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US Lawmakers Seek Sanctions Over Nigeria Religious Violations

US lawmakers propose sanctions over Nigeria religious freedom violations, citing killings and attacks while calling for visa bans and asset freezes.

February 11, 2026

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Air Chief Warns Against Coup Plot as Nigeria Eyes 2027 Polls

Air Chief condemns alleged coup plot, pledging legal action against any personnel found attempting to subvert Nigeria’s democratic government.

February 11, 2026

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Air Peace Aircraft Hits Antelope on Asaba Runway

An Air Peace plane collided with an antelope at Asaba Airport during a short taxi, causing a grounding and delays as investigators are examining runway safety.

May 12, 2025

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Two Dispatch Riders Killed as Container Trucks Collide on Eko Bridge

KEY POINTS Two dispatch riders were crushed to death on Eko Bridge in Lagos...

May 12, 2025

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NIMC Raises NIN Service Fees, Date of Birth Correction Now Costs ₦28,574

KEY POINTS NIMC has increased the fee for correcting a date of birth on...

May 12, 2025

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Borno Governor Zulum Bans Petrol Sales in Bama LGA

KEY POINTS Governor Babagana Zulum has banned petrol sales in Bama LGA, including Bama...

May 10, 2025

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Satirical Post: Akpoti-Uduaghan Asks Court to Reject Akpabio’s Motion

Akpoti-Uduaghan asks court to dismiss Akpabio’s request over a satirical Facebook post about her suspension from the Senate.

May 10, 2025

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Gunman Killed After Deadly Attack on Imo Highway

Security forces killed a gunman linked to the deadly ambush that claimed several lives on the Okigwe-Owerri highway.

May 10, 2025

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Nigeria’s Local AI Startups Rise as Foreign Tech Giants Eye West African Market

KEY POINTS Nigerian AI startups are building localized tech solutions for agriculture, healthcare, and...

May 10, 2025

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EFCC Arraigns Lagos Business Executive Over Alleged $680,000 Fraud

KEY POINTS EFCC arraigned Olalekan Adewoye and his companies for allegedly defrauding a German...

May 9, 2025

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JAMB Releases 2025 UTME Results, Withholds Nearly 40,000 Over Suspected Malpractice

KEY POINTS JAMB released results for over 1.9 million 2025 UTME candidates but withheld...

May 9, 2025

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Atiku Faces Uncertainty Over PDP as 2027 Looms

Despite internal strife, PDP remains Atiku’s most viable path to Aso Rock.

May 9, 2025

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Leo XIV Becomes First American Pope With Global Vision

Pope Leo XIV, formerly Cardinal Robert Prevost of Chicago, has become the first American pope. His path to the papacy is one of devotion, humility, and global service.

May 9, 2025

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2025 UTME: JAMB to Release Results Friday

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) will release the 2025 UTME results this morning in Abuja, following dismal performance data from over 1.9 million candidates.

May 9, 2025