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August 21, 2026

Group ‌⁠‍‍⁠⁠‌‌‍‍⁠‍⁠‌‌urges National Assembly to withdraw foreign aid regulation bill

The group said the proposed legislation and related bills could undermine humanitarian operations, civic space and the independence of civil society organisations.

August 21, 2026

Two men in court over alleged possession of cannabis

The judge adjourned the case until September 14 for hearing.

Court dock
August 21, 2026

Army tasks personnel on productivity, workplace efficiency

NARC urged participants in its work ethics and organisational performance course to apply what they learned to improve productivity and organisational efficiency in their workplaces.

Nigerian Army Resource Centre
August 21, 2026

Guards ‌⁠‍‍⁠⁠‌‌‍‍⁠‍⁠‌‌brigade tests officers’ combat readiness in proficiency competition

The competition commenced on August 17 with obstacle crossing, weapon handling, map reading, kilometre combat run and combat swimming.

Guards Brigade
August 21, 2026

Paramilitary recruitment process to be completed in four weeks: Board

The board is currently recruiting into the NSCDC, the Federal Fire Service, the Nigeria Immigration Service and the Nigerian Correctional Service.

August 21, 2026

FEC approves revised national biotechnology policy

FEC approved the revised policy to update Nigeria’s 2001 biotechnology policy after 25 years of scientific and technological advances.

August 21, 2026

PENGASSAN urges action on oil, gas reforms

PENGASSAN called for the effective implementation of ongoing oil and gas reforms to attract sustainable and bankable investments into the sector.

PENGASSAN
August 21, 2026

EFCC withdraws cybercrime charges against Bayero University student Maryam Shehu, another individual

The anti-graft agency said its chairman Ola Olukoyede ordered the withdrawal of the charges on compassionate grounds.

August 21, 2026

Eid-ul-Mawlid: FG declares Tuesday public holiday

Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, said the period should also serve as a time for collective prayer for the country’s peace and cohesion.

Muslims praying inside mosque
August 21, 2026

Shettima seeks holistic approach to tackle humanitarian crises

Mr Shettima called for a holistic approach to tackle humanitarian crises and ensure durable solutions.

Vice-President Kashim Shettima