IG Raises Alarm Over Illicit Arms Flow to South-West Nigeria
Inspector General Tunji Disu has warned of growing security threats due to the movement of illicit arms from Northern Nigeria to the South-West region.
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Inspector General Tunji Disu has warned of growing security threats due to the movement of illicit arms from Northern Nigeria to the South-West region.
Fears of abductions have caused panic in schools and communities across the South-West region of Nigeria.

Leaders in Nigeria's South-West region have raised concerns and issued a warning against any attempts to subvert democracy in the country, particularly looking ahead to the 2027 elections.
Pensioners in South-West Nigeria are decrying severe hardship and demanding the payment of unpaid gratuities, some outstanding for up to 15 years, threatening legal action if their demands are not met.

Retired Heads of Service and Permanent Secretaries from Nigeria's South-West region have called for constitutional reforms to strengthen regional governance, viewing it as a practical solution to the nation's developmental and security challenges.
A group is advocating for South-West Nigerian states to collaborate more effectively in preventing and responding to gender-based violence (GBV), aiming to bridge existing gaps in current efforts.
Stakeholders in South-West Nigeria are calling for a collaborative framework to address rapid urban growth, population surge, and infrastructure challenges in the region. They emphasize the need for joint efforts to manage development effectively.

FoodCo, a leading retailer and supermarket chain in South-West Nigeria, has announced its 2026 Easter Savings Campaign, offering extensive discounts to customers.
South-West Nigeria and the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) have signed a five-year partnership aimed at accelerating digital economy transformation, innovation, and inclusive growth across the region.

Factions within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Nigeria's South-West chapter are bickering following remarks made by former Ekiti State Governor Ayodele Fayose about Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde.

This article provides an overview of the Yoruba, one of Nigeria’s largest ethnic groups, detailing their primary locations in South-West Nigeria and the diaspora. It explores their cultural significance and presence across various states.