Suspected Boko Haram Kills 8 Persons, Police Officer In Adamawa

Crime & SecurityNewsNigeriaSuspected Boko Haram Kills 8 Persons, Police Officer In Adamawa

Hassan Umar Shallpella (Regional Correspondent)August 18, 2026

Suspected members of Boko Haram have killed six people and abducted two girls after they raided Gaya-Dlang near Fa’agaya in Hong local government area of Adamawa State around 5:00 pm on Monday.   According to reports, the terrorists also burnt houses and carted away foodstuffs.   The raid came less than a month after a similar attack was carried out on Monday, 27 July 2026, around 6:00 PM by the terrorists in the Zah community...

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Osun Election Is Affirmation Of Power Of The Electorate – Bode George

NewsNigeriaPoliticsOsun Election Is Affirmation Of Power Of The Electorate – Bode George

Uzoamaka Ikezue (Staff Reporter)August 18, 2026

Chief Bode George, former Deputy National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has described the outcome of Saturday’s governorship election in Osun State as a significant affirmation of the power of the electorate and the importance of allowing the will of the people to prevail in a democracy. The Atona Oodua of Yorubaland, while congratulating Governor Ademola Adeleke on his victory in a statement on Monday, said the election’s peaceful conduct and outcome should...

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Lamido Barkindo Urges Igbo Community in Adamawa To Sustain Unity

NewsNigeriaPoliticsLamido Barkindo Urges Igbo Community in Adamawa To Sustain Unity

Hassan Umar Shallpella (Regional Correspondent)August 18, 2026

Lamido Adamawa, Dr. Muhammadu Barkindo Aliyu Musdafa has urged members of the Igbo community in Adamawa and those in the diaspora to remain united and continue to live peacefully with one another. The monarch gave the advice when members of the Igbo community in Adamawa State paid a thank-you visit to his palace in Yola in recognition of Igwe Godwin Omenaka as the Eze of the Igbo people in the state. Lamido Barkindo, who appreciated...

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Activist Says Adeleke’s Victory Confirms Power Of People, Signals 2027 Battle

NewsNigeriaPoliticsActivist Says Adeleke’s Victory Confirms Power Of People, Signals 2027 Battle

Uzoamaka Ikezue (Staff Reporter)August 17, 2026

Comrade Timi Frank, former Deputy National Publicity Secretary of the All Progressives Congress (APC), has described Governor Ademola Adeleke’s victory in the Osun State governorship election as a confirmation of the power of the people and a possible pointer to the 2027 general elections. Frank, in a statement in Abuja on Monday, said the outcome showed that citizens could overcome political pressure and other odds when they’re determined to defend their choices at the polls....

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NewsMotorists Pay N20,000 To Cross Bridge In Taraba 

Hassan Umar Shallpella (Regional Correspondent)August 17, 2026

Canoe operators along the Namnai bridge in Taraba State are now making brisk business ferrying vehicles and passengers across the river to enable them to continue their journeys. The Namnai Bridge, which collapsed in August 2024, has become a major concern for residents, transport operators, traders, businessmen, and women whose livelihoods depend on the route. For the past two years, motorists have had no alternative but to cross the bridge to continue their journeys and...

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Five Communities Came Under Attacks In Benue

Crime & SecurityNewsNigeriaFive Communities Came Under Attacks In Benue

Hassan Umar Shallpella (Regional Correspondent)August 17, 2026

…Gov Alia Vows To Support Security Agencies Following the attacks on Mbaterem in Ayaba, Ikpur, Yina, Aboajio, and Ukpen communities in the Ukum Local Government Area of Benue State, Benue State Governor Hyacinth Alia said the government would continue to support security agencies. The measure is to enable them to confront criminal elements and strengthen security operations in the state. The measure is to enable them to confront criminal elements and strengthen security operations in...

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NGO Raises N40 million To Empower Women In Plateau 

NewsNigeriaNGO Raises N40 million To Empower Women In Plateau 

Hassan Umar Shallpella (Regional Correspondent)August 17, 2026

A nongovernmental organization, the Women Arise, Connect and Support Group, has raised N40m to support women’s programs across Plateau State. The group raised the money during the inauguration of its executive committee and coordinators at the Plateau State Polytechnic, Jos Campus. Speaking at the event, the Convener and Coordinator of the group, Felicia Luka, said the initiative was established to help women discover their potential, acquire useful skills and become self-reliant through productive ventures. Luka...

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Jonathan Felicitates Babangida At 85, Lauds His Contributions To Nation Building

NewsNigeriaPoliticsJonathan Felicitates Babangida At 85, Lauds His Contributions To Nation Building

Uzoamaka Ikezue (Staff Reporter)August 17, 2026

Former President Goodluck Jonathan has congratulated former Military President, General Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida, on the occasion of his 85th birthday, describing his life as one marked by service, leadership, and enduring contributions to Nigeria. In a goodwill message issued to mark Babangida’s birthday on Sunday, Jonathan, on behalf of his family, warmly felicitated the former military leader and acknowledged his years of service in the military and public sector. Jonathan said Babangida’s tenure as Head...

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2027: Accord, AAC, SDP Presidential Candidates Unite Against Tinubu

NewsNigeriaPolitics2027: Accord, AAC, SDP Presidential Candidates Unite Against Tinubu

Uzoamaka Ikezue (Staff Reporter)August 17, 2026

…Seek Release Of Kanu, Maisango The presidential candidates of the Accord Party, African Action Congress (AAC), and Social Democratic Party (SDP) have resolved to unite ahead of the 2027 presidential election, in what could become a significant realignment of Nigeria’s opposition politics. The three candidates, Dr. Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim of Accord, Mr. Omoyele Sowore of AAC and Prince Adewole Adebayo of SDP, reached the resolution after a meeting in Port Harcourt, where they deliberated on Nigeria’s democracy,...

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SGF Inaugurates National Salaries Income, Wages Commission Board Members 

NewsSGF Inaugurates National Salaries Income, Wages Commission Board Members 

Hassan Umar Shallpella (Regional Correspondent)August 16, 2026

The Secretary to the Government of the Federation, George Akume, has charged new Board members of the National Salaries, Incomes and Wages Commission (NSIWC) with providing strategic leadership to ensure fair remuneration. The SGF gave the charge on Friday, while the board members in Abuja noted that the appointment comes at a crucial time following the implementation of the new National Minimum Wage framework, which has raised expectations among workers while placing greater responsibilities on...

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