Month: August 2026
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Hope Uzodinma Encourages Osun Electorate to Reject Violence Ahead of Polls
Governor Hope Uzodinma has advised Osun State voters to maintain peace and shun violence during the upcoming gubernatorial election while advocating for the APC candidate, Bola Oyebamiji.
August 13, 2026
Operation Fansan Yamma Initiates Offensive Against North-West Terrorist Groups
Operation Fansan Yamma has launched Operation Clean Sweep IV, a strategic military campaign featuring air and ground strikes to dismantle terrorist networks in Nigeria's North-West.
August 13, 2026
Ebonyi State Legislature mandates closure of unauthorized transport hubs
The Ebonyi State House of Assembly has instructed the Ministry of Transport to shut down illegal motor parks in Abakaliki and enforce the use of authorized transport hubs.
August 13, 2026
Ogun Customs Confiscates N3.57 Billion in Contraband, Issues Warning to Smugglers
The Ogun I Area Command of the Nigeria Customs Service has seized N3.57 billion worth of smuggled goods and illicit drugs, vowing to intensify enforcement to protect local industries.
August 13, 2026
Youri Tielemans issues apology to Aston Villa supporters following Manchester United comments
Midfielder Youri Tielemans has apologized to Aston Villa supporters after suggesting that his new club, Manchester United, holds a superior status.
August 13, 2026
Primate Ayodele claims divine support for Governor Adeleke’s re-election in Osun
Primate Elijah Ayodele states that Governor Ademola Adeleke is divinely chosen for a second term, though he warns of potential post-election challenges from the APC.
August 13, 2026
Davido urges Adeleke supporters to be vigilant amid claims of planned arrests in Osun
Davido has called on supporters of Governor Ademola Adeleke to stay alert, alleging that there is a plot to arrest members of the Accord Party before the Osun State election.
August 13, 2026
IGP Disu Pledges Enhanced Police Focus on Rule of Law and Counterterrorism
Inspector-General of Police Olatunji Rilwan Disu confirmed the commitment of the Nigeria Police Force to upholding the rule of law and strengthening counterterrorism strategies during a U.S.-Nigeria working group meeting in Washington, D.C.
August 13, 2026
Chidi Odinkalu warns of risks posed by proposed NGO bill
Rights activist Chidi Odinkalu has voiced strong opposition to the proposed NGO Regulation Bill, calling it a severe threat to civil liberties and government accountability in Nigeria.
August 13, 2026
Federal Government Opens N1.1 Trillion Bond Auction for August
The Debt Management Office has announced the opening of N1.1 trillion in Federal Government bonds for subscription this August, featuring various tenors and interest rates.
August 13, 2026