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Cross River police arrest vigilante over $5,000 robbery and shooting

Cross River police have arrested a vigilante member accused of shooting a villager in Etung and robbing him of $5,000; a locally made pistol was recovered.

NAFDAC finds methanol and cannabis in Ondo drinks that killed 48 people

NAFDAC lab tests found high concentrations of methanol and cannabis in herbal concoctions blamed for 48 deaths and seven cases of blindness in Ondo State.

Bakare Criticizes Tinubu’s Leadership in Scathing Easter Address

Pastor Tunde Bakare criticizes President Tinubu’s leadership, urging a change in approach and highlighting economic struggles under his rule.

NLC Plans Nationwide Protest Against Telecom Tariff Hike

NLC engages in extensive national protests because of the 50% rise in telecom tariffs.

NANS to FG: Address Hunger or Face More Tragic Stampedes

Fatal stampedes rise, NANS warned FG to act on hunger crisis.

Mixed Reactions Follow President Tinubu’s Protest Broadcast

Reactions are mixed to President Tinubu’s address to protesters in Nigeria.

Kano Governor Declares 24-Hour Curfew

Kano Governor Abba Yusuf declares a 24-hour curfew following violent protests against economic hardship, urging unity and compliance for safety.

 Abuja Protests: Defiant Crowds Overrun Government Complex

Thousands of determined protesters have overrun Abuja's Federal Secretariat Complex, defying security forces as they rally against economic hardships and rising tensions.

Looming Strike Threatens to Deepen Economic Hardship

Nigerian rights group CERON warns the government of a looming labor strike that could worsen the nation's economic hardship. The group urges renewed negotiations between the government and labor unions to reach a compromise on a new minimum wage. With Nigerians already struggling, a strike would further erode purchasing power and potentially lead to social unrest.

GYSAPEO Pushes for Agricultural Investment, Targets 10 Million Youths

GYSAPEO advocates for increased agricultural investment by the Nigerian government to counteract food price hikes, aiming to support 10 million youths.

Biafra Group Threatens to Stop Hunger Protests in Southeast Nigeria

The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has issued a stern warning to anyone planning...

Nigeria Customs Seizes 15 Trucks in Sokoto Amid Crackdown on Food Smuggling

Nigeria steps up action against food smuggling with truck seizures in Sokoto, as government efforts to stabilize prices intensify nationwide.

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Cross River police arrest vigilante over $5,000 robbery and shooting

Cross River police have arrested a vigilante member accused of shooting a villager in Etung and robbing him of $5,000; a locally made pistol was recovered.

NAFDAC finds methanol and cannabis in Ondo drinks that killed 48 people

NAFDAC lab tests found high concentrations of methanol and cannabis in herbal concoctions blamed for 48 deaths and seven cases of blindness in Ondo State.

Oyo school kidnap survivor tells court of 56 days without clean water

A teacher abducted from an Oriire school in May told the Federal High Court how 46 captives, including toddlers, survived 56 days on dirty water and plain rice.

Civil servants warn Oyedele over 40% allowance he promised to fund

Federal workers have written to Finance Minister Taiwo Oyedele warning that the unpaid 40% peculiar allowance and promotion arrears are building restiveness in the public service.