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Katsina Plans To Free 70 Bandits, Sparks Outrage Across Nigeria

Katsina’s move to free 70 bandits sparks anger. Critics say it risks safety, justice, and encourages more criminal attacks.
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FCTA Workers Shut Abuja Offices, Demand Meeting With Minister Wike

FCTA and FCDA staff strike shuts Abuja offices. Workers demand Minister Wike resolve unpaid promotions and welfare issues.

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Pinnick Blames New Format for Super Eagles’ World Cup Miss

Super Eagles failed to qualify for the World Cup, with Pinnick blaming new qualification format for altering Nigeria’s path and complicating the campaign.
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CBN Holds Benchmark Interest Rate at 27 Percent

The Central Bank of Nigeria has held its benchmark rate at 27 percent, keeping pressure on inflation while signaling caution on economic risks.
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Nigeria’s Bishops Warn of Rising Security Threats

Catholic bishops raise alarm over Nigeria’s growing insecurity, urging swift government action as communities face escalating violence and instability nationwide.
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UNIMAID Graduates Over 20,000 Students

UNIMAID celebrates a major graduation milestone as more than 20,000 students complete academic programs supported by significant federal and state interventions
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UN: Terror and Banditry Push Millions in Northern Nigeria Toward Famine

The UN reports a surge in hunger across northern Nigeria as renewed attacks, mass abductions and funding cuts push thousands toward catastrophic, famine level conditions.
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Governors Race To Contain Worsening Kidnappings As Schools Shut Across Northern States

Governors across the North and South West prepare new security plans as school closures, kidnapping cases and rising attacks force states to review protection measures.
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US Presses Nigeria for Action as Hundreds of Schoolchildren Remain Missing

The US will share intelligence and deepen security cooperation with Nigeria after the Kebbi and Niger school abductions, as hundreds of children remain missing today.
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SEC Urges Compliance After Nigeria’s Exit From FATF Grey List

Nigeria’s SEC urges stronger, proactive compliance after the country’s FATF Grey List exit, warning that global institutions will closely monitor whether reforms remain sustainable.
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DSS Orders Release, Compensation in IPOB Detention Case

The DSS release order frees a detainee held since 2022 and expands a new accountability drive reshaping detention practices under the agency’s leadership.
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NASS Holds Final Retreat Ahead of Nigeria Constitution Vote

Lawmakers conclude the final Nigeria constitution review retreat, setting the stage for historic voting in state assemblies on far-reaching amendments before year-end.
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Nigeria to Open First Section of Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway

Nigeria plans to open a completed stretch of the Lagos-Calabar coastal highway in December as construction advances across key segments of the massive project.
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Gencos Push Back Against Nigeria’s Debt Proposal

Gencos reject a federal proposal to forfeit 50 percent of their N5 trillion debt, raising fresh concerns over Nigeria’s fragile power market.
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Katsina Plans To Free 70 Bandits, Sparks Outrage Across Nigeria

Katsina’s move to free 70 bandits sparks anger. Critics say it risks safety, justice, and encourages more criminal attacks.
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FCTA Workers Shut Abuja Offices, Demand Meeting With Minister Wike

FCTA and FCDA staff strike shuts Abuja offices. Workers demand Minister Wike resolve unpaid promotions and welfare issues.
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Nigeria Wastes 2,275MW of Electricity As Many Homes Stay Dark

Nigeria produces enough electricity, but poor power lines and gas problems stop much of it from reaching homes and businesses.
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Nigeria’s Economy Set To Soar: IMF Predicts 4.4% Growth In 2026

IMF forecasts Nigeria’s economy to grow 4.4% in 2026, highlighting reforms, energy prices, and fiscal stability.

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