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Troops rescue 53 hostages and dismantle ISWAP roadblock in Borno

Soldiers of Operation Hadin Kai dismantled an ISWAP roadblock near Buratai in Borno, freeing 53 trapped civilians and recovering eight vehicles the insurgents had seized.

Borno shortlists 40 ex-Boko Haram terrorists for army recruitment

The Borno government has put 40 former Boko Haram terrorists forward for Nigerian Army recruitment, alarming officers who question their documents and battlefield loyalty.

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Anambra Police Arrest 300 Suspected Kidnappers, Rescue 35 Victims

Anambra police confirm 300 arrests, 35 rescues, major arms recoveries, and dismantling of kidnapping syndicates across the state in 2025.

12 Killed, Five Injured, Three Abducted in Plateau Mining Site Attack

Gunmen attack a Plateau mining site, killing 12 miners, injuring five, and abducting three as police launch a manhunt.

EU, Nigeria Move to Deepen Defence and Security Cooperation

The European Union and Nigeria are stepping up defence engagement, widening cooperation beyond military support to address security, governance and long-term stability.

Airtel Africa Strikes Starlink Deal to Expand Satellite Coverage

Airtel Africa’s Starlink deal aims to extend mobile coverage into rural areas, using satellite technology to bypass towers and narrow Africa’s persistent digital divide.

Microsoft Deepens Digital, AI Skills Push in Nigeria

Microsoft is scaling up AI and digital skills training in Nigeria, targeting students, developers and public servants as demand for technology talent accelerates.

TikToker Peller Arrested by Lagos Police Over Reckless Driving

Lagos police arrested TikTok influencer Peller after a reckless driving video sparked outrage, renewing calls for stricter enforcement against dangerous online stunts.

Naira Slides as FX Shortages Grip Official Market

The naira slipped to N1,456 per dollar as FX shortages persisted, keeping pressure on Nigeria’s currency market despite rising external reserves.

Police Deploy Special Forces Nationwide Ahead of NLC Protest

Police deploy tactical units nationwide as NLC protests insecurity and warns of strike if demonstrations face violence.

Aisha Buhari: The Cabal Turned Buhari Against Me, Disrupted His Health Routine

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Peter Obi: 80% Youth Unemployment Shows Leaders Have Failed Nigeria

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Workers Face Nigeria’s Worst Survival Crisis, NLC Says

Nigeria’s labour union says inflation, insecurity and weak wages have pushed workers into the harshest survival crisis the country has ever recorded

CardinalStone Seeks $120 Million for West Africa SMEs

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Troops rescue 53 hostages and dismantle ISWAP roadblock in Borno

Soldiers of Operation Hadin Kai dismantled an ISWAP roadblock near Buratai in Borno, freeing 53 trapped civilians and recovering eight vehicles the insurgents had seized.

Borno shortlists 40 ex-Boko Haram terrorists for army recruitment

The Borno government has put 40 former Boko Haram terrorists forward for Nigerian Army recruitment, alarming officers who question their documents and battlefield loyalty.

State police push shifts to governors and state lawmakers

After the Senate and House passed the state police bill, Nigeria's 36 state assemblies must now decide whether the long-debated policing reform finally becomes law.

Nigeria signals fresh review of N70,000 minimum wage

Nigeria's government says it will reassess the N70,000 minimum wage soon, arguing that the figure no longer reflects the rising cost of living nationwide.