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Fear Spreads in Ondo’s Akure North as Kidnappers Target Farmers, Residents Flee Homes

Rising kidnappings and shootings in Ondo’s Akure North force residents to flee homes as authorities promise tougher action against criminals.

March 12, 2026

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Boko Haram Suspects Attack Borno Settlement, Kill Herder and Rustle 1,400 Sheep

Suspected Boko Haram fighters attacked a nomadic settlement in Borno, killing one herder, injuring another and rustling about 1,400 sheep.

March 12, 2026

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Cardoso Urges Stronger Role for Farm Lending

CBN Governor Olayemi Cardoso urged banks to strengthen agricultural finance and expand farm credit as Nigeria pushes to improve food security and rural growth.

December 9, 2025

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NAF Moves to Restart Stranded Military Flight

Nigeria’s Air Force is working to restore operations of a grounded C-130 aircraft in Burkina Faso as preparations continue for its flight to Portugal.

December 9, 2025

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Tinubu Seeks Senate Backing for Troop Deployment to Benin

Tinubu asks the Senate to approve a Benin troop deployment after a failed coup sparked an urgent request for military support

December 9, 2025

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Dangote Pledges $700 Million For Nigerian Education

Aliko Dangote sets a $700 million plan to expand education access in Nigeria, targeting out-of-school children and long-term skills development.

December 9, 2025

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Army Rejects Claims of Shooting Women Protesters in Adamawa

Army rejects reports that troops shot women during Lamurde protest and links the deaths to gunfire from a rival community.

December 9, 2025

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Gunmen Kill Motorist, Abduct Several Residents in Imo Community

Gunmen opened fire on vehicles in Amala, killing a motorist and abducting several people as police begin a search operation.

December 9, 2025

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Bayelsa Stops All Illegal Mining, Warns Community Leaders

Bayelsa halts illegal mining statewide and warns community leaders against signing unapproved MoUs with miners operating without government consent.

December 9, 2025

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Tinubu’s Benin Intervention Rekindles Debate

Tinubu’s swift move in Benin reignites debate over presidential troop deployment powers and the constitutional limits governing Nigeria’s military actions abroad.

December 9, 2025

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How Remote Work Is Transforming Nigerian Economy

Remote work has shifted from a pandemic necessity to a structural economic force in Nigeria, reshaping hiring, productivity, lifestyle, and global employment access.

December 8, 2025

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Obasanjo Says Boko Haram War Lasts Too Long

Obasanjo warns Nigeria’s Boko Haram war has dragged on too long and urges specialised training, stronger intelligence and modern technology for the military.

December 8, 2025

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WHO Reports Heavy Civilian Deaths in Sudan Strikes

WHO says at least 114 people were killed after Sudan airstrikes hit a hospital and kindergarten, intensifying fears over civilian safety.

December 8, 2025

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Solana Rallies as Altcoin ETF Optimism Builds

Solana gains 5% as renewed ETF optimism drives a broader crypto rally, boosting altcoin sentiment and attracting fresh trading activity across markets.

December 8, 2025