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June 2, 2026

Kogi assembly advances bills on sanitation, free maternal healthcare

Following extensive deliberations, the lawmakers referred both bills to the relevant committees for further legislative action.

Governor Ahmed Ododo of Kogi [Photo Credit: Twitter]
June 2, 2026

Gov. Idris to set up committee to review Kebbi primary school teachers’ salaries

He said the committee would examine the implementation of the new minimum wage and other salary adjustments and submit its report within one month.

Kebbi State Governor Nasir Idris
June 2, 2026

Actor Seyi Awolowo criticises Tinubu, other politicians for politicking while Oyo schoolchildren, staff remain in captivity

He also condemned his friends for campaigning ahead of the 2027 elections rather than holding the government to account.

Seyi Awolowo
June 2, 2026

Amnesty condemns killing of 17 in Sokoto community

It also called for justice and protection for affected communities.

Amnesty International
June 2, 2026

Police nab eight suspects over alleged possession of drugs in Maiduguri

He said 46 capsules of Tramadol, 12 wraps of dried leaves suspected to be Indian hemp, and two D5 tablets were recovered from the suspects.

Police officer
June 2, 2026

673,446 registered voters eligible for Ondo by-election, INEC says

He said the election would be held in the 1,354 polling units across the six local government areas that make up the senatorial district.

INEC Photo (Credit: Punch Newspapers)
June 2, 2026

Troops kill four bandits, rescue victims in Benue, Taraba

Mr Zubairu stated that the victims were evacuated to the Primary Health Centre in Gbajimba for treatment.

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June 2, 2026

Police arrest three suspected criminals in Oyo, recover pistol, stolen cables

Mr Olayinka stated that the suspects were cooperating with investigators as inquiries progress.

Police
June 2, 2026

Lagos assembly restates commitment to state police as teachers protest against abductions

Mr Akintoye, expressed concern over the increasing wave of kidnappings targeting schools.

Lagos protesters
June 2, 2026

Protester rains curses on Tinubu, says Seyi gallivanting at Ojude Oba while terrorists hold schoolchildren hostage

The protester said, “You are wicked people. We will talk and you will not take action. We are tired.”

President's son, Seyi Tinubu, at the 2026 Ojude Oba Festival in Ijebu, Ogun State,