…support, prayers and solidarity. Calling for sustained unity, Thompson urged displaced residents to return home, assuring them that adequate arrangements had been put in place to safeguard lives and property. "I also encourage you all to return home, as all arrangements have been made to ensure the safety of lives and…

…National Identity Database has enrolled more than 136 million Nigerians and legal residents. Director-General of NIMC, Engr Abisoye Coker-Odusote, disclosed this during a courtesy visit to the Federal Ministry of Budget and Economic Planning, as part of stakeholder engagements on the implementation of the new NIMC Act.…

…bandits until lasting peace was restored across Zamfara Lugga said intelligence from residents remained critical to winning the fight against insecurity. He urged citizens to promptly report suspicious movements and activities to security agencies for immediate action. He assured members that the governor remained comm…

…healthcare, further expressed commitment to an expanded access to health care for the residents. "The free enrolment initiative is another bold step by our administration to ensure that traditional rulers and their queens enjoy access. We are determined to provide qualitative healthcare services without financial hards…

…Secretariat, Dr Adedolapo Fasawe, said the programme was conceived to provide residents with a practical alternative to cooking with firewood and charcoal, rather than simply discouraging their use. "We could not simply ask people to stop using firewood and charcoal without providing them with a practical alternative,"…

…recommendations to the government for appropriate action in line with the law. He urged residents intending to develop residential or commercial properties to obtain building permits from the Kano State Urban Planning and Development Authority (KNUPDA) and secure land titles from KANGIS before commencing construction.

…enforcement exercise will continue across the state," he added. The command called on residents for continued cooperation and compliance, urging them to report suspicious persons or activities through the Force's designated phone lines.

…or unverified information capable of worsening the security situation. He assured residents that the state government would implement measures to prevent a recurrence of the crisis and urged the feuding communities to embrace peace. According to him, both communities have lived together harmoniously for generations and…

***Oyo Police Command says FCID, Force Headquarters, Abuja, effected arrest ***Residents confirm arrest ***PFIPC has no CBN account, OAGF clarifies By Emma Ujah, Abuja Bureau Chief & Adeola Badru IBADAN-The Police have arrested the father and family friend of embattled Director-General of the purported Presidential Eco…

***Residents, motorists blame container terminals for worsening traffic jam ***Terminal operator cites limited space, port restrictions ***We're working with stakeholders to curb Mile 2 traffic- NPA lNSC absolves self from gridlock By Efe Onodjae, Precious Enaike & Florencemary Nwabueze LAGOS - RESIDENTS, motorists and…

…gathered that the incidents shattered the community's serenity, causing panic as some residents scampered for safety, taking refuge in the bushes. When contacted, spokesperson of the State Police Command, Blessing Agabe, an Assistant Superintendent of Police, confirmed the incident. She stated, "I can confirm the incid…

…public on the policies, programmes and projects of the present administration. He urged residents to register their land to support the government's efforts to tackle land grabbing and ownership disputes. Tanko also stressed the need for sustained public enlightenment, particularly in rural communities, to address misi…

No fewer than 10,000 residents of Nasarawa State applied for 1,000 primary school teaching positions approved by the state government under a specialised rural recruitment scheme aimed at strengthening basic education. The Senior Special Assistant to Governor Abdullahi Sule on Public Affairs, Peter Ahemba, disclosed th…

…was reportedly arrested by police operatives on Monday in Ogbomoso, Oyo State. Residents told journalists that the arrest took place at the family’s residence, where officers reportedly arrived in several vehicles before taking Adeniyi’s father and another man said to have been visiting the home into custody. Witnesses…

Residents of Ido-Ani in Ose Local Government Area of Ondo State have appealed to the management of First Bank of Nigeria to reopen its branch in the community, which was shut down following a robbery attack seven years ago. The financial institution's branch in the community was attacked by armed robbers in April 2019.…

…Department for further investigation,” the statement added. The police assured residents that every effort was being made to track down the fleeing suspects and urged members of the public to assist the investigation by providing useful information. “The Command wishes to assure members of the public that efforts are o…

…of Anambra State in dealing with security challenges, recalling the support previous presidents gave state governors during periods of insecurity. According to him, he was surprised to learn that Tinubu had allegedly not contacted Makinde over the abduction. "During our two-hour meeting, I shared my experience in addre…

…to deepen voter education, promote responsible citizenship and encourage eligible residents to register as first-time voters, apply for transfer of registration or update their voter information before the close of the CVR exercise on 26 July 2026." The statement explained that the awareness walk covered major parts of…

…PUNCH Online had earlier reported that the police commenced an investigation after residents raised an alarm over suspicious activities at the deceased's residence. Detectives who visited the scene reportedly discovered signs of forced entry and disturbance. Adetayo's body was found at the security post, while Oyesiku'…

…drones, he added. Officials in the Kyiv suburb of Vyshneve said they were evacuating residents due to the possibility of unexploded munitions in the debris. – ‘Massive strike’ – Locals in the northern Podilsky district of the capital said their area had been targeted heavily in recent Russian strikes. “At 1:30 am, a po…

…managing insecurity while serving as governor of Anambra State, recalling that former Presidents Olusegun Obasanjo, Umaru Musa Yar’Adua and Goodluck Jonathan regularly contacted governors whenever major security challenges arose. He said he was surprised to learn from Makinde that the Oyo governor had not received a si…

…and poor sanitation. To minimise the impact of the expected flooding, NiMet urged residents and emergency responders to take preventive measures without delay. The agency advised Nigerians to: "Follow weather forecasts and flash flood advisories issued by NiMet; keep drains, gutters, and waterways free of refuse to ens…

…surrounding the incident, identify those responsible and bring them to justice. He urged residents of Orugbam, Egbor and neighbouring communities to remain calm, refrain from taking the law into their own hands and cooperate with the police by providing credible information that could assist the investigation. "Further…

Residents and motorists using the Sango-Idiroko Road in Ogun State have appealed to the Ogun State Government to urgently repair failed sections of the road. The commuters, who spoke with PUNCH Metro during a visit to the area on Friday, lamented that the deteriorating condition has made movement difficult and worsened…

…crime. "While the Command regrets the inconvenience this may cause to law-abiding residents, the exercise has become necessary in view of prevailing security concerns and the increasing use of such vehicles by criminals to conceal their identities and frustrate law enforcement efforts. "The Command therefore appeals to…