Tinubu Orders Urgent Repairs On Benin-Agbor, Ekiti Roads

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has directed the Federal Ministry of Works to take immediate action on the worsening condition of the Benin-Agbor-Asaba road and the Ifaki-Kabba-Ado Ekiti corridor, following prolonged gridlock that has left motorists and commuters stranded for hours and, in some cases, days. The directive was disclosed on Tuesday, August 25, 2026, by … Read more

Isreal DMW Takes Swipe At Edo Govt. Over Bad Roads

Singer Davido’s logistics manager, Isreal DMW, has appeared to take a swipe at the Edo State Government after sharing videos showing the condition of some roads in Benin City, the State capital. Isreal posted the videos on Instagram on Tuesday, August 25, 2026, drawing attention to sections of the city where road surfaces appeared badly … Read more

INTERPOL Arrests 58 In Black Axe Crackdown

An international law enforcement operation targeting West African organised crime networks, including the Black Axe group, has resulted in the identification of 263 suspects and 58 arrests across 22 countries. The eight-month operation, coordinated by the International Criminal Police Organisation (INTERPOL), was conducted between November 2025 and June 2026 under the codename Operation Jackal IV. … Read more

Sanwo-Olu Gives LASU Best Graduates ₦20m Each

Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has rewarded the overall best graduating students of Lagos State University with ₦20 million each, in recognition of their outstanding academic performances. The Governor announced the financial rewards on Wednesday, August 19, 2026, during the combined 29th and 30th convocation ceremonies of Lagos State University, Ojo. The two beneficiaries are … Read more

Wike Bans Car Lots On Abuja Green Areas

Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has ordered an immediate crackdown on the conversion of designated green areas, parks and gardens in Abuja into car dealership lots and other unauthorised commercial facilities. The directive is part of renewed efforts by the Federal Capital Territory Administration to enforce the Abuja Master Plan, protect public … Read more

Fuel Subsidy, Forex Reforms Generate ₦15.8tn — Oyedele

The Federal Government has said the removal of fuel subsidy and reforms in Nigeria’s foreign exchange market generated an estimated ₦15.8 trillion in additional resources for the federation between June 2023 and December 2025. The Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Taiwo Oyedele, disclosed the figure on Wednesday while presenting the Government’s … Read more

Lagos Declares Thursday Work-Free For 2026 Isese Day

Lagos State Government has declared Thursday, August 20, 2026, a work-free day to enable residents and visitors participate in the annual Isese Day celebration, with more than three million people expected to take part in activities promoting Yoruba culture, spirituality and indigenous heritage. Lagos State is set to witness a major celebration of Yoruba cultural … Read more

Kenya Helicopter Crash Kills Seven Tourists

A helicopter crash near Mount Ololokwe in Kenya’s Samburu County has killed all seven people on board, including six tourists and the pilot, in a tragic accident that occurred Wednesday morning. The aircraft went down at approximately 9:13 a.m. local time on August 19, 2026, in the rugged area around Mount Ololokwe, according to the … Read more

Army Arrests 18 Illegal Miners, Recovers ₦2.4m In Niger

The Nigerian Army has arrested 18 suspected illegal miners during an operation in Izom, Gurara Local Government Area of Niger State, recovering cash and equipment allegedly linked to unauthorised mining activities. The suspects were apprehended by troops of the 102 Guard Battalion during a routine operation in the area after the soldiers discovered an active … Read more

Paul Pogba Leaves Monaco After Injury Struggles

Paul Pogba’s difficult attempt to revive his career at AS Monaco has come to an early end, with the French midfielder and the Ligue 1 club agreeing to terminate his contract, bringing his brief spell at the Principality to a close. Monaco confirmed the decision on Wednesday, August 19, 2026, revealing that the club and … Read more