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States

June 23, 2026
Gavel used to illustrate the story
June 23, 2026

Traditional institutions remain vital to national cohesion: Shettima

Vice-President Kashim Shettima has said traditional institutions are important to strengthening national unity and promoting peaceful coexistence across the country.

Vice-President Kashim Shettima
June 23, 2026

Niger govt reaffirms commitment to widows’ welfare, empowerment

The Niger government has reaffirmed its commitment to widows’ welfare and economic empowerment across the state.

Umar Mohammed Bago
June 23, 2026

Rivers CP orders detention of officers caught extorting motorist

The police commissioner in Rivers, Gbenga Adepoju, has ordered the arrest and detention of some officers caught in a viral video on Monday, extorting a motorist.

Olugbenga Adepoju
June 23, 2026

Eight people killed after farmers, herders’ violent clash in Kebbi

At least eight people were killed in a violent clash between farmers and herders in Kebbi.

Armed herdsmen
June 23, 2026

Troops rescued 47 ISWAP hostages from terrorist enclave in Borno: Military

The military said the hostages were rescued following sustained offensive operations by troops against ISWAP strongholds in the Lake Chad region.

June 23, 2026

Kano govt suspends water scheme manager over alleged sabotage

While the government sustains its efforts to revive these water schemes, he called on the public to do its part to protect public assets.

Dahiru Muhammad-Hashim
June 23, 2026

Kano agency, producers partner to improve sachet water quality

The chairman of the association, Ahmad Bala-Hudu, stated this during a courtesy visit to the council in Kano on Monday.

Satchet water sellers in Kano
June 23, 2026

Bandits attack Plateau, kill at least 20 people in Bokkos

The Plateau police command confirmed the killing of 20 persons in an attack on Kawel in Mushere district, Bokkos council area.

Caleb Mutfwang
June 23, 2026

Egungun Festival: Olubadan warns masqueraders, followers against violence

Mr Ladoja assured that all necessary arrangements to ensure a hitch-free 2026 Ibadan Egungun festival had been made by the palace.

Masqueraders in Ibadan