Iranian officials have urged United Nations member states to reject American sanctions and resist increased US naval oversight of vital global oil transit corridors. Tehran is simultaneously accelerating domestic production initiatives to counteract Western economic coercion.
Communities in Ondo and Ogun states are protesting against alleged land grabbing and encroachment. Residents are demanding action to protect their land rights.
Nigerian President Bola Tinubu has approved new road contracts totaling N372 billion, including projects in Adamawa and Osun states. These approvals aim to boost infrastructure development and improve road networks across the country.
Panamanian former minister, lawyer, and diplomat Jaime Alemán, 72, has achieved a unique travel record, becoming the first person to visit all 193 UN member states, both polar regions, and outer space.
Thirty-two people have been killed and 26 injured in three separate road crashes across Kwara, Kogi, and Ogun states, with the Federal Road Safety Corps blaming speeding as a primary cause. The incidents highlight ongoing concerns about road safety.
Police forces in Edo and the Lagos-Ogun axis have successfully rescued multiple kidnap victims. In Edo, 11 victims were freed, while Lagos-Ogun police killed four kidnappers and rescued five victims during 'Operation Kósàyè'.
Firearms manufacturers Ruger and Rideout Arsenal are among the latest companies to move their operations to Republican-led states, continuing a trend of gunmakers leaving Democrat-run states.
Nigeria has been ranked third worldwide, after Egypt and Ethiopia, among countries where female genital mutilation (FGM) is still widely practiced, with Ekiti and Osun states recording some of the highest prevalence rates.
Ahead of upcoming gubernatorial elections in Ekiti and Osun states, Nigerian officials are urging the public and media to combat the spread of fake news. Governor-elect Biodun Oyebanji of Ekiti warned opposition parties against disseminating false information, while the Osun REC called on the media for assistance.
The Department of Justice under Trump has filed lawsuits against four Democratic-run states for allegedly denying undercover license plates for federal agents.
Nigeria's Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced the suspension of voter registration in Ekiti and Osun states in preparation for upcoming gubernatorial elections.
The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has released call-up letters for its 2026 Batch ‘A’ Stream II prospective corps members. Concurrently, the NYSC announced a change in the orientation dates specifically for Enugu and Osun states.
Former Lebanese President Michel Aoun has stated that negotiation remains the only viable solution, though the specific context of his remarks was not detailed.
The UN states that 'change is still possible' for Afghan women, denouncing a Taliban decree that allows corporal punishment and makes justice inaccessible to victims. The conflict with Pakistan has displaced 64,000 people, half of whom are women and children.
Professor Cristian Păun states that Romania's high deficit and public debt are severely pressuring the national budget, estimating that annual interest payments alone cost the equivalent of 1,000 km of highway construction.
Lebanese President Aoun has informed the Quint group that the ban on Hezbollah's military activities is an 'irreversible' decision, signaling a firm stance on the group's future role.
Israel's far-right Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich has vowed to displace more Palestinians from the occupied territories.
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Lebanese President Joseph Aoun announced that negotiations with Israel are progressing but emphasized that a complete Israeli withdrawal from Lebanese territory remains a top priority.
Four people died and five were injured in separate road accidents in Lagos and Ogun states, Nigeria, on Wednesday. The crashes were attributed to route violations and excessive speeding.
A UN inquiry is urging Israel to immediately release Hussam Abu Safiye, the director of a Gaza hospital, who has been held since December 2024. The UN states that his life is in danger and calls for his prompt release.
Poor waste management has led to significant refuse accumulation on roads and drainage systems across Ondo, Oyo, Ekiti, and Ogun states in Nigeria, posing serious public health concerns. Authorities emphasize the need for behavioral change to address the issue.
Police commands in Lagos and Ogun states conducted raids in forests, rescuing five kidnap victims and arresting 88 suspects. During the operations, four kidnappers were neutralized.
Rite Foods is promoting environmental education, tree-planting, and recycling initiatives in schools across Lagos and Ogun states to foster sustainability and climate action.
Thousands of candidates in Oyo, Lagos, and Osun states were forced to write night exams due to the late arrival of WAEC materials, raising concerns about safety and fairness.
Protests have erupted in Nigeria's Oyo and Ogun states following the abduction of teachers and students, with the Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT) beginning a nationwide rally. The demonstrations call for increased security and an end to school kidnappings.
The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) has identified 15 local government areas in Lagos and 19 in Ogun as flood-risk zones, urging residents to prepare for the rainy season.
The Federal Government of Nigeria has completed and handed over new Veterinary Primary Health Centres in Lagos and Ogun states, aiming to improve livestock healthcare delivery.
Police forces in Oyo, Osun, Lagos, and Ogun states in Nigeria have committed to providing security for the upcoming UTME examinations, while youths in Kogi state have raised concerns.
Nigeria's ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) has extended the tenure of its caretaker committees in Ekiti and Osun states, a decision ratified by the national convention to ensure administrative continuity.
A legal group aligned with Donald Trump has called on Jim Jordan to investigate a 'nationwide pattern' of alleged 'lawfare' by Democrat-run states, claiming frivolous lawsuits are being filed to obstruct the president's agenda.
Two prominent People’s Democratic Party (PDP) figures, Prince Adelaja Adeoye and Otunba Segun Showunmi, have declared their intentions to contest the 2027 gubernatorial elections in Lagos and Ogun States, challenging the ruling APC.
Humaiun has stated that there is no urgency regarding the Bangladeshi Prime Minister's visit to India, emphasizing that national interest will be prioritized.
No fewer than 315 Nigerians, who were abducted by terrorists and kidnappers, have been rescued in separate operations across Kwara, Niger, and Ogun states within a 24-hour period.
The United Nations has attributed the decline in global fertility rates primarily to economic hardship, rather than feminism. The UN states that economic challenges are preventing young people from starting families.
Security forces have launched 'Operation Kosaye,' a joint offensive targeting kidnappers operating in the forests of Lagos and Ogun states, leading to arrests and the rescue of victims.
An Ondo monarch has called on the National Boundary Commission to intervene and resolve the Eba Island dispute between Ondo and Ogun states in Nigeria. The monarch also cautioned investors regarding land purchases in the area.
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) chairman promised credible and secure governorship elections in Ekiti and Osun states. These elections are intended to serve as a benchmark for the credibility of the 2027 general elections.
The British Government announced it will deploy election observers for the upcoming governorship elections in Nigeria's Ekiti and Osun States to ensure credible and peaceful polls.
The sharp rise in gasoline prices, attributed to the Iran war, has led to bipartisan calls for reducing US gas taxes, with several Republican-run states declaring gas-tax holidays and Democratic senators introducing similar proposals.
An APC group has issued a warning against fielding weak governorship candidates for the 2027 elections in Oyo, Lagos, and Ogun states, emphasizing the need for integrity and grassroots appeal.
The UN states that migratory animals face a higher risk of extinction. An upcoming UN event in Brazil from March 23-29 will discuss coordinated global actions for wildlife conservation, focusing on migratory routes.
The Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company (IBEDC) aims to increase its electricity supply by 200MW through the rehabilitation of dormant hydro plants located in Oyo and Osun states.