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Africa CDC has warned that 10 countries, including Kenya, Tanzania, and Ethiopia, are at risk amid a spreading Ebola outbreak in Central and East Africa, urging stronger surveillance, border control, and regional cooperation to contain the virus.
May 24, 2026
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President Bola Tinubu has won the APC presidential primary for the 2027 election, defeating his sole challenger Stanley Osifo by a wide margin in a party-wide direct voting exercise widely seen as a strong endorsement of his candidacy.
May 24, 2026
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World Bank data shows Nigeria’s debt exposure to the International Development Association (IDA) fell slightly by $200 million to $18.5 billion in Q1 2026, though it remains 6.9% higher year-on-year, keeping Nigeria among the world’s largest concessional borrowers.
May 24, 2026
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The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) has dismissed concerns over porous borders, saying official entry points are properly secured and monitored as part of efforts to prevent Ebola transmission and strengthen border control through improved surveillance and screening systems.
May 24, 2026
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Nigeria’s economy has long been driven by crude oil revenue, which has supported government spending and growth but also created vulnerability to global price shocks, with ongoing policy efforts now focused on diversifying into agriculture, manufacturing, and services to reduce dependence on a single commodity.
May 24, 2026
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Okopi Agu has been selected as the African Action Congress (AAC) candidate for the Otukpo Federal Constituency in Benue State, pledging to focus his campaign on improved representation, accountability, and better public service delivery ahead of the next general elections.
May 24, 2026
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Omoyele Sowore has led hundreds of protesters in Abuja under the “Save Jabi Lake” campaign, demanding an end to alleged illegal land grabbing around Jabi Lake and calling for greater transparency in the management and protection of public spaces in the FCT.
May 24, 2026
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An Ogun State High Court has sentenced Chukwuemeka Iheamama to 12 years in prison for child trafficking and the exploitation of two minors, following his conviction for recruiting and subjecting them to forced labour.
May 24, 2026
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President Bola Tinubu says the APC 2026 primaries demonstrate strong internal democracy, praising party members, governors and officials for conducting a peaceful and well-organised electoral process nationwide.
May 23, 2026
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Donald Trump says the US and Iran are “getting a lot closer” to an agreement but warns of severe consequences if negotiations fail, as both sides continue high-stakes talks over Middle East tensions.
May 23, 2026
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Edo Police Command has rescued all 13 passengers abducted along the Benin–Lagos expressway after coordinated operations involving drones, surveillance and gun battles with suspected kidnappers.
May 23, 2026
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Hull City secured promotion to the Premier League after a last-minute Oli McBurnie goal sealed a 1–0 win over Middlesbrough in a dramatic Championship play-off final at Wembley Stadium.
May 23, 2026