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  South Africa's Unemployment Rate Rises to 33.6% in Q2 2026 South Africa's unemployment rate climbed to 33.6% in the second quarter of 2026, up from 32.7% in the first quarter, according to new figures from the national statistics department. The number of unemployed people rose to 8.5 million, while the number of employed people fell by 16,000 to 16.7 million. The data shows job losses across key sectors including community and social services, mining, agriculture, manufacturing and utilities. The steepest declines were recorded in the Western Cape, Gauteng, and North West provinces. Officials did not provide clear reasons for the downturn, leaving the main drivers of the rising unemployment rate uncertain.

 Imo commissioner calls for calm as community protest imposition of monarch The Imo State Commissioner in charge of the Ministry of Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Rubby Emele has appealed to the people of Umuojisi Autonomous Community Ideato South LGA to remain calm following protests over the alleged attempt to install one Chinedu Uzoukwu as Eze of the community. She made the appeal while addressing some group from the area who staged a protest to her office demanding that the installation move be put on hold. The protesters appealed to the Commissioner to stop the planned coronation, informing her that the move violates the age-long tradition of the community and tends to scuttle court proceedings on the matter. According to one of the leaders of the group, Chief Donatus Irokansi, several appeals and petitions submitted by the Eze-in-Council have not yielded results, raising fears that the dispute could degenerate. He added that the community wants peace and not confro...

 Abia bans Keke operations from Umuahia to Ohafia, Arochukwu, others The Abia State Government has directed all tricycle, popularly known as Keke, operators to stop operating on routes from Umuahia to Obowu, Owerri, Ohafia and Arochukwu with immediate effect. In a statement, the Commissioner for Transport, Dr. Chimezie Isaac Ukaegbu, said the measure is aimed at ensuring sanity, order and safety on the state’s roads. He warned that any tricycle operator found violating the directive will be arrested and the tricycle impounded. The government urged all Keke operators and members of the public to comply with the directive.

  I Came Back From America to Have My Own Father Arrested If you had told me five years ago that I would one day fly from America to Nigeria because I wanted my own father arrested, I would have called you crazy. My father was the one person I trusted without asking questions. I was living in America, working hard and sending money home because I wanted to build something for myself in Nigeria. I didn't want to spend my entire life abroad and have nothing to show for it back home. So I decided to invest in property. I told my father, "Daddy, I want to buy land in Lagos and Port Harcourt. I want to start building gradually. Please help me supervise everything." He was excited. "Don't worry, my son. Your money is safe with me. I am your father." Those words gave me peace. I started sending money. Sometimes thousands of dollars at a time. I would call him and say, "Daddy, this one is for the land in Lagos." Another time, "Daddy, this is for Port ...

  Miss Universe Canada Ashley Callingbull Interrupts Pageant to Address Indigenous Cultural Appropriation Concerns Miss Universe Canada 2024 Ashley Callingbull interrupted this year’s pageant to address costumes worn by two contestants that she said appropriated Indigenous cultural elements. Callingbull, a Plains Cree woman from Enoch Cree Nation and the first First Nations woman to hold the Miss Universe Canada title, raised the issue during the Aug. 8 final while hosting the competition. Before the top 20 contestants were announced, Callingbull asked for the music to be lowered and addressed the audience, saying she wanted to acknowledge what had happened during the national costume competition on Aug. 4. Karisa Haverkamp had worn a feathered turquoise, black and white headdress with a small red painted hand on her cheek. Jasleen Kaily appeared in a fringed two-piece outfit with two braids, mukluks and a maple leaf design. Callingbull said she noticed the outfits after seeing foo...

 Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs Released From Solitary Confinement After Reported Prison Altercation at Fort Dix Sean “Diddy” Combs has been released from solitary confinement at New Jersey’s Fort Dix Federal Correctional Institution following an altercation with another inmate last month, according to TMZ. The Federal Bureau of Prisons declined to confirm Combs’ housing assignment or whether he remains subject to any investigation or sanctions, citing privacy, safety and security concerns. Combs, 56, was reportedly placed in solitary confinement after a July altercation in which he and another inmate pushed each other before prison staff intervened. His prison release date has also changed several times. It was moved from Feb. 23, 2028, to Jan. 24, 2028, following the incident, before being pushed back to Feb. 20, 2028, earlier this month. Combs is serving a four-year sentence at Fort Dix on prostitution-related charges. His original release date of May 8, 2028, had previously been moved to J...

