Thursday, September 10, 2026

States

September 1, 2026

Gov Okpebholo mourns Dan Orbih

Mr Orbih, an influential politician and a former chairman of the governing council of Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma, died on Monday.

Dan Orbih
September 1, 2026

Gov Oborevwori urges Tinubu, army to site 83 Division headquarters in Delta

Mr Oborevwori said Delta is strategically positioned to host the division headquarters because of its central location and concentration of critical national oil and gas assets.

Delta State Governor Sheriff Oborevwori and a committee from the Nigerian Army
September 1, 2026

Gov Okpebholo lauds 2026 Hajj performance, pledges continued support

He urged the board to begin preparations for the 2027 Hajj early, assuring the team that his administration would provide the support.

Okpebholo making public address
September 1, 2026

YSIEC begins screening of candidates ahead of Yobe LG poll

Chairman of the commission, Ibrahim Yabani, said the screening would run from September 1 to September 7.

September 1, 2026

Plateau agriculture commissioner pledges to prioritise food security 

Mr Gai said the ministry under his leadership would focus on policies and programmes that ensure the availability and affordability of food in the state.

Map of Plateau State
September 1, 2026

ANSIEC ‌⁠‍‍⁠⁠‌‍‌‌‍‌presents certificates of return to 21 LG chairmen-elect, others

All the chairmen-elect emerged on the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) platform.

ANSIEC ‌⁠‍‍⁠⁠‌‍‌‌‍‌presents certificates of return
September 1, 2026

Police recover stolen vehicle, nab suspect

Ms John said efforts were ongoing to identify and apprehend other members of the suspected criminal network.

Recovered vehicle
September 1, 2026

Kwara ‌⁠‍‍⁠⁠‌‍⁠⁠⁠‌‌‌assembly declares Edu, Irepodun seats vacant over defection of lawmakers

The Kwara House of Assembly declared Edu and Irepodun constituencies vacant after their representatives defected from the APC to the PDP.

Kwara assembly speaker Salihu Danladi
September 1, 2026

Two men arraigned over alleged theft, assault

Mr Adosun later adjourned the case until September 29 for hearing.

Courtroom