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Seplat Co-Founder Austin Avuru’s Stake Surges Past $200 Million

Austin Avuru’s Seplat stake climbs to $202 million as the energy firm’s shares rise 10%, lifting its market value to $2.4 billion.
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Peter Obi Slams “Inhumane” Demolitions, Urges Government

Peter Obi condemns inhumane demolitions across Nigeria, warning they worsen poverty and threaten the economic stability of millions.

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Malaria Persists in Yobe, Kebbi Despite Government Interventions

Despite government efforts, malaria remains rampant in Yobe and Kebbi, driven by poor sanitation and inadequate healthcare access.
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Court Mandates EFCC to Free Detained Socialite in High-Profile Corruption Case

KEY POINTS A Federal High Court ordered the EFCC to release businesswoman Aisha Achimugu...
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EFCC Declares Lebanese-Nigerian Businessman Elie Bitar Wanted

KEY POINTS The EFCC seeks Elie Bitar, alleged mastermind of the CBEX Ponzi scheme,...
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Conflict-Related Sexual Violence Threatens Africa’s Peace and Stability

Conflict-related sexual violence in Africa threatens peace and stability; survivors demand justice and stronger legal protections.
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King Sunny Ade Denies Kidnapping Rumors, Confirms His Safety

King Sunny Ade denies kidnapping rumors, reassures fans of his safety and confirms his active performance schedule
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Yobe Aims for 80 Percent Vaccination Coverage by 2026

Yobe State is intensifying efforts to achieve 80% vaccination coverage by 2026, addressing zero-dose communities and recent outbreaks of vaccine-preventable diseases like diphtheria, cholera, and polio.
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Nigerian Man Sentenced for $6 Million Inheritance Scam

A Nigerian national has been sentenced to nearly eight years in U.S. federal prison after orchestrating a $6 million inheritance scam that defrauded more than 400 elderly Americans.
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House of Reps Recovers ₦11.49bn from Oil Companies

The House of Representatives recovers ₦11.49 billion (about $23.3 million) from oil companies as part of ongoing efforts to ensure financial accountability.
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FG Cancels Foreign Scholarship, Calls Scheme Waste of Resources

The Federal Government cancels the Bilateral Education Agreement and redirects resources to local scholarships for Nigerian students
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Lagos Socialite E-Money Released After EFCC Interrogation

KEY POINTS E-Money was released after EFCC interrogation over alleged Naira abuse and defacing...
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Businesswoman Aisha Achimugu Begins Hunger Strike

KEY POINTS Businesswoman Aisha Achimugu declared a hunger strike after her arrest by the...
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Nigeria Shakes Up Military Leadership Amid Escalating Insurgency in Northeast

KEY POINTS Nigeria’s Defense Headquarters announced the appointment of Major General Abdulsalam Abubakar as the...
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Business

Seplat Co-Founder Austin Avuru’s Stake Surges Past $200 Million

Austin Avuru’s Seplat stake climbs to $202 million as the energy firm’s shares rise 10%, lifting its market value to $2.4 billion.
Business

Peter Obi Slams “Inhumane” Demolitions, Urges Government

Peter Obi condemns inhumane demolitions across Nigeria, warning they worsen poverty and threaten the economic stability of millions.
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PDP Faces Fresh Crisis as Lawmaker Sadiq Abdullahi Quits Party

Sadiq Abdullahi resigns from the PDP, citing worsening internal crisis and loss of direction as party instability deepens.
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DSS Warns Nigerians Against Fraudster Impersonating Its Officers

The DSS warns Nigerians against a dismissed officer posing as its operative and defrauding citizens under false pretences.

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