IGP Tunji Disu has cautioned political factions against inciting violence as the August 15, 2026, Osun State governorship race approaches. He issued this directive while meeting with Governor Ademola Adeleke and party leadership in Osogbo.
Barira Alhassan, a 38-year-old mother of ten, alleges that Gombe State Specialist Hospital removed one of her kidneys during a C-section. The facility denies this, suggesting she was born with a single kidney, prompting calls for a formal investigation.
Tragedy struck in Sokoto State as bandits raided the Kulodo community, killing Village Head Alhaji Abubakar Tudu, his son, and four others. An additional victim was reported killed in the nearby village of Kwance during the same assault.
INEC has officially delayed the conclusion of its Continuous Voter Registration drive. The new cutoff date is now July 24, 2026, according to National Commissioner Mohammed Kudu Haruna.
During the EFCC’s trial of former CBN governor Godwin Emefiele, investigator Jim Obazee testified in Abuja that former President Muhammadu Buhari should have been held accountable in the $6.2 million Central Bank fraud case.
Bauchi State security forces, including the Anti-Kidnapping Unit, successfully rescued two hostages from Gwamnare Forest in the Ningi area.
The NDLEA has alerted the public to beware of online scams falsely selling forfeited vehicles. Spokesperson Femi Babafemi confirmed that criminals are impersonating agency officials to commit fraud.
Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State asserted during his meeting with the IGP that he supports the prosecution of anyone involved in criminal activities, including his own relatives.
President Bola Tinubu expressed sorrow over the passing of Ganiyu Kolapo Oseni, a veteran politician and his longtime mentor, honoring him as a pivotal figure in his political career and Nigeria’s democratic journey.
Egypt secured a historic victory against Australia, winning 4-2 on penalties to reach the World Cup Round of 16 for the first time, following an early goal from Emam Ashour.