 Selena Gomez, Mandy Teefey and Wondermind Co-Founder Sued by Investors Over Alleged $1.2 Million Securities Fraud Selena Gomez, her mother Mandy Teefey and Wondermind co-founder Daniella Pierson have been named as defendants in a lawsuit filed by investors in the mental health startup. The lawsuit, filed by limited liability companies Wondermind SRS 44 and Bespoke Wondermind SPV, alleges that nearly $1.2 million was invested in Wondermind based on false representations about the company and its founders. According to court documents obtained by E! News, the investors claim they were told Gomez would be “intimately involved” with the company.  The complaint alleges that promised partnerships and initiatives did not materialize and that an app was never built. The investors further claim they were not informed about problems within the company and only learned about its alleged mismanagement after media reports in 2025. The lawsuit references a September 2025 article by The Cut...

 FG STRENGTHEN PARTNERSHIPS TO IMPROVE HEALTH CARE SUPPORT FOR VULNERABLE NIGERIANS The Federal Government says it will strengthen partnerships to improve healthcare and support for vulnerable Nigerians, particularly persons living with disabilities.  Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Professor Muhammad Ali Pate said this when he visited Karon Majigi community along Airport Road, Abuja, where he inspected the living conditions and healthcare needs of persons with disabilities, including the visually impaired, amputees, and people affected by polio and leprosy.  The Minister also acknowledges the intervention of the First Lady of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, who drew his attention to the community and its challenges. Professor Pate commends the Tulsi Chanrai Foundation for its efforts in restoring sight to people affected by preventable blindness, noting that some beneficiaries had undergone successful surgery and regained their vision for the first t...

 NHRC RAISES CONCERN OVER INCITING STATEMENTS AHEAD OF ELECTIONS; URGES CITIZENS TO PROMOTE PEACE / DEMOCRACY The National Human Rights Commission, NHRC, has raised concern over cases of hate speech, inflammatory statements, threats of violence and voter intimidation ahead of the forthcoming governorship election in Osun state as well as the 2027 General Election. At a press briefing in Abuja, Executive secretary of the Commission Tony Ojukwu stressed the need for urgent action by relevant authorities to address statements capable of heightening tension and undermining peaceful participation in the electoral process. The NHRC specifically drew attention to divisive statements attributed to some Nigerians regarding the election in Osun State.  The commission urged all stakeholders to exercise restraint and promote messages that support peace, tolerance and democratic participation. The Commission is also calling on political actors, religious leaders, supporters and the media t...

 Commandant General NSCDC Audi In Osogbo Assesses Security Preparedness Ahead  Of Saturday's Osun Governorship Election The Commandant General of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Ahmed Abubakar Audi, has paid an official operational visit to Osun State to assess security preparedness and ensure seamless coordination ahead of the forthcoming election. In a statement signed by the NSCDC's Public Relations Officer, Assistant Commandant of Corps, Babawale Afolabi, indicated that during the visit, the CG met with the Chief Security Officer of the state, the Executive Governor of Osun State, Senator Ademola Adeleke He reaffirmed the Corps’ commitment to ensuring a peaceful, free, fair, and credible election, while working tirelessly to protect critical national assets and infrastructure, through close collaboration with sister security agencies. Governor Ademola Adeleke commended the CG for making the operational trip in person and lauded the NSCDC for its stead...

 Mali leader pardons French man sentenced over alleged destabilisation plot Mali President Assimi Goita has pardoned a French man who was sentenced in June to 20 years in prison for his alleged ​involvement in a plot to destabilize the country, ‌an official statement said on Thursday, Reuters reported. Yann Vezilier was accused by Mali of engaging in the plot last year on behalf of French intelligence services. The French foreign ministry has previously said Vezilier was carrying out a security cooperation mission and denied the accusations. The ​statement signed by Mali's government spokesperson said the pardon did ​not call into question the facts established by the conviction. It also said Vezilier will have to immediately leave the country.

Osun Election: God Has Annointed Gov Adeleke for Second Term But... – Primate Ayodele Ahead of Saturday’s governorship election in Osun State, the leader of INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, Primate Elijah Ayodele, has predicted victory for Governor Ademola Adeleke. Ayodele said Adeleke had been “anointed” by God to secure a second term in office, but warned that the governor’s victory could face challenges from the All Progressives Congress (APC) after the election. According to the cleric, the APC’s strategy would focus less on defeating Adeleke at the polls and more on challenging the outcome after voting. “In the Osun election, God has already anointed Ademola Adeleke to secure a second term in office. “He will win the election, but the APC are working towards the aftermath of the win. They will attempt to steal victory from Adeleke if he isn’t careful enough,” Ayodele said. He urged Adeleke to remain vigilant and strengthen his intelligence network to monitor developments before,...

