Month: August 2026
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Lagos Water Transport Sees 6.7 Percent Rise in Passenger Numbers
Lagos waterways saw a 6.7 percent increase in passenger traffic during the first half of 2026, with officials projecting five million total riders by year-end.
Yiaga Africa Warns That Rising Tension Could Lower Osun Voter Participation
Yiaga Africa has warned that insecurity, technical hurdles, and political violence in Osun State could lead to low voter turnout during the upcoming governorship election.
Federal Government Distributes High-Yield Seeds to Counter Late Rains
To combat the negative effects of delayed rainfall, the Nigerian government has started distributing certified cowpea, groundnut, and sesame seeds to farmers nationwide.
APC Official Basiru Ajibola Claims Governor Adeleke Has Stalled Osun State Progress
APC National Secretary Ajibola Basiru has criticized Governor Ademola Adeleke, accusing his administration of corruption and failing to deliver on infrastructure and education in Osun State.
Ogun Customs Confiscates Cannabis Sativa Valued at N2 Billion
The Nigeria Customs Service in Ogun State has seized over N2 billion worth of cannabis sativa and transferred the materials to the NDLEA for further action.
Edo Governor Okpebholo Reorganizes Executive Council and Reassigns Suspended Commissioner
Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State has reshuffled his cabinet, reassigning Professor Omorodion Ikponmwosa to the Ministry of Oil and Gas and establishing a new Ministry of Inter-Ethnic Relations.
Patrice Motsepe Clarifies Protocol for Challenging FIFA Leadership
CAF President Patrice Motsepe argues that Gianni Infantino can only be removed as FIFA president through the standard election process rather than resignation demands.
Prize Money Boost Revealed Ahead of WAFCON Final
CAF has significantly raised the prize money for the WAFCON tournament, with the winners now set to receive $2 million ahead of the final match between Malawi and Cameroon.
Northwest Security Directors Push for Unified Action Against Terrorism and Banditry
Northwest DSS directors held a conference in Katsina to promote intelligence sharing and collaborative strategies to combat regional terrorism and banditry.
Police in Benue rescue stolen infant, detain suspects
Benue State police have rescued a newborn baby stolen from a Gboko hospital and arrested several suspects involved in the incident.