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July 24, 2026

Troops raid criminal hideout in Rivers community, recover weapons 

The Nigerian Army said the operation targeted a suspected criminal hideout along the Omoku–Ogbaku–Ndoni axis.

recover weapons
July 24, 2026

Cattle rustling threatens Fulani herders’ livelihoods in Kwara, community leader says

He said livestock serves as the primary source of income and sustenance for the Fulani communities.

Herder
July 24, 2026

FG trains ward-level enumerators in Kogi

The federal government commenced a nationwide ward development enumeration exercise, starting from Kogi State.

Nigerian Bureau of Statistics (NBS)
July 24, 2026

Kaduna govt unveils education data to drive return of 187,719 out-of-school children

The report is expected to guide government decisions on school construction, teacher deployment and targeted interventions across communities.

Kaduna deputy governor Hadiza Balarabe
July 24, 2026

166 Kaduna communities at risk of flooding, says NIHSA

Mr Yakong said 166 communities in Lere Local Government Area, 16 schools, three health facilities and three places of worship had been identified as vulnerable.

Flooded community (Credit: NAN)
July 24, 2026

Court sentences man to death by hanging for murder of housewife

A Kano High Court sentenced a man to death by hanging for killing his girlfriend’s friend.

Courtroom
July 24, 2026

Flooding: Lagos residents demand answers on ecological fund allocation

Records from the Office of the Accountant-General of the Federation show that Lagos received about ₦1.49 billion in ecological fund allocations between January and May 2026.

Flooded Lagos road used to illustrate the story
July 24, 2026

Osun Election: NYSC warns corps members against inducement

Mr Kubiangha urged corps members to participate in the election while remaining apolitical and discharging their duties in line with the Electoral Act and regulations.

Corps members as Polling Officers
July 24, 2026

Cholera claimed 13 lives, 534 cases treated in Borno LGA: Official

He explained that the 13 deaths represented 2.09 per cent, while 74 persons, representing 11.92 per cent, were still on admission.

Borno State
July 24, 2026

Troops kill four suspected kidnappers, rescue three victims in Kwara, Kogi

The army said the rescued victim was evacuated to the General Hospital, Kaiama, for medical attention.

Troops