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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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NNPCL Faces Scrutiny After Spending N17.5tn on Pipeline Security in One Year

NNPCL reports N17.5tn spent on pipeline security and fuel under-recovery in 2024 as analysts demand an audit and clearer government repayment.

November 28, 2025

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Safe Schools Project Stops in 30 States as Abductions Increase

Thirty states haven’t implemented the Safe Schools plan, leaving classrooms exposed as kidnappers intensify attacks across Nigeria.

November 28, 2025

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Indian Police Arrest 50 Nigerians in Major Drug Crackdown

Indian police arrest 50 Nigerians in coordinated raids that expose a drug network using encrypted routes, hawala channels and sex-trade links.

November 28, 2025

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Nigeria Says It Has Met Africa Energy Bank Obligations

Nigeria says it has fully met its Africa Energy Bank obligations, positioning the country for a stronger role ahead of the institution’s launch.

November 28, 2025

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CBN Orders Banks to Remove Misleading Adverts

The CBN has directed banks to remove misleading bank adverts, warning that deceptive promotional content threatens consumer trust and financial-market stability.

November 28, 2025

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OPay Opens New Office in Ibadan

OPay opens a new Ibadan office to strengthen customer support, expand its regional presence and deepen engagement across Nigeria’s southwest fintech market.

November 28, 2025

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Nigeria Sets 2026 Deadline for New Insurance Capital

NAICOM has fixed July 2026 for insurers to meet the new capital requirement, setting the stage for industry restructuring and tighter oversight.

November 27, 2025

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Ashimolowo Backs Training Corps Members for Security Duty

Ashimolowo urges the Federal Government to adopt NYSC security awareness, saying trained corps members can help strengthen grassroots threat detection nationwide.

November 27, 2025

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RVPL Marks Decade of Trust in Real Estate

RVPL marks ten years of global operations, spotlighting how RVPL trust has driven investor confidence and sustained its zero-compromise real-estate strategy.

November 27, 2025

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Anambra Intensifies Crackdown On Environmental Violations

Anambra expands its environmental enforcement campaign, targeting street trading, drainage blockages and illegal wastewater discharge to improve community safety and curb flooding risks

November 27, 2025

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Kano Free Trade Zone Posts N18 Billion Revenue

Kano Free Trade Zone reports over N18 billion in revenue as stronger cooperation among agencies boosts investor confidence and non-oil industrial activity

November 27, 2025

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Dickson: Tell President Tinubu the Truth About Rising Insecurity

Senator Seriake Dickson warns Nigeria faces rising insecurity, urging honest updates to President Tinubu. He calls for oversight, condemns praise amid violence, and supports investigations.

November 27, 2025