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Adeleke Wins Osun Governorship Election by 66,252 Votes

KEY POINTS Ademola Adeleke won the Osun governorship election with 511,067 votes, defeating APC’s Bola Oyebamiji by 66,252 votes. Adeleke won 19 of the state’s 30 local government areas, with particularly large margins in Ede North and Ede South. Oyebamiji won 11 LGAs, but...
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Bandits Attack Sokoto Communities, Displace Women and Children, Rustle Over 300 Cattle

KEY POINTS Suspected bandits attacked Ungushi, Gwandi and Maikurfuna in Kebbe LGA, forcing women, children and elderly residents to flee. More than 300 cattle and seven camels were reportedly rustled, while several men were allegedly killed. Two injured victims are receiving treatment, as displaced...

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Tinubu vows to crush terror and secure prosperity in Democracy Day address

President Bola Tinubu used his Democracy Day address to vow victory over terrorism and secure economic prosperity, while marking 27 years of unbroken civilian rule in Nigeria.
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NNPCL and security agencies intensify crackdown on pipeline vandals

NNPCL and security agencies have intensified their crackdown on pipeline vandalism after finding a damaged crude oil pipeline in the FCT and arresting three suspects.
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Cardoso wins Central Bank Governor of the Year award

CBN Governor Olayemi Cardoso has won the Central Bank of the Year award in London, dedicating the recognition to the apex bank's board, management and staff.
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Business confidence in the macroeconomy rises to 7.9 index points, says CBN

Business confidence in Nigeria's macroeconomy rose to 7.9 index points in May from 3.9 in April, the CBN says, even as consumers remained pessimistic.
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Lekki Port Phase 2 construction set to begin, says Lagos government

Lagos Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu says construction on Phase 2 of the Lekki Port will start soon, boosting cargo capacity and strengthening the state's maritime position.
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FG to Launch Four More Flights for Nigerians Leaving South Africa

KEY POINTS FG announces four additional flights to evacuate Nigerians from South Africa after...
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Court Upholds JAMB’s Sack of Deputy Director Over Misconduct

KEY POINTS The National Industrial Court dismissed Yisa Usman’s suit and upheld his dismissal...
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Labour Party Ratifies 1,211 Candidates for 2027 Elections

KEY POINTS Labour Party ratifies 1,211 candidates after completing nationwide primaries for the 2027...
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Tinubu Honours 50 Nigerians for Role in June 12 Democracy Struggle

KEY POINTS President Tinubu honoured 50 Nigerians for their roles in Nigeria’s pro-democracy struggle...
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Reps Approve State Police Bill Amid Rising Insecurity

KEY POINTS The House of Representatives passed the State Police Bill with 289 lawmakers...
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FG Schedules More Evacuation Flights as 262 Nigerians Return From South Africa

KEY POINTS The first batch of 262 Nigerians evacuated from South Africa has arrived...
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Senate Orders Security Agencies to Arrest Bandits Flaunting Cash on TikTok

KEY POINTS The Senate has directed security agencies to track and arrest bandits and...
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Adeleke Wins Osun Governorship Election by 66,252 Votes

KEY POINTS Ademola Adeleke won the Osun governorship election with 511,067 votes, defeating APC’s...
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Bandits Attack Sokoto Communities, Displace Women and Children, Rustle Over 300 Cattle

KEY POINTS Suspected bandits attacked Ungushi, Gwandi and Maikurfuna in Kebbe LGA, forcing women,...
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NDLEA Arrests 70-Year-Old Man, Seizes Millions of Opioids in Multi-State Drug Crackdown

KEY POINTS NDLEA arrested a 70-year-old man and several others during coordinated anti-drug operations...
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Atiku Sues Tinubu, Seeks His Disqualification from 2027 Presidential Election

KEY POINTS Atiku and the ADC have sued Tinubu over alleged NYSC certificate forgery...