Sunday, August 2, 2026

News Update

Ondo Gov Aiyedatiwa Confirms Amotekun Enlistment, Raises Salary to N100,000, Enrols Personnel in Pension, Health Insurance NRS, NFIU Forge Strategic Alliance to Strengthen Nigeria’s Financial Integrity, Combat Financial Crimes Emir Sanusi Hails CBN’s Monetary Policy, Says Nigeria Pulled Back from Brink of Total Collapse Tinubu Urged to Nominate Jonathan for UN Secretary-General – Group Says Ex-President Has “Proven Executive Experience” Tinubu Vows: “State Police Will Work, We Will Protect It from Abuse – No Negotiation with Criminals” Olubadan Hails Tinubu: “We’ve Never Had It This Good” – Monarch Thanks President for Rescue of Oriire Children, Praises Over ₦2 Trillion Infrastructure Projects in Oyo State Mufty-Iwo Sparks Outrage: “Don’t Elect ‘Kafiri'” – Urges Oke-Ogun Muslims to Back Only Muslim Candidates for Governor, Oba, LG Chairman BREAKING: Otedola Drops Another N222bn on First HoldCo – Now Controls 25.88% of Nigeria’s Oldest Banking Group Ondo Gov Aiyedatiwa Confirms Amotekun Enlistment, Raises Salary to N100,000, Enrols Personnel in Pension, Health Insurance NRS, NFIU Forge Strategic Alliance to Strengthen Nigeria’s Financial Integrity, Combat Financial Crimes Emir Sanusi Hails CBN’s Monetary Policy, Says Nigeria Pulled Back from Brink of Total Collapse Tinubu Urged to Nominate Jonathan for UN Secretary-General – Group Says Ex-President Has “Proven Executive Experience” Tinubu Vows: “State Police Will Work, We Will Protect It from Abuse – No Negotiation with Criminals” Olubadan Hails Tinubu: “We’ve Never Had It This Good” – Monarch Thanks President for Rescue of Oriire Children, Praises Over ₦2 Trillion Infrastructure Projects in Oyo State Mufty-Iwo Sparks Outrage: “Don’t Elect ‘Kafiri'” – Urges Oke-Ogun Muslims to Back Only Muslim Candidates for Governor, Oba, LG Chairman BREAKING: Otedola Drops Another N222bn on First HoldCo – Now Controls 25.88% of Nigeria’s Oldest Banking Group

Politics

BREAKING 🇳🇬⚠️: Ilorin, Kwara – Hospitals allegedly refuse treatment for 16-year-old girl allegedly tortured in police custody.

🇧🇯 Yoruba Heritage Minister Leads Tourism, Culture, Arts Portfolio in Benin Republic – Babalola Jean Michel Abimbola has served as Benin Republic’s Minister of Tourism, Culture and the Arts since May 2021 under President Patrice Talon, overseeing cultural and tourism development.

Rashidi Yekini, the legendary Nigerian striker from Ira, Kwara State, is remembered today following his passing on May 4, 2012, at the age of 48 — a prolific goal scorer whose legacy with the Super Eagles remains unmatched and deeply respected.

VIDEO 🇳🇬👑: Gani Adams Marks 56th Birthday in Lagos – cultural displays, elite gathering, and public outreach define the celebration.

🇳🇬🚆 Lagos Blue Line Rail in Lagos sets the pace for modern transport across the South West and Nigeria – delivering the fastest commute with near zero noise and delays.

Obatala Festival begins in Oyo – 17 days of sacred Yoruba spiritual and cultural observance under Asa Orisa Alaafin Oyo.

Police Charge Man N400k to Find Stolen Lexus, Then Sell It After Recovery – Alleged Scam Sparks Outrage

Nigerian police have been accused of charging a man N400,000 to help locate his stolen Lexus RX 350…

“Obi’s Church Message Is Encrypted Religious Sentiment” – Obafemi George Exposes Former ADC Ally

Obafemi George has accused Peter Obi of using encrypted religious messaging following his move from ADC to NDC,…

“Anybody Can Whisper a Judgment to INEC and They’ll Upload It” – Makinde Slams Electoral Body Over PDP Leadership Crisis

Governor Seyi Makinde has slammed the Independent National Electoral Commission over its handling of the PDP leadership judgment,…

“ADC is not a special purpose vehicle for Atiku Abubakar,” the party chieftain said, insisting the party remains an open political platform not built around any single ambition.

BREAKING 🇳🇬🏥: Nurse Joy Ezeugwu Reportedly Arrested After Exposing Uwani Enugu Hospital Conditions – Claims Link Ezzy College Administration to Incident.

BREAKING 🇹🇿🐍: Man Trapped by Large Snake After Allegedly Stealing Bananas from Farm in Tanzania – Incident Linked to Claims of Locally “Protected” Farmland.

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