Breaking News in Nigeria Today Sunday 23rd August 2026
Here are some of the Breaking News in Nigeria Today Sunday 23rd August 2026 on some of the nation newspapers .
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target=_blank>2027: Tinubu’s Campaign Council Self-Serving – GMN
A group which calls itself Grassroots Mobilisation Network (GMN) has said Nigerians should reject President Bola Tinubu and the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the 2027 general elections, describing the recently constituted campaign council as self-serving. The group, in a statement by its National Secretary, Peter Okoye, said no meaningful change would come from an…
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target=_blank>Bauchi Police Celebrates Youth Day With Peace Walk, Tree Planting
The Bauchi State Police Command has used the 2026 International Youth Day celebration to promote peace, inclusion, environmental awareness and stronger community relations among young people in the state. The three-day activities culminated in a Peace Walkathon and Sports Fiesta at the Abubakar Tafawa Balewa Stadium, Bauchi, bringing together youths, police personnel, persons with disabilities,…
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target=_blank>Man Dies During Theft Investigation, Three Vigilantes Arrested
Three members of a vigilante group have been arrested by the Bauchi State Police Command, following the death of a 39-year-old man in their custody. The deceased, identified as Abdulrazak Ibrahim, died at the vigilante office in the Bakin Kura area of Bauchi Local Government Area while being questioned over a theft complaint. The Police…
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target=_blank>APC PCC: Tinubu Rehabilitating Corrupt Politicians – ADC
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has said the inclusion of former Humanitarian Affairs Minister, Betta Edu, and former NSITF Chairman, Ngozi Olejeme, who are facing corruption charges, into the All Progressives Congress (APC) 2027 Presidential Campaign Council showed that President Bola Tinubu is rehabilitating individuals carrying unresolved questions of corruption and public accountability. ADC, in…
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target=_blank>Aniagwu To Omo-Agege: Oborevwori Isn’t Your Opponent, Stop Manufacturing Crisis
Delta State Commissioner for Works (Rural Roads) and Public Information, Mr Charles Aniagwu, has dismissed allegations by the Delta Central senatorial candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Senator Ovie Omo-Agege, that Governor Sheriff Oborevwori was plotting to eliminate him, describing the claim as an attempt to create tension and attract media attention. Aniagwu, who…
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target=_blank>Ododo Hails Adetayo Foundation, Unveils Fresh Support For Okeagi School
Kogi State Governor, Alhaji Ahmed Usman Ododo, has commended the Henry Adetayo Foundation for its landmark intervention at the Local Government Secondary School, Okeagi, describing the newly remodelled school as a significant investment in the future of the community and a shining example of service to humanity. The Governor, who was represented by the Commissioner…
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target=_blank>Nigerian Scientist Ajao Taiwo Honoured For Contributions To Drug Devt, Laboratory Medicine
The Bridge of Excellence Award goes to scientists whose work stands up to scrutiny at the highest levels in the field. Its 2025 edition went to a Nigerian. Ajao Ebenezer Taiwo, a clinical research and bioanalytical scientist, received the award on 4 April 2025 for scientific leadership, research excellence and innovation, and for his contributions…
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target=_blank>NSCDC: Disrupting Illicit Financial Flows’ll Make Criminality Less Attractive
The Commander of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) Mining Marshals, ACC John Onoja, has called for urgent action against illicit financial flow (IFF), saying a disruption of the network will address illegal mining and other acts of criminality in the country. Onoja, who made this submission while receiving members of the Defence…
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target=_blank>Tinubu Calls Victoria Gowon Woman Of substance At 80
President Bola Tinubu has extended heartfelt congratulations to Dr Victoria Hansatu Gowon, wife of former Head of State, General Yakubu Gowon, on her 80th birthday, describing her as a woman whose life has been defined by grace, compassion, and selfless service. According to a press release issued by his spokesman, Bayo Onanuga, President Tinubu extolled…
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target=_blank>Ex-Edo Senator, Alimikhena, Installed Okumagbe Of Uwanno Kingdom
A former two-term senator, Francis Alimikhena, was on Saturday coronated as the Okumagbe of Uwanno Kingdom in Etsako East Local Government Area of Edo State. Senator Alimikhena, who served in the Nigerian Army before joining politics, represented Edo North Senatorial District in the National Assembly, before taking up his new role as the traditional ruler…
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