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’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
Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has received a Green Leadership Award for his administration’s efforts to promote renewable energy, climate action, environmental sustainability and the development of a green economy in the State. The recognition was presented during the 1st International and 3rd National Women Green Summit and Exhibition 2026, WIGSE-26, organised by the Women … Read more
Former presidential spokesman, Garba Shehu, has praised the conduct of the 2026 Osun State governorship election, describing the performance of the Independent National Electoral Commission under its current chairman, Professor Joash Amupitan, as a major improvement in Nigeria’s electoral history. Shehu, who served as Senior Special Assistant on Media and Publicity to former President Muhammadu … Read more
The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission has given Kaduna Electricity Distribution Plc a 12-month deadline to improve its operations, reduce electricity losses and close its persistent metering gap as the regulator intensifies efforts to rescue the troubled distribution company. The directive was issued to the newly constituted Interim Board of Special Directors and the Interim Administrator … Read more
Dr. Gbemileke Alagbe has reaffirmed his claim to the African Democratic Congress governorship ticket in Oyo State ahead of the 2027 election, insisting that the primary election that produced him was backed by the necessary records and procedures. Alagbe made the declaration while speaking with journalists in Ibadan, where he also appealed to members of … Read more
Prominent Nollywood actors and filmmakers have rallied behind veteran Yoruba actor, Taiwo Hassan, popularly known as Ogogo, after his daughters made an emotional appeal for urgent medical assistance as he battles stage-four cancer. The development has generated concern across the Nigerian entertainment industry, with several actors calling for medical experts, cancer specialists and well-equipped treatment … Read more
The leadership of the Fusengbuwa Ruling House of Ijebu-Ode, Ogun State, has petitioned Governor Dapo Abiodun over an internal dispute involving a faction of the family, asking the State Government not to recognise or engage with the group in matters relating to the vacant Awujale stool. The petition, dated August 17, 2026, came amid a … Read more
Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, has celebrated former Military President, Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida, as he marked his 85th birthday, describing the retired general as a statesman whose administration played a historic role in the creation of Abia State. Otti, in a goodwill message issued on Monday, August 17, 2026, said the people and Government of … Read more
Lagos State has received a major boost to its electricity transmission infrastructure following the commissioning of upgraded substations at Ijora and Apapa Road, with the Federal Government adding 208 megawatts of bulk transmission capacity to the national grid. The projects, commissioned on Monday, August 17, 2026, are expected to strengthen electricity delivery to several industrial, … Read more