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Borno Makes Repentant Terrorists Swear on Quran Before Rejoining Society

KEY POINTS Borno says repentant terrorists must swear on the Quran before rejoining society. The state says nearly 9,000 former insurgents have completed rehabilitation so far. Officials identified inadequate funding as a major challenge affecting the reintegration programme. The Borno State Government has revealed that...

May 13, 2026

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Plateau Governor Cracks Down on Night Grazing, Mining After Fresh Killings

KEY POINTS Plateau Governor Caleb Mutfwang has banned night grazing and night mining after deadly attacks in Barkin Ladi and Bassa. Mining activities must now end by 5 p.m., while underage children are barred from herding livestock. The governor ordered security agencies to intensify...

May 13, 2026

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Marafa Backs Trump’s Threat Of Military Action Against Nigeria

Kabiru Marafa backs Donald Trump’s threat of military action in Nigeria, claiming the warning could force stronger action on insecurity.

December 4, 2025

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US Issues Visa Ban On Nigerians Linked To Anti-Christian Violence

The United States announces new visa restrictions for Nigerians accused of involvement in anti-Christian violence and religious freedom abuses.

December 4, 2025

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Senate Opens Inquiry Into Funding of Safe Schools Initiative

The Senate opens a broad probe into Safe Schools Initiative funding as continued school attacks raise urgent questions over accountability and implementation.

December 4, 2025

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Auditor Faults NNPC Over £14 Million London Office Spending

Nigeria’s auditor flags £14.3 million in unverified spending at NNPC’s London office, intensifying scrutiny of the oil company’s financial controls

December 3, 2025

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PDP Issues Expulsion Certificates to Wike, Fayose and Nine Others

PDP has issued expulsion certificates to 11 top figures, including Wike and Fayose, as the party tightens internal discipline.

December 3, 2025

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Caverton Unveils Nigeria’s First Electric Ferry

Caverton launches Nigeria’s first electric ferry as it moves toward cleaner marine transport and strengthens its position in the country’s waterway transport sector

December 3, 2025

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19 Kidnapped as Gunmen Target Rivers Students and Imo Bus

Gunmen abduct Rivers university students and seize a passenger bus in Imo as lawmakers demand stronger federal action.

December 3, 2025

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US Lawmakers Challenge Nigeria’s Position on Attacks Against Christians

US lawmakers question Nigeria’s stance on Christian killings as a joint congressional probe examines violence, sanctions and pressure on Abuja.

December 3, 2025

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Dangote Cement Shares Jump 10 Percent in Fresh Rally

Dangote Cement shares jumped 10 percent today, fueled by investor optimism, strong earnings, and expectations of continued growth in Nigeria’s cement market.

December 3, 2025

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BOI Disburses N1.27 Trillion Across Key Sectors

BOI disbursed N1.27 trillion across 14 sectors, strengthening industrial growth and supporting nearly 900,000 jobs through expanded credit programs.

December 3, 2025

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South Africa Jails Nigerian, Accomplice for Drug Crimes

A South African court has jailed a Nigerian and his accomplice for running a drug trafficking network uncovered through a multi-agency investigation.

December 3, 2025

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NCC Pushes Universities to Teach Intellectual Property

The NCC is pushing universities to embed intellectual property studies in their curricula to strengthen innovation, digital rights protection, and future-ready skills.

December 2, 2025