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Finance Ministry, contractors clash again over outstanding debt

Nigeria's Finance Ministry says it processed N700bn to 1,240 local contractors, but protesting members of AICAN insist most of them have received no payment.
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Xenophobia: Nigeria weighs sanctions against South Africa

Nigeria says it is weighing sanctions against South Africa over renewed xenophobic attacks on Nigerians, warning that a review of bilateral privileges is not off the table.
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Two Nigerians Dead, Two Rescued After Mediterranean Shipwreck

Two Nigerians were rescued while two others died after a migrant boat capsized off Libya, the IOM confirms.
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Nigeria Bans Sachet Alcohol and Small Bottles to Curb Abuse

Nigeria bans sachet and small-bottle alcohol. Enforcement begins January 2026 to reduce misuse and protect public health.
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Southeast Nigeria Gripped by Violence as Amnesty Counts 1,800 Dead

Amnesty International reports over 1,800 deaths in southeast Nigeria, blaming both separatists and security forces for widespread violence.
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Dickson, Amaechi Raise Alarm Over Election Fraud Ahead of 2027

Dickson and Amaechi warn election rigging is a coup against democracy, urging stronger reforms before Nigeria’s 2027 elections.
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US Congress Moves to Sanction Miyetti Allah Over Religious Freedom Violations

US lawmakers plan sanctions on Miyetti Allah over alleged Christian persecution, as Nigeria opens talks to ease tension.
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US Military Drafts Airstrike Plans for Nigeria After Trump’s Warning

The U.S. military prepared airstrike plans for Nigeria after Trump’s order to protect Christians from extremist violence.
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31 U.S. Congress Members Commend Trump for Nigeria’s CPC Tag

U.S. lawmakers praise Trump for reinstating Nigeria’s CPC tag, citing protection of Christians and global defense of religious freedom.
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Nigeria Denies Christian Persecution, Cites Foreign Lobbyists

KEY POINTS Nigeria denies Christian genocide allegations, calls them misleading. Government says 13,500 terrorists...
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U.S. Congress Targets 12 Nigerian Governors Over Religious Persecution Claims

U.S. Congress debates sanctions on Nigerian officials accused of religious persecution as Tinubu defends Nigeria’s constitutional rights.
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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.
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Heavy security as Lekki Tollgate braces for EndSARS memorial

Heavy security as Lekki Tollgate braces for EndSARS memorial
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EndSARS at 5: Justice Still Out of Reach for Victims

Five years after the #EndSARS protests, the scars of police brutality and state violence remain. Judicial panels sat, reports were written, but victims still wait for justice.
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Finance Ministry, contractors clash again over outstanding debt

Nigeria's Finance Ministry says it processed N700bn to 1,240 local contractors, but protesting members of AICAN insist most of them have received no payment.
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Xenophobia: Nigeria weighs sanctions against South Africa

Nigeria says it is weighing sanctions against South Africa over renewed xenophobic attacks on Nigerians, warning that a review of bilateral privileges is not off the table.
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Agriculture records 3.15 percent GDP growth to N11.87trillion in first quarter

Nigeria's agricultural sector grew 3.15 percent year-on-year to N11.87trn in the first quarter of 2026, with crop production leading the gains at N8.9trn, the NBS says.
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Nigeria among world’s most expensive countries for airline operations, says IATA

IATA has named Nigeria one of the world's most expensive countries for airline operations, blaming high taxes and charges that keep local carriers from competing.