The Ekiti State Executive Council has approved a 50 per cent subsidy on tractorisation services for farmers as part of measures to enhance agricultural productivity in the 2026 planting season. The Commissioner for Agriculture and Food Security, Ebenezer Boluwade, disclosed this in a statement issued in Ado-Ekiti, noting that the subsidy covers ploughing, harrowing and […]
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Livestock ministry inaugurates technical group to curb bovine pleuropneumia disease
The Federal Ministry of Livestock Development has inaugurated the Technical Working Group to strategise on the fight against Contagious Bovine Pleuro-Pneumonia (CBPP). The Technical Working Group was inaugurated by the Minister of Federal Ministry Livestock Development, Dr Idi Mukhtar Maiha, in Abuja. According to the minister, Contagious Bovine Pleuropneumonia remains endemic in Nigeria and continues […]
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Farmers urged to make use of climate prediction for higher yields
The Federal Government has urged farmers to leverage the 2026 Seasonal Climate Prediction to boost productivity and reduce risks linked to climate variability across Nigeria, especially vulnerable agricultural communities nationwide. According to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), the Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Sen. Abubakar Kyari, made the call on Monday during a […]
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Ogun Assembly confirms SIEC members nominees
By Elizabeth Babawale The Ogun State House of Assembly has confirmed the nominees forwarded by Governor Dapo Abiodun for appointment into the State Independent Electoral Commission (SIEC), affirming their eligibility to assume office in line with legislative procedures. The confirmation followed the passage of a resolution titled: H.R. NO.165/OG/2026 – Confirmation of the nominees of […]
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Residents applaud ongoing road projects in Ado-Ekiti, seek wider coverage
Residents of Ado-Ekiti, the Ekiti State capital, have commended the state government for ongoing road development projects aimed at improving infrastructure and easing transportation. Some residents, who spoke with newsmen during an inspection tour of projects in Odo-Ado area, expressed satisfaction with the pace and quality of work. The Abodi of Ado-Ekiti, Chief Adedipe Olusola, […]
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FG, stakeholders move to revive palm oil sector, target $500m import savings
The Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security, in collaboration with Mass Industrial Development and Logistics Limited and other key stakeholders in the palm oil sub-sector, has launched a renewed push to revitalise Nigeria’s palm oil industry through strategic partnerships with states and private investors. The initiative, unveiled at a national Stakeholders’ meeting on the […]
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Ogun Speaker warns against dumping of refuse on road medians
By Ifeoluwa Adeyeye The Speaker, Ogun State House of Assembly, Honourable Oludaisi Elemide, has warned residents across the state, particularly those living on Idi-Aba road in Abeokuta, to desist from indiscriminate dumping of refuse on road medians, stressing that offenders will be arrested and prosecuted. Elemide issued the warning during plenary, where he condemned the […]
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Rotary Club celebrates 14th anniversary with outreach to vulnerable in Ibadan
The Rotary Club of Ibadan Jericho Metro has marked its 14th anniversary with a humanitarian outreach aimed at supporting vulnerable members of the public through the distribution of essential items. The outreach, carried out in partnership with Kingdom Alive Outreach Ministries and Cornerstone Orphanage, featured the donation of household goods, clothing, food items, shoes, bags […]
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Yewa North distributes 30,000 cash crop seedlings to farmers
In a bid to boost agricultural productivity and enhance food security, Yewa North Local Government Area has commenced the second phase distribution of 30,000 free cash crop seedlings to more than 1000 farmers. The seedlings, comprising over 12,000 cashew, 9,000 cocoa and 9,000 Oil palm, were distributed during a flag-off at Adokun Royal Field, Igan-Okoto, […]
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Police Rescue All Otukpo Kidnap Victims, Arrest Seven Suspects
Operatives of the Nigeria Police Force have rescued all passengers abducted during the recent Otukpo kidnapping incident involving a Benue Links bus, bringing the total number of recovered victims to 18.
The victims were kidnapped on April 15, 2026, along the Otukpo axis in Otukpo. Police said the breakthrough followed coordinated clearance operations by the Benue State Police Command across the Amla Forest corridor and surrounding areas.
According to authorities, the final batch of 13 victims among them eight students travelling to sit for the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination were rescued safely. All victims have since undergone medical checks and are reported to be in stable condition. They are expected to reunite with their families after routine debriefing.
During the operation, police arrested seven suspects, three of whom have been identified as members of the kidnapping syndicate. Investigations are ongoing to track down other accomplices and dismantle the wider criminal network behind the attack.
Reacting to the development, the Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Rilwan Disu, praised officers for their professionalism and bravery.
He also ordered intensified security operations across the Otukpo axis to prevent further incidents and ensure the safety of residents.
The police leadership reaffirmed its commitment to protecting lives and property nationwide, urging Nigerians to continue providing timely and credible information to support ongoing security efforts.
Police Rescue All Otukpo Kidnap Victims, Arrest Seven Suspects is first published on The Whistler Newspaper