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Yahaya Bello Money Laundering Trial Adjourned to May 6

KEY POINTS The court adjourned Yahaya Bello’s alleged money laundering trial to May 6–7,...

April 25, 2026

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EFCC Arrests Former Skye Bank Chairman Tunde Ayeni Over Alleged ₦36.5bn Fraud

KEY POINTS EFCC arrested former Skye Bank chairman Tunde Ayeni over alleged ₦36.5bn and...

April 25, 2026

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Niger Delta Leaders Push Jonathan to Back Tinubu in 2027

Niger Delta leaders, led by Tompolo, are pressuring former President Goodluck Jonathan to drop his rumored 2027 presidential ambition.

October 24, 2025

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Election Integrity Non Negotiable, Says INEC Chairman Amupitan

INEC Chairman Prof. Joash Amupitan pledges to restore voter confidence and protect Nigeria’s democracy through credible, transparent elections.

October 24, 2025

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Dangote Refinery IPO May Make Him Africa’s First $100B Man

Aliko Dangote’s refinery listing could push his fortune past $100 billion, marking a new chapter in Africa’s industrial story.

October 24, 2025

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Nnamdi Kanu to Defend Himself as Lawyers Withdraw

Nnamdi Kanu takes over his legal defence after his lawyers withdraw, vowing to represent himself in his ongoing terrorism trial

October 23, 2025

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Governor Bago Declares War on Bandits, Unveils Security Force

Niger Governor refuses ransom and plans 10,000 task force recruits to strengthen security and curb bandit attacks.

October 23, 2025

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Nnamdi Kanu Drops Lawyers, To Defend Himself In Court

Nnamdi Kanu has taken over his own defence after his lawyers withdrew from the terrorism trial, challenging the Federal High Court’s jurisdiction

October 23, 2025

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Troops Crush Boko Haram, ISWAP Fighters in Borno and Yobe

Nigerian troops repelled Boko Haram and ISWAP attacks in Borno and Yobe, killing more than 50 fighters and recovering heavy weapons after fierce battles.

October 23, 2025

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Dangote’s Net Worth Nears $30 Billion as Fortune Hits $29.8B

Aliko Dangote’s net worth climbs to $29.8 billion, driven by gains in his cement and refinery ventures as he edges closer to the $30 billion mark.

October 22, 2025

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NCDC Reports 172 Deaths as Lassa Fever Spreads Across Nigeria

The NCDC says 172 Nigerians have died from Lassa fever across 21 states. Ondo, Edo, and Bauchi lead in infections as the fatality rate climbs to 18.6 percent, surpassing last year’s figure.

October 22, 2025

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DSS Warns of ISWAP Plot to Attack Ondo and Kogi Communities

The Department of State Services has issued a security alert warning that Islamic State West Africa Province militants are planning coordinated attacks on parts of Ondo and Kogi states.

October 22, 2025

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NLC Warns FG: Resolve Education Crisis in Four Weeks or Face Shutdown

The Nigeria Labour Congress and education unions have given the Federal Government a four-week deadline to end the ongoing crisis in the sector or face nationwide action.

October 21, 2025

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Tear Gas, Arrests as #FreeNnamdiKanu Protest Paralyzes Abuja

Tear gas and arrests marked the #FreeNnamdiKanu protest in Abuja as police clashed with Sowore-led demonstrators, disrupting movement across the capital.

October 21, 2025