…throughout the period of the curfew. Oyelade assured the public that the government remains committed to safeguarding lives and property, adding that security agencies are closely monitoring the situation to ensure lasting peace and security. He further stated that efforts are ongoing to bring the kidnapping incident t…

…stressing that the right of citizens to participate in free, fair and credible elections remains the foundation of democratic rule. "Participation of citizens in a free, fair and credible poll is the soul of democracy, and any attempt to stifle such freedom of choice could be a trigger to chaos and anarchy," he stated.…

…through sustainable corporate social responsibility initiatives. He said agriculture remained the backbone of Sokoto State's economy and that supporting displaced farmers to return to cultivation would strengthen food security and improve household incomes. "We understand the pain of losing a farm and having to start o…

…your dedication. Our commitment to accountable governance and the welfare of our people remains unshaken. We shall continue to engage constructively to ensure that the Ekiti project succeeds. Once again, congratulations, Your Excellency, Governor Biodun Oyebanji. May God grant you wisdom, strength, and good health as y…

…army to return to two “pilot areas” in southern Lebanon, but that Israeli forces would remain in their security zone until Hezbollah is disarmed. Displaced civilians would be prevented from returning. Lebanese President Joseph Aoun welcomed the unpublished framework as a “first step” towards civilians returning home “u…

…questioning its effectiveness and others insisting that keeping their surroundings clean remains a shared responsibility. NAN reports that the Lagos State Government reintroduced the monthly sanitation exercise on April 25, 2026. The exercise, held every last Saturday of the month, restricts movement between 6:30 a.m.…

…substantive issues to be fully determined. He also clarified that the substantive suit remains pending before the Federal High Court and has not yet been decided. With the matter now returning to the trial court for a fresh hearing, INEC is expected to restore the status that existed before the December 2025 judgment,…

…raised tension in the community and environs,” Ogiri said. He appealed to residents to remain calm, assuring them that security agencies were responding to the situation. Also confirming the incident, the Chairman of Ohinmini Local Government Area, Adole Gabriel, said the slain MACBAN chairman had participated in the p…

…substantial evidence has been recovered in the course of the investigation, all suspects remain entitled to due process under the law. "Investigation is ongoing to consolidate all available evidence and ensure diligent prosecution of all suspects connected with the crime," he added. He assured residents that the comman…

…of Nigeria pending the final determination of the disciplinary proceedings." "The LPPC remains committed to upholding the highest standards of professional ethics, integrity, and discipline within the legal profession, and to ensuring that the rank of Senior Advocate of Nigeria continues to command public confidence an…

…must confront the issues honestly and collectively, noting that millions of children remain outside the formal education system across the region. According to him, Nasarawa State repatriated more than 200,000 Almajiri children to their states of origin during the COVID-19 pandemic as part of efforts to address the cha…

…events to human-induced climate change. Experts have repeatedly warned that Britain remains ill-prepared for increasingly hot summers linked to climate change. As the heat intensifies, dozens of schools have announced plans to dismiss students early, while some will remain closed for the remainder of the week. One scho…

…the Theatre Command reaffirms its resolve to sustain offensive operations, dismantle remaining ISWAP networks and restore peace and normalcy across the North East region.

Argentina's attacking play was led by captain Lionel Messi, who remained the focal point of their attack throughout the match

…and other neighbouring local government areas, stressing that the state government remains committed to strengthening healthcare infrastructure across Kano State.

…compared N1,370.46 was exchanged last weekend. Meanwhile, at the black market, the Naira remained at N1,400 per dollar, the same rate traded last week. This comes as the country’s foreign reserves rose further to $51.06 billion, according to the apex bank’s data on June 19th, 2026. Recall that last week, Nigerian local…

…Speaker of the Benue State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Emmanuel Jime, over his recent remarks describing Governor Hyacinth Alia as "this thing terrorising us," describing his subsequent apology as "perfunctory" and insufficient. In a statement issued on Monday by the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Tersoo Kula,…

…very, very badly.” Starmer announced Monday that he would resign as Labour leader but remain prime minister during an orderly transition, after months of pressure from party lawmakers and collapsing domestic authority following poor local and regional election results. Veteran Labour politician Andy Burnham, the former…

…support responsible investment and advance a gas-powered economy. He said the government remained committed to increasing domestic supply, reducing reliance on imports, and ensuring that Nigerian-produced LPG was prioritised for local consumption. According to the NMDPRA, planned LPG supply volumes for June are expecte…

…security personnel have been deployed to maintain law and order. He urged residents to remain peaceful, cooperate with security agencies, and refrain from taking the law into their own hands, stressing the need to report grievances to the appropriate authorities. A source familiar with the incident stated that the herd…

…work to return prices to levels recorded about a year ago, ensure locally produced LPG remains cheaper than imported volumes. "It will support infrastructure investments through the Midstream and Downstream Gas Infrastructure Fund (MDGIF) and engage Chevron and other industry players to boost domestic supply." In a pre…

…an empty magazine, one cutlass and one knife. The Command added that the suspect remains in custody while investigations continue to determine the source of the firearm and identify other possible members of the suspected criminal network. The Commissioner of Police in Plateau State, CP Bassey Ewah, reaffirmed the Comm…

…and support additional allotments. Yields climb as borrowing costs rise While demand remained robust, the June auction reflected a higher return requirement from investors. The marginal rate on the 2035 bond increased from 17.00% in May to 18.34% in June, representing a rise of 134 basis points. Similarly, the stop rat…

…pressure during the correction. Despite the positive headline close, market breadth remained negative with 35 losers against 17 gainers. Zichis Agro-Allied hit its 10% downside limit at N23.40, while Eterna slipped 9.90% to N27.75 - a level below its 52-week low of N27.90 - reflecting persistent selling pressure outsid…

…their concerns directly to government. He stressed that such engagements help government remain responsive to the needs and aspirations of the people while promoting inclusive governance. On security communication, Ajanaku cited the recent successful rescue of the abducted boy in Idogun, Ose Local Government Area, as a…