Urgent.News

One page, thousands of outlets. See who else covered it.

Editions

World

Lagos govt declares Thursday public holiday for Ìṣẹ̀ṣe Day

Lagos State Government has declared Thursday, August 20, 2026, a work-free day to enable residents and visitors to participate in this year’s Ìṣẹ̀ṣe Day celebrations. The state government expects more than three million people to take part in activities marking the annual celebration, which promotes Yoruba traditional religion, culture and indigenous heritage. The Special Adviser […] Lagos govt…

Lagos govt declares Thursday public holiday for Ìṣẹ̀ṣe Day

We haven't written up this one. Daily Post Nigeria has the full story — the link below goes straight to it.

Read the original at dailypost.ng →

More in World

Liberia: Liberia Agrees to Receive 1,200 U.S. Deportees

[Liberian Observer] EDITOR'S NOTE: The following is the full text of a statement issued by the Government of Liberia announcing an arrangement with the United States to receive up to 1,200…

  • Liberia agrees to receive up to 1,200 U.S. deportees.
  • First batch of 20 persons to arrive on August 20, 2026.
  • Arrangement aims for dignified, safe, and timely transfer.

More from Wednesday 19 August →