 Karma Looms: Rita Edochie Confirms Court Showdown with Judy Austin Over N1 Billion Defamation Suit Nollywood veteran Rita Edochie has publicly affirmed her readiness to appear in court for the highly anticipated hearing of the N1 billion defamation lawsuit filed against her by fellow actress, Judy Austin. Defamation Claim Intensifies The legal saga intensified on Tuesday, July 11, when Judy Austin, widely known as the second wife of actor Yul Edochie, made headlines by sharing copies of court documents. These filings, submitted before an Abuja High Court, outline Austin's demand for a staggering N1 billion in damages from Mrs. Edochie, alleging defamation of character. The core of the dispute appears rooted in Rita Edochie's vocal criticisms regarding Austin's marriage to Yul Edochie, which has been a subject of intense public debate and scrutiny within Nigeria's entertainment sphere. Rita Edochie's Defiant Stance In a prompt and defiant reaction to the lawsuit thi...

 OPERATION FANSAN YAMMA LAUNCHES MAJOR OFFENSIVE TO CRUSH TERRORIST AND CRIMINAL NETWORKS IN THE NORTH WEST The Headquarters Theatre Command, Joint Task Force North West, Operation FANSAN YAMMA (JTF NW OPFY), has launched Operation CLEAN SWEEP IV, a simultaneous and deliberate offensive operation designed to intensify pressure on terrorist and armed criminal elements, disrupt their networks and prevent infiltration and expansion of terrorist activities across the North West. The operation brings coordinated ground and air actions to bear on identified threats across the North Western States, with the objective of degrading terrorist capabilities, disrupting their movements and logistics, and denying them the opportunity to establish footholds within Nigerian communities. The launch of Operation CLEAN SWEEP IV has already translated into intensified operational activities across the Theatre. In Katsina State, troops of Sector 2, on 12 August 2026, conducted a clearance operation aro...

EFCC Arraigns Lady Over  Alleged N42million Fraud in Lagos  The Lagos Zonal Directorate 1 of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC on Wednesday, August 12, 2026, arraigned one Chinwendu Fidelia Ohanebo before Justice M.A. Lawal of the Lagos State High Court sitting in Ikeja, Lagos, over an alleged N42,345,000 fraud.  Ohanebo was arraigned on a two-count charge bordering on obtaining under false pretences and stealing by conversion to the tune of N42,345,000 (Forty-Two Million, Three Hundred and Forty-Five Thousand Naira). The first count reads: “That you CHINWENDU FIDELIA OHANEBO sometime in 2025, in Lagos, within the jurisdiction of this Honourable Court, with the intent to defraud, obtained the sum of Forty Two Million Three Hundred and Forty Five Thousand Naira (N42,345,000.00) from one Musa Muhammed Jidda, under the false pretense for the supply of 45 liters of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) at the rate of N941 per liter and committed an offence of obtaining ...

 Sudan's RSF-Appointed Kordofan Governor Defects, Urges Fighters To 'Return To Homeland' Hamad Mohamed Hamed, who served as governor and presidential council member under the RSF-linked Tasis government, announced his defection during a live broadcast on Al Arabiya, Sputnik reported. He called on fighters to abandon the rebel paramilitary forces and "return to the embrace of the homeland." Hamed accused the RFS of fueling tribal and racial tensions, destroying cities, and killing civilians, describing conditions under their control as "heartbreaking." He urged the restoration of legitimate state institutions in Kordofan and Darfur.

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 ARTMA RAISES AWARENESS ON CENTRE LINE MARKINGS, WARNS AGAINST DANGEROUS OVERTAKING By MaryAnn Chukwuma The Anambra State Road Traffic Management Agency (ARTMA) has sensitised motorists on the meaning of centre line markings and warned against dangerous overtaking and indiscriminate crossing of road lines. The agency gave the advisory on Aug. 12 explaining that centre line markings were important road safety guides designed to regulate traffic and protect motorists and other road users. ARTMA said a single broken white line meant motorists could overtake or cross the line, provided the road ahead was clear and it was safe to do so. It explained that a single solid white line should not be crossed except where permitted and when necessary, while double solid white lines must not be crossed for overtaking. The agency further explained that motorists could encounter a combination of solid and broken white lines, noting that where the broken line was on the driver’s side, overtaking wa...

