…in a letter dated June 19, 2026, signed by Umar Musa Ikhilor, the Secretary to the State Government, and addressed to the Chief Judge of the state. The letter, with reference number SGA.710/T/40, was received by the office of the Chief Judge on the same date, June 19, 2026, at about 3:16 p.m. The letter is titled: “Req…

…key role in preventing further escalation of the conflict. It is reported that Macron’s government was displeased with the clear rapprochement between Niger and Benin, where French armed forces are still stationed. Fearing that further strengthening of relations between Niamey and Cotonou would lead to the withdrawal o…

…the need for continuous collaboration between the police, other security agencies, government institutions, traditional rulers, community leaders and other critical stakeholders, noting that collective responsibility remains key to addressing contemporary security challenges. The Deputy Inspector-General of Police also…

Bwala made the remark against the backdrop of allocations from the Federal Government to state governments. Posting on X, the presidential aide wrote: "The President is not a prefect to the governors. That is why I talk about federalism. They have State Houses of Assembly. At the centre, whatever the President provides…

…and building regulations following the collapse of two buildings in Osisioma Local Government Area of Abia State. The buildings, which were at an advanced stage of completion, collapsed at New Jerusalem Road 8 and Eze Iheme Road, by Ama Uchenna Mgboko, Umuette Okpulo Umuobo, in Osisioma Ngwa LGA of the state. No life w…

…alienated, marginalised or deliberately excluded from meaningful participation in both government and party affairs. “The result has been a steady weakening of the APC’s political strength in the state and a troubling resurgence of opposition elements. The support base of our party has been significantly diminished. “I…

…and stability and threatening the safety of citizens and vital infrastructure. The government expressed solidarity with the West African nation, declaring its rejection of all forms of terrorism, extremism, and violence, regardless of their motives or justifications. Tripoli called for enhanced regional and internation…

…Zango stated this while speaking with newsmen at Warawa, headquarters of Warawa Local Government Area, shortly after monitoring the ongoing election exercise. The resident electoral commissioner described the exercise as smooth and peaceful devoid of violence and rancour. He also said it recorded no case of malfunction…

…are following me and Aisattou, let the world know that if anything happens to us the Government should explain. Our phones are bugged... our lives are in danger,” she wrote on Facebook. This came on the heels of the growing concerns over El-Rufai's continued detention. Our phones bugged, they’re following us - El-Rufai…

The Anambra State Government has urged construction industry stakeholders to prioritise professionalism, citing the dangers of unqualified practitioners.

…Results announced at Ward 11, Polling Unit 9 (Ogilolo) in Isan-Ekiti, Oye Local Government Area, showed the APC candidate, Governor Biodun Oyebanji, dominating the ballot with 158 votes, while the African […]

…001, St. David’s Primary School/Maternity Area, Afao-Ekiti, in Irepodun/Ifelodun Local Government Area, showed that the Oyebanji dominated the ballot, securing 448 of the 493 valid votes cast. The African Democratic Congress, ADC, candidate, Dare Bejide garnered 37 votes, while the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, candid…

…of a carefully scripted political witch-hunt designed from the outset to indict the government of Chief Samuel Ortom at all costs,” the statement read. The former governor’s reaction came a day after the commission submitted its report to the Benue state government in Makurdi. The eight-member panel, chaired by retired…

…001, St David’s Primary School/Maternity Area, Afao-Ekiti, in Irepodun/Ifelodun Local Government […]

He also commended the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) for the prompt deployment of electoral officials and materials across the 16 local government areas of the state. Of the 1,059,360 registered voters, according to INEC, 1,028,929 collected their Permanent Voter Cards across the state.

The Lagos State Government has inaugurated a Special Task Force to coordinate the immediate evacuation of refuse from transport parks, bus stops, and garages across the metropolis, while also warning against indiscriminate waste dumping and the emergence of illegal structures within motor parks. The initiative is part…

…prayers to ensure the quick release of abducted students and teachers in Oriire Local Government Area of the state. The club also noted that the prayers were organised to address the persistent insecurity in the ancient city and Nigeria in general. The indigenes said the interfaith prayers became necessary in view of t…

…light manufacturing and other Made-in-Nigeria product segments, while supporting the government’s industrialisation and export diversification agenda. Director of Cargo Services at RwandAir, Jean Bosco Gakwaya, said the partnership would enhance trade connectivity and improve access to African markets for Nigerian busi…

…for the prompt deployment of electoral officials and materials across all 16 local government areas. According to INEC, of 1,059,360 registered voters in Ekiti State, 1,028,929 collected their Permanent Voter Cards. Result Summary – Bamidele's Polling UnitAPC: 164 votesPDP: 8 votesADP: 1 vote

…fixed-income securities, particularly as yields remain attractive. Investor appetite for government securities remains robust, with subscriptions for the latest one-year Treasury Bills auction exceeding N1.86 trillion as investors sought to take advantage of the 17.34% yield on offer. The third factor relates to develo…

…alongside his wife, Bisi Fayemi, at polling unit 09, Ward 11, in Isan-Ekiti, Oye Local Government Area, praised officials of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) for ensuring a hitch-free exercise. Speaking with journalists shortly after voting, the former governor said the process reflected significant…

…Guest of Honour and the active participation of Governors, Royal Fathers, and key government institutions, we are confident that the outcomes will translate into tangible progress for our people. We call on all stakeholders to join us in this historic effort to secure a brighter and more prosperous future for the regio…

…and the initial denial of priority voting to a nursing mother in Ifaki, Ido-Osi Local Government Area. While describing the overall security situation as peaceful, it noted 24 incidents of violence across 10 local government areas and raised concerns over organised vote-buying activities and voter intimidation in nine…

…newsmen after casting his vote at his Ward 11, Unit 9, Ogilolo, Isan-Ekiti in Oye Local Government Area of the state, praised the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) for its efficiency in the handling of the exercise. "It was a smooth experience, and everything went reasonably well. The accreditation proce…

By James Ogunnaike, Abeokuta The Ogun State government has temporarily relocated students of Our Lady of Apostles Girls Grammar School, Ijebu-Ode, to an alternative location as investigations into the recent chemical inhalation incident on the school premises intensify. Governor Dapo Abiodun disclosed this during an on…