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States

May 8, 2026

Nasarawa deputy speaker seeks support for Tinubu, APC in 2027

Mr Oyanki, who represents Doma North, made the call during a meeting with a forum of political appointees from Doma LGA.

Tinubu at APC rally
May 8, 2026

Kogi govt seals Daarul Kitab orphanage after kidnap of several children

The Kogi government has sealed the Daarul Kitab Islamic Training Centre in Zariagi, Adavi LGA, for operating without government approval.

Governor Ahmed Ododo of Kogi [Photo Credit: Twitter]
May 8, 2026

Defence minister lauds ICRC’s humanitarian efforts in Nigeria

Defence minister Christopher Musa has commended the ICRC for its sustained humanitarian services, particularly in conflict-affected areas of the North-East.

IDPs
May 8, 2026

AFAN seeks urgent input subsidy as farmers shun fields in Kaduna

The All Farmers Association of Nigeria in Kaduna has urged the government to intervene urgently on input subsidies.

Farmers in Africa used to illustrate the story.
May 8, 2026

Kogi inaugurates NG-CARES 2.0 steering committee to alleviate poverty

The Kogi government has inaugurated the COVID-19 Action Recovery and Economic Stimulus 2.0 State Steering Committee to alleviate poverty.

Masses
May 8, 2026

Enugu govt seals illegal health facilities

The Enugu State Ministry of Health has sealed three illegal health facilities operating without an operational licence within the Enugu South LGA.

Peter Mbah
May 8, 2026

Forecasts prompt NEMA to push for climate-smart farming in Sokoto

The National Emergency Management Agency has urged Sokoto farmers to adopt climate-smart agricultural practices.

Flood
May 8, 2026

Police shot dead alleged kidnapper in Plateau gunfight

The police command in Plateau has killed a suspected kidnapper and recovered an AK-47 rifle in Gindri, Mangu LGA.

Armed cops in Kaduna
May 8, 2026

Kano govt renews focus on maternal, child health

The Kano government has reaffirmed its commitment to improving maternal, newborn, and child health and family planning.

Pregnant women in Bauchi