…the area throughout the training. “The firing will be carried out in a controlled and secured environment under strict supervision. The Command further appeals to residents to avoid the immediate vicinity of the shooting range throughout the duration of the exercise to ensure public safety and facilitate the smooth con…

…the region or be prepared to depart on short notice, warning of flight disruptions and security risks as the conflict appeared to be escalating. Trump had earlier threatened Iran with additional attacks, saying Friday that the U.S. will be "hitting them very hard," while Iran vowed to "punish" the U.S. as both nations…

…"The suspects are currently in custody for further investigation and will face prosecution in accordance with the law. "The Headquarters Joint Task Force South-East, Operation UDOKA, commends the professionalism, resilience, and inter-agency cooperation demonstrated by the troops throughout the operation. "This success…

…(80,900 hectares) were burning across the northwestern state during a record fourth consecutive year of statewide drought. “Our record-setting drought and high winds are creating dangerous conditions across the state,” Governor Bob Ferguson said in a statement, adding that most outdoor and agricultural burning were ban…

…companies and public officials implicated in the report—should be promptly prosecuted, while all missing public funds, firearms and ammunition should be fully recovered, secured and properly accounted for.” In the letter dated 1 August 2026 and signed by SERAP deputy director Kolawole Oluwadare, the organisation said:…

Kannywood filmmaker Aminu Saira marries second wife (photos) Prominent Kannywood filmmaker and director Malam Aminu Saira has taken a second wife. Saira tied the knot with his second wife on Friday, August 31, 2026 in a colourful ceremony in Azare, Bauchi State. The wedding Fatiha attracted colleagues, fans and industr…

…rocked the state. Wike further said the governor lost the opportunity to return for a second term in office because he was listening to and acting on wrong advice from his supporters, who deceived him and worsened the crisis in the state. Read the full story here: https://punchng.com/fubara-biggest-loser-in-rivers-cris…

…Government assures no immediate increase in electricity tariffs amid ongoing power sector reforms5,000 youths to support nationwide prepaid meter installation through the Presidential Metering InitiativeNigeria generates about 5,000MW of electricity, signalling progress in the reforms for reliable supplyPAY ATTENTION:…

…Presidential candidate Peter Obi has criticised the Federal Government’s response to the security situation in Oyo State, arguing that the presidency did not act swiftly enough. Speaking during a public engagement, Obi claimed that the President did not contact the Oyo State governor for 50 days despite the security co…

…“Morocco’s steadfast commitment to peace, combating extremism and safeguarding the security of Americans and Moroccans reflects a valuable partnership for the United States,” he said. He added that both countries would deepen cooperation to enhance security in the Sahel region. Trump also pledged stronger economic coop…

…issued by his spokesperson, Olawale Rasheed, Adeleke also called on Nigerians and security agencies to uphold democratic values and ensure a peaceful electoral process. He expressed concern over alleged acts of violence and voter intimidation ahead of the election and urged security agencies to act professionally. “We…

…causes of pavement failure on federal highways. “Our priority is to restore damaged sections of the road, reopen drainage channels and improve safety for road users,” he said. Umar explained that drainage maintenance is a critical component of road asset preservation because stagnant water weakens the road foundation,…

…political crisis persisted, questions arose over whether the impeachment complied with Section 188 of the Constitution. When the dispute reached the Supreme Court, the apex court held that the constitutional procedure for removing a governor had been flagrantly violated. The court ruled that the impeachment was unconst…

…individual and institution that contributed to ending one of Nigeria’s most difficult security challenges. The peace in the Niger Delta was achieved through the contributions and sacrifices of community leaders, traditional rulers, the clergy, Civil Society Organizations, security agencies, government representatives a…

…Service of the Federation has implemented one of the country’s most ambitious public sector digital reform programmes through the deployment of the Enterprise Content Management (ECM) System, GovMail, the 1-GOV Cloud Platform and other technology-driven initiatives aimed at modernising governance. The Forum explained t…

WITHOUT mincing words, and since independence in 1960, the consecutive governments that have been on the national saddle to transform the Nigerian state have been concerned with reforming the civil service. This came from the recognition that the bureaucracy is a key component of the governance apparatus for national d…

…Excellence Conclave, a leadership platform for business executives and public sector leaders, and leads The Presidential Table, an executive advisory forum for chief executives. Ugbewanko holds a Master’s degree in Human Resource Management from the University of South Wales, United Kingdom, and a Bachelor’s degree in…

…South senatorial candidate proposed moving the operational headquarters of Benue State's security architecture to Otukpo to speed up response to attacksPAY ATTENTION: Mark Legit.ng as a preferred source, and our content will appear higher in your Google feed!Legit.ng journalist Adekunle Dada has over 8 years of experie…

…296 deaths, highlighting the worsening public health emergency. The agency warned that insecurity, population displacement, population mobility and cross-border movements were complicating response efforts and increasing the risk of further disease spread across affected regions. WHO said national authorities, alongsid…

…name had been replaced with Paul Ikonne in violation of the Electoral Act, 2026. Citing Section 33 of the Electoral Act, 2026, he explained that a political party can only substitute a candidate where the candidate dies, voluntarily withdraws through a personally signed written notice addressed to the party, or where a…

…law. “The region and the world cannot afford more war. The fighting must stop,” UN Secretary-General António Guterres stated, calling for freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz and Bab al-Mandab. The UN demands a ceasefire in the Gulf, warning that the conflict is driving global instability, disrupting trade, st…

…the lawmaker said such action violated the provisions of the Electoral Act, 2026. Citing Section 33 of the Act, Erondu stated that a political party can only substitute a candidate if the candidate dies, voluntarily withdraws through a personally signed written notice, or where a court of competent jurisdiction issues…

…society,” he said. Tinubu, however, urged other faith-based institutions and the private sector to support the government in the task of nation-building. “The government alone cannot build the nation of our dreams. We require strong partnerships with private institutions that share the vision of building an enlightened…

…of energy consultants called on NNPCL Group CEO Bayo Ojulari to resign over alleged secrecy surrounding the company's financesThe Association of Energy Policy and Development Consultants flagged alleged ₦7.13 trillion in energy security and pipeline protection claims in NNPCL's 2024 recordsThe group accused NNPCL of re…

…They presented, as was their right, a catalogue of the country's economic, social, and security challenges as they saw them. Except for their grudging acknowledgement of the benefits of NELFUND, they were dismissive of the other great things done by the administration. The bishops were notably acerbic in their submissi…