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State police amendment clears 24 state assemblies, sending it toward Tinubu for assent

Twenty four of 36 state assemblies have approved the state police amendment, meeting the two thirds requirement and sending it to Tinubu for assent.

Police arrest seven suspected kidnappers and recover body of Abuja victim abducted in August

Police have arrested seven suspected kidnappers in Abuja and Kaduna and recovered the body of Oluwadamilola Adedayo, abducted in Kuje in August, from the gang’s forest camp.

Nigerian Leaders Demand Sanctions Over Minors’ Arraignment

Prominent Nigerians criticize officials over the harsh treatment of young protesters, pushing for accountability and sanctioning key figures.

Tinubu Directs Immediate Release Of Minors #EndBadGovernance Protesters

EndBadGovernance protests: President Tinubu orders 'immediate release' of minors arrested, welfare secured.

Council of State Backs Tinubu Amidst National Tensions

The Nigerian Council of State has unanimously passed a vote of confidence in President Bola Tinubu's administration, amid national protests and growing tensions. The Council emphasized that any change in government must occur through democratic means, not insurrection.

Protest Leader Deji Adeyanju Secures Release of 26 Protesters and Journalists

Deji Adeyanju secures the release of 26 detained protesters and journalists after nationwide protests, urging the release of all others still held.

Nigeria Warns Foreign Powers Against Interference Amid Economic Protests

The Nigerian government warns foreign countries against interference amid economic protests, emphasizing sovereignty and seeking international support to address challenges.

Mixed Reactions Follow President Tinubu’s Protest Broadcast

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

Nigerian Equities Market Suffers Major Loss Amid Protest Week

The Nigerian equities market suffered its highest daily loss amid a week of nationwide protests, highlighting investor concerns over the country's socio-political and economic stability.

Nigeria Protests Erupt Over Phone Disconnections, NIN-SIM Mandate

Protests erupt in Nigeria over phone disconnections linked to the NIN-SIM mandate, causing widespread frustration and clashes between telcos and subscribers.

Nigeria Lawmakers Flee Abroad Ahead of August 1 Protests

Ahead of August 1 protests, Nigerian lawmakers flee abroad citing fears of violence and inadequate security amidst growing unrest.

Police Warn of Foreign Mercenaries Plotting to Hijack Protests

Nigerian IGP Egbetokun warns of foreign mercenaries plotting to hijack planned protests, urging citizens to exercise caution and outlining steps for a peaceful demonstration.

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State police amendment clears 24 state assemblies, sending it toward Tinubu for assent

Twenty four of 36 state assemblies have approved the state police amendment, meeting the two thirds requirement and sending it to Tinubu for assent.

Police arrest seven suspected kidnappers and recover body of Abuja victim abducted in August

Police have arrested seven suspected kidnappers in Abuja and Kaduna and recovered the body of Oluwadamilola Adedayo, abducted in Kuje in August, from the gang’s forest camp.

Access, UBA, Fidelity H1 Results Stuck as CBN Steps Up Scrutiny of Banks’ Asset-Quality

The publication of audited Half-Year (H1) 2026 financial statements for top Tier-1 and Tier-2...

Nigeria Arrests 2 Suspects in Global Cybercrime Sweep Tied to $2.4 Million Fraud

Nigerian authorities arrested two cybercrime suspects in an INTERPOL-coordinated operation, one linked to an investment scam that moved more than $2.4 million, the agency said.