Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has announced a N500 million endowment fund for victims of pre-election violence in the state. Adeleke announced the initiative on Wednesday while receiving his Certificate of Return from the Independent National Electoral Commission following his re-election. The governor's Special Assistant on Digital Media, Olalekan Badmu, said the fund was established in honour of those affected by the violence recorded before the August 15 governorship election. […]

The Nigerian Army has relocated the tactical headquarters of Operation Enduring Peace, also known as Operation Safe Haven, from Jos to Mangu Local Government Area of Plateau State following renewed attacks in the area. The relocation comes after a recent attack on Binper Village in Mangu, where more than 25 people were killed. Speaking during the relocation on Wednesday, Commander of Operation Enduring Peace and General Officer Commanding 3 Division, […]

The governments of Oyo, Ogun, Lagos and Osun States have declared Thursday, August 20, 2026, a work-free day to enable residents to participate in activities marking this year’s Ìṣẹ̀ṣe Day celebration. The declarations reflect the growing recognition of Ìṣẹ̀ṣe Day as an important occasion for celebrating Yoruba traditional religion, culture and heritage. In Oyo State, Governor Seyi Makinde has declared Thursday, August 20, a work-free day to enable residents to […]

The Kaduna State Police Command has ordered an investigation into officers captured in a viral video allegedly extorting money from motorists and cyclists during a stop-and-search operation in Millennium City. The Commissioner of Police, Rabiu Muhammad, directed that the officers involved be identified and investigated, with anyone found culpable to face disciplinary action. Police spokesperson, DSP Mansir Hassan, said routine roadblocks and stop-and-search operations have been curtailed except where there […]