 GBOKO CHILD SAFETY CONCERNS: TRADITIONAL COUNCIL MEETS POLICE, DSS The Gboko Traditional Council in Benue State has met with the Police and Department of State Services (DSS) following reports of recent child theft incidents in the area. The engagement focused on security concerns, community vigilance and measures to strengthen the protection of children in Gboko. Residents are encouraged to remain vigilant and report suspicious activities to the appropriate security authorities while avoiding the spread of unverified information. UPDATED The Gboko Traditional Council in Benue State has met with the Nigeria Police Force and the Department of State Services (DSS) following reports of recent child theft incidents in Gboko. The meeting focused on the reported cases, growing concerns among residents and the need to strengthen security measures to protect children and prevent further incidents. The engagement is expected to provide an avenue for traditional authorities and security age...

 Jonas Brothers to headline halftime show at NFL’s first regular-season game in Australia  The Jonas Brothers are heading to Australia as the NFL prepares to play its first regular-season game in the country this fall. The pop group will headline the halftime show at the 2026 NFL Melbourne Game on Sept. 10 at Melbourne Cricket Ground, adding a major entertainment act to a historic event for the league. The San Francisco 49ers will face the Los Angeles Rams in the matchup, which is scheduled to air live on Netflix at 8:35 p.m. ET. The Jonas Brothers said they are excited to perform during the NFL’s first regular-season game in Australia and called the opportunity to play at Melbourne Cricket Ground in front of Australian fans an honor. The Melbourne performance will mark the first of seven halftime shows planned for the NFL’s 2026 International Games. The league plans to announce the remaining performers in the coming weeks. The NFL has increasingly expanded its international s...

Perez Hilton’s mother seeks temporary custody of his three children after hospitalization Perez Hilton’s mother is seeking temporary custody of his three children following the celebrity blogger’s hospitalization after a mental health crisis at his South Florida home last week. Court records in Miami-Dade County show that Hilton’s 48-year-old mother filed a petition for temporary custody of the children. The family’s attorney said the priority is protecting the children and providing them with stability as they cope with the events of the past week. “My main concern and objective, as well as the family’s, is to protect the children and make sure they are safe,” the attorney said in a statement. “We want them to have some sense of normalcy as they begin their journey of healing after the tragic events that occurred last week.” Hilton, whose legal name is Mario Lavandeira, was hospitalized after livestreaming what appeared to be an act of self-harm from his Westchester home on Aug. 4. Th...

 Hormuz shipping traffic nears three-month low as US-Iran deal remains uncertain Ship traffic through the Strait of Hormuz has fallen to nearly a three-month low as uncertainty grows over whether the United States and Iran can reach an agreement to fully reopen the critical oil shipping route. An average of about 13 vessels passed through the strait over the five days ending Tuesday, close to the lowest level recorded since May 12. The figure includes all types of commercial vessels, including cargo ships and oil tankers. Traffic is roughly 90% below the average of about 130 ships that crossed Hormuz each day before the United States and Israel launched attacks against Iran on Feb. 28. Despite the sharp decline in vessel traffic, Energy Secretary Chris Wright said oil shipments through the strait have averaged nearly 9 million barrels per day over the past week. Tankers have been using the waterway with assistance from the U.S. military. A single supertanker can transport roughly 2...

 Nollywood Actress Regina Chukwu Reacts After Being Denied Entry to Lateef and Mo Bimpe’s Triplets Thanksgiving On Wednesday, the Lagos social scene was abuzz as colleagues and loved ones gathered for the highly anticipated thanksgiving ceremony of Nollywood stars Lateef Adedimeji and Oyebade Adebimpe (Mo Bimpe) to celebrate their triplets. However, what was meant to be a seamless celebration has sparked conversations online after actress Regina Chukwu was reportedly turned away at the venue's entrance. Strict Security Protocols Bar Celebrity Guest The exclusive event, managed by popular event planner Omobolale Gold, was strictly by invitation. Prior to the ceremony, organizers had emphasized that guests would only be granted entry upon presenting an official access card or wearing the designated event dress code, known as Aso Ebi. Despite being a prominent and recognizable face in the Yoruba movie sector, Regina Chukwu apparently lacked the necessary access requirements on the day...

