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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.

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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AU Experts Meet in Abuja to Strengthen Peace, Security

African Union experts meet in Abuja to discuss stronger regional frameworks, improve early warning systems, and reinforce Africa’s collective peace and security strategy.

13 Ships Headed to Lagos With Petroleum Products

Seventeen ships are expected at Lagos ports this week, with 13 carrying petroleum products, as NPA reports increased shipping traffic

U.S. Congress Targets 12 Nigerian Governors Over Religious Persecution Claims

U.S. Congress debates sanctions on Nigerian officials accused of religious persecution as Tinubu defends Nigeria’s constitutional rights.

Peter Obi Faults Government Over Rising Insecurity, Urges U.S. Cooperation

Peter Obi blames poor leadership for Nigeria’s insecurity and calls for U.S. cooperation to ease diplomatic tension.

Adeleke Calls for U.S. Support to Tackle Nigeria’s Terrorism Crisis

Osun Governor Ademola Adeleke calls for U.S. and global support to help Nigeria confront rising terrorism and insecurity.

Lagos Urges Supreme Court to Restore Dr. Olaleye’s Conviction

Lagos appeals to Supreme Court to reinstate Olaleye’s conviction for defiling his wife’s 16-year-old niece after his acquittal by the Court of Appeal.

FCT Resident Doctors Extend Strike Over Unmet Demands

FCT resident doctors extend their strike, demanding payment of salary arrears, training funds, and hospital upgrades despite government assurances.

Nigeria’s Security Chiefs to Address Trump’s Genocide Remarks

Nigeria’s security chiefs will address Trump’s genocide remarks as President Tinubu reaffirms the nation’s commitment to religious freedom and unity.

GenCos Lose N2.3 Trillion to Stranded Power Capacity

Nigeria’s power producers have lost over N2.3 trillion to stranded capacity caused by persistent grid failures and weak market structures

Tinubu’s 15% Fuel Tariff Sparks Public Outcry

The 15 percent fuel import tariff sparks nationwide concern as Nigerians brace for possible fuel price hikes and renewed inflation pressure.

NELFUND Disburses ₦116bn After One Million Loan Applications

NELFUND disburses ₦116 billion after one million loan applications, marking a milestone in Nigeria’s higher-education access and reform drive.

Nigeria’s Weather Agency Warns of Dust Haze, Thunderstorms

NiMet warns of dust haze and thunderstorms across Nigeria, urging citizens to prepare as the dry season intensifies.

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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.

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.

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.

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.