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US Lawmakers Seek Sanctions Over Nigeria Religious Violations

US lawmakers propose sanctions over Nigeria religious freedom violations, citing killings and attacks while calling for visa bans and asset freezes.

February 11, 2026

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Air Chief Warns Against Coup Plot as Nigeria Eyes 2027 Polls

Air Chief condemns alleged coup plot, pledging legal action against any personnel found attempting to subvert Nigeria’s democratic government.

February 11, 2026

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Lagos Targets 18 Months to Shut Olusosun Dumpsite

Lagos sets an 18-month target to begin shutting key dumpsites as officials push new landfills and a shift toward controlled waste-to-resource systems

December 1, 2025

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Dangote Expands Fertilizer Production Across Africa

Dangote announces a major fertilizer output expansion, tripling capacity in Nigeria while advancing a multi-billion-dollar plant in Ethiopia

December 1, 2025

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Delta Police Raid HK Torture House, Free Seven Boys and Arrest Two

Delta Police rescued seven boys from a torture apartment run as an HK training hub after one victim escaped to seek help.

December 1, 2025

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Receiver Moves Back Into Nestoil Tower as Ernest Azudialu-Obiejesi Battles $1 Billion Debt Claim

A receiver returns to Nestoil Tower after an appeal court ruling as Ernest Azudialu-Obiejesi faces a growing $1bn debt fight.

December 1, 2025

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Bandit Attacks Spread Across Kogi, Kano, Sokoto and Kwara

Bandits raid communities in four states, abduct worshippers, a bride and a monarch as two Defence Ministry officials remain missing.

December 1, 2025

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From Importers to Producers: Economies Push Local

Countries rethink heavy import dependence as they invest in homegrown supply chains to build resilience, stabilize costs, and expand local production.

November 29, 2025

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Bauchi Police Confirm Death in Farmer-Herder Clash

Police confirmed one death and five arrests after a violent farmer-herder clash in Bauchi, prompting tighter security and a deeper investigation

November 29, 2025

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Obasanjo Urges FG To End Apologies And Negotiations With Terrorists

Obasanjo urges the Federal Government to stop apologising and negotiating with terrorists and to adopt tougher action against rising attacks.

November 29, 2025

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7 Ways You Are Sabotaging Your Own Growth

Seven subtle habits can block your growth without you noticing. Learn how they show up and how to move past them.

November 29, 2025

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Senate Spokesman Denies Paying Ransom For Schoolchildren

Senate spokesman Yemi Adaramodu rejects claims of ransom payments in recent school abductions as lawmakers launch a probe into security lapses.

November 28, 2025

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EFCC Summons Former Justice Minister Malami

EFCC invites former Justice Minister Abubakar Malami for renewed questioning as investigators expand their probe and revisit decisions from his time in office

November 28, 2025

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Kaduna Widows Receive Free Homes from Adashe Initiative

Kaduna widows and orphans receive 100 free homes through the Adashe housing project, combining shelter, training, and empowerment for long-term self-reliance

November 28, 2025