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Lagos Assembly Budgets N55.4bn for Lawmakers’ Quarters, Complex Beautification in 2026

KEY POINTS Lagos Assembly plans to spend N55.4bn in 2026 on lawmakers’ quarters and beautification projects. Only N16bn is allocated to community-based infrastructure interventions. Budget reviews show a pattern of heavy spending on lawmakers’ welfare, vehicles, generators, and renovations despite wider public infrastructure challenges. The...
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Fresh Benue Attack Leaves 13 Dead as Gunmen Torch Market, Abduct Women

KEY POINTS Gunmen killed 13 people in an attack on Anwase Market in Kwande LGA, Benue State. The assault followed another attack two days earlier in Abande community. Community leaders warn of worsening insecurity as residents flee their homes amid repeated violence. Gunmen suspected to...

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Police Arrest 12 in Killing of Arise News Staff, Somtochukwu

Police have arrested 12 armed robbery suspects linked to the deaths of Arise News journalist Somtochukwu Maduagwu and a security guard in Abuja.
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EFCC Seeks Stronger Ties With Media, CSOs to Fight Corruption

EFCC pledges stronger partnerships with journalists and civil groups to deepen transparency and reform Nigeria’s anti-corruption campaign.
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NDIC Moves to Deepen CIBN Partnership on Banking Risks

NDIC and CIBN deepen partnership to build banking sector resilience through training, ethics, and innovation against emerging risks.
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Nigeria’s World Cup Bid Strengthened After CAF Changes Rules

CAF’s revised qualification format revives Nigeria’s World Cup qualification hopes, giving the Super Eagles a crucial lifeline to reach 2026.
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Naira Holds Steady as Dollar Trades Around ₦1,472 Amid Market Jitters

The dollar to naira exchange rate today steadies at ₦1,472, supported by improved liquidity and cautious CBN intervention.
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Nigeria’s Deepening Poverty Crisis Sparks ADC Concern

139 million Nigerians now live in poverty despite Tinubu’s reforms; rural areas suffer highest deprivation.
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Nigeria, COMAC in Talks to Boost Local Airline Fleet

Nigeria and COMAC move closer to an aircraft partnership that could transform local aviation through affordable fleet expansion and training initiatives.
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Government Orders 30-Day Deadline for Unused TETFund Grants

Nigeria’s government has issued a 30-day ultimatum to universities and polytechnics to account for unused TETFund allocations or risk severe sanctions.
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Tinubu Explains Choice of Amupitan as INEC Chairman

Tinubu defends appointing Prof. Sani Amupitan as INEC chairman, citing his integrity, legal expertise, and focus on electoral reform.
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Nigeria Opens $400m Otakikpo Terminal to Boost Oil Exports

Nigeria commissions a $400 million Otakikpo terminal to expand crude exports, ease evacuation, and boost indigenous participation in the oil sector.
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Immigration Officer Pays N2.5m Ransom Before Wife’s Rescue

Immigration officer pays N2.5m ransom before wife’s rescue in Badagry after joint Police and Immigration operation stormed kidnappers’ den.
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Nigeria Alarmed as 4,000 Young Women Contract HIV Weekly

The AIDS Healthcare Foundation warns that over 4,000 young women contract HIV weekly, urging urgent action to expand healthcare and education access.
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Lagos Assembly Budgets N55.4bn for Lawmakers’ Quarters, Complex Beautification in 2026

KEY POINTS Lagos Assembly plans to spend N55.4bn in 2026 on lawmakers’ quarters and...
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Fresh Benue Attack Leaves 13 Dead as Gunmen Torch Market, Abduct Women

KEY POINTS Gunmen killed 13 people in an attack on Anwase Market in Kwande...
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Lassa Fever Outbreak Hits Plateau as State Confirms 11 Cases, Four Deaths

KEY POINTS Plateau State has confirmed 11 Lassa fever cases and four deaths across...
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JOHESU Suspends 84-Day Nationwide Strike After Fresh Agreement With Federal Government

KEY POINTS JOHESU has suspended its nationwide strike after 84 days, following a conciliation...

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