Month: July 2026
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Public divide grows after school forcibly cuts student’s hair
A viral video of a teacher cutting a student's hair has sparked a debate in Nigeria regarding the balance between enforcing school disciplinary codes and respecting parental rights.
Edo State Security Corps Apprehend Two Drug Trafficking Suspects in Benin
The Edo State Security Corps successfully arrested two suspected drug dealers operating in the high-traffic King Square area of Benin City.
President Ramaphosa Urges Unified African Strategy on Migration Issues
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has requested a unified African response to migration challenges amid a wave of anti-immigrant violence and mass repatriations.
Jigawa State launches five-year development strategy for local councils
Governor Umar Namadi has launched a five-year development roadmap for Jigawa's 27 local government areas, aiming to link strategic planning with budgetary processes to improve grassroots service delivery.
Principal Details Harrowing 56-Day Kidnapping Ordeal in Oyo State
Mrs. Rachel Alamu, an Oyo school principal, reflects on her 56-day kidnapping ordeal, highlighting how military air raids and death threats from captors defined her traumatic experience.
NDC leadership expresses sorrow over pending defection of prominent Kano politicians
Theo Abu Agada of the NDC describes the upcoming defection of Senators Rufai Hanga and Kabiru Gaya to the APC as highly painful following their meeting with President Tinubu.
Adamawa ADC supporters demonstrate against reported attempts to swap gubernatorial nominee
Adamawa ADC members held a second protest this week against alleged efforts to replace their governorship candidate, Omar Suleiman, while Atiku Abubakar’s camp denies any involvement.
Nigerian Government Anticipates Successful 2026 EITI Validation
The Nigerian government expects to pass the upcoming 2026 EITI validation, citing ongoing reforms to boost transparency and accountability in the nation's extractive sector.
WASPAN Warns of Potential Service Interruptions for 40 Million Airtime Borrowing Users
WASPAN is seeking an injunction to stop the FCCPC from enforcing new lending regulations that threaten to disrupt airtime borrowing services for 40 million Nigerians during a pending legal appeal.
Wrexham near agreement for Crystal Palace defender Danny Imray
Wrexham are poised to sign versatile defender Danny Imray from Crystal Palace, marking the club's first summer transfer move.