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Ondo NURTW Chairman Denies Rumors of Leadership Removal
Ondo State NURTW Chairman Ademola Odudu has refuted reports of his removal, clarifying that the state branch is not involved in national leadership court rulings.
UNICEF Reports 3.5 Million Unregistered Children in South-West Nigeria and Edo
UNICEF reveals that 3.5 million children in Nigeria's South-West and Edo State lack birth registration, leaving them without legal identity and excluded from government social services.
Rivers State Police to Enforce Strict Traffic Regulations Starting August 17
Starting August 17, 2026, the Rivers State Police Command is launching Operation Velvet to enforce traffic compliance and penalize offenders, while warning officers against misconduct.
Niger State authorities save 19 minors from mining operations; guardians hit with ₦5m bond
The Niger State Child Rights Protection Agency has rescued 19 children from illegal mining and imposed ₦5 million bonds on their parents to prevent future exploitation.
Four-Month Blackout Grips Taraba Community, Prompting Urgent Calls for Restoration
Residents of Mika Sabon-Gida in Taraba State are pleading for urgent government intervention after being left without electricity for four months due to a failed transformer.
Daily Nigerian News Roundup: Key Updates for Tuesday
A summary of today's top Nigerian headlines, including opposition alliance plans, security operations in Enugu and Kebbi, and updates on election monitoring and criminal investigations.
Prime Minister pushes to block early release for PC Harper’s killers
Prime Minister Andy Burnham is seeking a way to prevent the early release of Jessie Cole and Albert Bowers, the men convicted of the manslaughter of PC Andrew Harper, amid a broader government plan to address prison overcrowding.
Governor Mbah Praises Security Operatives for Capturing St. Joseph’s Church Kidnappers
Governor Peter Mbah commended security forces for apprehending three suspects involved in the August 2 kidnapping at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Enugu State.
UK Press Roundup: Widespread Drought Conditions and Record Migrant Boat Crossings
Newspapers across the UK are reporting on the widening drought affecting millions, alongside political reactions to a record-setting migrant boat crossing in the English Channel.
Adamawa State to Replace Historic Doctors Quarters
Governor Ahmadu Fintiri has ordered the demolition of the 1975-era Doctors Quarters in Yola to make room for a modern 48-unit residential facility for healthcare workers.