Public affairs analyst Paschal Oluchukwu has called on Igbo elites in Ebonyi State to avoid politicizing cultural traditions. His statement, made on Saturday, follows recent instances where elites, particularly from Ezza, used the Okeaku New Yam Festival to convey political messages. Oluchukwu cautioned against this trend, emphasizing the importance of preserving the cultural significance of such traditions.

The Benue State Government has condemned a communal clash between residents of Kaambe Council Ward in Guma Local Government Area and Mbachaverikondo Council Ward in Tarka Local Government Area. According to a statement by Commissioner for Information and Orientation Chief Solomon Iorpev, the government deployed troops to the area and expressed gratitude that no lives were lost, while calling for lasting peace between the communities.

Filmmaker Sunny Okonkwo has commented on the viral debate sparked by YCee's "Olodo Uprising," which addresses Nigeria's cultural tendency to prioritize ignorance over education. He highlights that this phenomenon reflects broader societal issues and economic challenges facing the country, according to Legit.ng.

Oyo State Commissioner of Police Abimbola Olugbenga has warned political leaders and their supporters against making inflammatory statements that could trigger violence during the electioneering period. He issued the caution on Tuesday, September 8, at a symposium on peaceful electoral conduct in Oyo State themed “Beyond Political Rhetoric,” urging politicians not to turn electoral contests into warfare, according to Tribune Online.

The Okpella Traditional Council in Etsako East Local Government Area of Edo State, Nigeria, has called on residents and the public to maintain peace and ignore what it described as recurring misleading narratives about the Okuokpellagbe traditional stool. In a statement to journalists, the council dismissed claims attributed to Akemokue and stressed that the community should focus on unity, development, and stability.

The Oyo chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has formed a reconciliation committee to resolve grievances arising from recent party primaries. This initiative is intended to foster unity within the party as it prepares for the upcoming 2027 general elections in the state, according to Punch.