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Sahel States Reject Tinubu’s Claim That Bloc’s Crisis Is Worsening Nigeria’s Insecurity
Sahel bloc rejects Tinubu’s claim that insecurity in Mali, Burkina Faso and Niger is worsening Nigeria’s security crisis.
Aug 9, 2026
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JUST IN: WAFCON 2026: Super Falcons Crash Out After 1-0 Defeat to Cameroon
Super Falcons crash out of WAFCON 2026 after Cameroon’s Myriam Nyadjou Wamen scores the only goal in a 1-0 quarter-final victory.
Aug 9, 2026
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When Darkness Falls at 7 pm, Nigerians Make Babies — Fayose Links Poor Electricity to Population Explosion
REA Chairman Ayodele Fayose says electricity shortages limit nightlife and recreation, joking that early nights contribute to population growth.
Aug 8, 2026
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Geregu Defaults on N40bn Bond Payment Months After Otedola’s Exit
Geregu Power has defaulted on a N40.09bn bond payment as its profit plunges 88%, months after Femi Otedola sold his majority stake in the power firm.
Aug 10, 2026
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Tax Revenue Hits N27tn After 113% Surge in Three Years
Nigeria’s tax revenue has risen 113% to N27.1tn in three years, with the revenue service linking the surge to tax reforms, digitisation and stronger enforcement.
Aug 10, 2026
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Awujale: Fusengbuwa Ruling House Removes Three Leaders Over Alleged Fraud
The Fusengbuwa Ruling House removes three leaders over alleged bribery, document manipulation and procedural breaches in the selection of the next Awujale.
Aug 10, 2026
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Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway: 147 Structures to Be Affected by Service Lane
President Tinubu says 147 structures in Lagos will be affected by the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway service lane, with compensation promised where necessary.
Aug 10, 2026
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Nigeria’s Gidado Shuaib Appointed IPRA-UN Youth Representative Ahead of Golden World Awards
Nigerian media entrepreneur Gidado Shuaib appointed IPRA-UN Youth Representative as Nigerian PR agencies prepare for the 2026 Golden World Awards in Athens.
Aug 9, 2026
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Zamfara IED Blast: Experts Warn Neglect of Fallen Police Officers’ Families Could Hurt Morale
Police officers warn that alleged neglect of families of three bomb experts killed in Zamfara could undermine the morale of personnel fighting banditry and terrorism.
Aug 9, 2026
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Okene-Auchi Road Kidnapping: Police Intensify Search as Forest Hideouts Destroyed
Kogi police and military intensify search for kidnapped victims along Okene-Auchi Road, destroying suspected forest hideouts and deploying drones.
Aug 9, 2026
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Troops Rescue 33 Kidnapped Passengers in Zamfara
Troops and police rescue 33 passengers abducted by terrorists in Tsafe, Zamfara, after security forces intercepted their captors.
Aug 9, 2026
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Adeosun: Family Releases Burial Plans as Ex-Minister Shares Tribute Photo
The Adeosun family announces burial plans for Anthony “Sparrow” Adeosun, while Kemi Adeosun shares an emotional tribute to her late husband.
Aug 9, 2026
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Kano Gov Urges 1,500 Newlyweds to Uphold Justice, Respect
Kano Governor Abba Yusuf has urged 1,500 couples who benefited from the state's mass wedding programme to uphold patience, justice, mutual respect and understanding as they begin married life.
Aug 9, 2026
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Soldiers Rescue 33 Kidnapped Passengers in Zamfara
Troops of Operation FANSAN YAMMA have rescued 33 passengers abducted by terrorists in Tsafe, Zamfara State, after confronting their captors and forcing them to flee.
Aug 9, 2026
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EITI Assessors Arrive to Evaluate Nigeria's Oil, Gas Reforms
Global EITI assessors have arrived in Nigeria for a five-day validation mission to evaluate the country's progress in transparency, accountability and reforms across the oil, gas and mining sectors.
Aug 9, 2026
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