 ‘Tinubu Is Not the Problem’: Femi Kuti Blames Nigeria’s Weak Institutions for Systemic Crisis  Afrobeat legend Femi Kuti has weighed in on the ongoing socio-political challenges plaguing Nigeria, asserting that President Bola Tinubu is not the country's primary issue. Instead, the veteran musician pointed to deep-seated institutional corruption as the fundamental barrier to the nation's progress. Speaking during an episode of the Good News Naija podcast, Kuti argued that focusing solely on the presidency overlooks the systemic failures that allow controversial figures to ascend to power in the first place. The Role of a Compromised Judiciary According to Kuti, Nigeria's judicial system bears significant responsibility for the country's leadership deficits. He expressed that if the judiciary functioned with absolute integrity, President Tinubu would have been disqualified from contesting the 2023 presidential election due to the numerous controversies surrounding his pa...

 Khloe Kardashian’s ex claims he never had feelings for her: ‘I like your sister’ Former NBA player Rashad McCants recently reflected on his brief romance with Khloé Kardashian, claiming he never truly had feelings for her. The two dated from 2008 to 2009, and McCants shared his perspective during an appearance on the TFU Podcast.  He recalled that at the time, social media was just gaining traction, and his decision to mark his Facebook status as “It’s complicated” sparked questions from Khloé about the nature of their relationship. McCants explained that their connection was more of an arrangement than a genuine romance, suggesting that both had different motives for being together. He admitted to telling other women that he and Khloé weren’t seriously dating, despite being seen holding hands in public.  The situation eventually became overwhelming, leading him to step away, saying he was “cool” with ending things. Although their relationship lasted only seven months, M...

Paris Jackson Recalls First Meeting Her Mother Debbie Rowe After Reconnecting With Her at 15 Paris Jackson has recalled how she first met her mother, Debbie Rowe, after reconnecting with her as a teenager. Speaking on the Aug. 12 episode of Call Her Daddy, the 28-year-old said she first asked about her mother when she was around 10 or 11.  After being given Rowe’s name, she said she moved on without asking further questions. Paris said they eventually connected when she was about 15 and became closer toward the end of her teenage years. She described their first meeting as casual, recalling that she came downstairs to find Rowe with her grandmother. “I was just like, ‘Hey, Mom,’ and she was like, ‘Hi,’” Paris said. They then spent the day together. Looking back, Paris said she has learned to approach relationships without fixed expectations, saying this allows connections to develop naturally. Rowe, 67, was married to Michael Jackson from 1996 to 2000 and had two children with him,...

Nicole Kidman Reflects on Marriage to Tom Cruise, Says Falling in Love at 22 Felt ‘Completely Natural’ Nicole Kidman has described her marriage to Tom Cruise as a natural part of her life, reflecting on the relationship more than three decades after they first married. In a new British Vogue cover story, the Oscar winner, 59, said she was only 22 when she married Cruise, who was already a major movie star, but said the experience did not feel unusual to her at the time. “Suddenly I was 22, 23 years old and I had this huge movie star husband. But it just seemed completely natural. We just fell madly in love and it was that simple,” Kidman said. Kidman recalled being warned that marrying Cruise could affect her career, but said she was focused on their relationship rather than the potential impact on her work. The couple met while filming Days of Thunder in 1990 and married on Christmas Eve that year. They later starred together in Far and Away and Eyes Wide Shut and adopted two children...

Physical planning Ministry Demolishes Illegal Structures In Ogbunike, Enugwu Ukwu, Oraifite Communities  By Chukwuka Ugokwe The Anambra State Ministry of Physical Planning and Urban Development has demolished houses and structures erected Illegally in Osile, Ogbunike, Oyi Local Government Area. It also carried out demolitions to remove fences blocking access roads to residential homes in Avomimi, Enugwu Ukwu, Njikoka local government area and Ezumeri, Oraifite, Ekwusigo local government area. Officials of the Ministry accompanied by security operatives, stormed Ataoji Layout Ogbunike with bulldozer and pulled down illegal developments including buildings, shops and fences erected on government land. Principal Town Planning Officer, Mrs Ngozi Okwudili, who led the team, on Tuesday, August 11, said the exercise was part of continued efforts to reclaim the government land developed by land grabbers and illegal occupants. "That land was acquired by the state government for residential...

