Month: June 2026
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Thirteen individuals sentenced to prison for illegal waste disposal in Lagos
A Magistrate Court in Lagos has sentenced 13 people to three months in prison for illegal dumping of refuse as part of the state's zero-tolerance environmental policy.
Benue Political Rivalry Intensifies: Ortom Challenges Alia to Public Debate
Samuel Ortom has challenged Governor Hyacinth Alia to a public debate over allegations of financial mismanagement and the current state of governance in Benue State.
Police Command Bolsters Security in Bokkos Following Deadly Plateau Raid
Inspector-General Olatunji Disu has deployed AIG Dankombo Morris and additional tactical forces to Plateau State to stabilize the region after an attack in Bokkos.
Lagos State Shuts Down Oshodi Resettlement Market Following Violent Confrontation
Lagos authorities have closed the Oshodi Resettlement Market after traders clashed with sanitation officers and damaged government vehicles during an enforcement operation.
Mahdi Shehu Criticizes Nigerian Government’s Revenue-Driven Tax Policies
Mahdi Shehu argues that the Nigerian government's focus on aggressive revenue generation is worsening economic hardship and undermining long-term national development.
NDC Bayelsa Rejects Political Bribery, Targets 2027 Gubernatorial Win
Bayelsa NDC leadership warns Governor Diri against political bribery, emphasizing that the party remains united and focused on winning the 2027 governorship election.
Donald Trump Criticizes Senate and Republican Members Over Iran War Powers Resolution
President Donald Trump has rebuked the US Senate and a small group of Republican lawmakers following the passage of a resolution intended to limit his military authority regarding Iran.
Suspected cult member detained in Benue with homemade firearm
Operation Whirl Stroke troops captured a suspected cultist in Katsina-Ala, Benue State, recovering a homemade pistol and ammunition during a security sweep.
Lagos Police Detain 38 Foreign Nationals and Seize 14 Firearms
Lagos police arrested 38 foreign nationals in Epe for suspicious activities and illegal entry, while also recovering 14 firearms during a wider June crackdown on crime.
The Deadly Reality of ‘Egusi Aije’ and Backstreet Abortions in Ogun State
Women in Ogun State are facing life-threatening complications due to the use of 'Egusi Aije,' a dangerous herbal method for backstreet abortions, prompting calls for stricter regulation and better reproductive health education.