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Kaduna Church Attack: 177 Worshippers Kidnapped, Families Traumatized

177 churchgoers, including children, were kidnapped in Kaduna. Families fled. Security agencies and rights groups demand urgent action.

DSS Tightens Grip On Malami In Terror Financing Case

DSS is seeking a court order to keep former Attorney-General Abubakar Malami in custody over alleged terror financing issues.

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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Kaduna Church Attack: 177 Worshippers Kidnapped, Families Traumatized

177 churchgoers, including children, were kidnapped in Kaduna. Families fled. Security agencies and rights groups demand urgent action.

DSS Tightens Grip On Malami In Terror Financing Case

DSS is seeking a court order to keep former Attorney-General Abubakar Malami in custody over alleged terror financing issues.

Nigeria Cuts Cooking Gas Imports As Local Plants Supply 87%

Nigeria produced 87 percent of its cooking gas in 2025 as local refineries cut imports and improved supply nationwide.

FG Plans To Borrow ₦900bn In January As Debt Pressure Grows

Nigeria’s government plans to raise ₦900bn from bonds in January 2026, doubling last year’s borrowing amid rising debt pressure.