Thursday, November 12, 2026

States

February 4, 2026

IPOB, ESN: Nigerian Army promises to protect Onitsha market traders against unknown gunmen

The army said “criminal elements masquerading as freedom fighters have been instilling fear and undermining the livelihoods of hard-working citizens”.

Nigerian soldiers and ESN in Anambra
February 3, 2026

Ekiti govt donated N100 million to fire victims, says deputy gov

Ms Afuye said the government also spent a cumulative N150 million to mitigate the impact of the 2025 rainstorm on victims from the 16 LGAs.

Ekiti Deputy Governor Monisade Afuye
February 3, 2026

Lagos govt backs Carter Railway drainage project

The project entails a reinforced concrete drainage channel from Murtala Muhammed Way, Ebute-Meta, through the NRC corridor to Iponri.

Babajide Sanwo-Olu
February 3, 2026

Police uncover transnational human trafficking scheme, rescue victim in Enugu

Mr Ndukwe said the suspect was detained on January 21 by operatives of the command serving in Igbo-Eze North Police Division.

Police officers
February 3, 2026

Ibadan LG chair led thugs to vandalise rail assets, NRC alleges

Mr Opeifa said rails, sleepers, signal poles, billboards and fences belonging to NRC tenants along the corridor were destroyed and carted away.

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February 3, 2026

Lagos: Alimosho LG boss inaugurates three road projects

Mr Akinpelu commended residents for their “spirit of self-help and community development.

road
February 3, 2026

Lagos assembly orders suspension of Makoko demolitions

The intervention followed protests staged last week by displaced Makoko residents at the assembly complex.

Makoko
February 3, 2026

Adamawa distributes 2024 UBEC intervention learning materials to schools

Mr Kurdah described the occasion as a significant step toward consolidating gains recorded in the education sector.

Adamawa state logo
February 3, 2026

Lagos govt begins rehabilitation of Iju, Adiyan water plants

Mr Tijani explained that the plan prioritised infrastructure development to address long-standing operational challenges in the water sector.

Adiyan water plant
February 3, 2026

Monarch charges veterinary association to develop Benue livestock plan

Mr Ayatse urged relevant authorities and professional bodies to work together to rebuild extension services and strengthen veterinary infrastructure.

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