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Four Killed as Russia Unleashes Major Missile, Drone Attack on Ukraine

Russia launched a massive missile and drone assault on Ukraine, killing four people in Kyiv and surrounding areas as tensions escalated following recent Ukrainian strikes in Russian-occupied territory.

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Police Dismiss Rumoured Curfew In Ondo, Warn Against Fake News

The Ondo State Police Command has denied reports of a traditional curfew in Akure, warning residents against spreading fake news capable of causing fear and public tension.

May 24, 2026 24

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‘I Only Wanted To Get TikTok Followers’ — Man Arrested Over Fake Bandits Attack Alarm Begs Police

A young man arrested in Ogun State for allegedly staging a fake bandits attack video has confessed that he created the content solely to gain TikTok followers and social media attention.

May 24, 2026 21

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Soldiers Kill Terrorists, Arrest Collaborators In Borno, Yobe Operations

Troops of Operation HADIN KAI killed suspected terrorists, arrested collaborators, and recorded fresh surrenders during intensified operations across Borno and Yobe states between May 15 and 21, 2026.

May 24, 2026 20

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Name Local Contractors In $460m Abuja CCTV Project, SERAP Urges FG

SERAP has asked the Federal Government to reveal all local contractors involved in the $460m Abuja CCTV project, citing missing records, unaccounted equipment, and concerns over transparency and accountability.

May 24, 2026 26

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Army Rescues 92 Kidnap Victims In Borno, Destroys IEDs

Troops of Operation HADIN KAI rescued 92 abducted civilians in Borno after engaging fleeing Boko Haram/ISWAP terrorists, recovering eight vehicles and destroying three improvised explosive devices planted along the route.

May 24, 2026 25

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Police Invite SDP Leaders Over Deepening Leadership Crisis

Nigeria’s Police Force has reportedly invited members of the SDP National Working Committee amid an escalating internal leadership crisis, with rival factions disputing control of the party’s headquarters and recognition by INEC, raising concerns about its preparedness for the 2027 elections.

May 24, 2026 29

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Ogun Teacher Admits Drugging Student, Spending Ransom On Betting

A teacher in Ogun State has reportedly been arrested for allegedly drugging and abducting a WASSCE candidate, demanding ransom from the family, and using part of the proceeds for personal expenses, with the victim later rescued and investigations ongoing.

May 24, 2026 24

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Africa CDC Warns 10 African Countries Could Be Affected By Ebola Spread

Africa CDC has warned that 10 countries, including Kenya, Tanzania, and Ethiopia, are at risk amid a spreading Ebola outbreak in Central and East Africa, urging stronger surveillance, border control, and regional cooperation to contain the virus.

May 24, 2026 28

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Tinubu Secures Dominant Victory In APC Presidential Primary

President Bola Tinubu has won the APC presidential primary for the 2027 election, defeating his sole challenger Stanley Osifo by a wide margin in a party-wide direct voting exercise widely seen as a strong endorsement of his candidacy.

May 24, 2026 24

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Nigeria’s IDA Debt Drops By $200m In Q1, Rises 6.9% Year-On-Year — World Bank

World Bank data shows Nigeria’s debt exposure to the International Development Association (IDA) fell slightly by $200 million to $18.5 billion in Q1 2026, though it remains 6.9% higher year-on-year, keeping Nigeria among the world’s largest concessional borrowers.

May 24, 2026 18

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Immigration Service Dismisses Fears Over Ebola Risk Through Nigeria’s Borders

The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) has dismissed concerns over porous borders, saying official entry points are properly secured and monitored as part of efforts to prevent Ebola transmission and strengthen border control through improved surveillance and screening systems.

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