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EFCC asks former Bayelsa governor Timipre Sylva to appear for questioning after declaring him wanted over alleged fraud.
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The All Progressives Congress has defended President Bola Tinubu’s economic reforms, saying the removal of petrol subsidy has increased government revenues and improved the business environment, while the African Democratic Congress has demanded an account of the trillions of naira generated from the reforms.
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The Kano State Centre for Disease Control has called for nine million doses of diphtheria vaccines to contain the disease in the state, while Niger State has recorded 17 deaths from the outbreak between January and early August 2026.
The resignations of former ministers Adebayo Adelabu, Yusuf Tuggar, and Sa’idu Ahmed Alkali to pursue governorship ambitions are reportedly facing strong internal resistance within the APC, with their campaigns now complicated by reduced federal influence and intensified state-level party rivalries.
Promoter Eddie Hearn says Anthony Joshua has found structure and focus in returning to training following the tragic deaths of his close coaches Sina Ghami and AbdulLateef Ayodele, with boxing now serving as a key source of emotional stability during his period of grief.
The Enugu State Police Command has arrested two suspects in Nkanu East for alleged drug trafficking, seizing large quantities of Cannabis Sativa in an intelligence-led operation aimed at disrupting local narcotics supply networks and related criminal activity.
Councillor Christopher Adegoke has made history as the first Black and minority ethnic Chairman of Nottinghamshire County Council since 1889, following a journey from his upbringing in Nigeria to a political career in the UK, where he now champions inclusive governance and public service.
David Umahi says Ebonyi State will deliver 95% of its votes to President Bola Tinubu in 2027, citing ongoing federal projects and increased inclusion of the South-East.
Kayode Fayemi says he helped President Bola Tinubu become president in 2023 while describing Peter Obi as a political phenomenon that reshaped Nigeria’s electoral landscape.
Governor Dapo Abiodun says Ogun State will launch a monthly cash intervention programme targeting up to 100,000 residents as part of efforts to improve welfare and economic opportunities.
NAFDAC has destroyed fake drugs, banned sachet alcohol and other unsafe products worth over N1.8 billion in Abuja as part of efforts to prevent counterfeit goods from re-entering the market.
Residents in eastern DR Congo reportedly burned Ebola isolation tents after hospital authorities refused to release the body of a suspected victim, triggering unrest amid growing fears over the outbreak.
Trade unions across Africa have praised the ICJ ruling affirming workers’ right to strike under ILO Convention No. 87, describing it as a major victory for democracy and labour rights.
The Oyo State Government has suspended school excursions, sports competitions and all external school activities following rising insecurity and the recent abduction of students and teachers in Oriire LGA.
Muslims in Ibadan have lamented the soaring cost of rams ahead of Eid-el-Kabir, blaming harsh economic conditions, rising transport costs and weak purchasing power for the situation.
