premier league return

Mr Maikaba will be assisted by fellow experienced coach Ngozi Elechi.

Enugu Rangers coach, Abdul Maikaba
July 16, 2026

Two dead, four injured in Osun violent clashes: Police

The police public relations officer, Abiodun Ojelabi, said on Thursday that the incidents occurred on Wednesday night and Thursday morning.

Osun State Map
July 16, 2026

FRSC inaugurates quarters, reaffirms commitment to personnel welfare

Mr Mohammed described the project as another major milestone in the FRSC’s commitment to improving the welfare of its personnel through affordable and sustainable housing schemes.

FRSC
July 16, 2026

Joint security forces foil armed robbery in Imo, nab suspect 

Mr Okoye said that the residents had noticed highly suspicious activity in the neighbourhood.

Armed policemen in Benue State.