Wednesday, November 11, 2026

States

February 27, 2026

Flood: NSCDC strengthens disaster response mechanisms in Jigawa

Mr Ingawa said the corps has scaled up awareness creation activities to sensitise communities on disaster prevention and safety tips.

Flooded Jigawa
February 27, 2026

Lagos Market Demolition: Court adjourns Owode Onirin traders’ suit until March 17

They seek to set aside the court’s June 20, 2024, ruling, which they claim led to the alleged invasion and demolition of parts of the market in August 2025.

February 27, 2026

21-year-old mother remanded for allegedly killing one-month-old son

Ms Paul, who lives at No. 113, Ikyese Street in the Gboko Local Government Area of Benue, was charged with culpable homicide.

Court room
February 27, 2026

Ooni installs Awojoodu new Jaaran of Ile-Ife

Mr Olafare said the rites were performed in strict adherence to the customs guiding the appointment of high-ranking chiefs in Ile-Ife for centuries.

Saka Awojoodu
February 27, 2026

Police arrest two suspected gunrunners trafficking weapons from Benin Republic

Two suspected members of an international ammunition trafficking syndicate have been arrested in Budo Mosalasi, Saki, Oyo State, the police said.

Armed police officers on duty
February 27, 2026

Ondo police warn religious leaders against night worship after abduction of pregnant women in church

Mr Lawal explained that all the victims were pregnant women and one physically challenged person.

Vigil
February 27, 2026

Fubara warns SSG, chief of staff against late-night meetings, threatens immediate sacking

Governor Siminalayi Fubara has warned the newly sworn-in government officials against unauthorised late-night meetings or any conduct that could embarrass his administration.

Rivers Governor Siminalayi Fubara
February 27, 2026

NSCDC commandant-general bows out of service

Mr Audi assumed office on March 1, 2021, following his appointment by President Muhammadu Buhari.

Ahmed Audi
February 27, 2026

Police commissioner inaugurates offices built by Kore community in Kano

Police commissioner Ibrahim Bakori has inaugurated three offices at Kore Police Division, built by community members in Dambatta LGA.

“The commissioner of police, Ibrahim Bakori,
February 27, 2026

NSCDC seeks collective action on environmental risks in Kaduna

NSCDC has called on Kaduna residents and stakeholders to adopt proactive environmental practices to build resilient, sustainable communities.

Civil Defence’s female squad