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Violence Erupts in Niger Community Land Dispute as Armed Attack Leaves One Dead

KEY POINTS Armed attacks linked to a land dispute in Niger State left one person dead and several injured. Residents accuse suspects of repeated violence and operating freely without arrest. Community leaders urge urgent security intervention while maintaining commitment to legal resolution. A violent clash...

Bandits Kill Political Aspirant’s Brother in Katsina Night Attack

KEY POINTS Bandits killed the brother of a political aspirant during a night attack in Katsina and looted his home. The incident adds to a series of deadly attacks, including a recent killing of 11 people in Kankara. Security agencies responded but concerns remain...

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Nigeria Air Force Probes Civilian Deaths in Niger State

Nigeria’s Air Force is investigating reports that a military aircraft killed two civilians in Kurigi, Niger State, during an operation against bandits.

Unicross Suspends 24th Matriculation Amid Fee and Gown Dispute

Unicross has postponed its 24th matriculation ceremony indefinitely due to student protests over high gown fees and rising school charges, compounded by staff union actions.

JAMB Says University Students May Register for 2026 UTME

JAMB says students already in universities may register for the 2026 UTME, provided they disclose their matriculation status and comply with admission regulations.

Nigeria Military to Court-Martial Officers Over Alleged Coup Plot

Nigeria’s Defence Headquarters will court-martial 16 officers after an internal probe found cases to answer, including allegations linked to coup plotting.

CBN Grants National Licenses to Major Fintech Players

The Central Bank of Nigeria has upgraded major fintechs to national licenses, formalising nationwide operations and imposing higher capital and compliance standards.

Anambra Shuts Onitsha Main Market Over Sit-At-Home Defiance

Anambra State shut Onitsha Main Market for one week after traders defied the Monday sit-at-home order, escalating efforts to restore normal economic activity.

NNPC, Chevron Confirm Hydrocarbon Discovery at Awodi-07 Well

NNPC confirmed hydrocarbons at Chevron Nigeria’s Awodi-07 well, calling the offshore Niger Delta discovery a milestone for their joint venture and Nigeria’s energy strategy.

Customs Posts N7.28 Trillion Revenue in 2025, Exceeding Target

Customs Service said revenue reached N7.28 trillion in 2025, exceeding targets as reforms, digitalisation and stronger compliance lifted non-oil government income.

Kano Governor Abba Yusuf Resigns from NNPP

KEY POINTS Kano Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf has formally resigned from the NNPP, citing...

Peter Obi Faces Ruling Party Pressure As 2027 Race Nears

Ruling party steps up moves that may block Peter Obi’s path to 2027 as courts and party crises deepen nationwide.

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...

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...

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Violence Erupts in Niger Community Land Dispute as Armed Attack Leaves One Dead

KEY POINTS Armed attacks linked to a land dispute in Niger State left one...

Bandits Kill Political Aspirant’s Brother in Katsina Night Attack

KEY POINTS Bandits killed the brother of a political aspirant during a night attack...

Yobe Community Forced to Use Classroom as Hospital

KEY POINTS Lewe Primary Health Care centre in Yobe has been abandoned for over...

Concern Grows as Social Media Critic ‘Justice Crack’ Goes Missing After Abuja Meeting

KEY POINTS Social media critic Justice Mark Chidiebere went missing in Abuja after attending...