Nigeria News Digest: August 31, 2025

On August 31, 2025, the APC secured 20 of 23 local government seats in Rivers State while high‑profile legal cases, including Peter Obi’s court appearance and a US immigration arrest, drew attention. A severe flood in Nasarawa damaged over 300 farms.

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Agriculture

North-east governors warned of potential food shortages by 2026, urging federal subsidies for farmers amid rising agricultural input costs and damaged infrastructure.

- thecable.ng

Floods in Nasarawa State killed one person and destroyed over 300 farmlands, with authorities urging compliance with weather advisories to prevent further losses.

- dailypost.ng