Breaking News from Nigerian Evening Newspapers and Evening News Thursday 30th July 2026
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target=_blank>NMA: One doctor attends to 7,500 residents in Ogun
The Nigerian Medical Association (NMA) has raised concern over the shortage of medical doctors in Ogun State, revealing that there is currently just one doctor for about 7,500 residents. Speaking at a press conference in Abeokuta on Thursday to herald the association’s 2026 Annual General Meeting and Scientific Conference, the State Chairman of NMA, Dr.
target=_blank>Flood submerges highway in Ondo
A torrential rainfall that swept across several parts of Ondo State on Wednesday submerged a section of the Lagos–Ore–Benin Expressway in Odigbo Local Government Area, displaced residents, and destroyed properties worth millions of naira. The flooding, triggered by hours of continuous rainfall, overwhelmed major roads and communities, leaving motorists stranded and causing heavy traffic congestion
target=_blank>Northern govs mourn Abubakar Alhaji
The Northern Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NNGF) has expressed grief over the demise of former Nigerian High Commissioner to the United Kingdom, Alhaji Abubakar Alhaji (Sardaunan Sokoto), who passed away Thursday in Abuja. In a condolence message, the Chairman of the Forum and Governor of Gombe State, Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, described the late Alhaji Alhaji as an
target=_blank>Gov Lawal reinstates suspended Gusau poly rector
By Abdullahi Abdulrahaman Chakwa Gusau The Zamfara State Government has reinstated Dr. Surajo Abdullahi Shinkafi as the substantive Rector of Abdu Gusau Polytechnic, Talata Mafara, with immediate effect. The decision, approved by Governor Dauda Lawal, followed what the government described as a careful review of the circumstances that led to the rector’s suspension. In a
target=_blank>Tinubu dissolves committee on privatisation of FG properties
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the immediate dissolution of the Presidential Implementation Committee (PIC) on the Alienation of Federal Government Properties. The President also directed that all matters relating to the activities of the committee be coordinated by the Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi (HAGF). The PIC was
target=_blank>Suspected bandits abduct five students in Ogun
There was panic on Thursday after five students of Gateway ICT Polytechnic, Saapade (GAPOSA), Ogun State, were reportedly abducted by suspected bandits. Daily Trust learnt that the incident occurred at about 8 p.m. on Wednesday when the attackers invaded a private student hostel along Paraga Road, Ipara-Remo, one of the communities adjoining the polytechnic. Our
target=_blank>UniJos suspends lectures over rising insecurity
The management of the University of Jos has suspended lectures and summoned students to an emergency meeting over rising security concerns and recent incidents within and around the institution. The management said academic activities would remain suspended during the period to ensure full participation in the meeting. The development comes amid heightened security concerns within
target=_blank>Resident doctors threaten indefinite strike
The Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) has issued a fresh nationwide strike notice, warning that its members will embark on an indefinite industrial action from 8:00 a.m. on August 10 if the Federal Government fails to address longstanding demands relating to unpaid arrears, welfare and poor working conditions. The decision was reached at the
target=_blank>INEC rejects routine military deployment during elections
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) on Thursday rejected the routine deployment of troops of the armed forces during elections, saying the Force should remain exceptional. The electoral body specifically said the deployment of the military should arise only where prevailing security conditions require armed forces’ support in aid of the civil authorities. The Chairman
target=_blank>Bayelsa: Patients stranded as doctors shut down hospital over assault on colleague
Patients were forced to leave the Federal Medical Centre (FMC), Yenagoa, in droves on Thursday after doctors embarked on an indefinite strike following the alleged assault of one of their colleagues by security personnel. Daily Trust gathered that the problem started after a patient reportedly died while receiving treatment at the hospital. The death of
target=_blank>‘We’re mobilizing all resources’ – Sanchez reacts as migrants from Morocco flood Spanish city
