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Nigerian troops rescue 363 victims, kill 69 terrorists in one week, DHQ says

Nigerian troops rescued 363 kidnapped victims, killed 69 terrorists and arrested 49 suspects during a week of land, air and sea operations, DHQ says.
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Two Nigerian women held in India over N380m cocaine seizure

Railway police in Delhi have detained two Nigerian women after seizing 2.28 kilograms of cocaine worth about N380 million, allegedly tied to interstate trafficking.

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Lagos Assembly Requires Amendment for LCDAs to Gain Full Status

Lagos Assembly reveals that 37 LCDAs in the state need a constitutional amendment to gain full local government status, as the bill proposes new governance measures.
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5 Nigerian Historical Figures Everyone Should Know About

Five Nigerian historical figures who played crucial roles in shaping the country's independence, cultural identity, and leadership, inspiring generations to come
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High Infrastructure Costs Cut Off 120 Million Nigerians From Internet Access

Infrastructure costs and high service fees have left 120 million Nigerians without internet access, with rural areas being the most affected by the digital divide.
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Federal Government Defends Renaming of Niger Delta Ministry

The federal government’s decision to rename the Ministry of Niger Delta Development has sparked mixed reactions, with leaders concerned about regional development.
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85.2% of Nigerian Households Still on Estimated Electricity Billing

A new NBS report shows that 85.2% of Nigerian households are on estimated billing, with only 14.8% using prepaid meters across the country.
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Five Nigerian Air Force Personnel Killed in Jos-Akwanga Road Crash

Five Nigerian Air Force personnel died in a collision on the Jos-Akwanga Expressway. The Air Force is supporting the victims’ families
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Nigeria Bans Cooking Gas Exports to Curb Soaring Domestic Prices

The Nigerian government has announced a ban on cooking gas exports to stabilize domestic prices and increase local supply, effective November 1, 2024.
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IMF Reduces Nigeria’s Growth Projection to 2.9-Percent Over Oil, Agriculture

The IMF has revised Nigeria's 2024 economic growth forecast to 2.9 percent, citing disruptions in agriculture and oil production caused by flooding and insecurity.
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Moro Calls for Peace Amid Benue PDP Crisis

Senator Abba Moro calls for peace amid the Benue PDP crisis, urging party members to avoid divisive actions and focus on resolving internal conflicts.
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Nigerians Face Higher Telecom Costs as FG Proposes 12.5-Percent Telecom Tax

The Nigerian government has proposed a 12.5% telecom tax, adding to the existing 7.5% VAT on telecom services, raising concerns about higher call and data costs.
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Tinubu’s Cabinet Reshuffle Expected Soon After Policy Meeting

Tinubu’s cabinet reshuffle is expected soon after a key meeting with policy advisers
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Dangote Refinery Seeks to Void NNPCL Import Licenses in Court

Dangote Refinery has filed a lawsuit seeking to nullify NNPCL's import licenses and is demanding N100 billion in damages, claiming the licenses undermine local production.
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Nigerian troops rescue 363 victims, kill 69 terrorists in one week, DHQ says

Nigerian troops rescued 363 kidnapped victims, killed 69 terrorists and arrested 49 suspects during a week of land, air and sea operations, DHQ says.
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Two Nigerian women held in India over N380m cocaine seizure

Railway police in Delhi have detained two Nigerian women after seizing 2.28 kilograms of cocaine worth about N380 million, allegedly tied to interstate trafficking.
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Nigeria, Benin Strengthen Defence Ties, Plan Joint Action Against Cross-Border Threats

KEY POINTS Nigeria, Benin deepen defence cooperation against cross-border threats. Both countries strengthen intelligence...
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DSS Arrests Three More Suspects Linked to Kidnap of Nasarawa University Professor

KEY POINTS DSS arrests three more suspects linked to the kidnapping of Nasarawa varsity...