Kenneth Okonkwo Dismisses Claims He Begged Peter Obi for Rent African Democratic Congress (ADC) member Kenneth Okonkwo has dismissed allegations that he requested rent from Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) presidential candidate Peter Obi. Okonkwo made the rebuttal in an interview while reacting to claims by Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) member Katch Ononuju. The Nollywood actor-turned-politician said he had already built his own houses before entering active politics. “Before I entered active politics and came to Peter Obi, I had built all the houses that I needed. This is because I wanted to be an independent person with my own opinion,” Okonkwo stated. He added that his loyalty lies with Nigeria, its people, the Constitution, his conscience, and the commandments of God, rather than any political party or individual politician. “I made it clear from day one that my loyalty is to Nigeria, to Nigerian people and the Constitution, and my conscience and the commandment of God. I am not...

 Abductors of Anambra billionaire businessman, Jezco, demand N1.5bn ransom The abductors of Chief Sir Joseph Ezeokafor, Chairman of Jezco Group, have reportedly increased their ransom demand to N1.5 billion, according to a report by Arise TV. Ezeokafor, a septuagenarian businessman, was abducted in the early hours of Tuesday while travelling to a prayer ground for his annual spiritual rejuvenation. A source close to the family, who spoke on condition of anonymity, told Arise TV that the kidnappers initially demanded N700 million for his release. The family was prepared to negotiate payment in a bid to secure his freedom. However, the abductors subsequently raised the demand to N1.5 billion. The source added that communication between the kidnappers and the family has since broken down, despite the family’s willingness to continue negotiations. Attempts to re-establish contact have so far been unsuccessful, leaving relatives in a difficult position. Ezeokafor was said to have left h...

 WORLD BREASTFEEDING WEEK: HEALTH DISTRICT III URGES SUSTAINED SUPPORT FOR MOTHERS BEYOND CAMPAIGN The Lagos State Health District III has urged mothers, families, and healthcare workers to sustain efforts at promoting and supporting breastfeeding, as the 2026 World Breastfeeding Week comes to an end.  The Permanent Secretary, Health District III, Dr. Monsurat Adeleke, made this known in a statement issued to commemorate the end of the 2026 World Breastfeeding Week, noting that while the annual campaign provides an opportunity to raise awareness, the commitment to breastfeeding should continue throughout the year. According to her, breastfeeding is more than a one-week campaign; it is a lifelong investment in the health, nutrition and development of every child and also remains one of the most effective ways to improve child survival and maternal health. "Every mother deserves the support, information and enabling environment to initiate breastfeeding within the first few hour...

 LASODA, ASSOCIATION OF LAWYERS WITH DISABILITIES EXPLORE PARTNERSHIP TO ADVANCE INCLUSION  The Lagos State Office for Disability Affairs (LASODA) and the Association of Lawyers with Disabilities have expressed their readiness to collaborate on initiatives aimed at strengthening advocacy, accessibility and the rights of Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) in Lagos State. The commitment was made during a courtesy visit by the Association, led by its President, Tosan Ene, Esq., to the General Manager of LASODA, Mrs. Adenike Oyetunde-Lawal, at the Agency recently. Speaking during the visit, the President said the Association was at LASODA to explore areas of partnership that would contribute to advancing the rights and inclusion of persons with Disabilities in the state. He noted that the proposed collaboration would particularly focus on advocacy and accessibility, leveraging the expertise of both organisations to address barriers affecting the effective participation of persons wi...

 IGP DISU MOVES TO STRENGTHEN SECURITY RESPONSE FOLLOWING SAKABA ATTACK The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, psc(+), NPM, has directed strengthened security measures and intensified operational efforts following the terrorist attack along the Rafin Makuku axis of Sakaba Local Government Area of Kebbi State, which resulted in the death of ten police officers and other innocent citizens. In furtherance of this directive, the IGP, on Tuesday, 11th August 2026, deployed a delegation led by the Deputy Inspector-General of Police, DIG Umar Shehu Nadada, to Kebbi State to engage with the Executive Governor and relevant stakeholders on the security situation and reinforce ongoing efforts to prevent further attacks, protect vulnerable communities, and restore lasting peace in the affected areas. During the engagement, the delegation conveyed the IGP’s deep concern over the loss of the officers and civilians and reaffirmed the commitment of the Nigeria Police Force to e...