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Oyo APC Guber Candidate Yet to Emerge — Tinubu Ex-Minister, Adelabu Insists

Former Minister Adebayo Adelabu says the APC governorship candidate in Oyo State has not been officially decided, urging members to await the party’s national leadership’s final announcement.

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FG Scraps Three-Month Terminal Leave for Civil Servants

The Federal Government has abolished the mandatory three-month pre-retirement leave for civil servants, clarifying that the period is only a notice requirement under Public Service Rules, not paid leave.

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Nigeria’s Blackout Persists Despite $3.6bn World Bank Loans — Report

Despite $3.65bn in World Bank-backed power sector funding over 24 years, Nigeria continues to face persistent electricity shortages, grid collapses, and heavy reliance on self-generated power.

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On High Alert: Ekiti Fortifies Borders Against Rising Wave of Kidnappings

Ekiti State has intensified border security operations, deploying joint forces and bush-combing exercises to prevent kidnappers’ infiltration from neighbouring states amid rising insecurity across parts of the Southwest.

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Makinde’s Govt Orchestrated Oyo Abduction to Blackmail Tinubu’ — Fayose Alleges

Former Governor Ayodele Fayose alleges without evidence that the Oyo State Government orchestrated school abductions to embarrass President Tinubu, sparking fresh political controversy and reactions over insecurity claims.

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70th Anniversary: Our Navy, Most Formidable Force in Africa — Tinubu

President Tinubu says the Nigerian Navy is Africa’s most formidable naval force as it marks its 70th anniversary, with three new warships commissioned and a regional maritime task force launched.

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11 Years Later: Sacked NCAA Worker Wins Court Case

A National Industrial Court has nullified the dismissal of a former NCAA staff member, ordering reinstatement and payment of all withheld salaries after ruling that due process was not followed.

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Tinubu Will Defeat Atiku if Election Is Decided by Rigging — Babachir Lawal

Former SGF Babachir Lawal says President Tinubu would be difficult to defeat if elections are determined by rigging, while criticizing Atiku Abubakar and distancing himself from 2027 contenders.

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We’re Working to Rescue Kidnapped Retired Major Gen Abubakar — Defence HQ

Defence Headquarters has deployed intelligence assets and intensified rescue operations following the abduction of retired Major General Rabe Abubakar and his wife by suspected bandits in Katsina State.

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Nigeria, Liberia Move to Deepen Maritime Cooperation, Capacity Building

Nigeria and Liberia have pledged stronger maritime cooperation, focusing on capacity building, regional integration, youth employment and Blue Economy development to enhance Africa’s position in the global maritime industry.

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Bandits Kill 17, Loot Shops in Sokoto Community Raid

At least 17 people, including Eid-el-Kabir visitors, were killed when heavily armed bandits attacked Dangulbi community in Sokoto State, looting shops and forcing residents to flee.

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CBN Targets ₦2.83trn Cash Outside Banks, Plans to Add 50 Million Nigerians to Formal Financial System

The Central Bank of Nigeria plans to bring ₦2.83 trillion held outside banks into the formal economy and expand financial inclusion by onboarding 50 million additional Nigerians by 2028.

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