…steps to address the worsening insecurity in the area. The letter, made available to journalists in Benin City on Tuesday, described the killing as part of a disturbing pattern of violent attacks that has continued to threaten the peace and security of the community. The residents lamented that the persistent insecurit…

…disbelief that someone close to him would have chosen to share those moments with journalists. Outrage over disclosure of private details Softsgora’s comments captured a mood that spread across the platform, where many felt the line between public interest and personal grief had been crossed.

…the payroll, had been concluded before she assumed office on March 1, 2026. Addressing journalists on Tuesday, Anyaso said, “The crux of the matter is that the Federal Government gave a waiver for the recruitment of 426 staff, a figure which the Governing Council also approved and directed the then Vice-Chancellor/Mana…

…motivated, if he has petitioned me to an anti-graft agency, why is he getting across to journalists again today?” He added, “Number one, it’s a lie. I’m not owing Havilah Travels N19m. I’m having some balances to pay them, but it’s not up to N19m.” Akpanke argued that having an outstanding business obligation was not a…

…had complied with the terms of the MoU and had not victimised any worker. Speaking with journalists in his office, Ojo said the labour leaders had misunderstood the agreement, adding that there were established channels for resolving disputes. He said, “It was disappointing to hear labour leaders publicly declare that…

…of Planning, Jigawa State Emergency Management Agency (SEMA), confirmed the incident to journalists in Dutse. He said the accident occurred on Sunday, July 19, 2026 while the passengers, mostly female farmers and labourers, were travelling by boat. The official said the cause of the accident had yet to be established,…

…duly elected at the party’s primary conducted across the state’s 226 wards. Speaking to journalists after the stakeholders’ meeting, the caretaker chairman of Girei Local Government Area, Alhaji Abubakar Audu, said: “All the 21 CTC chairmen and major stakeholders of our great party, ADC, passed this vote of confidence…

…and commitment to journalism and public service while connecting them with practising journalists who can serve as role models. The Lateef Jakande Memorial Lecture series began in 2023 with a presentation by Chief Felix Adenaike, a Fellow of the NGE. In 2024, Prince Nduka Obaigbena, Chairman of ThisDay and Arise News T…

…Agbeyangi, who sustained a gunshot wound in the leg during the exchange of fire, told journalists that he and members of his group had gone to confront rival gang members they blamed for the killing of one of their associates, identified simply as Samuel, four days earlier. He explained: “We were coming from a birthday…

…insisting that such a move would undermine rather than advance justice. Speaking on Journalists’ Hangout on TVC while commenting on allegations made by Prince Adeniyi Adeyemi Matthew against the Chief of Staff, Ogunye said there was no legal or factual basis to demand Gbajabiamila’s resignation since he had neither bee…

…as a humanitarian tragedy that has devastated communities across Plateau. Addressing journalists in Jos, leader of the coalition, Barrister Dalyop Solomon Mwantiri, said Plateau had endured years of bloodshed, displacement and destruction that have left deep scars on the people. “Our communities have become theatres of…

…Apapa, Lagos State. The Commander, NNS BEECROFT, Aiwuyor Adams-Aliu, while addressing journalists at the base, disclosed that the illicit consignments were recovered during separate intelligence-led operations conducted within the command’s operational area over the past few months. He further described the handover as…

…by the use of substandard materials. However, no casualties were recorded. Speaking to journalists in Umuahia after visiting the collapsed buildings, the General Manager of the Umuahia Capital Development Authority (UCDA), Kingsley Agomoh, advised property owners and developers to always obtain development approvals an…

…stressing that motivated soldiers remain the Army’s greatest asset. He commended journalists for their professionalism and responsible reportage, noting that constructive engagement with the media remained vital to strategic communication and national security. The outgoing commander also thanked the governments and pe…

…That project is not up to five years old, yet it has already started failing. We took journalists there. We took members of the National Assembly there. You could see the road failing. They repaired it, and it still failed.” He added that reinforced concrete pavement offered a more durable solution. “The answer is to r…

…Jalingo, and its Secretary-General, Danladi Bawa, a copy of which was made available to journalists in Bauchi, the group noted that the federal government’s intervention came at a critical period. The statement read further in part: “The intervention came at the right time for the right purpose and will undoubtedly ser…

…“Achievements by Nigerian institutions deserved far greater recognition,” he noted. “As journalists, we are often quick to report failures, but when Nigerian institutions receive global recognition, we should celebrate those successes because they do not happen every day,” he said. Aigbogun observed that nearly three y…

…matter until July 27 to rule on the bail application filed by the defence. Speaking to journalists after the court session, the state's prosecuting counsel said the prosecution had concluded preparations to present its witnesses when the trial resumes. Kano High Court begins trial of alleged wife killer

…David Umahi, over the death of Miss Mary Habila. In a statement made available to journalists in Abuja on Thursday, Onoh described the death of Habila as a tragic incident that deserves a thorough, transparent, and professional investigation by law enforcement agencies, warning against what he called attempts to exploi…

…the kidnappers’ camp and lived under trees before they were rescued. Hassan spoke with journalists in Ogbomoso on Wednesday shortly after he and other rescued pupils and teachers were released from the Ladoke Akintola University of Technology Teaching Hospital, where they had received medical treatment and psychologica…

…the victims to physical abuse and deprived them of proper food. “When he saw you people (journalists), he started clinging to us. They really stressed them in the forest. He has been narrating it to us. He said they beat him when he remembers us,” the relative said. The family member added that the child told them the…

…citizens to demand greater accountability from public office holders. The minister said journalists must move beyond routine event coverage to investigative reporting that highlights gaps in the education sector and tracks government performance using verifiable evidence. According to him, quality journalism backed by…

…Alhaji Suleiman Muhammad Argungu, disclosed this on Tuesday, July 14, while briefing journalists in Birnin Kebbi. He said the beneficiaries were selected from the state's 21 local government areas and 225 wards following a screening process. Argungu said the programme, organised by the state government in partnership w…

…Public Relations Officer, Aminu Koji, confirmed Adeyemi’s arrest in a terse statement to journalists. Koji said Adeyemi was arrested in Osun State by operatives of the Intelligence Response Team. “We have just confirmed the arrest of Mr. Adeniyi Adeyemi by a team of the Intelligence Response Team in Osun State. Thank y…

…Monday Agbonika, disclosed the development on Tuesday, July 14, 2026 while briefing journalists at the Nigeria Police Divisional Headquarters in Ekpoma. The CP, who was represented by the Police Public Relations Officer, ASP Eno Ikoedem, confirmed the k!lling of one student during the attack. According to the commissio…