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Gunmen Kidnap 14 UTME Candidates in Benue Bus Ambush

KEY POINTS Gunmen Ambush Bus Carrying UTME Candidates Driver Arrested for Violating Travel Policy Security Forces Launch Rescue Operation in Otukpo Forest Suspected kidnappers have abducted 14 passengers, including candidates sitting for the ongoing Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination, UTME, following an attack on a Benue...

April 17, 2026

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Police Foil Planned Bomb Attack in Akure

KEY POINTS Police foiled a planned bomb attack in Akure, arresting six suspects before execution. Materials for improvised explosive devices and a list of targets were recovered. In a separate raid, 10 suspected cultists, including a wanted kingpin, were also arrested. The Nigeria Police Force...

April 17, 2026

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Nigeria Records 153 Measles Deaths In 11 Months, Over 19,000 Cases Confirmed

Nigeria has recorded 153 measles deaths in 11 months, with over 19,000 confirmed cases, mostly among unvaccinated children.

December 24, 2025

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CBN’s Global Investor Push Boosts Nigeria’s Economic Confidence

Nigeria’s CBN promotes reforms, policy stability, and market transparency to global investors, driving Eurobond demand and renewed confidence in the economy.

December 24, 2025

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Nigeria Lawmakers Approve Revised 2024 and 2025 Budgets

Nigeria’s House of Representatives approved revised 2024 and 2025 budgets, raising spending levels as the government adjusts to revenue limits and execution challenges.

December 23, 2025

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Makinde Says He Is Qualified to Lead Nigeria

Oyo Governor Seyi Makinde says his record in governance and business qualifies him for Nigeria’s presidency as 2027 political talks intensify.

December 23, 2025

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Nigeria Clears China of Role in Illegal Mining Claims

Nigeria’s government says illegal mining in Nigeria is driven by local actors, not China, as authorities outline reforms to tighten oversight and protect mining communities.

December 23, 2025

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Nigeria Leads Africa as Instant Payments Near $2 Trillion Milestone

Nigeria’s instant payments platform has set the pace in Africa, as digital transactions across the continent surge toward the $2 trillion mark.

December 23, 2025

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Lagos Governor Sanwo-Olu Swears in Speaker Obasa’s Son as Agege Chairman

KEY POINTS • Sanwo Olu urged the new Agege chairman to govern inclusively and avoid...

December 23, 2025

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Niger Governor Bago Receives Last Group of Rescued St Mary’s students

KEY POINTS • Niger governor receives remaining rescued students and staff in Minna• Federal Government...

December 23, 2025

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US Surveillance Flights Over Nigeria Signal Deeper Security Cooperation

US intelligence aircraft have flown repeatedly over Nigeria since November, reflecting deeper security ties amid violence and diplomatic tension.

December 23, 2025

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Trump Recalls US Ambassador To Nigeria Amid Major Diplomatic Shake-Up

Trump recalls the US ambassador to Nigeria and several other diplomats, signaling a major diplomatic reshuffle across multiple regions.

December 23, 2025

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ADC: Tinubu’s 2026 Budget Risks Nigeria’s Financial Future

ADC criticizes Tinubu’s 2026 budget, warning that heavy borrowing and optimistic revenue forecasts could deepen Nigeria’s debt crisis.

December 23, 2025

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BUA Founder Shares Rare Holiday Glimpse After Staff Bonus

Days after approving a landmark employee cash reward, Abdul Samad Rabiu shared a rare personal moment as BUA posts record profits and expands operations.

December 22, 2025