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States

July 14, 2026

Yobe govt approves enrolment of retirees in health insurance scheme

The Yobe government has approved the enrolment of state and local government retirees into its health insurance scheme.

Yobe State Governor, Mai Mala Buni
July 14, 2026

Niger govt bans graduation ceremonies in private schools

The Niger Private Schools Board has discontinued graduation ceremonies in all private schools with immediate effect.

Governor Mohammed Bago
July 14, 2026

SGBV: Abia child molesters convicted, sentenced to 40 years’ imprisonment

Two Abia child molesters have been convicted and sentenced to 30 years and 10 years’ imprisonment, respectively.

Abia prison
July 14, 2026

Ibadan: Kidnapped Oyo headmaster freed, police say

Mr Owoade, headmaster of Nomadic Basic School, Ogodu, Igbojaye, was kidnapped by gunmen while working on his farm at about 5:00 p.m. on Saturday.

Owoade Mathew
July 13, 2026

Troops detain terrorists’ logistics suppliers, recover weapons in southern Kaduna

Mr Oteh disclosed that the suspects were intercepted and subsequently arrested by troops while travelling from Plateau to Niger State.

Troops
July 13, 2026

Makinde seeks UN, global rights bodies’ probe of Oyo school abduction

Mr Makinde’s call on international organisations to probe the abduction came days after he linked the abduction to his 2027 presidential ambition.

July 13, 2026

Makinde charges Oyo commissioners to stay committed as administration enters final lap

Mr Makinde urged government appointees to prioritise legacy over tenure, citing the late Obafemi Awolowo as an example.

Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State
July 13, 2026

Oyo police arrest man, recover pistol, drugs

The police said the investigation is ongoing, with efforts intensified to identify, track, and apprehend the fleeing suspects.

Police Officer
July 13, 2026

Gov. Sani appoints new aides, board chairs to enhance service delivery

Mr Musa said that the appointments are part of the ongoing efforts to strengthen governance and inject fresh energy into public service.

Uba Sani of Kaduna State (Credit: Twitter)
July 13, 2026

Police detain suspect over illegal possession of firearm in Enugu

The police said a concealed locally made double-barrelled pistol was found in the suspect’s possession during a search.

Police on stop-and-search