Jowi Zaza’s Father Returns Home After Abduction
Chief Sir Joseph Ebere Ezeokafor, chairman of Jezco Group of Companies and father of social media personality Jowi Zaza, has returned to his hometown of Ekwulobia in Aguata Local Government Area of Anambra State after regaining his freedom. Ezeokafor, a septuagenarian, was released on Friday night after spending nearly two weeks in the custody of […]
Justice Ministry Lawyers’ Robe Allowance Raised to N1m
The Federal Government has increased the annual robe allowance for state counsel and legal officers in the Federal Ministry of Justice and the Legal Aid Council of Nigeria from the previously reported N300,000 to N1m. The National Salaries, Incomes and Wages Commission disclosed the new rates in a circular dated July 14, 2026, signed by […]
Nasarawa Electoral Commissioner Resigns From APC, Joins SDP
Dr. Samuel Tsebe, a member of the Nasarawa State Independent Electoral Commission (NASIEC), has resigned from the All Progressives Congress (APC) and joined the Social Democratic Party (SDP). Tsebe, a former member of the Nasarawa State House of Assembly representing Akwanga South Constituency, disclosed his decision to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Akwanga […]
INEC Rejects Ghost Voter Claims in Osun Election
The Independent National Electoral Commission has dismissed claims of ghost and hired voters in the Osun State governorship election, saying the use of the Bimodal Voter Accreditation System made such voting impossible. INEC Chief Press Secretary to the Chairman, Dayo Oketola, urged Nigerians to disregard unverified claims and videos circulating on social media following the […]
Adeleke’s Victory Challenges One-Party State Narrative — Oladejo
Former Lagos State APC spokesman Seye Oladejo has described Governor Ademola Adeleke’s re-election in Osun State as a significant boost for Nigeria’s democracy, saying the result challenges claims that the country is drifting inevitably towards a one-party state. In a statement on Monday, Oladejo said Adeleke’s victory demonstrated the resilience and competitiveness of Nigeria’s electoral […]
Bala Mohammed Warns Politicians Against Relying on Federal Backing
Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed, has warned opposition politicians against relying on federal support to win elections, saying voters should determine electoral outcomes. Mohammed spoke on Monday after casting his ballot at Model Central Primary School, Yalwan Duguri, in Alkaleri Local Government Area during the ongoing Bauchi State local government elections. The governor said recent […]
Ekiti Police Search for 19-Year-Old Missing Woman
The Ekiti State Police Command has launched an investigation into the disappearance of a 19-year-old woman, Dandam Happiness, who has been missing since August 10, 2026. The Police Public Relations Officer, SP Sunday Abutu, disclosed this in a statement issued in Ado Ekiti on Monday. According to Abutu, Happiness left her residence in Ado Ekiti […]
Woman Arrested Over Alleged Newborn Theft in Kebbi
A 19-year-old woman, Khadija Ibrahim, has been arrested by the Kebbi State Police Command for allegedly stealing a newborn baby in Zuru Local Government Area and presenting the child to her husband as her own. Ibrahim, a resident of Rikoto, Zuru LGA, was arrested on August 14, 2026, following an investigation into the alleged incident, […]
APC Chieftain Blames Osun Defeat on Internal Wrangling
A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress, Farouq Aliyu, has blamed internal disagreements within the party for its defeat in the Osun State governorship election. Aliyu said some APC members were unhappy with the party’s candidate and failed to support his campaign, weakening the party’s chances at the polls. Speaking on Arise Television’s Morning Show […]
Diri Defends Choice of Akpe as Bayelsa Deputy Governor
Bayelsa State Governor, Douye Diri, has defended his decision to appoint Peter Akpe as his deputy, saying the choice has been justified by Akpe’s performance and acceptance by his people. Diri spoke on Sunday at a reception organised by the Ebedebiri community in Sagbama Local Government Area to honour Akpe. The governor said the large […]
