Month: August 2026
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Nasarawa Government Initiates Drainage Redesign in Lafia Following Severe Floods
Nasarawa state authorities are planning to redesign drainage systems in Lafia after heavy floods damaged infrastructure and forced residents to evacuate, with officials warning that further rainfall could cause additional structural failures.
Osun IPAC Opposes Use of Generic Ballot Papers for Upcoming Election
The Osun State IPAC has demanded that INEC use only customized ballot papers for the August 2026 governorship election, citing concerns over electoral integrity and a recent court ruling.
Edo State shuts down orphanage amid adoption irregularities
The Edo State Government has closed an orphanage in Afuze due to illegal adoption activities and successfully reunited a deported Nigerian with his family.
Jack Draper eliminated in Cincinnati Open opener
Jack Draper suffered a first-round defeat at the Cincinnati Open after failing to capitalize on a late-match lead against Martin Landaluce.
Plateau state official honors seven miners lost in Gassa pit collapse
Seven miners died in a pit collapse in Gassa, Barkin Ladi, prompting Plateau State Commissioner Peter Kanang Gwom to call for stricter safety standards and regulatory enforcement.
Eleven Apprehended Following Newborn Abduction in Benue
Benue State police have arrested 11 individuals and rescued a newborn baby abducted shortly after birth from a Gboko healthcare facility.
I was unable to prevent Vatsa’s execution, says Babangida
Former President Ibrahim Babangida reflects on the 1985 execution of General Mamman Vatsa, claiming his role as leader left him unable to intervene in the military legal process following a failed coup attempt.
Yemi Daniel Olanrewaju Declines Shooting Stars Role to Remain at Rivers United
Rivers United assistant coach Yemi Daniel Olanrewaju has turned down an offer to lead Shooting Stars, choosing instead to honor his current contract.
APM Initiates 2027 Election Bid Featuring Makinde and Daura
The Allied Peoples Movement has officially announced Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde and former DSS boss Lawal Daura as its candidates for the 2027 presidential election.
Nigerian State Governors Vow to Prioritize Early Childhood Development
Nigeria's 36 state governors have committed to treating Early Childhood Development as a strategic economic priority, focusing on multisectoral implementation at the subnational level.