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June 19, 2026

Ekiti Poll: Vote-buying, intimidation threaten governorship election credibility, group says

The group expressed concern over the misuse of personal data for voter manipulation.

European Union Support to Democratic Governance in Nigeria (EU-SDGN)
June 19, 2026

Benue: Safety alert issued after boat ferrying 43 passengers crashed, killing nine

A boat carrying 43 passengers from Kwanta Wadata to Daudu capsized on Saturday, killing nine people.

Capsized boat used to illustrate the story.
June 19, 2026

Eight sentenced to community service over illegal waste dumping in Abeokuta

They were sentenced on two counts of unlawful and improper waste disposal on public roads and acts dangerous to health, life and property.

Roadside refuse dumping
June 19, 2026

Plateau establishes sickle cell registry to boost data collection, planning

Mr Baamlong said the initiative ended the fragmented approaches to sickle cell care.

Plateau State governor, Caleb Mutfwang
June 19, 2026

NDLEA arraigns 65-year-old woman for allegedly trafficking 238.5kg of cannabis in Ibadan

The court adjourned the suit until June 26 for a hearing on the bail application.

NDLEA agents
June 19, 2026

Nine Ibadan hotel workers arraigned over alleged N17.6 million theft

The defendants allegedly stole proceeds from payments made for lodging at the facility.

Court room
June 19, 2026

Lagos seeks climate funding for vulnerable cities

According to him, vulnerable cities require localised climate financing, technology transfer and direct partnerships with international institutions.

June 19, 2026

#EkitiDecides2026: Group launches anti-vote-buying campaign ahead of governorship poll

The group urged residents to protect the sanctity of their votes by rejecting electoral inducements and making informed choices at the polls.

Ekiti
June 19, 2026

Bauchi electoral commission fixes August 17 for council elections

The Bauchi State Independent Electoral Commission (BASIEC) has issued a 60-day notice for the local council election scheduled for August 17, 2026.

Bauchi State governor, Bala Mohammed
June 19, 2026

#EkitiDecides2026: Police restrict movement ahead of governorship poll

The police said the restriction would take effect from midnight (12:00 a.m.) to 6:00 p.m. and cover both intra-state and inter-state roads within Ekiti.

Armed police officers on duty