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“He suffered because he was poor”: Lawyers say police broke the law by detaining Oyo student over N8,000

New details show the N8,000 debt Oyo police said was irrelevant appears on Al-Amin Mohammed's charge sheet, as lawyers say detaining a debtor is illegal.
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Plateau women block Jos-Mangu highway after gunmen kill three vigilantes, including youth leader, on night patrol

Women and youths in Kassa community, Barkin Ladi, blocked the Jos-Mangu highway for hours on Friday after gunmen killed three vigilantes, including the youth leader.
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Why Exporters Are Struggling

Nigeria’s nonoild export growth is stifled by rising costs, high interest rates and policy restrictions.
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APC Criticizes Amaechi’s Call for Protests as ‘Unpatriotic’

The APC has condemned Rotimi Amaechi’s call for protests, describing it as unpatriotic and urging Nigerians to support President Tinubu's economic reforms.
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ExxonMobil’s $10 Billion Investment in Nigeria to Boost Oil Output

ExxonMobil is investing $10 billion in Nigeria’s deepwater oil assets to unlock 180,000 bpd of production, signaling a major boost for the country's oil sector and economy.
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Nigeria Fights Paris Court Seizure of Presidential Jets in Legal Dispute

Nigeria battles in Paris court to reclaim seized presidential jets amid a $60 million dispute with a Chinese company.
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Petrol Imports from Malta Surge 342% Amid Dangote, NNPC Rift

Nigeria's petrol imports from Malta have surged by 342% amid a rift between Dangote and NNPC. The increase underscores the need for reforms in the energy sector.
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Government Urges Patience Amid Protests, Pledges to Address Economic Issues

The Nigerian government appeals for patience and dialogue as nationwide protests loom, pledging to address the economic issues causing public discontent.
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Dangote Refinery Set to Disrupt 90 European Refineries

The Dangote Refinery, with its capacity to produce 650,000 barrels per day, threatens to disrupt 90 European refineries and shift global oil market dynamics
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Nigeria’s Cocoa Plants Struggle, Operating at Just 8% Capacity

Nigeria's cocoa processing plants struggle with infrastructure and financial challenges, operating at just 8% capacity. Efforts to revitalize the sector are underway.
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Nigeria’s Inflation Battle Intensifies as MPC Meets

Nigeria's inflation battle intensifies as the MPC meets to decide on measures to curb rising prices. Key areas include interest rates, currency stability, and food security.
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New Waivers Set to Lower Drug Costs in Nigeria

New waivers on pharmaceutical imports in Nigeria are expected to significantly reduce drug costs, improving healthcare affordability and accessibility.
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Nigeria Distributes Rice Nationwide to Combat Food Shortage Crisis

Nigeria’s government distributes 740 trucks of rice to all states and the FCT, addressing rising food insecurity and economic hardship.
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ECOWAS Court Finds Nigerian Government Violated Rights During #EndSARS Protests

The ECOWAS Court has ruled that Nigerian security forces violated the human rights of #EndSARS protesters in 2020. The court ordered compensation for victims and an investigation into the abuses.
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“He suffered because he was poor”: Lawyers say police broke the law by detaining Oyo student over N8,000

New details show the N8,000 debt Oyo police said was irrelevant appears on Al-Amin Mohammed's charge sheet, as lawyers say detaining a debtor is illegal.
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Plateau women block Jos-Mangu highway after gunmen kill three vigilantes, including youth leader, on night patrol

Women and youths in Kassa community, Barkin Ladi, blocked the Jos-Mangu highway for hours on Friday after gunmen killed three vigilantes, including the youth leader.
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How Aliko Dangote’s refinery turned Nigeria into a petrol exporter worth nearly N1 trillion in six months

Aliko Dangote's refinery has turned Nigeria from a heavy petrol importer into an exporter earning N998.5 billion in the first half of 2026, NBS data show.
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Obi insists he left Anambra debt-free, says World Bank loans were federal support drawn after he left office

Peter Obi says he never borrowed money or issued bonds as Anambra governor, rejecting the state government's claim that his tenure left N127.4 billion in external debt.