Nigerian News: Morning Headlines – 12 September 2026

Abiodun Says Governors, Not Tinubu, Should Explain Subsidy Fund Usage

Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, has said state governors, rather than President Bola Tinubu, should be held responsible for explaining how funds accruing from the removal of the petrol subsidy are being spent.

He argued that the subsidy removal increased allocations to state governments, putting governors in a better position to account for the additional revenue.

Cleric Stabbed After Friday Prayers In Sokoto

Tension gripped Sokoto metropolis on Friday after an Islamic cleric, Malam Musa Lukwa, was stabbed shortly after leading Juma’at prayers at his mosque in the Mabera area.

The cleric was allegedly attacked twice in the neck by a young man who was among the worshippers.

FG Assures Safety As Federal Unity Colleges Reopen Monday

The Federal Government has assured students, parents and guardians of their safety as it announced the nationwide reopening of all federal unity colleges on Monday, September 14, 2026.

The Federal Ministry of Education said arrangements had been made for a safe and seamless resumption.

Lagos Police Summon Officers Over Viral Assault Video

The Lagos State Police Command has summoned officers who allegedly assaulted a man, Olugbenga Adeleke, after a video of his complaint went viral on Friday.

Command spokesperson Abimbola Adebisi said the DPO of Ebenezer Police Station, Alagbado/Ojokoro, had been directed to produce the officers on Monday.

PRP Defends Bauchi Guber Candidate Against Banditry Allegations

The Peoples Redemption Party has dismissed allegations linking its Bauchi State governorship candidate, Senator Shehu Buba, to banditry and kidnapping as falsehood meant to damage his prospects.

The party challenged accusers to present evidence to appropriate authorities instead of spreading claims online.

Man Arrested In Kaduna Over Girlfriend’s Killing

The Kaduna State Police Command has arrested Manaseh Jatau over the killing of his girlfriend, Rebecca Jeremiah, 35, following a dispute over a phone call from another woman.

Jeremiah’s body was found along Mai Angwa Street, Romi, Kaduna, around 7am on September 5, 2026.

Ogun Police Arrest Three Women Over Child-Stealing Syndicate

Detectives attached to the Ibafo Division of the Ogun State Police Command have arrested three women suspected of belonging to a child-stealing syndicate.

Spokesperson Oluseyi Babaseyi identified them as Kikelomo Jimoh, Kayode Elizabeth and Blessing Anochike, adding that three rescued children were linked to the case.

National Assembly Suspends Parliamentary Ties With South Africa Over Xenophobia

The National Assembly leadership has announced the immediate suspension of parliamentary relations with South Africa over recent xenophobic attacks on Nigerians.

It condemned continuing reports of violence, intimidation and hostility against Nigerians and other Africans in the country.

Niger Govt Warns Of Rising Water Levels Along Kaduna River Basin

The Niger State Government has warned residents along the Kaduna River Basin of possible rising water levels following sustained inflows into the Shiroro Reservoir.

It said a controlled release from the dam may become necessary this September for safety reasons.

Air Force Neutralises 18 Terrorists In Borno Airstrikes

The Air Component of Operation HADIN KAI has neutralised more than 18 terrorists and destroyed logistics hubs at Tumbunma Baba, Borno State.

Acting Military Information Officer, Capt. Mohammed Goni, disclosed this in a Friday statement.