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Kano Hisbah Destroys 1600 Bottles of Beer
Kano Hisbah Board has seized 1,600 bottles of alcohol during a raid in Panshekara. Officials…
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Over 300 Displaced as Gunmen Attack Seven Plateau Communities
Gunmen have attacked seven villages in Plateau’s Qua’an Pan LGA, displacing over 300 residents and…
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Tinubu Pledges More Military Hardware, Considers State Police for Katsina Security
President Bola Tinubu has pledged stronger security in Katsina with new hardware, surveillance tools, and…
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Northern Elders Forum Demands State of Emergency Over Escalating Insecurity
The Northern Elders Forum has urged President Bola Tinubu to declare a state of emergency…
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Zamfara Residents Defy Bandits, Rescue Abducted Victims in Daring Operation
Residents of Bimasa in Zamfara bravely confronted armed bandits, rescuing kidnapped neighbors and killing some…
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NAF Airstrikes Kill 15 Terrorists in Sambisa Hideout
The Nigerian Air Force says at least 15 terrorists were killed in a Sambisa Forest…
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Shettima Pushes for 50% Reduction in Road Accident Deaths by 2030
Vice President Kashim Shettima has called for urgent action to halve Nigeria’s road crash deaths…
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NSCDC Arrests Man for Allegedly Defrauding Woman of ₦1.8m in Kano
NSCDC in Kano has arrested 28-year-old Salisu Abdu Adam for allegedly defrauding a married woman…
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Sanwo-Olu: Lagos Blue Line Records Over 5 Million Passengers in Two Years
Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu says Lagos Blue Line trains have transported over five million passengers safely…
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NECA: States Have No Excuse to Pay Below New Minimum Wage
The Nigeria Employers’ Consultative Association says states have no excuse to pay below ₦70,000 minimum…
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Tinubu Insists State Police Needed to Tackle Security Crisis
President Bola Tinubu says creating state police is vital to tackling Nigeria’s worsening insecurity. He…
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Tinubu Reinstates Dembos as NTA DG, Reverses Earlier Appointments
President Bola Tinubu has reinstated Salihu Dembos as NTA Director-General and Ayo Adewuyi as Executive…
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Court Strikes Down 15-Year Mandatory Service Rule in Nigerian Armed Forces
The National Industrial Court has voided a 15-year mandatory service rule for Nigerian Armed Forces…
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Tinubu Declares End to Borrowing, Says Nigeria Has Met Revenue Mobilization Target
President Bola Tinubu says Nigeria has exceeded revenue targets and will reduce reliance on borrowing.…
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Shettima Reaffirms Tinubu’s Commitment to Peace and Security in Gulf of Guinea
Vice President Kashim Shettima has reaffirmed Nigeria’s commitment to peace and security in the Gulf…
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FG Declares Friday, September 5, Public Holiday for Eid-ul-Mawlid
The Federal Government has declared Friday a public holiday for Eid-ul-Mawlid celebrations nationwide. Muslims are…
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INEC Records Over 2.5 Million Online Pre-Registrations in Ongoing CVR
INEC says over 2.5 million Nigerians have completed online pre-registration in the ongoing voter registration.…
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Anambra Police Arrest Four Suspected Kidnappers, Recover Weapons
Anambra Police have arrested four suspected kidnappers and armed robbers during an operation in Awkuzu.…
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One Dead, Two Injured in Ikorodu Road Accident
A bus and truck crash on Ikorodu Road killed one passenger and injured two others.…
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Democracy Watch Initiative Faults El-Rufai Over Tension in Kaduna
The Democracy Watch Initiative has accused ex-Kaduna governor Nasir El-Rufai of making divisive remarks. The…
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Gov. Alia Reinstates Three Suspended Officials After Assembly Resolution
Benue Governor Hyacinth Alia has reinstated three suspended public officials following a legislative directive by…
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Nigeria, Colombia Sign Landmark MoU to Strengthen Political and Economic Ties
Nigeria and Colombia have deepened ties with a new MoU on political consultations and diplomatic…
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Thugs Attack Convoy of Ex-AGF Abubakar Malami in Kebbi
Former Justice Minister Abubakar Malami escaped unhurt after his convoy was attacked by suspected thugs…
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Army Nabs Soldier for Alleged Gunrunning, Rescues Eight Hostages in Nationwide Raids
The Nigerian Army has arrested a soldier for alleged arms trafficking while intensifying nationwide counter-crime…
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Finnish Court Jails Simon Ekpa for Terrorism
A Finnish district court has sentenced pro-Biafra agitator Simon Ekpa to six years imprisonment. He…
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Niger Governor Bago Dissolves Cabinet, Retains SSG and Key Aides
Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago has dissolved Niger State’s Executive Council, ending the tenure of all…
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Onanuga Labels El-Rufai as Hypocritical, Defends Tinubu’s Economic Record
Presidential aide Bayo Onanuga has accused ex-Kaduna governor Nasir El-Rufai of political double standards. He…
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Sokoto Governor Announces Monthly Allowances for Imams and Mosque Staff
Governor Ahmed Aliyu has introduced monthly allowances for Imams, deputies, and Mu’azzins in Sokoto State.…
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Zamfara Communities Fault Governor Dauda Lawal After Deadly Boat Mishap
Residents of Zamfara’s Gummi area are furious after a deadly boat accident claimed lives while…
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Diaspora Youth Coalition Demands Sack of Transport Minister Alkali
A youth coalition in diaspora has called for the sack of Transport Minister Saidu Alkali.…
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FRSC Cautions Nigerians Against Using Certificates From Unaccredited Driving Schools
The FRSC has warned motorists that certificates from unapproved driving schools will not be accepted.…
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Tinubu Reaffirms Equal Commitment to All Nigerians, Showcases Nationwide Projects
President Bola Tinubu has reaffirmed his commitment to fairness and inclusivity in governance. He assured…
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Lagos Police Ban Egungun Street Parades, Restrict Celebrations to Approved Venues
Lagos police have imposed strict rules on Egungun festival, banning public street processions statewide. Authorities…
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Akwa Ibom Probes Death of Mother and Newborn After Caesarean Section
Akwa Ibom State has launched an investigation into the deaths of a woman and her…
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Colombian Vice President Arrives Abuja for Three-Day Visit
Colombia’s Vice President Francia Márquez has arrived in Abuja for a three-day official visit. Her…
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Police Declares State of Emergency on All Political Gatherings After Attack on El-Rufai
Kaduna Police have suspended all political meetings not cleared by security agencies after violent clashes…
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Defence Chief Launches Joint Task Force Operation Enduring Peace in Jos
Nigeria’s Defence Chief General Christopher Musa has rebranded Operation SAFE HAVEN as Joint Task Force…
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Wike Confirms Fubara’s Return, Hints at End of State of Emergency
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has announced that suspended Rivers Governor Siminalayi Fubara will return to…
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NIPOST Introduces $80 Customs Duty on All U.S Bound Packages
NIPOST has introduced a compulsory $80 customs duty on all packages sent from Nigeria to…
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Abia Police Vow State Will Not Be Safe Haven for Criminals
Abia police chief Danladi Isa has vowed that criminals fleeing raids in other states won’t…
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