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Kaduna community says 31 church worshippers abducted on Easter are still in captivity

Community leaders in Kaduna say kidnappers have confirmed the 31 church worshippers seized on Easter Sunday remain in their custody, not rescued.

April 7, 2026

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Aisha Yesufu vows to fight Peter Obi if he seeks a second presidential term

Activist Aisha Yesufu says she will fight Peter Obi if he wins the presidency and tries to serve beyond a single term.

April 7, 2026

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Nigerian newspapers review: US warns over Christian attacks

US Congressman Riley Moore leads today's Nigerian newspapers review, warning that Christian killings in Plateau and Kaduna could damage Nigeria's relationship with the United States.

March 31, 2026

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Nigeria’s next-gen satellites set for 2028 launch

NIGCOMSAT Managing Director Jane Egerton-Idehen says Nigeria's satellite program has entered its execution phase, with two new satellites set for launch in 2028 and 2029.

March 31, 2026

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Edun targets 7 percent annual Nigeria GDP growth

Finance Minister Olawale Edun says Nigeria is targeting 7 percent annual GDP growth and needs $14 billion yearly to bridge its infrastructure gap.

March 31, 2026

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Security expert Yahuza Getso says Nigeria’s ‘repentant Boko Haram’ policy is playing games with citizens

Security expert Dr. Yahuza Getso has rejected the Federal Government's "repentant Boko Haram" framing, calling it deceptive and dangerous to public trust.

March 31, 2026

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Security expert says Nigeria not serious about arresting bandit kingpin Bello Turji

A security expert says Nigeria is not genuinely interested in arresting Bello Turji, calling government declarations on the matter purely political.

March 31, 2026

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Kwankwaso Officially Joins African Democratic Congress

KEY POINTS Rabiu Kwankwaso resigned from the NNPP and officially joined the African Democratic...

March 31, 2026

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UNIJOS Suspends Examinations After Deadly Attack in Jos Community

KEY POINTS University of Jos suspended Monday and Tuesday examinations after a deadly attack...

March 31, 2026

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Tuggar Resigns as Foreign Minister, Eyes Bauchi Governorship

KEY POINTS Yusuf Tuggar has resigned as Nigeria's Minister of Foreign Affairs to pursue...

March 31, 2026

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Zulum Dissolves Borno Cabinet Ahead of 2027 Political Realignments

KEY POINTS Governor Babagana Zulum dissolved the Borno State Executive Council with immediate effect. ...

March 31, 2026

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Peter Obi says Nigeria is normalizing death after Palm Sunday killings in Jos

Peter Obi says Nigeria is normalizing the deaths of its own people after gunmen killed dozens in a Palm Sunday attack in Jos, Plateau State.

March 31, 2026

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UNIEC warns Igbo silence on Nnamdi Kanu case

UNIEC Director-General Justice Alpha Ikpeama says silence from Igbo leaders on the Nnamdi Kanu case is eroding moral authority and regional credibility.

March 30, 2026

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Nigeria food market set for $233bn growth surge

Messe managing director Paul Marz projected Nigeria's food market at $233.53 billion in 2025, with 10.76 percent annual growth through 2030 at record agrofood expo.

March 30, 2026