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July 31, 2026

Troops rescue 14 kidnap victims in Edo 

The spokesperson said efforts were ongoing to apprehend the fleeing kidnappers.

Nigerian Troops
July 31, 2026

NPF deploys Etaifo as CP for Osun election

He said Mr Etaifo would oversee and coordinate election security operations across the state. 

Samuel Etaifo
July 31, 2026

UNIOSUN matriculates 493 part-time students into degree programmes

The vice-chancellor warned the students against cultism and examination malpractice, among other vices.

Osun State University
July 31, 2026

Xenophobia: Gov Oborevwori donates N175 million to 86 returnees from South Africa

The governor pledged government support to help the returnees recover from the trauma.

Delta Governor, RT. Hon Sheriff Oborevwori signing a document
July 31, 2026

NAPTIP intensifies anti-trafficking campaigns in Jigawa

Mr Turajo said Jigawa remained a source and major international transit route for human trafficking to Europe and the Middle East.

NAPTIP
July 31, 2026

Oyo Abduction: Makinde inaugurates eight-man judicial commission of inquiry

Mr Makinde said accountability and reform would restore public confidence and help prevent a recurrence.

Seyi Makinde
July 31, 2026

Cross River Landslide: Community attributes disaster to sea goddess’ wrath

Mr Okon said the community believes the disaster transcended natural causes and that traditional cleansing rites and prayers must accompany engineering interventions.

July 31, 2026

Enugu govt cracks down on quack health practitioners

Mr Ugwu decried the growing unprofessional practices, including facilities where laboratory services were combined with pharmacies, treatment centres, and provision stores.

Enugu State
July 31, 2026

NGO takes birth-spacing campaign to Emir of Zazzau’s palace 

The group said the intervention became necessary due to the persistent burden of maternal and infant mortality.

July 31, 2026

Flood Disaster: FG, partners stage simulation in Cross River

Zubaida Umar, NEMA DG, said the exercise demonstrated the coordinated actions required before, during, and after flooding to minimise loss of lives, livelihoods, and property.