Here is a recap of the major stories making headlines this evening.

DSS Director-General Oluwatosin Ajayi has directed operatives not to arrest people over civil matters as part of reforms aimed at strengthening respect for the rule of law.

Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara has signed the N1.84tn 2026 Appropriation Bill into law after the state House of Assembly approved it with adjustments.

A viral post mocking graduate Felix Nwachikerendu has triggered a N14m support fund after Nigerians learnt about the hardship he endured to complete his university education.

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