Friday, August 21, 2026

States

August 8, 2026

Ondo lawmaker involved in auto crash, two injured: FRSC

The FRSC said the crash involved three vehicles and 19 people.

Donald Ojogo
August 8, 2026

Tinubu TorchBearers offer free healthcare to 250 Bayelsa residents

The outreach, led by the group’s state coordinator, Dame Julie Donli, included medical consultations, treatment and medication for residents with various health complaints.

free medical outreach organised by the Tinubu TorchBearers
August 8, 2026

Osun Poll: Gunmen attack APC rally in Ilesa

Mr Omowaiye said a 12-year-old boy and other party members were attacked and shot during a peaceful campaign rally in Ilesa West.

APC LOGO
August 8, 2026

Gov Sanwo-Olu orders clearance of Lagos-Badagry expressway

Mr Sanwo-Olu stated that activities capable of obstructing traffic and movement must not be allowed along the highway because of its strategic importance.

Lagos Badagry expressway
August 8, 2026

Police arrest five Pakistanis in Benue, recover 35 phones

Mr Ochia said the command suspected that possessing the phones could be a decoy for clandestine activities in rural areas of the state.

police
August 8, 2026

Suspected cable vandal electrocuted in Delta

TCN says its team discovered the dead body of a suspected vandal crushed to death under collapsed tower members in Delta State.

cable vandal
August 8, 2026

UNFPA trains Benue midwives, workers on sexual, reproductive health emergencies

Mr Idrisa said women and girls were particularly vulnerable during humanitarian crises.

United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA)
August 8, 2026

Troops disrupt terrorists’ logistics, nab suspects in Zamfara

Mr Danja said the troops encountered terrorists at Birnin Tsaba village.

Troops
August 8, 2026

Gunmen kill 85-year-old community leader in Benin

Ms Ikoedem said investigation into the incident was ongoing.

Nigerian police officers used to illustrate the story
August 8, 2026

FG announces temporary closure of Lagos-Calabar coastal highway 

According to Mr Dare, the engagement will include discussions on the service lanes, among others.

Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway