Wednesday, 5 August 2026
13 stories published
- Investigations
EFCC Explains Why It Froze Osun State Government Accounts Over Alleged N11bn Fund Diversion
The EFCC says it froze the Osun State Government's bank accounts after allegedly detecting suspicious transfers linked to an ongoing investigation into the handling of about ₦11 billion in public funds.
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- Kwara News
Netizens Urge AbdulRazaq to Extend Vehicle Donations Beyond Ilorin Emirate
Netizens have called on Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq to extend his recent donation of official vehicles beyond the Ilorin Emirate, urging the state government to ensure similar support reaches religious and traditional institutions across Kwara North and Kwara South.
By Olusegun Ajileye 58
- Kwara News
Gov AbdulRazaq Donates Four Vehicles to Ilorin Chief Imam, Council of Ulamas
Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq has donated four vehicles, including a brand-new Toyota Prado, to the Chief Imam of Ilorin and the Council of Ulamas, days after presenting vehicles to the Kwara State chapter of CAN.
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- Kwara News
Kwara government confirms release of 176 abducted Kaiama community residents
All 176 victims taken from Woro and Nuku communities in February have been freed, Kwara State officials confirmed.
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- Kwara News
Kwara Police Begin Immediate Statewide Enforcement of Traffic Laws
The Kwara State Police Command has commenced immediate enforcement of traffic laws across the state, with the Police Public Relations Officer urging motorists and other road users to comply with regulations to improve road safety.
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- Kwara News
Kwara Firefighters Contain Residential Fire in Ilorin, Prevent Major Damage
The Kwara State Fire Service has contained a residential fire at Elemosho Villa in Ilorin, preventing the blaze from spreading to other apartments. Preliminary investigations identified a power surge as the cause of the incident, with residents urged to adopt proper electrical safety measures.
By Olusegun Ajileye 40
- Sports
British boxer Raven Chapman undergoes emergency brain surgery after Denmark collapse
The British featherweight fighter was placed in intensive care after falling ill during a training session.
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- Business
Nigerians Spend N1.41 Trillion on Beverage Drinks in Six Months
Financial statements from major brewing firms reveal high spending on beer, malt, and spirits despite national inflation.
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- Metro
Lagos Governor Inducts 150 Firefighter and Open Oworonshoki Station
Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu inducts 150 new firefighters and opens the Oworonshoki Fire Station to strengthen Lagos emergency services.
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- World
Russian Ballistic Missile Attack Hits Kyiv, Killing At Least One
At least one casualty reported as early morning explosions strike Ukraine's capital city.
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- Crime & Security
Bandit attack leaves 21 dead and 37 abducted in Sokoto
Suspected terrorists invaded Tsamaye community in Sabon Birni Local Government Area of Sokoto State, leaving several dead and dozens missing.
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- World
Bolivia deploys troops to Brazil border over rising gang violence
More than 200 military and police officers have been stationed along the frontier to combat cross-border criminal groups.
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- Economy
Naira drops to N1,420 per dollar in parallel market
The local currency depreciates by N12 in the informal foreign exchange market within 24 hours, according to market reports.
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