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Nine Rescued, Five Revived in Lagos High-Rise Fire

Nine rescued and five revived after a Lagos high-rise fire, sparking new safety concerns in Nigeria’s bustling commercial capital.

Nigerian Sentenced in $6 Million U.S. Fraud Case

Nigerian Ehis Akhimie sentenced to more than eight years in U.S. prison over $6 million inheritance fraud targeting elderly victims

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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Nine Rescued, Five Revived in Lagos High-Rise Fire

Nine rescued and five revived after a Lagos high-rise fire, sparking new safety concerns in Nigeria’s bustling commercial capital.

Nigerian Sentenced in $6 Million U.S. Fraud Case

Nigerian Ehis Akhimie sentenced to more than eight years in U.S. prison over $6 million inheritance fraud targeting elderly victims

Bandits Abduct 40 Worshippers in Zamfara Mosque Attack

Bandits kidnapped 40 worshippers during prayers in Zamfara, exposing collapse of peace deals in the troubled North-West region.

Dangote Says Refinery Ends Nigeria’s 50-Year Fuel Queues

Dangote refinery marks one year of petrol production, easing Nigeria’s 50-year fuel queues, cutting pump prices, creating jobs, and boosting industrialisation efforts.