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Tinubu Swears in Tunji Disu as New Inspector-General of Police

KEY POINTS President Bola Tinubu has sworn in Olatunji Disu as Nigeria’s new Inspector-General of Police. The ceremony took place at the State House in Abuja before the Federal Executive Council meeting. Disu succeeds former IGP Kayode Egbetokun, who resigned from the position. President Bola...

March 5, 2026

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Tinubu Suspends Airport Cashless Payments After Gridlock Leaves Travellers Stranded

KEY POINTS Tinubu suspended the airport cashless payment system after gridlock at Lagos and Abuja airports caused travellers to miss flights. Government will temporarily allow cash payments while introducing a hybrid system that also accepts FAAN prepaid cards. Federal Executive Council approved continuation of...

March 5, 2026

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US seizes Nigerian-owned supertanker over alleged crude theft

US forces seized a Nigerian-owned supertanker over alleged crude theft as experts raise concerns about Nigeria’s maritime oversight.

December 12, 2025

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Owo Priest Recounts How Attackers Killed Over 40 Worshippers in Court Testimony

A priest recounted how gunmen and explosives tore through his Owo parish, leaving more than 40 worshippers dead and many injured.

December 12, 2025

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Sanusi Faults Political Elite for Turning Public Office Into Family Property

Sanusi accused Nigeria’s political class of turning public office into personal property and urged young citizens to push for national reform.

December 12, 2025

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Asian Shares Gain on Fed Rate-Cut Hopes

Asian stocks rise as investors build confidence around potential Fed rate cuts, lifting major regional indexes and improving overall market sentiment.

December 12, 2025

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Nigeria Immigration Flags Passport Platform Disruptions

Nigeria Immigration Service warns of temporary passport platform delays as system glitches slow processing, assuring applicants that restoration efforts are underway.

December 12, 2025

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Eat’n’Go Nigeria Opens New Chevron Outlet Nationwide

Eat’n’Go Nigeria opens a new outlet at Chevron, expanding its footprint across Lagos while offering promotions and loyalty incentives for customers.

December 12, 2025

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Bayelsa Deputy Governor Collapses at Government House

Bayelsa’s deputy governor collapsed at Government House and was rushed to a hospital in Yenagoa, raising concern amid ongoing political shifts

December 11, 2025

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Dangote Plans Dollar Dividends for Nigerian Shareholders

Dangote outlines a dollar dividend plan as his refinery moves toward a major NGX listing backed by rising export revenue

December 11, 2025

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United Nigeria Grounds Jet After Bird Strike

A bird strike disruption forced United Nigeria to ground an aircraft, causing widespread delays and leaving passengers stranded across major routes.

December 11, 2025

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INEC Chief Flags Fresh Fears Over Voter Roll

INEC warns that new registrations are rising but a long-neglected, unclean voter register could undermine election credibility unless citizens verify entries.

December 11, 2025

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