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Gunmen Storm Benue Palace, Kill Traditional Ruler, Family and Two Others

KEY POINTS Gunmen killed a traditional ruler, his wife, son, and two others in a palace attack in Benue. Attackers disguised themselves and spoke the local language to avoid suspicion before striking. Five people died, one was injured, and security agencies have begun investigations. Gunmen...

Kidnapped Lagos Woman Freed After Family Pays $17,500 Ransom

KEY POINTS A Lagos woman was kidnapped from her home in a late-night attack by armed men. Kidnappers demanded ₦60 million, later converted to dollars, and negotiated through an intermediary. She was released after her family paid $17,500 ransom despite involvement of security agencies. Mrs....

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PDP Presses Ahead With Ibadan Convention Despite Court Disputes

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Gunmen Storm Benue Palace, Kill Traditional Ruler, Family and Two Others

KEY POINTS Gunmen killed a traditional ruler, his wife, son, and two others in...

Kidnapped Lagos Woman Freed After Family Pays $17,500 Ransom

KEY POINTS A Lagos woman was kidnapped from her home in a late-night attack...

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More than 11,000 Nigerians have applied to sail on a Nigerian Navy warship, blowing past expectations and forcing officials to draw up a selection plan.

NNPC denies selling refinery scrap, warns public against fraudsters

NNPC Limited has denied selling scrap materials, equipment or components from its three refineries, warning the public against fraudsters posing as company agents.