Saturday, August 22, 2026

States

August 3, 2026

Edo: Court remands three over alleged cultism

The trio are facing a two-count charge of conspiracy and belonging to a secret cult.

Gavel used to illustrate the story
August 3, 2026

Bauchi govt, UNICEF push community-driven advocacy to sustain nutrition practices

Ms Rafique urged communities to adopt sustainable approaches to tackle malnutrition by establishing support mechanisms for vulnerable pregnant and lactating women.

Bauchi, UNICEF
August 3, 2026

Court remands two over alleged robbery

The court adjourned the case until August 18 for further proceedings.

Courtroom
August 3, 2026

Kwara targets 70% exclusive breastfeeding coverage

Ms Elelu observed that the exclusive breastfeeding rate was still low in the state.

Breastfeeding mother
August 3, 2026

Imole Campaign Council kicks as IG returns CP Gotan to Osun ahead of governorship poll

The campaign group of Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke faulted the redeployment of CP Ibrahim Gotan to the state ahead of the August 15 governorship election.

Pelumi Olajengbesi
August 3, 2026

Police arrest suspect in Niger, recover locally made gun, ammunition

“He couldn’t give a satisfactory account of himself, as well as the gun in his possession,” Mr Abiodun said.

Arrested suspect
August 3, 2026

Borno youths laud govt’s skills programme

The youths said the initiative was bridging skills gaps, tackling unemployment and empowering young people to become self-reliant and economically productive.

Borno State
August 3, 2026

Anambra govt urges Nnewi communities to comply with planning regulations

The Anambra State government urged communities in Nnewi North and Nnewi South local government areas to comply with town planning regulations.

Chukwuma Soludo
August 3, 2026

Oyo NUP directs pensioners to commence protests at LAUTECH, EAUED over pension adjustments

“The management of these two institutions implemented the minimum wage for their active workers while leaving out their pensioners,” Mr Abatan said.

Nigerian Union of Pensioners
August 3, 2026

NEMA seeks collaboration against fire disasters in Kaduna

NEMA called for stronger collaboration and investment in fire prevention in Kaduna State.

NEMA