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September 2, 2026

Expert ‌warns of sharp rise in diabetes among Nigerian youths

Lekan Ogunlowo, the CEO of Zenith Care Hospital, Ibadan, attributed the rising number of young Nigerians diagnosed with diabetes to unhealthy lifestyle habits.

Nigerian youngsters
September 2, 2026

Enugu NDC governorship candidate warns against division ahead of 2027 elections

Chinyeaka Ohaa, the Nigeria Democratic Congress governorship candidate in Enugu, has urged party members and supporters to remain united, steadfast, and focused.

September 2, 2026

Alleged Boko Haram terrorist killed in Yobe

“A firefight ensued, during which one terrorist was neutralised, while others fled the area with suspected gunshot wounds,” Mr Goni said.

September 2, 2026

Diphtheria kills 23 people in Plateau

At least 23 people have been killed by diphtheria outbreaks in several communities, including 143 others suspected to be infected in Jos North council area of Plateau.

Jos University Teaching Hospital
September 2, 2026

Kano assembly passes bill to establish economic planning, development council

The Kano State House of Assembly on Monday passed a bill into law to establish the Kano State Economic Planning and Development Council.

Kano State House of Assembly
September 1, 2026

Tinubu felicitates Shettima at 60, calls him trusted ally

“Today, I warmly congratulate Vice President Kashim Shettima, my brother and partner in steering the ship of our state, on his 60th birthday,” he said.

Tinubu with Shettima
September 1, 2026

Lassa fever cases rise to 1,035, deaths hit 252

The NCDC said the case fatality rate rose to 24.4 per cent, up from 18.6 per cent in 2025.

Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention
September 1, 2026

NAPTIP rescues 3,000 victims, says human trafficking migrating to digital space

Mr Adekoye said the agency also secured more than 20 convictions in 2026 as it intensified operations against human trafficking and exploitation.

NAPTIP
September 1, 2026

Fuel price in Nigeria highest among oil-producing countries; war-ravaged Libya sells for N34 per litre: Atiku

Mr Abubakar further accused Mr Tinubu of using the country’s natural resources to punish its citizens.

September 1, 2026

Atiku promises to cancel NELFUND, alleges Tinubu offering student loans after raising school fees

“It is witchcraft economics: create the burden with one hand, offer debt with the other, and demand applause for the intervention,” Mr Abubakar said.

Atiku Abubakar