Friday, August 21, 2026

States

August 13, 2026

Ekiti artisan, apprentice arraigned over alleged possession of hemp

Mr Oriyomi said the offence contravened Section 5(b) of the Indian Hemp Act LFN 2004.

Scale of justice.
August 13, 2026

Yiaga Africa fears Osun pre-election violence may affect voter turnout

Ms Maikudi warned that unresolved technical problems could disenfranchise eligible voters,

Yiaga Africa
August 13, 2026

We operated for six hours in victim’s house, ate spicy bush meat; drank Henessey; stole N1.5 million: Ibadan Robbery Suspects

Another member of the gang, Afeez Akinpelu, said he and gang members scaled the fence of the victim’s house to gain access to the house.

August 13, 2026

Fathers mobilise against missed children in Kaduna immunisation drive

Fathers in Igabi council area of Kaduna have been mobilised to help close gaps in childhood immunisation after a recent vaccination exercise showed missed children.

Kids playing in Kaduna
August 13, 2026

Police foil AK-47 purchase deal in Kwara, nab suspected buyer

The state Commissioner of police, Ojo Adekimi, assured citizens of continued offensive against criminals.

August 13, 2026

Police nab two suspected kidnappers in Sokoto, rescue 10-year-old boy hidden in sack

The police said the raid of a criminal hideout led to the arrest of Abdullahi Buba, alias “Osho.”

rescued a 10-year-old boy
August 13, 2026

Flood: Christian Aid, UNICEF supply emergency response materials to Kaduna LG

Ms Zarma appreciated Christian Aid and KADSEMA for supporting vulnerable communities.

Christian Aid and UNICEF logo.
August 13, 2026

Ogun woman arraigned over alleged theft of plantain valued at N5 million 

Mr Olu-Balogun stated that Grace unlawfully entered the premises of Lonstel Farm Ltd and stole several bunches of plantain.

Courtroom
August 13, 2026

Kaduna moves to end duplication in agricultural interventions

The Kaduna government says it is strengthening coordination among agricultural stakeholders to reduce the duplication of interventions and improve policy implementation.

Uba Sani of Kaduna State (Credit: Twitter)