Edo State Deputy Governor Dennis Idahosa has urged youths to reject cultism, drug abuse and other social vices, calling on them to embrace education, discipline, entrepreneurship and positive values to support Edo’s development.
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NDDC Reaffirms Commitment to Women’s Empowerment, Gender Equality at IWD 2026!
NDDC has reaffirmed its commitment to women’s empowerment and gender equality during International Women’s Day 2026, unveiling capacity-building programmes, agricultural investment opportunities and entrepreneurship initiatives across the Niger Delta.
Board Warns Job Applicants Against Fake Recruitment Update, Urges Public to Rely on Official Channels!
The CDCFIB has warned Nigerians to ignore a fake recruitment update claiming application status checks will begin on August 3, urging applicants to rely only on official announcements.
Terrorism: Ex-Edo AG, Legal Experts Back Full Jail Terms for Convicts, Seek End to Executive Clemency!
Former Edo Attorney General and other legal experts have called for constitutional amendments requiring terrorism convicts in Nigeria to serve their full prison sentences without executive clemency, arguing the move would strengthen justice and national security.
Rainy Season: Lagos Residents Battle Floods, Traffic Gridlock, Rising Transport Costs!
Persistent rainfall in Lagos has intensified flooding, traffic congestion, and transport costs, leaving residents and businesses struggling while experts call for improved drainage infrastructure and long-term climate resilience.
๐ข๐๐๐ถ, ๐๐ฏ๐ถ๐ฎ ๐ฃ๐ผ๐น๐ถ๐ฐ๐ฒ ๐๐ฎ๐ถ๐น ๐๐ผ๐ฟ๐บ๐ฒ๐ฟ ๐๐ผ๐บ๐บ๐ถ๐๐๐ถ๐ผ๐ป๐ฒ๐ฟ ๐๐ฎ๐ป๐น๐ฎ๐ฑ๐ถ ๐๐๐ฎ ๐ข๐ป ๐ฃ๐ฟ๐ผ๐บ๐ผ๐๐ถ๐ผ๐ป ๐๐ผ ๐๐๐!
Governor Alex Otti and the Abia State Police Command have congratulated former Commissioner of Police Danladi Isa on his promotion to Assistant Inspector General of Police, praising his contributions to peace, security, and professional policing.
Afternoon Recap: APC Backs Obasanjo Against Atiku, Juju Icon St. Janet Dies, Other Top Stories!
Catch up on today’s biggest headlines with Weng Global’s afternoon recap featuring APC backing Obasanjo against Atiku, the death of juju legend St. Janet, OPEC+ oil production increase, security updates, and more.
Anambra security outfit dislodges gunmenโs camps, recovers rocket launchers in major offensive!
Anambra’s Agunechemba Security Squad dismantles suspected gunmen’s camps in Orumba South, recovering rocket launchers, GPMGs, and other sophisticated weapons in a major security operation.
Suspected Cable Vandal Electrocuted While Attempting to Cut High-Tension Line in Jigawa!
A suspected cable vandal was electrocuted while allegedly attempting to cut a high-tension electricity cable in Jigawa State. Police have confirmed the incident and renewed warnings against vandalism of critical infrastructure.
Real Estate Association Blames Unregulated Developers for Fraud, Building Collapses!
Nigeria’s real estate association has blamed unregulated developers for rising property fraud and building collapses, calling for stronger regulations to protect homebuyers, improve construction standards, and restore confidence in the housing sector.
๐๐๐๐ก ๐ฑ๐ฒ๐ป๐ถ๐ฒ๐ ๐ณ๐ถ๐ฟ๐ฒ ๐ฎ๐ ๐๐ฎ๐ด๐ผ๐ ๐ฎ๐ถ๐ฟ๐ฝ๐ผ๐ฟ๐, ๐๐ฎ๐๐ ๐๐บ๐ผ๐ธ๐ฒ ๐ฐ๐ฎ๐บ๐ฒ ๐ณ๐ฟ๐ผ๐บ ๐ณ๐ถ๐ฟ๐ฒ ๐๐๐ฝ๐ฝ๐ฟ๐ฒ๐๐๐ถ๐ผ๐ป ๐๐๐๐๐ฒ๐บ!
FAAN has clarified that there was no fire outbreak at Lagos’ Murtala Muhammed International Airport Terminal 2, explaining that smoke originated from the activation of the terminal’s fire suppression system before normal operations resumed.
Police Conduct Shooting Drill in Jigawa, Urge Residents to Remain Calm!
Jigawa State Police Command has urged residents of Tsohon Gari to remain calm during a routine shooting drill at the CP AT Abdullahi Shooting Range, describing the exercise as part of efforts to enhance officers’ operational readiness.
Tinubu Aide Criticises Cardinal Onaiyekan Over Post-Meeting Remarks, Defends President’s Engagement With Catholic Bishops!
Presidential aide Temitope Ajayi has criticised Cardinal John Onaiyekan for commenting publicly on a private meeting between President Bola Tinubu and the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Nigeria, defending the administration’s economic and security policies while reigniting debate over church-state engagement.
Enugu Police Arraign Suspected Vehicle Battery Theft Suspect After Rescuing Him From Mob Justice!
Enugu Police have arraigned suspected vehicle battery thief Oshim Daniel after rescuing him from a mob. Read Wengglobal’s detailed report on the case, police response, the dangers of jungle justice, and the broader implications for law enforcement and due process in Nigeria.
Benue APC Chairman Visits Attack-Hit Communities, Calls for Peace and Stronger Security Cooperation in Benue South!
Benue APC Chairman Benjamin Omale visits attack-hit communities in Benue South, urging peace, unity, and cooperation with security agencies as stakeholders seek lasting solutions to the state’s persistent insecurity.