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The Presidency has dismissed viral reports claiming President Bola Tinubu plans to rename Nigeria the United States of Nigeria or abolish Sharia Law in the North, calling them fake and misleading. Bayo Onanuga said the story is aimed at destabilising the country ahead elections, and urged Nigerians to ignore misinformation.
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Governor Alex Otti has advised Abia youths not to rely solely on academic certificates, warning that lack of digital skills could limit future job opportunities. He gave the advice while addressing participants of the Techrise Cohort 3 programme, a three-month digital training initiative. Otti said employers now value innovation, creativity, and technical competence over certificates. He urged youths to build practical skills for self-reliance and entrepreneurship, while the programme focuses on
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Oyo State officials have dismissed viral claims that abducted pupils, students, and teachers from schools in Oriire LGA have been released, confirming no freedom has been secured. Authorities say security operations are ongoing after gunmen attacked three schools, killing at least one person and abducting about 30 victims, including children.
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The Gombe State Police Command has recovered 119 rounds of 7.62mm AK-47 live ammunition concealed in a sack along Kalshingi Road in Kwadon, Yamaltu/Deba LGA. According to the police, the discovery was made following credible intelligence received on May 19, 2026. The sack, found under a tree near a graveyard, also contained empty ammunition packets and other items. No arrests were made, but investigations and surveillance operations have been intensified to track those responsible.
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The APC is facing rising internal tensions after its nationwide primaries, with reports that over 50 lawmakers may lose their return tickets ahead of 2027. Several serving senators and House members have alleged irregularities and manipulation, while analysts say shifting party power blocs and governor influence reshaped outcomes across multiple states.
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NNPC Limited is reportedly considering a potential equity partnership that could give Chinese investors up to 51% stake in the Port Harcourt and Warri refineries under a rehabilitation and operational upgrade plan. The agreement, still non-binding, aims to boost efficiency, capacity, and long-term refinery sustainability through technical and financial collaboration.
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The Defence Headquarters says the Oyo school kidnapping was carried out by JAS terrorists displaced from other regions due to military operations, not ordinary criminals. It dismissed misinterpretations of its earlier comments, insisting troops remain active nationwide and are working with other agencies to dismantle terrorist networks and restore security.
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Police Officer Who Threatened to Kill Citizens Over Video Recording Arrested in Anambra
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Yorubaland Can’t Afford to Be Next Frontier of Mass Abduction — YCE
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2027: Court Faults INEC, Vacates Deadline for Primaries, Nomination of Candidates
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Chinda Emerges Rivers APC Governorship Candidate
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FG Compelling Us to Shut Down Universities — ASUU
