Thursday, August 20, 2026

States

August 13, 2026
Pelumi Olajengbesi
August 13, 2026

Alleged Christian Genocide: Trump reviews U.S. designation of Nigeria as ‘country of particular concern’

The U.S. noted Nigeria’s reported efforts to date, including the prosecution of hundreds of Boko Haram and ISWAP suspects.

Donald Trump official portrait
August 13, 2026

Ex-Accord presidential candidate Christopher Imumolen withdraws support for Gov Adeleke, endorses APC’s Oyebamiji

He said the party’s National Working Committee (NWC) had resolved to support Mr Oyebamiji.

Christopher Imumolen
August 13, 2026

Cross River assembly approves N963 billion supplementary budget

The revised figure represents an increase of N1.45 billion from the earlier N961 billion provision, which translates to a 0.15 per cent increase.

Elvert Ayambem (Credit: Elvert Ayambem)
August 13, 2026

Osun Poll: Tinubu assures residents of security, urges support for Oyebamiji

Mr Tinubu said the necessary security arrangements had been made to ensure a peaceful exercise.

Bola Oyebamiji and President Bola Tinubu
August 13, 2026

Gov. Aliyu spends N2 billion on 1,000 motorcycles for security agents in Sokoto 

Mr Bawa said the motorcycles would complement the 62 armoured vehicles procured by the state government for N27 billion and distributed to security agencies.

Ahmad Aliyu
August 13, 2026

UK govt issues travel advisory to citizens ahead of Osun governorship poll

“Your travel insurance could be invalidated if you travel against advice from the Foreign Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO),” it said.

Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO)
August 13, 2026

NEPC advises exporters to compete globally 

Ms Ayeni said, “Today’s partnership is not merely about financing. It is about creating the financial architecture that enables Nigerian enterprises to compete internationally.”

NEPC
August 13, 2026

Man arraigned for allegedly stealing N4.75 million bakery goods

Mr Adepoju is facing a four-count charge for allegedly breaking into a bakery in Benin and stealing goods valued at N4.75 million.

Courtroom
August 13, 2026

Plateau govt approves establishment of humanitarian affairs ministry

The new ministry is expected to enhance Plateau State’s capacity to respond effectively to humanitarian emergencies and poverty-related challenges.

Plateau State governor, Caleb Mutfwang