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Tinubu Reviews Envoy Postings After Name Mix-up, Confirms Three Diplomatic Appointments

KEY POINTS President Tinubu has approved the posting of three ambassador-designates to France, the United States and the United Kingdom. The presidency clarified that no envoy has been posted to Turkey, citing a naming mix-up under review. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has been...

January 23, 2026

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Atiku Accuses Senate of Stalling Electoral Act Amendments, Warns 2027 Elections Are at Risk

KEY POINTS Atiku Abubakar has accused the Senate of delaying amendments to the Electoral Act 2022, warning this could jeopardise the 2027 elections. He said loopholes in the current law enabled malpractice during the 2023 polls and weakened the ability of courts to address...

January 23, 2026

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Fear and Bloodshed Grip Benue as Herders Launch New Attacks

Seventeen killed in a month as armed herders continue attacks in Benue State, forcing residents to flee their communities.

November 8, 2025

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LAUTECH Shuts Iseyin Campus for Two Weeks After Student’s Death

LAUTECH closes its Iseyin campus for two weeks after a student was killed by a hit-and-run driver, sparking protests.

November 8, 2025

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Nigeria Leaders Reject Trump’s Remarks On Sovereignty

Nigeria pushes back against Trump as northern leaders and political figures condemn his comments and defend the country’s sovereignty and diplomatic standing

November 8, 2025

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Nigerian Army Honors Late Chief Lt.-Gen. Lagbaja

The Nigerian Army marked one year since Lt.-Gen. Lagbaja’s passing with Jumaat prayers, honoring his leadership and calling for continued support for the military.

November 8, 2025

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Okonjo-Iweala Denies Viral Post Criticising Tinubu Over Security

Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala denies a fake social media post attacking Tinubu, warning against misinformation amid Nigeria’s ongoing security crisis.

November 8, 2025

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Yakubu Gowon University Names New Vice Chancellor

Professor Hakeem Fawehinmi has been appointed vice chancellor of Yakubu Gowon University, signaling a new phase of stability and academic leadership

November 7, 2025

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Femi Otedola’s Net Worth Rises to $1.6 Billion on Geregu Power, First HoldCo Gains

Femi Otedola’s wealth grows to $1.6 billion on strong Geregu Power and First HoldCo performance.

November 7, 2025

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Nigeria Faces Backlash Over Promotion Snub

A promotion dispute deepens tension as the federal government faces rising criticism for overlooking a Christian candidate who topped the permanent secretary interview.

November 7, 2025

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First Lady Urges Graduates To Apply New Tech Skills

Tinubu urges women trained in the women in tech training programme to apply their digital skills to improve communities and expand economic opportunities nationwide.

November 7, 2025

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Ghana Rescues Nigerian Teen From Trafficking Syndicate

Ghanaian police rescued a 15-year-old Nigerian girl trafficked from Enugu, uncovering a cross-border trafficking network targeting vulnerable teenagers.

November 7, 2025

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