21/08/2026
MAJOR STORIES SHAPING THE NATION TODAY 🇳🇬 Good Morning Nigeria!
Thursday (21/08/2026) -
1. Tinubu Receives Adeleke, Five Days After Osun Governor Secures Second Term
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Thursday received Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, at the State House in Abuja, just five days after the governor emerged victorious in a keenly contested governorship election. Adeleke arrived at about 5:20 pm and proceeded directly to the President’s office for a closed-door meeting.
2. Wike Tackles Atiku Over Fuel Subsidy Position
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Nyesom Wike, has criticised former Vice President Atiku Abubakar over his position on fuel subsidy. Wike described Atiku’s economic proposals as inconsistent, particularly his changing positions on subsidy and his recent criticism of the Federal Government’s economic policies.
3. 83 Nigerians Return From South Africa Amid Xenophobic Concerns
Another 83 Nigerians have voluntarily returned home from South Africa following reported xenophobic attacks, bringing the number repatriated under the ongoing voluntary return exercise to about 1,573. The development was confirmed by the spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Kimiebi Ebienfa.
4. Sokoto Boat Tragedy Claims 52 Lives, Including 11 Family Members
At least 52 bodies, including those of 11 members of the same family, have been buried following a tragic boat accident in Gorau, Goronyo Local Government Area of Sokoto State. The boat was carrying farmers and workers to their rice farms when it capsized at about 8:30 am on Wednesday.
5. EFCC, ICPC Probe N12bn NFF Intervention Fund
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, and the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission, ICPC, are investigating the utilisation of N12 billion released by the Federal Government to the Nigeria Football Federation, NFF. The funds were meant to settle outstanding players’ wages, bonuses and other national team obligations.
6. Lagos Police Detain Six Over Viral Road Harassment Video
The Lagos State Police Command has detained six suspects following a viral video showing alleged miscreants harassing motorists. Police spokesperson SP Abimbola Adebisi confirmed the development while reacting to footage in which the suspects allegedly attempted to damage a vehicle’s side mirror.
7. Tinubu’s Media Aide Knocks Atiku Over Promise to Restore Fuel Subsidy
Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Media and Public Communication, Sunday Dare, has described Atiku Abubakar’s promise to restore petrol subsidy if elected in 2027 as deceptive and potentially harmful to Nigeria’s economic recovery. Dare made the remarks in response to Atiku’s recent declaration.
8. NDLEA Opposes Bail for 10 Suspects in Ogun M**h Lab Case
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, NDLEA, has opposed the bail application of 10 defendants arrested during a raid on an alleged clandestine methamphetamine laboratory in a forest in Ogun State. The agency alleged that the suspects belong to an organised network involved in the production and trafficking of methamphetamine.
9. Jibrin: Tinubu Has Rewarded Kano With Over 40 Key Federal Appointments
Member representing Kiru/Bebeji Federal Constituency of Kano State, Abdulmumin Jibrin, has praised President Bola Tinubu’s administration, saying the President has performed excellently and rewarded Kano State with more than 40 key political appointments. He said the appointments demonstrate Tinubu’s commitment to the state.
10. Troops Rescue 10 Abducted Victims Across Sokoto, Kebbi, Zamfara
Troops of the Joint Task Force North West, Operation FANSAN YAMMA, have rescued at least 10 abducted persons during separate operations across Sokoto, Kebbi and Zamfara states. The Media Information Officer of the Joint Task Force, Lieutenant Colonel Aliyu Danja, disclosed the development in a statement.
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