Tuesday, October 20, 2026

States

October 15, 2026

LAWMA begins clearing Iyana Oworo’s black spot waste

Mr Gbadegesin said LAWMA was investigating the source of the illegal dumping at the location.

Waste evacuation in FCT
October 15, 2026

Customs hands over seized cannabis worth over N2.26 billion to NDLEA

The controller attributed the success to intelligence-led enforcement, modern technology, and collaboration among security agencies.

October 15, 2026

Gov. Sanwo-Olu tasks 1,800 law enforcement officers on responsible conduct, impartiality 

The governor also urged residents to cooperate with law enforcement officers.

Babajide Sanwo-Olu
October 15, 2026

CDHR advises activists against selective rights advocacy  

Mr Ogundipe called for evidence-based advocacy, accountability and stronger institutions.

CDHR
October 15, 2026

Kwara doctors begin seven-day warning strike over salary structure, insurance deductions 

The CMD expressed confidence in the state government’s commitment to workers’ welfare.

DOCTORS
October 15, 2026

Suspect nabbed with 400 wraps of Indian hemp in Kogi

Ms Saliu said the suspect’s vehicle was intercepted by the police during a stop-and-search operation.

Suspect
October 15, 2026

Troops kill Lakurawa fighters, recover five motorcycles in Sokoto operation

The spokesperson for the operation, made the announcement in a statement on Thursday.

Troops kill Lakurawa fighters
October 15, 2026

ICRC reports 18% rise in malnutrition cases in North-East

ICRC says malnutrition admissions have risen by 18 per cent at its supported health facilities in the North-East, from 17,000 cases in 2025 to nearly 20,000 in 2026.

Malnourished kids in North-East