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EFCC asks former Bayelsa governor Timipre Sylva to appear for questioning after declaring him wanted over alleged fraud.
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The All Progressives Congress has defended President Bola Tinubu’s economic reforms, saying the removal of petrol subsidy has increased government revenues and improved the business environment, while the African Democratic Congress has demanded an account of the trillions of naira generated from the reforms.
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The Kano State Centre for Disease Control has called for nine million doses of diphtheria vaccines to contain the disease in the state, while Niger State has recorded 17 deaths from the outbreak between January and early August 2026.
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has criticized the Federal Government’s security strategy, stating it fails to match the evolving tactics of terrorists, bandits, and kidnappers. He called for an urgent review of the National Counterterrorism Policy, advocating for intelligence-driven, community-based models, regional fusion centers, and addressing root causes like poverty.
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Nigeria and seven African countries risk a proposed 12.5% US tariff over forced labour concerns, with Washington warning of stricter trade penalties if compliance with labour standards is not improved.
The NESG reports improved business confidence in May 2026, driven by manufacturing recovery and strong demand, though businesses still face high costs, insecurity, weak power supply and financing challenges.
A Katsina cleric says banditry has forced the closure of 10 churches across several communities, with residents displaced, attacks increasing, and calls for urgent government security and humanitarian intervention.
The NSCDC has secured the conviction of four pipeline vandals in Delta State, with a Federal High Court sentencing them for conspiracy and tampering with oil installations after proven charges.
Pastor David Ibiyeomie has alleged that politicians may be sponsoring schoolchildren abductions across Nigeria, questioning why security agencies have been unable to identify, track and arrest perpetrators.
The Federal Government has received an investigative report on alleged corruption and abuse in correctional centres, pledging reforms to strengthen rehabilitation, accountability and inmates’ welfare nationwide.
NERC has approved compensation for eligible Band A customers affected by power shortages between February and March 2026, with credits and bill adjustments to offset service delivery shortfalls.
The Federal Government has introduced net billing regulations allowing eligible solar power users to sell excess electricity to distribution companies, promoting renewable energy adoption and expanding power supply nationwide.
The Senate has begun constitutional processes for state police, pledging legislative support to strengthen security, combat rising crime, and respond to growing calls for policing reforms nationwide.
Oyo Assembly has rejected negotiations with bandits over abducted teachers and students, urging intensified rescue operations, stronger school security measures, and the establishment of a permanent military base.
