Kwara Group Petitions INEC Over Alleged Early Campaign Activities by APC

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Kwara Group Petitions INEC Over Alleged Early Campaign Activities by APC

The Kwara Transparency and Accountability Initiative (KTAI) has petitioned the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) over what it described as alleged premature and sustained campaign activities by the Kwara State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) ahead of the 2027 general elections. The petition, dated August 10, 2026 and addressed to the Chairman of…

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NERC Dissolves Kaduna Electric Board Over N456.5bn Debt, Appoints Interim Management

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NERC Dissolves Kaduna Electric Board Over N456.5bn Debt, Appoints Interim Management

The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) has dissolved the board of Kaduna Electricity Distribution Plc (KAEDC) following what it described as severe financial and operational challenges confronting the electricity distribution company. The regulatory action is contained in Interim Order No. NERC/2026/086, issued pursuant to Sections 75–79 of the Electricity Act 2023. The order takes effect…

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Dortmund Stun Arsenal 3-2 to Lift Emirates Cup in Thrilling Emirates Clash

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Dortmund Stun Arsenal 3-2 to Lift Emirates Cup in Thrilling Emirates Clash

Borussia Dortmund defeated Arsenal 3-2 at the Emirates Stadium on Sunday to win the 2026 Emirates Cup, leaving the Premier League champions still waiting to claim the pre-season trophy. The result also handed Mikel Arteta’s side consecutive defeats in their latest preparations for the new campaign. Dortmund made the brighter start and took the lead…

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FG Reopens N50,000 SMEDAN Grant for Small Businesses: Eligibility and How to Apply

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FG Reopens N50,000 SMEDAN Grant for Small Businesses: Eligibility and How to Apply

The Federal Government has reopened applications for its ₦50,000 Conditional Grant Scheme (CGS), giving eligible nano and micro business owners another opportunity to access financial support through the Small and Medium Enterprises Development Agency of Nigeria (SMEDAN). The scheme is designed to provide direct financial assistance to small businesses that often face difficulties accessing conventional…

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Tragedy at Lagos Law School Hostel as 23-Year-Old Student Dies, Police Begin Investigation

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Tragedy at Lagos Law School Hostel as 23-Year-Old Student Dies, Police Begin Investigation

The Lagos State Police Command has commenced an investigation into the death of a 23-year-old student of the Nigerian Law School, identified as Alayande Faith Ajoke, at the institution’s hostel in Victoria Island, Lagos. The incident occurred in the early hours of Friday, August 7, 2026, with the student reportedly found unresponsive within the hostel…

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Osun 2026: NSCDC Deploys 10,210 Personnel, Tactical Units for Governorship Election

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Osun 2026: NSCDC Deploys 10,210 Personnel, Tactical Units for Governorship Election

The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has deployed 10,210 personnel and specialised tactical units to Osun State ahead of Saturday’s governorship election, in a major security reinforcement aimed at ensuring a peaceful and credible poll. The deployment, which commenced on Monday, August 10, is part of the Corps’ comprehensive security arrangements for the…

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Kwara PDP Dissolves All Caucuses, Begins Fresh Reorganisation Ahead of 2027

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Kwara PDP Dissolves All Caucuses, Begins Fresh Reorganisation Ahead of 2027

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Kwara State has dissolved all party caucuses across the state’s 16 Local Government Areas, with immediate effect, as the party begins a major reorganisation ahead of the 2027 general elections. The decision was announced in a statement issued on Sunday, August 9, 2026, by the party’s State Publicity Secretary,…

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13 Woro Kidnap Victims Still Missing After 163 Are Rescued in Kwara

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13 Woro Kidnap Victims Still Missing After 163 Are Rescued in Kwara

A major security operation that led to the rescue of 163 residents abducted from Woro community in Kaiama Local Government Area of Kwara State has been overshadowed by concerns over 13 people who remain unaccounted for. The National Chairman of the Kaiama Development Association (KDA), Yakubu Salihu, disclosed that 176 women and children were originally…

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Davido Warns Tinubu Over Osun Election, Threatens to Take Dispute to Trump

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Davido Warns Tinubu Over Osun Election, Threatens to Take Dispute to Trump

Afrobeats superstar David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has warned that he will seek international attention if anything goes wrong during the forthcoming Osun State governorship election, with United States President Donald Trump specifically mentioned as a possible point of escalation. Davido made the remarks as political tension continues to build ahead of the August…

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Kwara Police Order Immediate Statewide Traffic Law Enforcement

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Kwara Police Order Immediate Statewide Traffic Law Enforcement

The Kwara State Police Command has ordered the immediate and strict enforcement of existing traffic laws and regulations across the state, following a directive from the Inspector-General of Police. The directive was issued by the Commissioner of Police, CP Ojo Adekimi, amid concerns over what the Command described as increasing disregard for traffic regulations and…

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