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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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Abeokuta North Bans Open Grazing, Commissions Development Projects
Abeokuta North Local Government has banned open grazing, made herder registration compulsory, commissioned projects covering education, healthcare, roads, water, electricity, sanitation across the council.
Aug 7, 2026
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Tinubu Directs EFCC to Vacate Osun Account Freeze
President Bola Tinubu has directed the EFCC to return to court, seek the removal of its order freezing Osun State Government accounts, saying the timing could affect confidence in the forthcoming election.
Aug 7, 2026
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Tinubu Receives Outgoing ECOWAS Commission President
President Tinubu hosted outgoing ECOWAS Commission President Omar Touray in Abuja ahead of the regional body’s leadership transition.
Aug 7, 2026
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Ukraine Pushes AI Combat Robots Despite Defence Minister’s Dismissal
Ukraine intensifies AI combat robot development, with engineers and military insisting innovation will continue despite leadership changes and conflict.
Aug 7, 2026
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Lagos Needs 40,000 More Doctors, ₦100bn to Fix Health Sector — Sanwo-Olu
Sanwo-Olu says Lagos requires 40,000 doctors, 40,000 nurses and ₦100bn to strengthen healthcare delivery sustainably.
Aug 7, 2026
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Dangote Refinery Overtakes US as Europe’s Biggest Jet Fuel Supplier Again
Dangote Refinery retained Europe’s largest jet fuel supplier position, exporting over 400,000 tonnes during July 2026 alone.
Aug 7, 2026
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Retired DSS Operative Arraigned for Allegedly Providing Support to IPOB
Retired DSS operative faces terrorism-related charges over alleged IPOB membership, social media posts and public support activities.
Aug 7, 2026
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NMDPRA Proposes New Rules to Ban Fuel Price-Fixing, Artificial Scarcity
NMDPRA proposes regulations banning fuel price-fixing, supply restrictions and anti-competitive practices across Nigeria’s petroleum industry.
Aug 6, 2026
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Canada Proposes New Entry Categories for Skilled Workers in 2027
Canada proposes new Express Entry categories targeting skilled professionals to address labour shortages and attract global talent.
Aug 6, 2026
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NiDCOM Hails First Nigerian Female Neurosurgeon on US Medical Director Appointment
NiDCOM congratulates Dr Salamat Aliu-Ibrahim on historic appointment as medical director of a United States children’s hospital.
Aug 6, 2026
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Tinubu Approves Recruitment of 3,252 PTA Teachers into Federal Civil Service
President Tinubu approves recruitment of 3,252 verified PTA teachers to strengthen staffing across Federal Unity Colleges nationwide.
Aug 6, 2026
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We Studied US, India, Pakistan Models Before Drafting State Police Framework — IG
IG Disu says comparative studies shaped Nigeria’s proposed state police framework, urging officers to embrace reforms without fear.
Aug 6, 2026
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