Thursday, September 10, 2026

States

August 31, 2026

OOU sets September 28 for new academic session

Olabisi Onabanjo University, Ago-Iwoye, has fixed September 28 for the commencement of the 2026-27 academic year.

Olabisi Onabanjo University
August 31, 2026

Police warn against unapproved political rallies in Akwa Ibom

The police command in Akwa Ibom warned political parties, support groups and associations against organising rallies without proper clearance and security coordination.

police
August 31, 2026

2027 Hajj: Kano pilgrims’ board sets September 5 deadline for e-passport submission

The Kano State Pilgrims Welfare Board set September 5 as the deadline for e-passport submissions.

Kano State
August 31, 2026

Tinubu seeks collective action against insecurity in North Central

Mr Tinubu urged traditional and religious leaders, women and youths in the North Central zone to strengthen collaboration with government and security agencies.

North Central zone
August 31, 2026

Follow APC, enjoy honey, campaign against us, get your finger broken: Borno Commissioner

“This is our government. Follow us and enjoy honey,” Mr Buba said.

Saina Buba,
August 31, 2026

Ember Months: FRSC begins public enlightenment in Ogun

The FRSC said it partnered with transport unions, communities and security agencies to reduce road crashes during the period.

Federal Road Safety Corps
August 31, 2026

NCoS nabs woman for smuggling drugs to relative on death row in Ogun prison

The Nigerian Correctional Service has arrested a female visitor for attempting to smuggle suspected illicit drugs into the Medium Security Custodial Centre, Ibara, Abeokuta.

Iyabo Sowunmi
August 31, 2026

Gov Sani faces 17 challengers in Kaduna governorship race

Governor Uba Sani is to face 17 other candidates in the 2027 governorship election, following the publication of candidates’ particulars by INEC.

Uba San
August 31, 2026

Police arrest 19-year-old for attempted robbery in Katsina

The police command in Katsina says it arrested a suspect in connection with an armed robbery in Kofar Sauri. The suspect, Aliyu Sani, was accused of robbery and impersonation.

Recovered toy pistol
August 31, 2026

Committee to develop people-centred blueprint for Gov Yusuf’s second term

The Abba Kabir-Yusuf Campaign Blueprint Development Committee has pledged to produce an inclusive, people-centred policy document for the Kano governorship election in 2027.

Governor Abba Yusuf of Kano State