Bayelsa State Police Commissioner, Ajao Adewale, has mandated tricycle operators to display approved Ministry of Transport identification numbers on their vehicles. This is to prevent criminals from disguising themselves as genuine riders. Operators are also reminded to adhere to speed limits and road safety regulations.

UNICEF and Sokoto State Government are launching a massive polio vaccination drive targeting over one million children. Efforts are intensified to combat the disease despite challenges posed by insecurity and limited community access.

President Bola Tinubu has blamed political opponents for Nigeria's hunger and poverty, vowing to eradicate them. He spoke at an APC rally in Kaduna, also praising governors and assuring regular salary payments.

Kaduna Governor Uba Sani and APC campaign DG Abdulaziz Yari predict northern Nigerians will repay President Tinubu with votes in 2027, citing significant interventions in infrastructure, security, and agriculture. The Abuja-Kaduna-Kano Expressway reconstruction was highlighted as a key project.

Arsenal defeated Everton 2-0, drawing level on 21 points with Manchester City at the Premier League summit. Goals from Ezri Konsa and Gabriel Magalhaes secured the victory.

Kaduna Governor Uba Sani says President Bola Tinubu has fulfilled key promises to the state, including the reconstruction of the Kaduna-Birnin Gwari road and improved security. He also noted the reopening of schools and healthcare facilities.

Shoprite Nigeria is launching standalone neighbourhood stores as part of its revival strategy following financial difficulties. Three outlets have reopened, with a new focus on smaller, community-based locations.

Ex-Defence Minister Badaru Abubakar hailed a massive turnout at President Tinubu's campaign flag-off in Kaduna, noting that mobilisation efforts exceeded targets and demonstrated strong commitment from supporters.

Ogun monarch, Oba Lawrence Adebajo, has recalled the devastating toll of polio in the 1960s, urging sustained vaccination efforts. He shared personal experiences of the disease impacting his family and community, stressing the need for continued grassroots mobilisation to eradicate polio.

Fulham defeated Coventry City 1-0 in the Premier League with Oscar Bobb scoring the decisive goal in the 80th minute. This marks Fulham's second consecutive league win.

1,220 teachers disengaged in Kwara State in 2019 are appealing to Governor AbdulRazaq for reinstatement. They were employed in January 2019 and are now seeking reconsideration of their plight after earlier assurances.

Nigerian troops rescued over 70 abductees and recovered N10 million in suspected ransom in a week. Several terrorists were also arrested in operations across the country.

Nigeria aims to cut malaria deaths by 50% by 2030, despite ongoing challenges in mosquito net use and testing. New data shows a decline in prevalence among children, but efforts must intensify.

Como beat Sassuolo 2-0 in Serie A, moving to fourth place after their Champions League victory against Manchester United. Anastasios Douvikas scored both goals.

APC National Chairman Nentawe Yilwatda has endorsed President Bola Tinubu for a second term, citing the need to consolidate reforms and boost prosperity. He expressed confidence in Tinubu's leadership at the APC presidential campaign flag-off in Kaduna.

Action Alliance presidential candidate Adekunle Omoaje has launched his 2027 campaign, pledging to end poverty and revive Nigeria's economy. His agenda includes job creation, poverty reduction, and fighting corruption.

A custom $550,000 Rolls-Royce commissioned by late Zimbabwean businessman Wicknell Chivayo has arrived in Harare weeks after his death. The luxury vehicle was in transit when Chivayo and his wife died in a helicopter crash. The car was delivered on Friday, about three weeks after their burial.

APC presents flags to seven North-West governorship candidates, all incumbent governors, at President Tinubu's re-election campaign flag-off in Kaduna. This marks the official start of the campaign for Tinubu's second term.

President Tinubu has tasked the West African College of Physicians with finding solutions to the 'japa' syndrome, the migration of doctors from Nigeria and other West African nations. The college is dedicating a session at its golden jubilee meeting to discuss retention strategies.

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