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Kwara kidnap victims beg for rescue in new video, say they’ve been held since February

A new video shows Kwara State kidnap victims, gaunt and exhausted, pleading directly to state governments for rescue more than two months after their abduction.
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Catholic diocese says 24 killed in Easter Sunday attack on Kebbi village, contradicts police count

The Catholic Diocese of Kontagora says 24 people were killed in an Easter Sunday attack on a Kebbi village, six times the number police initially confirmed.

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Nigerian Navy Rescues Crew From Distressed Vessel

The Nigerian Navy rescued 10 crew members from MV SEMA III, reinforcing maritime safety and demonstrating rapid response capabilities along Nigeria’s southeastern coastal waters
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Cosmas Maduka Says Coscharis Could Make Him Worth $5 Billion if Listed

Cosmas Maduka says his Coscharis Group could make him worth $5 billion if listed, after 50 years of business growth.
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PFN, Islamic Council Clash Over Claims of Christian Genocide in Nigeria

PFN and Islamic Council clash over claims of Christian genocide as Trump’s remarks spark fresh debate on Nigeria’s security crisis.
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CANMPEF Warns Inflation, Taxes Threaten Industrial Growth

CANMPEF warns inflation, taxes, and forex issues threaten Nigeria’s industrial stability despite modest growth in 2024.
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NYSC Extends Batch ‘C’ Registration to Nov. 11

The NYSC has extended Batch ‘C’ registration until November 11, allowing more prospective corps members time to complete their applications online.
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Fear and Bloodshed Grip Benue as Herders Launch New Attacks

Seventeen killed in a month as armed herders continue attacks in Benue State, forcing residents to flee their communities.
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LAUTECH Shuts Iseyin Campus for Two Weeks After Student’s Death

LAUTECH closes its Iseyin campus for two weeks after a student was killed by a hit-and-run driver, sparking protests.
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Nigeria Leaders Reject Trump’s Remarks On Sovereignty

Nigeria pushes back against Trump as northern leaders and political figures condemn his comments and defend the country’s sovereignty and diplomatic standing
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Nigerian Army Honors Late Chief Lt.-Gen. Lagbaja

The Nigerian Army marked one year since Lt.-Gen. Lagbaja’s passing with Jumaat prayers, honoring his leadership and calling for continued support for the military.
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Okonjo-Iweala Denies Viral Post Criticising Tinubu Over Security

Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala denies a fake social media post attacking Tinubu, warning against misinformation amid Nigeria’s ongoing security crisis.
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Yakubu Gowon University Names New Vice Chancellor

Professor Hakeem Fawehinmi has been appointed vice chancellor of Yakubu Gowon University, signaling a new phase of stability and academic leadership
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Femi Otedola’s Net Worth Rises to $1.6 Billion on Geregu Power, First HoldCo Gains

Femi Otedola’s wealth grows to $1.6 billion on strong Geregu Power and First HoldCo performance.
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Kwara kidnap victims beg for rescue in new video, say they’ve been held since February

A new video shows Kwara State kidnap victims, gaunt and exhausted, pleading directly to state governments for rescue more than two months after their abduction.
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Catholic diocese says 24 killed in Easter Sunday attack on Kebbi village, contradicts police count

The Catholic Diocese of Kontagora says 24 people were killed in an Easter Sunday attack on a Kebbi village, six times the number police initially confirmed.
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Nigeria’s rent crisis: Families flee cities as landlords double, triple prices with no warning

Across Nigeria's major cities, families are being priced out of their homes by rent hikes that sometimes double overnight, with little legal protection.
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Nigeria’s 63 percent poverty rate defies inflation easing

Nigeria's poverty rate climbed to 63 percent in 2025 even as inflation declined sharply, the World Bank said in its April 2026 Nigeria Development Update.