The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) in Oyo has instructed churches in the state to halt late-night activities and secure their premises to enhance safety. This directive was announced in a communique released in Ibadan, signed by Oyo CAN Chairman Elisha Ogundiya and Secretary Samuel.

Nigeria's Revenue Mobilisation Allocation and Fiscal Commission (RMAFC) has begun engagements with key stakeholders in the oil and gas sector, according to Tribune Online. The initiative, led by the Chairman of the Commission's Investment Monitoring Committee alongside a Federal Commissioner, aims to attract increased investment into the industry and boost revenue flowing into the Federation Account. The outreach forms part of broader efforts by the commission to strengthen earnings from Nigeria's vital petroleum sector.

The Nigerian government is increasing its efforts to address oil theft by focusing on youth engagement and community development initiatives, with the goal of securing oil infrastructure. This strategy aims to involve local communities in protecting resources and reducing illegal activities associated with oil theft.

West African Exploration and Production Company (WAEP), an upstream oil firm majority owned by Nigerian businessman Aliko Dangote, has contracted three jack-up rigs to begin developing oil assets estimated at 1.6 billion barrels. According to ThisDay Live, the move marks a significant step in the company's upstream expansion plans in Nigeria. Further details on the drilling timeline and specific field locations were not fully provided in the report.

The Oyo State Police Command has arrested and paraded five suspects in relation to the discovery of firearms and other suspicious items at a property linked to Surajudeen Adio, also known as Suri Ilupeju, a former member of the Park Management System (PMS). The suspects were presented at the Police Command Headquarters in Eleyele, Ibadan, as the investigation into the alleged arms cache continues.

The Nigerian Navy says it has dismantled an illegal recruitment and training scheme operating outside recognised legal frameworks in Essien Udim Local Government Area of Akwa Ibom State. According to The Tide, 12 people were arrested, including six suspected organisers, five recruits or trainees, and one cadet of the Merchant Seaman Academy. The operation was conducted in August, with authorities acting to halt the unauthorised exercise and take the suspects into custody for further investigation.