The Prime Minister of Spain, Pedro Sanchez, has reacted after migrants from Morocco and other parts of North Africa entered the Spanish city of Ceuta. Sanchez, in a statement on his X account on Thursday, said his administration is fully committed to providing an immediate response to the situation. He noted that the Spanish government
‘We’re mobilizing all resources’ – Sanchez reacts as migrants from Morocco flood Spanish city
target=_blank>‘I had complicated major surgery’ – Ayra Starr breaks silence over disappearance online
Nigerian Afrobeat songstress Ayra Starr has revealed that she is currently recovering from a complicated major surgery. She made the disclosure on Thursday evening while addressing her fans over her disappearance from social media. DAILY POST reports that Ayra Starr was last seen online one week ago before returning to social media on Wednesday. However, explaining why she
‘I had complicated major surgery’ – Ayra Starr breaks silence over disappearance online
target=_blank>Court jails five over money laundering, illegal forex trading
The Federal High Court sitting in Lagos has convicted and sentenced one Sunmonu Olasunkanmi Thaoban to four years’ imprisonment for money laundering. The Lagos Zonal Directorate 1 of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, arraigned Sunmonu on a two-count charge bordering on money laundering. Meanwhile, the defendant pleaded guilty to both count charges. After
Court jails five over money laundering, illegal forex trading
target=_blank>Peter Okoye finally reveals what led to the “P-Square” breakup
Nigerian singer and songwriter Peter Okoye, popularly known as Mr P, has opened up about the events that led to the fallout between him and his twin brother, Paul Okoye, also known as Rudeboy. Peter addressed the long-standing controversy in a video shared on his Instagram page on Thursday, where he explained his side of the story and
Peter Okoye finally reveals what led to the “P-Square” breakup
target=_blank>Transfer: Mourinho tells Real Madrid next player to buy
Real Madrid manager, Jose Mourinho, has asked the club to dip into the summer market for a striker. According to AS, Mourinho wants a proper number 9 in his squad ahead of next season. On Thursday, Madrid concluded the sale of Gonzalo Garcia to Fulham. Garcia cost the Premier League side €40 million, with Madrid
Transfer: Mourinho tells Real Madrid next player to buy
target=_blank>Oyo abduction: ‘Why we refused to pay ransom’ – Tinubu
President Bola Tinubu has revealed why the Federal Government refused to pay ransom for the abducted schoolchildren and teachers in Oriile Local Government Area of Oyo State. Speaking during his meeting with Oba Rashidi Ladoja, the Olubadan of Ibadan at the Presidential Villa in Abuja, Tinubu said they know the geography of the forest. DAILY
Oyo abduction: ‘Why we refused to pay ransom’ – Tinubu
target=_blank>NUJ urges Otu’s administration to offset outstanding gratuities of senior citizens
The Nigeria Union of Journalists, NUJ, has called on the administration of Governor Bassey Otu of Cross River State to endeavour to offset all outstanding gratuities due to civil servants who left service several years ago and have not been paid their gratuities. It would be recalled that, soon after assuming office in 2023, Gov.
NUJ urges Otu’s administration to offset outstanding gratuities of senior citizens
target=_blank>ADC raises alarm over alleged politicisation of INEC, Police
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has accused the Federal Government of allowing key institutions, including the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and the Nigeria Police Force, to become involved in partisan politics ahead of the 2027 general elections. In a statement on Thursday, the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi, expressed concern over reports that
ADC raises alarm over alleged politicisation of INEC, Police
target=_blank>Nigerian Army trains engineers to combat rising bomb threats
The Nigerian Army has commenced a training programme in Kaduna to enhance the skills of its engineers in tackling the growing threat posed by Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) during security operations. The seminar, organised by the 41 Engineer Brigade of the 1 Division Nigerian Army, was held as part of activities marking the graduation of
Nigerian Army trains engineers to combat rising bomb threats
target=_blank>NPFL: Niger Tornadoes bolster squad with three new players
Niger Tornadoes have fortified their squad with three new signings for the 2026-27 season, DAILY POST reports. The new arrivals are Olalusi Michael, Zakka John and Musa Abdulafeez. Olalusi and Zakka joined the Minna club from Sunshine Stars, while Abdulafeez was signed from Kwara United. DAILY POST recalls that Niger Tornadoes earlier announced the arrival
NPFL: Niger Tornadoes bolster squad with three new players
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