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INEC Chairman Issues 2027 Election Warning Over AI, BVAS and Funding

INEC says it is preparing to audit its electoral technology and may conduct a mock presidential election as it tackles funding concerns and AI-powered disinformation ahead of 2027.

NiMet Issues 3-Day Weather Alert, Predicts Rain and Thunderstorms Across Nigeria

NiMet has warned that strong winds may precede thunderstorms and advised Nigerians to take precautions as rainfall is forecast across several areas.

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August 31, 2026

Ogun Correctional Officers Intercept Suspected ‘Colos’ Concealed in Milo Sachet

Correctional officers in Ogun have intercepted a substance suspected to be “colos” allegedly concealed in a Milo sachet during routine screening at a custodial centre in Abeokuta.

200,505 Personal Pension Accounts Unfunded as PenCom Reveals 91.4% Gap

PenCom says 200,505 out of 219,316 registered Personal Pension Plan accounts remained unfunded as of the first quarter of 2026.

Masai Russell Shatters Tobi Amusan’s 100m Hurdles World Record in Zurich

Masai Russell has broken Tobi Amusan’s women’s 100m hurdles world record after running 12.09 seconds at the Zurich Diamond League.

Nigeria’s Cash Transfer Programme Reaches 10m Households, FG Says

The Federal Government says it has spent more than ₦600 billion on cash transfers to vulnerable Nigerians, reaching slightly more than 10 million households over three years.

Accepting Transport Money From Men You Don’t Plan to Meet Could Land You in Jail — Rivers Police

Rivers State police have warned the public to be cautious when accepting money from strangers, particularly where the individuals involved have never met physically.