…and for he benefit of our people.” Sule congratulated the people of the state and residents of Maiduguri, whom he described as the greatest beneficiaries of the project.

…A section of Nigeria’s political elite openly threaten voters, opponents and dissenting residents with violence, eviction and physical harm ahead of the 2027 general elections. From Osun to the Federal Capital Territory FCT, Borno, Kebbi and Ebonyi states, serving senators, commissioners, council chairmen and state gov…

…Ifo Local Government Area of Ogun State, are all that remain of a tragedy that has left residents struggling to make sense of what happened. Placed side by side behind the house, the heaps mark the graves of a husband and wife whose lives ended within hours of each other following a reported domestic dispute. The house…

…community-policing engagements to strengthen trust between security agencies and residents and improve the flow of actionable intelligence. “To deny criminals freedom of action, the Command maintained heightened intelligence-led operations. Community-policing engagements were equally sustained across communities to enh…

…Area chairpersons, tasking them with delivering measurable development and ensuring that residents benefit directly from their administration. The governor, who administered the oath of office on Friday, urged the council chairpersons to reject corruption, uphold integrity and make the welfare of the people the centre…

…lives and property, particularly in communities vulnerable to flooding. He urged residents in flood-prone areas to take early warnings seriously and relocate from identified danger zones whenever necessary. “The flood disaster simulation exercise therefore serves as an important platform for strengthening the state’s e…

…also called for stronger cooperation between the traditional institution, government and residents in addressing the challenges facing the community. The Chairman, Council of Chiefs and Orikeze of Ekwuoma, Chief Ernest Njokede, congratulated Daniel and expressed confidence in his ability to lead the kingdom. Njokede pr…

…September 3, 2026, but failed to return home. His concerned family members and other residents began searching for him. His lifeless body was later discovered along a road leading to the farm. Sources familiar with the incident suspected that the farmer may have been attacked by criminals believed to be operating withi…

…Some of those repatriated owned property in South Africa, while others were legal residents who became caught up in the situation after delays prevented them from renewing their residence permits, he revealed. The mission is preparing for another evacuation after the Redeemed Christian Church of God offered to sponsor…

…duties with integrity, dedication and humility, stressing that the interests of Edo residents must take precedence over personal considerations. “I therefore urge you to work together in unity, placing the interests of the people above personal considerations. May your decisions and actions produce meaningful results a…

…Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission, Magnus Abe, urged Ogoni leaders and residents to unite, end internal media disputes, and maximise the support extended by the President. “Nobody can organise or strategise for us; those are things we must do for ourselves. The prosperity and development of Ogoniland ca…

…Ahmed Aliyu flagged off the campaign on Tuesday at Gidan Man Ada Housing Estate, urging residents to support efforts to tackle desertification, deforestation and climate change. Aliyu said the exercise was not just about planting […] The post Sokoto targets 500,000 trees in 2026 planting campaign appeared first on Trib…

…Borno was among the states worst hit by the Boko Haram insurgency, with thousands of residents killed and many others displaced from communities across the North-East during the height of the crisis. However, after completing two terms as governor, Shettima was elected senator representing Borno Central in 2019. He was…

…at about 2:00 am. The incident occurred behind the WRECA area of Goron Dutse, throwing residents and members of the victims’ family into grief. One of the victims was reportedly a 20-year-old woman who was said to be preparing for her forthcoming wedding, according to residents. Eyewitnesses said the sudden collapse wo…

…Messages in WhatsApp groups used by settlers have suggested that some hope to force residents of the village to leave. The Israeli military has faced criticism over its response to settler violence, including allegations that soldiers have participated in attacks, failed to intervene or not prosecuted those responsible…

…was still unclear at that point.The rescue operation visibly unsettled commuters and residents nearby, with a crowd gathering as the IKEDC team worked to complete the lowering process. Despite the visible distress of the situation, the eyewitness's reassurance that the technician had survived the initial shock provided…

…provide alternative livelihood opportunities for artisanal refiners and other vulnerable residents in the Niger Delta. However, the Rivers State Police Public Relations Officer, ASP Blessing Agabe Kaborio, said the command could not confirm the reported death toll. Kaborio said: “A number of people who went to scoop cr…

…prioritised measures aimed at reducing economic hardship and improving the welfare of residents. The Assembly said stakeholder engagement would continue throughout the legislative process to ensure that the proposed law is practical, balanced and responsive to the housing needs of Kaduna residents. Kaduna Assembly cons…

…assess the security situation and ensure that Plateau remained peaceful and safe for residents, investors and visitors. He said Mutfwang, as the Chief Security Officer of the state, was concerned about recent security breaches and had directed security agencies to strengthen proactive measures to prevent a recurrence.…

The Lagos State Government has graduated 6,190 residents trained under the 2025 Skills Acquisition Programme of the Ministry of Women Affairs and Poverty Alleviation, urging them to turn their newly acquired skills into sustainable livelihoods. In a post on its X handle on Wednesday, the graduates, comprising 4,225 fem…

Residents of Kebbi town in Kebbi Local Government Area of Sokoto are facing heightened security concerns following a reported demand by suspected bandits for a N40 million levy. The gunmen allegedly threatened to attack and set the town ablaze if residents failed to raise the money within a stipulated deadline. Accordi…

…have revealed the reasons for the latest fuel price hike in Nigeria. The national presidents of IPMAN and PETROAN, Abubakar Maigandi and Billy Gillis-Harry, respectively, blamed the rising fuel prices on the escalating conflict between the United States and Iran and the pricing of petroleum products by suppliers. DAILY…

Residents and motorists in Calabar, Cross River State, have accused officers of the Nigeria Police Force of extortion at a checkpoint close to the Post Office complex, allegedly linked to the Atakpa Police Station. Speaking with The PUNCH on Tuesday in Calabar, they alleged that officers block the road every evening an…

…this complex investigation.'Detective Chief Inspector Emma Knight previously urged residents not to speculate while officers continued their work. She said: 'We are aware news of this will be deeply concerning and I want to reassure our local communities that we have a dedicated team of detectives and officers hard at…

…communities experienced flash floods which submerged roads and temporarily trapped some residents in their homes. The flooding also disrupted movement, forcing residents to navigate through affected areas with caution. NEMA said Suleiman also visited the bereaved family of Yakubu to condole with them over the loss and…