…Thought have called for a thorough investigation into allegations of inciting violence against Senator Francis Fadahunsi, following statements reportedly made during the build-up to Saturday’s Osun State governorship election. The civil society organisations also commended the people of Osun State for their resilience…

The NNPC Limited/FIRST Exploration and Petroleum Development Company Limited (First E&P) Joint Venture (JV) has launched ‘Impact First: Heritage’, a new multi-year grant programme designed to provide sustained funding and long-term partnership support to outstanding Nigerian non-governmental organisations (NGOs) that h…

…across the country, including killings, kidnappings, banditry, terrorism and communal violence. The National Human Rights Commission said its Human Rights Observatory documented 651 kidnapping incidents and 492 killings between January and March 2026, with the North-Central, North-West and North-East among the worst af…

…Corps, where the international body commended the specialised unit for its expanding role in tackling illegal mining and related criminal activities. The Commander of the Mining Marshals, Assistant Commandant of Corps, John Attah, disclosed this in a statement issued in Abuja on Monday. The UNODC delegation was led by…

…to families of the victims and visitors. The Baale of Arugudu, High Chief Akeem Kolawole, said the communities were approaching the government in the spirit of cooperation rather than confrontation. He said, “Our appeal is for the government to look in our direction and help us. We understand that there are many compet…

Liquefied petroleum gas, LPG, popularly known as cooking gas, is expected to become cheaper across Nigeria after Dangote Refinery, marketers and depot owners reviewed their prices downward. A market survey by DAILY POST showed that Dangote Refinery reduced its LPG gantry price by N30 to N950 per kilogram. In a swift ma…

…Kagarko, gave the convict an option of an N40,000 fine.Islamic scholar's footwear stolen at mosqueMeanwhile, Legit.ng also reported that mixed reactions trailed a video of an Islamic scholar trekking home barefoot after saying prayers in a mosque.The alfa was said to have stepped out of the mosque and discovered that h…

The Osun West Senator and DG of the Imole Campaign Council, Senator Lere Oyewumi, has condemned attacks on the homes of several leaders of the Accord Party on the eve of the Osun State governorship election, describing the incidents as unwarranted, cowardly and unacceptable. Oyewumi said he conducted an on-the-spot ass…

…since she was a baby, appearing in commercials at just 11 months old before landing roles on the soaps "One Life to Live" and "Guiding Light." She became one of the youngest actors to be nominated for a Grammy Award for voicing Princess Dot in the 1998 movie "A Bug's Life" at 9 years old. Panettiere later appeared in m…

…challenges, noting that drug trafficking helps fund organised crime, terrorism and violent extremism globally, and that by seizing and destroying such substances, the Agency is strengthening the country's national security architecture. He commended the support of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, and his administration's s…

Wunmi Aloba, widow of late Afrobeats singer Mohbad, broke her silence with two cryptic meme videos on Instagram StoriesVeryDarkMan had accused Wunmi of forging identity documents to access her late husband's estate in a video released on August 16, 2026Wunmi did not name or tag VDM in her posts, but fans quickly interp…

…elections. He added that, just like Osun people, Nigerian voters have a significant role to play in rescuing the country from the hands of the APC. “SDP’s abysmal performance. It is as though SDP did not participate because until last Wednesday, SDP was not on the ballot. “What happened in Osun is not the true strength…

…coronation anniversary of his father, the late Ogiame Atuwatse II, degenerated into violence in the early 1990s. “It led to violence and devastation from which, three decades later, Warri has yet to fully recover,” he said, attributing the crisis to pride and what he called “negative and destructive energies.” He noted…

…was looking forward to opening the store in June. Then in May, she found out that the whole building was being put up for sale. "When I finally have the mental strength, I'll come and talk about how I spent millions of naira securing a walk in store, spent over 5 million naira setting it up, minus goods money, with the…

…residents of Oboro peacefully handed over the trespassers, along with the recovered stolen items, to the Divisional Police Headquarters in Bomadi for formal investigation.” The community alleged that the abduction claim was intended to conceal the circumstances surrounding the arrest, while also accusing Alagbabiri res…

…poll held across the state on Saturday. Kubiangha also commended stakeholders for their roles in ensuring the peaceful conduct of the 2026 Osun State governorship election. The NYSC coordinator spoke in a statement issued on Monday in Osogbo. The Osun NYSC boss disclosed that while monitoring the exercise, he visited p…

A senseless act of violence - Man mourns his little sister k!lled by suspected herdsmen in fresh Benue attack A bereaved man, Amise Friday Johnson has mourned his young sister who was k!lled by suspected armed herdsmen in Benue State. LIB reported that suspected armed attackers have reportedly k!lled several people and…

…said to show the incident has surfaced online, sparking shock and an outpouring of condolences from social media users. Watch video below: View this post on Instagram A post shared by Lindaikejiblog (@lindaikejiblogofficial) by Linda Ikeji at 17/08/2026 1:54 PM | Share this Story

…country has been wracked since 2012 by a serious security crisis, notably fuelled by violence from jihadists allied to Al-Qaeda or the Islamic State group, along with criminal gangs and armed separatists. AFP

…for retailers that can consistently offer affordable products. Instead of relying solely on large margins, budget-focused supermarkets can attract customers through competitive pricing and high sales volumes. The winning strategy is increasingly about efficiency, affordability and giving shoppers reasons to return.6. R…

…16 and had struggled financially despite making money from her work. “My childhood was stolen from me. I started paying rent at 16, in a house I lived in with her and my siblings,” she wrote. The actress further alleged that her mother had made her and her siblings homeless three times and claimed that she had lost mon…

…made her start paying rent while living with her at 16. She said her childhood was stolen from her because she had to become an adult early. Now, she's saying her mother, who now lives with her, must leave her house because she is done housing her. Dior wrote: "I want this woman OUT OF MY FUCKING SPACE!!!! she is refus…

…and communities across the state. He also urged women and youths to take an active role in the democratic process and ensure that their votes counted during the 2027 elections. Gumel said the party would disclose further details of its programmes and electoral strategy as preparations for the elections intensify. Incum…

…Progressives Congress (APC) National Youth Leader, Dayo Israel, regarding the singer's role in the just-concluded Osun State governorship election. Following the August 15 election, in which the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) declared the incumbent, Governor Ademola Adeleke, the winner, Israel issued…

…breakthroughStarlink’s journey in the DRC has been far from straightforward.Congolese authorities previously prohibited Starlink terminals over concerns that the technology could be exploited by armed groups, including the Rwanda-backed M23 movement in the country’s east.The position changed on May 2, 2025, when the Co…