Tuesday, October 20, 2026

States

October 16, 2026

Zamfara certifies over 700 auxiliary social workers to boost child protection

The Zamfara government has graduated and certified 710 auxiliary social workers to significantly strengthen child protection and community resilience.

October 16, 2026

Adamawa ‌govt. approves N5.6 billion airport, healthcare contracts

The commissioner said the projects, when completed, are expected to improve public service delivery.

Adamawa State Governor, Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri
October 16, 2026

Police arrest four for electricity infrastructure theft in Calabar

The police command in Cross River has arrested four suspects in connection with the alleged vandalism and theft of electricity infrastructure in Calabar.

police
October 16, 2026

Police confirm kidnap of Catholic priest in Benue

The police command in Benue has confirmed the abduction of John Otache, parish priest of St. Margaret’s Parish, Ajegbe-Awume, in Ohimini council area.

October 16, 2026

Kano man arraigned for alleged N34.8 million fraud

The EFCC said the suspect was arraigned on Wednesday before Justice Musa Karaye of the Kano State High Court.

Court dock
October 16, 2026

Police arraign three for stealing goats

The suspects are standing trial on two counts of stealing and receiving stolen property.

Goats used to illustrate the story
October 16, 2026

Court jails five for spraying naira notes

The judge held that the abuse of naira notes contravened Section 21(3) of the Central Bank of Nigeria Act 2007.

Money sprayed at parties
October 16, 2026

Kaduna consumers cut food consumption amid rising prices

A market survey showed that many households can no longer afford bulk purchases.

Food Items at Utako Market, Abuja (Credit: Ahmed Oluwasanjo)
October 16, 2026

Lagos to divert traffic for Ozumba Mbadiwe Road rehabilitation from October 19

The commissioner implored motorists to plan their movement, obey traffic officials, and cooperate with the interventions put in place to ease traffic.

Traffic on Ozumba Mbadiwe Road in Victoria Island is blocked due to an ongoing demonstration.
October 16, 2026

Kaduna SSG counsels governing board members to operate within law

Mr Meyere pointed out that a board or council provides policy direction and oversight, while day-to-day administration remains the responsibility of the management.

Uba Sani of Kaduna State (Credit: Twitter)