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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 xenophobic violence. Screening exercise extended to Sunday as over 1,000 Nigerians express interest in repatriation. Returnees will be housed temporarily by NCFRMI before reunification with families, while diplomatic talks continue...
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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 by JAMB. The court ruled that due process and fair hearing were observed during the disciplinary proceedings. It found that his misconduct was proven and unrelated to his whistleblowing claims. The...

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Eight Soldiers Killed in Kaduna Ambush by Suspected ‘Repentant’ Bandits

KEY POINTS Eight soldiers were reportedly killed in an ambush by suspected “repentant” bandits...
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Ayetoro Faces Extinction as Rising Ocean Waves Destroy Homes, Residents Blame Government Inaction

KEY POINTS Rising ocean waves are destroying homes, infrastructure and heritage sites in Ayetoro,...
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Finance Ministry, contractors clash again over outstanding debt

Nigeria's Finance Ministry says it processed N700bn to 1,240 local contractors, but protesting members of AICAN insist most of them have received no payment.
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Agriculture records 3.15 percent GDP growth to N11.87trillion in first quarter

Nigeria's agricultural sector grew 3.15 percent year-on-year to N11.87trn in the first quarter of 2026, with crop production leading the gains at N8.9trn, the NBS says.
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Nigeria among world’s most expensive countries for airline operations, says IATA

IATA has named Nigeria one of the world's most expensive countries for airline operations, blaming high taxes and charges that keep local carriers from competing.
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Sugar tax will worsen manufacturers’ plight, LCCI warns

The Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry warns that the Senate's Sugar-Sweetened Beverage tax bill could worsen the challenges facing Nigeria's manufacturing sector.
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Gunmen Abduct LG Worker, Filling Station Attendant in Ondo

KEY POINTS • Akure North council staff abducted at his home in Ilu-Abo• Gunmen also...
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39 Zamfara Residents Abducted During ‘Reconciliation’ Meeting With Bandits

KEY POINTS • 47 residents visited bandit camp for peace talks in Fadama Forest• Bandit...
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Abducted Ogbomoso Principal Denies N1bn Ransom, Sharia Demands

KEY POINTS • Principal says kidnappers only want detained gang members released • Claims of N1bn...
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Oyo Demolishes Kidnappers’ Hideout After Rescue of Adelabu’s Relatives

KEY POINTS • Oyo demolishes house used to hold kidnapped victims • Police rescue Adelabu’s sister...
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Three Killed in Warri-Itakpe Train Derailment

KEY POINTS • Three passengers confirmed dead in train accident • Emergency teams deployed to rescue...
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WAEC Warns Schools Against Extorting WASSCE Candidates

KEY POINTS • WAEC condemns illegal fees imposed on candidates • Schools charging for free calculators...
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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...