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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.

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 Petrol Prices Surge to N770/Liter, FX, Overheads Blamed

Nigeria's petrol prices jump to N770 per liter, driven by high foreign exchange rates and increased overhead costs, straining consumer budgets.

Lagos Enforces Ban on Danfos, Koropes by October 1

Lagos State enforces a ban on unregulated Danfo and Korope buses along the Lekki-Epe corridor starting October 1, enhancing transport efficiency.

Wole Soyinka’s Legacy: Celebrating 90 Years of Literary Brilliance

Wole Soyinka, at 90, continues to influence literature and activism globally. Celebrations highlight his vast contributions and unwavering fight for justice.

African Youths Challenge Governments, Demand Change

African youths are rising in a new wave of consciousness, challenging governments and demanding change to create a transparent, accountable, and equitable society.

JAMB Exposes Illegal Admissions at 86 Universities and Colleges

JAMB exposes 86 universities for conducting illegal admissions outside the mandated CAPS, calling into question many students' enrollment legitimacy.

Governors Welcome Supreme Court’s Local Government Autonomy Ruling

Nigeria’s state governors have expressed satisfaction with a recent Supreme Court ruling granting financial autonomy to local government areas. The decision, which was announced on Thursday, is seen as a major step towards decentralizing power and financial resources in the country.

Labour Insists on N250,000 Wage, to Meet Tinubu Next Week

Nigeria minimum wage negotiations, labor union talks, N250,000 wage demand, economic policy, Tinubu labor meeting,

Nigeria Supreme Court Ruling Grants Local Government Autonomy, Sparks Debate

Nigeria's Supreme Court rules for financial autonomy of local governments, triggering mixed reactions from politicians and analysts on its implications.

Nigeria’s Weekly Billion-Dollar Crypto Transactions Face Regulatory Scrutiny

Nigeria's booming cryptocurrency market, with transactions worth billions of dollars weekly, is facing increased regulatory scrutiny as authorities aim to balance innovation with financial stability and consumer protection, addressing concerns over money laundering and fraud.

Ex-Power Minister Mamman Remanded Over Alleged N33bn Fraud

Ex-Power Minister Saleh Mamman has been remanded in Kuje prison over an alleged N33bn fraud, pending his bail hearing. The high-profile case highlights corruption in Nigeria’s power sector.

Nigeria Faces Severe Teacher Shortage, Classroom Deficit, UBEC Reports

Nigeria's public primary schools are facing a critical shortage of teachers and classrooms, according to a UBEC report.

Nigeria Ranks 5th Among African Nations Hit Hardest by Cost of Living Crisis

Nigeria ranks fifth among African countries hardest hit by the cost of living crisis, with inflation, currency devaluation, and supply chain disruptions driving up the prices of essential goods and services.

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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.

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.

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...

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...