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States

July 24, 2026

Communal Clashes: NBC to end decades-long Ekiti–Kwara boundary dispute

The NBC DG explained that the current Ekiti–Kwara boundary was inherited from the former Ondo–Kwara interstate boundary.

NBC logo
July 24, 2026

Reps seek urgent intervention as flood, erosion ravage Ondo communities

The flood caused damage, leaving scores of residents displaced and destroying homes, farmlands, and critical infrastructure.

Flooded Community
July 24, 2026

Gov. Bago to construct a 30,000-capacity international stadium in Niger

The governor said that when completed, the stadium would change the entire landscape of sports, especially football.

Gov. Umaru Bago
July 24, 2026

One dies, two injured in multiple crashes on Lagos-Ibadan Expressway

FRSC spokesperson Elizabeth Jayeola said in a statement that the accident involved five articulated trucks and one Toyota Sienna vehicle.

FRSC at an accident scene
July 24, 2026

FG urges peace after gunmen killed four herdmen in Anambra

Ms Madukwe led an assessment team of the federal government on a fact-finding visit over the murder of four herders on Tuesday in the area.

FG urges peace after gunmen kill four herders
July 24, 2026

Lagos task force arrests 26 suspected miscreants, drug peddlers

Mr Gbadeyan said the operation formed part of the agency’s sustained efforts to rid the state of street urchins, miscreants, drug addicts, and peddlers.

Lagos State Task Force
July 24, 2026

Fubara advocates sustained investment in public service reforms

Mr Fubara said that government at all levels must continually rethink and reposition public institutions to meet the demands of the 21st century.

Governor Siminalayi Fubara
July 24, 2026

Gov Adeleke suspends NURTW activities in Osun

Mr Adeleke ordered security agencies to arrest anyone parading as an official or executive of the union.

Osun governor, Ademola Adeleke
July 24, 2026

Killings: Sunday Igboho launches Iru Ekun security outfit in Kwara 

The Yoruba Nation activist said Iru Ekun would begin security operations in areas most affected by insecurity.

Sunday Igboho (Credit: BBC)
July 24, 2026

Woman arrested over newborn’s death after allegedly scalding pregnant co-wife

Mr Habib said the victim is currently stable and responding to treatment, noting that police operatives immediately visited the scene.

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