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“He suffered because he was poor”: Lawyers say police broke the law by detaining Oyo student over N8,000

New details show the N8,000 debt Oyo police said was irrelevant appears on Al-Amin Mohammed's charge sheet, as lawyers say detaining a debtor is illegal.
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Plateau women block Jos-Mangu highway after gunmen kill three vigilantes, including youth leader, on night patrol

Women and youths in Kassa community, Barkin Ladi, blocked the Jos-Mangu highway for hours on Friday after gunmen killed three vigilantes, including the youth leader.

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Rising Construction Costs in Nigeria Threaten Housing Affordability

Construction costs in Nigeria skyrocket due to economic challenges, with calls for government action to mitigate impacts on housing and infrastructure.
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NLNG Empowers Female Journalists with Digital Skills

NLNG's #NLNGChangeYourStory workshop equips female journalists with essential digital skills to enhance gender-based reporting in Nigeria.
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UBEC Flags Critical Learning Crisis in Nigeria, Calls for Immediate Action

Nigeria faces a dire learning crisis, with urgent calls for action to revitalize education and implement inclusive language policies.
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NDLEA Seizes Over 14 Tonnes Kilos of ‘Ghanaian Loud’, Arrests Key Suspect

The NDLEA intercepts a massive haul of cannabis smuggled from Ghana to Lagos, arresting a 66-year-old driver linked to a notorious drug baron.
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Lagos Education Crisis: 12,000+ Illegal Schools Compromise Learning Quality

Amid Lagos' economic growth, over 12,000 illegal schools operate, risking the quality of education and underscoring the need for infrastructural reform.
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Gunmen Kill Traditional Ruler in Kwara, Abduct Wife, Two Others

The Olukoro of Koro in Kwara State was killed by gunmen, who also abducted his wife and two others, sparking outrage.
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NANS Demands Action on the Kidnapping of Teachers, Students in Ekiti

NANS calls for immediate action on Ekiti kidnappings, highlighting the need for stronger security measures in Nigerian schools
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AoDSA Launches in Nigeria, Set to Transform Digital Learning Landscape

The Academy Of Digital Skills Academy (AoDSA) unveils an innovative personalized learning platform, aiming to revolutionize IT education in Nigeria and equip youths with 21st-century digital skills.
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Kebbi’s Bold N9 Billion Education Revamp

Kebbi State's massive N9 billion educational overhaul focuses on reducing out-of-school children and enhancing teaching quality.
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Arewa Think Tank and CSOs Endorse CBN, FAAN Relocation Amidst Political Debate

Leaders from Northern Nigeria rally in support of President Tinubu’s economic reforms and the strategic relocation of federal agencies, marking a pivotal moment in national unity.
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Ogun State Confronts Alarming Crime Surge, Government Takes Action

Ogun State faces an upsurge in crime, including cult wars and kidnappings, prompting urgent action from government and community leaders.
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Afenifere Urges President Tinubu to Tackle Insecurity Crisis

In response to the rising kidnapping menace, Afenifere implores President Tinubu to convene a crucial meeting with community leaders and stakeholders to strategize on national security solutions.
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“He suffered because he was poor”: Lawyers say police broke the law by detaining Oyo student over N8,000

New details show the N8,000 debt Oyo police said was irrelevant appears on Al-Amin Mohammed's charge sheet, as lawyers say detaining a debtor is illegal.
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Plateau women block Jos-Mangu highway after gunmen kill three vigilantes, including youth leader, on night patrol

Women and youths in Kassa community, Barkin Ladi, blocked the Jos-Mangu highway for hours on Friday after gunmen killed three vigilantes, including the youth leader.
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How Aliko Dangote’s refinery turned Nigeria into a petrol exporter worth nearly N1 trillion in six months

Aliko Dangote's refinery has turned Nigeria from a heavy petrol importer into an exporter earning N998.5 billion in the first half of 2026, NBS data show.
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Obi insists he left Anambra debt-free, says World Bank loans were federal support drawn after he left office

Peter Obi says he never borrowed money or issued bonds as Anambra governor, rejecting the state government's claim that his tenure left N127.4 billion in external debt.