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EFCC Denies Involvement in Kwara Polytechnic Protest

KEY POINTS EFCC denies involvement in Kwara Polytechnic protest Agency says sting operation occurred in Agbede, not inside campus 30 suspects arrested, including six Polytechnic students The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, has denied involvement in the recent protest at Kwara State Polytechnic, stating...

March 27, 2026

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Court Issues Arrest Warrant for Turaki, Factional PDP Chairman

KEY POINTS FCT High Court issues arrest warrant for Kabiru Turaki, factional PDP chairman Turaki accused of providing false information to police in a 2022 petition Court frustrated by repeated absences; arrest ordered for arraignment A High Court of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) has...

March 27, 2026

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Expert Cautions Nigerians on Antibiotic Abuse Risks

A Lagos based medical specialist warns that antibiotic abuse and self medication are accelerating antimicrobial resistance and threatening effective treatment of common infections.

December 30, 2025

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Natasha Backs Joshua, Presses Nigeria on Highway Safety

Natasha Akpoti Uduaghan expressed sympathy with Anthony Joshua after a fatal crash, renewing calls for urgent highway reforms and stronger emergency response systems.

December 30, 2025

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Nigeria Posts Strongest Economic Expansion at 57.6 Index

Nigeria recorded its strongest economic expansion at 57.6 index points, as activity, demand, and confidence strengthened across the private sector.

December 30, 2025

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Court Remands Malami Over Alleged Money Laundering

A Federal High Court in Abuja has remanded former Attorney General Abubakar Malami, his son and an associate in prison over alleged money laundering involving about ₦9 billion.

December 30, 2025

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Three Killed, Three Abducted as Bandits Strike Kaduna Community Again

Bandits killed three people and abducted three others in a late night attack on Bundu Kahugu community in Kaduna State.

December 30, 2025

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Anthony Joshua Mourns Close Friends Killed in Lagos Ibadan Expressway Crash

Anthony Joshua lost two close friends and team members in a Lagos Ibadan Expressway crash that also left the boxer injured.

December 30, 2025

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Nigeria Tax Laws Face Fresh Resistance as Lawmakers, Students and Court Step In

Nigeria’s new tax laws face growing resistance as lawmakers, students and the courts question their authenticity and planned rollout.

December 30, 2025

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US Air Strikes Trigger Terrorist Movements as Nigerian Military Tightens Surveillance

Nigeria’s military is tracking fleeing terrorists after US air strikes, amid rising debate over security cooperation and foreign troop deployment.

December 30, 2025

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Brain Drain Fears Grow as Nigerian Scientists Exit

Nigeria scientific community warns that rising migration of Nigerian scientists could weaken research capacity and slow innovation if funding and policy reforms stall.

December 29, 2025

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Naira Gains N11 at Official FX Market

The naira strengthened at the official market, gaining N11 as improved liquidity and steady inflows supported confidence in Nigeria currency outlook.

December 29, 2025

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Oil Prices Rise as Supply Risks Keep Markets Alert

Crude oil prices moved higher as traders weighed tightening supplies, geopolitical risks, and steady demand signals across major energy consuming economies worldwide.

December 29, 2025

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Makinde, Fayose Clash Over N50bn Bodija Relief Fund as 2027 Politics Heat Up

A dispute over Bodija explosion relief funds deepens political tensions between Governor Seyi Makinde and ex Ekiti governor Ayodele Fayose ahead of 2027.

December 29, 2025