Residents of Karanla community, a rural settlement in the Mowe area of Ogun State, have appealed to the state government to fix the community road, saying the poor condition has hindered movement and affected their livelihoods. FILE: Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun The residents who spoke with PUNCH Metro during a vi…

…administration would remain committed to good governance, development and the welfare of residents. “Pray for Mr President, pray for the state. Pray for good governance. Pray for peace and unity. I know God will continue to lead us,” he said. Earlier, the PFN leadership offered prayers for the governor, his administrat…

…keen to get ahead of what it viewed as a misleading narrative. The singer stressed that residents of the state hold the governor in high regard, using the phrase "the pple love excellency" to reinforce his point that the atmosphere surrounding the governor remains supportive.No official statement from the Osun State Go…

…Plateau State that left dozens of people dead after armed assailants targeted sleeping residents in the Middle Belt region.The US Bureau of African Affairs issued the condemnation on August 19 via its official X account, describing the incident as "yet another murderous attack" in the region.Israeli military admits fir…

…response and community alerts in preventing criminal elements from abducting vulnerable residents in rural communities. by Linda Ikeji at 19/08/2026 5:10 PM | Share this Story

…highlights the importance of community vigilance and timely information-sharing between residents and security forces in disrupting criminal networks and preventing bandit attacks. The security situation around the Forward Operating Bases and Joint Task Force locations was described as calm, while troops continued moni…

…Congress, who won in 11 LG areas of the state. After his re-election, Adeleke assured residents that he would not disappoint them, promising to consolidate his achievements and correct his mistakes. Watch Adeleke’s video below: 𝐕𝐈𝐃𝐄𝐎: 𝐀𝐝𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐤𝐞 𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐬, 𝐝𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐬 𝐚𝐬 𝐡𝐞 𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐞𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐬 𝐈𝐍𝐄𝐂 𝐜𝐞𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐫𝐞𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐧 The Independent Natio…

…involved will surely face the law,” Ogalagu said. He urged his supporters and other residents of the constituency to remain calm and law-abiding, warning against any action that could lead to reprisal attacks or further escalation of tension. The APGA candidate alleged that the incident could be connected to political…

…State House of Assembly and approval by Governor Dapo AbiodunThe government called on residents to celebrate peacefully and respect the beliefs and practices of othersPAY ATTENTION: Find it fast with our new search feature at Legit.ng! Ogun State has declared Thursday, August 20, 2026, a public holiday in recognition o…

…determination to pursue criminal investigations to a logical conclusion. He urged residents to remain vigilant and report suspicious persons, movements and activities to the police through the command’s emergency channels.

…as a milestone in the journey towards providing decent, smart and affordable housing for residents of the state. The estate, comprising 108 housing units, is situated along the Oke-Mosan-Kobape Expressway. Speaking at the commissioning, Abiodun thanked the First Lady and stressed the importance of addressing the state’…

…who commiserated with the traditional council elders, the Local Government Chairman and residents of Mangu, vowed that the perpetrators of the attack would be identified, arrested and prosecuted. He said the Police Command would deploy all constitutional means at its disposal to ensure that those responsible for the ki…

…the decision was taken after what he described as prolonged neglect of party members and residents by the APC leadership in the local government. He said, “We have decided to leave the APC because our people have been abandoned. The party leadership has failed to address the concerns of members who worked tirelessly fo…

…stop his administration from delivering quality projects that will improve the lives of residents. Fubara said his administration would continue to provide critical infrastructure and address pressing development needs before leaving office in 2027. The governor stated this on Tuesday while inaugurating the 12.1km Egwi…

…HAI is launching a city-wide SMS mobilization campaign to send direct messages to Abuja residents, complemented by an original campaign jingle. To deepen engagement at the grassroots, the group said it will also use the radio to break down government policies, initiatives and achievements into simple, accessible conten…

…of acknowledging its achievements in other areas. He added that government officials and residents also had roles to play in preventing flooding. The minister also rejected suggestions that poor residents were responsible for major structural encroachments on waterways and other restricted areas. According to Wike, man…

…warning that there will be no safe haven for perpetrators. CP Ojajuni also urged residents and commuters to remain vigilant and report suspicious activities through Gateway Shield Toll-Free 0800 000 9111 or Emergency Lines 09164859299 | 09154293464. by Linda Ikeji at 18/08/2026 7:27 AM | Share this Story

…into fewer attacks, better intelligence, faster response and greater protection for residents. Retired personnel Speaking on the increasing security expenditures, Brig. Gen. Bashir Adewinbi (retd.) commended the authorities for what he described as a new attempt to tackle the country’s security challenges through dedic…

Thousands of residents of communities along the Ijoko-Oyero-Lisa in the Ifo Local Government Area of Ogun State have appealed to President Bola Tinubu to intervene in the reconstruction of the 10.5-kilometre road linking the communities to the Lisa Memorial Arcade. The residents appealed on Saturday during a peaceful w…

…political divides and ensuring that governance was directed towards the interests of all residents. “While politics is often based on the principle of partisanship to a specific political party, governance entails a collective approach that must not exclude any section of the state,” he said. The Senate Leader also urg…

…appreciated his visit, adding that their response strengthened his resolve to stand with residents during difficult periods. He also said the affected leaders had reaffirmed their commitment to peace and assured him that they would remain calm, law-abiding and steadfast despite the incidents. The senator urged security…

…certification covers two groups of applicants, including Sephardic Jews and foreign residents living in SpainMany applicants pursuing Spanish citizenship may be unaware of the time limit attached to their CCSE qualificationPAY ATTENTION: Find it fast with our new search feature at Legit.ng! Spain's government has clari…

The NBS recorded a 2.79 percentage point jump in Nigeria's food inflation between June and July 2026Adamawa, Katsina, and Zamfara posted the steepest annual food price increases among all Nigerian statesBorno was the only state to record a negative food inflation rate, while headline inflation eased slightly in JulyPAY…

…areas requiring improvement, return to the grassroots and deepen its engagement with residents ahead of future elections. Oyintiloye also urged APC members to remain united, disciplined and focused, saying the experience should be used to strengthen internal cohesion and grassroots mobilisation. He commended President…

…the palace, is expected to become an annual fixture on the kingdom’s calendar, bringing residents across communal lines together in the spirit of the monarch’s unity agenda.