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Oyo School Attack: Regulate Influx of People, Okada Riders, NBA Urges Makinde

The Nigerian Bar Association has urged the Oyo State Government to tighten security measures, including regulating population movement and commercial motorcycle operations, following the abduction of teachers and students in Oriire Local Government Area.

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Otti Unveils N306m Tech-Enabling Business Grant

Abia State Governor Alex Otti has launched a ₦306 million technology-driven business grant aimed at supporting entrepreneurs across the state, with a focus on job creation, innovation, and sustainable economic development.

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Police Unveil Special Squad in Lagos to Tackle Insecurity

The Lagos State Police Command has launched a new tactical unit to intensify security operations in Ikorodu and nearby communities amid rising concerns over criminal activity and public safety threats in the area.

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Police Arrest Chef Over Drugging, Theft of N150m Goods in Abuja

Police in Abuja have arrested a chef accused of drugging residents of a private home and stealing luxury items worth about ₦150 million in an alleged coordinated operation involving accomplices still at large.

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I’m Still Awaiting FG’s Approval to Dislodge Criminals from S’West Forests — Igboho

Yoruba nation activist Sunday Igboho says his proposed security outfit is awaiting federal approval to begin operations aimed at tackling criminal activity in South-West forests, while pledging cooperation with existing security agencies and state regulations.

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MRA Calls for Pan-African Framework on AI Rooted in Human Rights

The Media Rights Agenda (MRA) has urged African governments to adopt a unified, rights-based framework for artificial intelligence governance, warning that without collective action, the continent risks becoming a passive consumer of foreign-designed technologies.

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Northern Christian Leader Warns Politicians Against Manipulation

Northern Christian leader Joseph Hayab has cautioned politicians against greed, manipulation and poor leadership, urging public office holders to embrace integrity, accountability and serve as positive role models for younger Nigerians.

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2027: Atiku Gets Sokoto ADC Nod for Presidential Race

African Democratic Congress stakeholders in Sokoto State have reportedly endorsed former Vice President Atiku Abubakar for the 2027 presidential race, describing the move as a consensus choice ahead of party primaries.

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Sanwo-Olu: Tinubu’s APC Primary Win Shows Trust in Leadership

Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has congratulated President Bola Tinubu on his emergence as the All Progressives Congress presidential candidate, describing the outcome as a strong vote of confidence in his leadership ahead of 2027.

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Senator Gaya Loses NDC Senatorial Primary in Kano

Political realignments in Kano deepened after former senator Kabiru Gaya failed to secure the NDC senatorial ticket, despite recent defections and growing expectations surrounding his planned return to the National Assembly in 2027.

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NSCDC Seals Steel Firms Linked to Multi-Billion Naira Rail Sabotage

Security operatives have intensified efforts to curb economic sabotage after uncovering an alleged network involving stolen railway materials, illegal recycling operations, and suspected collaborators connected to critical national infrastructure vandalism.

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Tuition Scam: Ex-Female Staff, Students Defraud Varsity of N457m

An internal audit at Achievers University uncovered a massive tuition payment fraud involving staff members, students, and external collaborators accused of diverting hundreds of millions of naira through unauthorized personal accounts over three academic sessions.

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