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Rivers Senator Barinada Mpigi Dies at 64 After Brief Illness

KEY POINTS Senator Barinada Mpigi died at 64 after a brief illness. He served in the National Assembly from 2011 to 2026, including as Senate Works Committee Chairman. Governor Siminalayi Fubara and others described him as a major political figure and community advocate. Senator Barinada...
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Two Dead After Container Trucks Collide on Busy Lagos Expressway

  KEY POINTS Two people died after a speeding container truck rammed into a stationary truck on the Oshodi–Apapa Expressway. Emergency responders and police coordinated a complex rescue and recovery operation to clear the scene. Authorities are urging stricter compliance with traffic rules following multiple...

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Saw Dust Becomes the New Cooking Fuel as Gas Prices Soar in Nigeria

High gas prices force Nigerian families to turn to cheaper alternatives like saw dust, charcoal, and firewood for daily cooking.
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Dangote To Double Refinery Output To 1.4 Million Barrels Daily

Dangote plans to double his Lagos refinery output to 1.4 million barrels daily to boost Africa’s energy supply.
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Nigerian NGO Blasts Turkey Over Baby Gorilla Decision

A Nigerian NGO accuses Turkey of blocking the baby gorilla repatriation, calling it a violation of conservation ethics.
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PDP Faces Internal War Ahead of National Convention

Internal divisions and mistrust deepen in PDP as the party prepares for its November convention amid growing leadership tension.
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IMF Warns Nigeria on Rising Debt, Oil Risks Despite Reform Progress

IMF praises Nigeria’s economic reforms but warns that debt costs, fiscal pressures, and oil volatility could threaten recent recovery gains.
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Nigeria Pledges Stable Jet A1 Fuel Supply

Nigeria’s government pledges stronger collaboration with oil marketers and airlines to stabilise Jet A1 supply and promote fair fuel pricing across the aviation sector
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Tinubu Replaces Service Chiefs in Major Military Shake-Up

Tinubu replaces service chiefs in a sweeping military shake-up aimed at strengthening Nigeria’s defence leadership and enhancing security operations nationwide.
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WHO Hails Africa’s Remarkable Strides Toward Ending Polio

WHO hails Africa’s progress in the fight against polio as digital tools, cross-border vaccination campaigns, and stronger health systems drive the continent closer to eradicating the disease.
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Senate To Deliver People-Centered 1999 Constitution Amendments

The Senate has pledged to deliver timely 1999 Constitution amendments, with Deputy Senate President Barau Jibrin urging swift action and unity among lawmakers.
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Aviation Experts Urge FG to Reopen Lagos Jet Fuel Pipeline

Aviation experts urge Federal Government to restore the long-closed Lagos airport fuel pipeline to improve safety, efficiency, and cost management
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Niger Delta Leaders Push Jonathan to Back Tinubu in 2027

Niger Delta leaders, led by Tompolo, are pressuring former President Goodluck Jonathan to drop his rumored 2027 presidential ambition.
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Election Integrity Non Negotiable, Says INEC Chairman Amupitan

INEC Chairman Prof. Joash Amupitan pledges to restore voter confidence and protect Nigeria’s democracy through credible, transparent elections.
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Rivers Senator Barinada Mpigi Dies at 64 After Brief Illness

KEY POINTS Senator Barinada Mpigi died at 64 after a brief illness. He served...
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Two Dead After Container Trucks Collide on Busy Lagos Expressway

  KEY POINTS Two people died after a speeding container truck rammed into a stationary...
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Rivers Assembly Suspends Impeachment Move Against Fubara

KEY POINTS Rivers Assembly suspended impeachment proceedings against Governor Fubara and his deputy after...
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Navy Announces Death of Operations Chief Musa Katagum

KEY POINTS Nigerian Navy confirms the death of Chief of Operations Musa Katagum after...

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