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APC wins all three Lagos council seats in by-elections
The All Progressives Congress won all three councillorship by-elections in Lagos, with candidates achieving significant vote margins over their rivals.
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Kaduna plans to treat 1 million kids for snail fever
The Kaduna State Ministry of Health is preparing to treat over one million children for snail fever. The campaign targets school-aged kids who lack access to treatment.
Politics
Labour Party Candidate Rejects Nasarawa Election Results
Labaran Maku, the Labour Party candidate, has rejected the Nasarawa North by-election results, citing widespread irregularities and calling for a cancellation.
Metro
Lagos Closes Oshodi Market After Attack on Sanitation Workers
The Lagos State Government has closed the Oshodi Resettlement Market after traders attacked sanitation officials during an enforcement operation. The reopening date is not yet announced.
Politics
Ortom Calls Out Alia, Promises to Reveal Mismanagement in Benue
Former Benue governor Samuel Ortom criticizes his successor Hyacinth Alia, promising to expose alleged mismanagement and calling for unity in the state.
Metro
Ebola cases top 1,000 with 254 deaths, says WHO
The Ebola outbreak has surpassed 1000 confirmed cases with 254 deaths in DRC and Uganda. WHO emphasizes the need for more healthcare support.
Metro
Police arrest robbery and cult gangs in Lagos, seize weapons
The Lagos State Police Command has made progress against robbery and cult activities, arresting suspects and seizing weapons. Several operations led to significant recoveries.
Politics
APC and Adeleke’s Team Argue Over Killing of Osun Teen
The APC and Adeleke's campaign team are in conflict over the shooting death of a teenager in Ilobu, raising questions about political motives and police actions.
Politics
Three lawmakers join NDC in Edo Assembly
The NDC gains momentum in Edo Assembly as three lawmakers switch from APC and PDP. The new members are proposed for key minority positions.
Metro
Woman calls for justice after being attacked in Aba
Amarachi Kalu is demanding justice after being attacked by Agwu Ukpo in Aba. The police have arrested the suspect following the incident.
Politics
Peter Obi speaks out against Sowore's prison remand
Peter Obi has condemned the remand of Omoyele Sowore, stating it threatens democracy and the freedom of expression in Nigeria. He warns against using the judiciary to silence dissent.
Metro
Police nab four suspects for stealing telecom solar equipment in Oyo
Four suspects have been arrested by the Oyo State Police for vandalizing telecom equipment worth ₦8 million. The suspects were caught during a stop-and-search operation.