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July 24, 2026

Benue govt, partners distribute dignity kits to girls in IDP camp

She assured them of the ministry’s continued commitment to supporting initiatives that improve access to healthcare.

Benue state government logo
July 24, 2026

Man arrested for attempted rape, impersonation in Bauchi

Police said the suspect unlawfully gained entry into a female students’ lodge while dressed in a full police camouflage uniform.

Hamed Sale
July 24, 2026

Oyo flood-prone communities worry over NEWMAP-EIB implementation delay

The residents lamented that the continued delay in implementing the project has left them living in fear whenever there is heavy rainfall.

Oyo State
July 24, 2026

Kaduna strengthens emergency maternal, newborn care through simulation training for clinicians

Ms Ahmad said simulation-based learning provides healthcare workers the opportunity to build practical skills.

Healthcare professionals in a maternity ward
July 24, 2026

APC, Accord trade words over failed Osun flyover

A portion of the flyover, inaugurated on July 1, reportedly collapsed in the early hours of Friday after a downpour.

Osun flyover
July 24, 2026

Troops raid criminal hideout in Rivers community, recover weapons 

The Nigerian Army said the operation targeted a suspected criminal hideout along the Omoku–Ogbaku–Ndoni axis.

recover weapons
July 24, 2026

Cattle rustling threatens Fulani herders’ livelihoods in Kwara, community leader says

He said livestock serves as the primary source of income and sustenance for the Fulani communities.

Herder
July 24, 2026

FG trains ward-level enumerators in Kogi

The federal government commenced a nationwide ward development enumeration exercise, starting from Kogi State.

Nigerian Bureau of Statistics (NBS)
July 24, 2026

Kaduna govt unveils education data to drive return of 187,719 out-of-school children

The report is expected to guide government decisions on school construction, teacher deployment and targeted interventions across communities.

Kaduna deputy governor Hadiza Balarabe
July 24, 2026

166 Kaduna communities at risk of flooding, says NIHSA

Mr Yakong said 166 communities in Lere Local Government Area, 16 schools, three health facilities and three places of worship had been identified as vulnerable.

Flooded community (Credit: NAN)