The Lagos State Government has declared Thursday, August 20, 2026, a work-free day to enable residents to participate in activities marking the 2026 Isese Day celebration. The Special Adviser to the Governor on Tourism, Arts and Culture, Idris Aregbe, announced the decision in a statement on Wednesday. Aregbe said the holiday would allow residents and visitors to participate in the celebration, which is expected to attract millions of traditional worshippers. […]

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 […]

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has ordered an immediate end to the use of green areas, parks and gardens in Abuja as car dealership lots. Wike also directed the authorities to stop all unauthorised use of the spaces and set up a task force to enforce the directive. The FCT Administration said the move is part of efforts to address flooding in the Federal Capital Territory. […]

An 80-year-old man, Amos Onwe Ubochi, has been killed in Osege village, Umuogodo Oshia Ngbo community, Ohaukwu Local Government Area of Ebonyi State. Ubochi was reportedly returning home after attending a prayer session for All Progressives Grand Alliance candidates when he was attacked. His body was later found along a bush path and taken to the Federal Teaching Hospital, Abakaliki, where he was confirmed dead. The Ebonyi State Police Command […]