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Nigerian Troops Kill Boko Haram Deputy Commander Abu Khalid, 10 Others in Borno Night Raid

KEY POINTS Nigerian troops killed Boko Haram deputy commander Abu Khalid and 10 other terrorists in a night raid in Komala, Konduga LGA, Borno State. Abu Khalid coordinated operations and logistics in the Sambisa Forest; his death follows the killing of another commander, Julaibib,...

February 2, 2026

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Fela Kuti Becomes First African Honoured with Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award

KEY POINTS Fela Kuti becomes the first African to receive the Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award, almost 30 years after his death. The award recognises his contributions to Afrobeat and his activism against social injustice and corruption in Nigeria. Family and collaborators hope the recognition...

February 2, 2026

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EFCC Recovers ₦500 Billion, Secures 7,000 Convictions — Tinubu

Tinubu says EFCC corruption recovery tops ₦500 billion with 7,000 convictions, underscoring renewed national momentum against graft.

October 21, 2025

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Petrol Tops Nigeria’s Imports With 613 Million Litres in One Year

Nigeria’s petrol import surge hits 613.6 million litres, exposing rising demand, refinery collapse, and fiscal pressure.

October 21, 2025

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Customs Launch Digital Vehicle Verification Platform in Nigeria

Nigeria Customs launches a digital vehicle verification platform to curb smuggling and improve transparency in imported vehicle clearance.

October 21, 2025

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Heavy security as Lekki Tollgate braces for EndSARS memorial

October 20, 2025

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Oando Faces Pressure as Irad Demands Overdue Payments

Oando faces backlash as Irad accuses it of unpaid project debts, citing severe financial strain and unfulfilled payment promises.

October 20, 2025

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Markets Rally After China-US Trade Tensions Ease

Global markets surged as China-US trade tensions ease, sparking optimism and driving gains across technology, manufacturing, and emerging market sectors.

October 20, 2025

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Police Disperse Release Nnamdi Kanu Now Protesters in Abuja

Police dispersed Abuja protesters demanding Nnamdi Kanu’s release, using tear-gas and armoured vehicles as activists vowed to sustain the Release Nnamdi Kanu Now campaign.

October 20, 2025

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FUNAAB Gets NUC Approval for Management Programmes

FUNAAB secures NUC approval to offer accounting, banking and business degrees again, marking an academic milestone for the university.

October 20, 2025

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OAU, NIA Launch Design Contest to Honour Architect Okoye at 60

NIA and OAU architecture students launch a nationwide competition honouring Anthony Okoye at 60, spotlighting sustainable urban design in Nigerian cities

October 20, 2025

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#FreeNnamdiKanu Protesters Defy Court Order, Vow to March on Villa

#FreeNnamdiKanu protesters vow to march on the Presidential Villa despite court restrictions, as security forces brace for nationwide demonstrations

October 20, 2025

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Nestlé to Cut 16,000 Jobs in $1B Cost-Saving Push

Nestlé has announced plans to cut 16,000 jobs worldwide under a $1 billion cost-saving program aimed at boosting profitability and refocusing its global operations.

October 20, 2025

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