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DSS Re-Arrests Miyetti Allah Leader Bello Bodejo After EFCC Bail Release

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Abuja, August 28, 2026 — Operatives of the Department of State Services (DSS) on Friday re-arrested the National President of Miyetti Allah Kautal Hore, Bello Bodejo, shortly after he was released from the custody of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). Bodejo had perfected the conditions of his ₦2 billion bail granted by a Federal High Court in Abuja on July 20. He was first arraigned by the EFCC on July 9 on multi-count charges bordering on alleged money laundering involving about $2.63 million. He pleaded not guilty to the charges. According to his wife, Hajiya Hauwa Bodejo, DSS operatives had been stationed at the entrance of the EFCC headquarters for several hours. As the family was leaving the premises after his release, the operatives rushed toward him and whisked him away in three vans. Hauwa expressed shock and concern over the re-arrest, noting that her husband’s health had deteriorated during nearly three months in detention and that his personal doctor ha...
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Urgent Intervention Begins on Benin-Sapele-Warri and Benin-Agbor Roads

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Benin City, Edo State — August 2026 The Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), Federal Ministry of Works, Edo State Government and other stakeholders have commenced an urgent intervention to fix failed sections of the critical Benin-Sapele-Warri and Benin-Agbor roads. The move follows growing hardship faced by commuters, residents and businesses due to the deteriorating condition of the highways, which have caused gridlock and disrupted economic activities. During a joint inspection, Minister of Works David Umahi stated that the intervention was directed by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to deliver immediate and sustainable solutions along the vital corridors. NDDC Managing Director Samuel Ogbuku disclosed that the Commission has scoped a 15.4-kilometre stretch between Benin, Ologbo Junction and Sapele. He described the route as strategic to the region’s economy and confirmed that the NDDC and the Ministry of Works would collaborate to ensure remedial works conform to the original ...
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Tinubu Hails Governors’ Move to Cut Transport Costs with CNG

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Abuja, August 27, 2026 — President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has expressed satisfaction with the Nigeria Governors’ Forum’s decision to take immediate steps aimed at reducing transportation costs across the states, with a strong emphasis on Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) and electric vehicles. In a statement shared on his official Instagram page on Thursday, the President noted that the governors resolved on their own initiative to leverage the cost benefits of CNG to bring down transport fares for citizens. “I am pleased with my discussion with the Governors’ Forum this afternoon,” President Tinubu said. “The Governors have, on their own initiative, resolved to take immediate measures to bring down the cost of transportation in their states, with a strong focus on leveraging the cost benefits of CNG and electric vehicles.” He highlighted the Federal Government’s ongoing investments in the energy transition. Through the Presidential CNG Initiative, over 120,000 vehicles have already been conv...
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Road Infrastructure Gains Momentum in Bayelsa as Residents Hail Progress

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Yenagoa, Bayelsa State — August 2026 Fresh images circulating on social media have spotlighted ongoing and completed road projects across Bayelsa State, drawing praise for improved connectivity under the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. A recent post by the Renewed Hope platform highlighted newly paved and dualised roads in the state, with the caption simply reading: “This is Bayelsa State. Thank you best Nigeria President ever.” The visuals appear to showcase smooth asphalt stretches and upgraded corridors that residents say have eased movement in previously difficult areas. These developments build on the major projects commissioned during President Tinubu’s working visit to Bayelsa in April 2026. Key among them were: • The dualised New Yenagoa City Road One, linking the airport corridor to the fast-developing new city centre • The 630-metre Angiama–Oporoma Bridge across the River Nun, connecting Southern Ijaw Local Government Area to the mainland • Sections ...
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Court Orders NDLEA to Produce Influencer KC Luxury After 14 Days in Custody

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YourCity News | August 27, 2026 A Federal High Court in Lagos has ordered the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) to produce detained social media influencer and businessman Afolabi Kazeem Michael, popularly known as “KC Luxury,” following claims that he has spent 14 days in custody without being formally charged. Justice Friday Ogazi issued the order on Thursday after an ex parte application filed by the influencer through his counsel, A. Labi-Lawal, SAN, under the Fundamental Rights (Enforcement Procedure) Rules 2009. According to the application, Michael was arrested by NDLEA operatives on August 13, 2026, at Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Lagos while preparing to travel to Paris. His father, Eric Afolabi, who deposed to the supporting affidavit, alleged that his son has remained in custody since the arrest without being informed of any specific offence or charged before a competent court. The court directed the NDLEA to be served with the motion and related p...
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36 Governors Move to Cut Transportation and Food Costs

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Abuja, August 27, 2026 — The 36 state governors under the Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF) have resolved to expand the use of Compressed Natural Gas (CNG)-powered vehicles as a key strategy to reduce transportation costs and ease the rising prices of food and other goods across the country. The decision was reached on Wednesday night during the third meeting of the NGF held at the Forum’s Secretariat in Abuja. In a communiqué signed by NGF Chairman and Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, the governors pledged to explore financing options and deepen collaboration with private investors to accelerate vehicle conversions to CNG and expand the necessary infrastructure nationwide. The resolution followed a presentation on the proposed National Affordable CNG Transit Programme (NACTP), a state-driven initiative designed to pass on the lower operating costs of CNG to commuters through reduced transport fares. The programme envisages state support for vehicle conversions, CNG-powered...
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Ofada Ward Youth Leader Declares Support for Tinubu-Shettima Re-Election in 2027

YourCity News – Obedjakpora Mudiaga Richard, Youth Leader of Ofada Ward in Obafemi Owode Local Government Area, Ogun State, has publicly declared his full support for the re-election of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Vice President Senator Kashim Shettima in the 2027 general elections. In an Instagram reel posted under the account chiefmudiagarichard, Richard stated: “As the Youth Leader of Ofada Ward, Obafemi Owode Local Government, I hereby declare my full and unwavering support for the re-election of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and his Vice, Senator Kashim Shettima, GCON, in the 2027 general elections.” He affirmed solidarity with the All Progressives Congress (APC) and its progressive vision, joining supporters including the Coalition of APC Grassroots Women Leaders in committing to the continuity of the Renewed Hope Agenda. Richard highlighted that under the current administration, Nigeria is on a path of sustainable development, youth empowerment, and national progress. He sa...
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