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Musk Questions Grok's Claim That Nigeria Recorded Four Million More Births Than EU

Elon Musk has questioned a Grok AI response claiming Nigeria recorded about four million more births than the European Union, raising concerns about the chatbot's accuracy. The incident has fuelled renewed debate over the need for stronger fact-checking and verification in AI-generated information.

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COAS Warns Military School Graduates Against Misuse of Social Media

Chief of Army Staff Lt. Gen. Olufemi Oluyede has advised graduates of the Nigerian Military School, Zaria, to avoid the misuse of social media and uphold the discipline, integrity and patriotism expected of them. He said responsible online behaviour is essential to protecting personal reputations and maintaining the values of the institution.

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FAAC Gross Revenue Hits ₦18.72tn, Disburses ₦12.59tn in First Half of 2026

A new Agora Policy report shows that FAAC generated ₦18.72 trillion in gross revenue during the first half of 2026, with ₦12.59 trillion distributed to the Federal Government, states and local governments. Lagos received the highest allocation, while the report projects that 2026 could exceed last year's record revenue if current trends continue.

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Josh Kerr Delivers Dream Commonwealth Gold on Home Soil

Scotland's Josh Kerr won the men's Commonwealth mile gold medal on home soil in Glasgow, producing a powerful late surge to defeat Kenya's Timothy Cheruiyot. Kerr described the victory as one of the most emotional achievements of his career and a dream fulfilled in front of his home supporters.

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FG Begins Repairs on Kano Eastern Bypass to Ease Traffic Congestion

FERMA has begun repairs on the 13-kilometre Kano Eastern Bypass to reduce traffic congestion, improve road safety and prolong the lifespan of the highway. The two-week maintenance project includes pothole repairs, drainage clearance and streetlight rehabilitation on the strategic federal route.

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Niger Delta Leader Dismisses Jonathan's Militancy Account as Misleading

Niger Delta leader Chief Anabs Sara-Igbe has described former President Goodluck Jonathan's recent account of the Niger Delta peace process as misleading, insisting that the success of the 2009 Amnesty Programme resulted from the collective efforts of President Umaru Musa Yar'Adua, community leaders, ex-militants and other stakeholders rather than any single individual.

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Bandits Attack Wedding Convoy, Abduct Travellers on Katsina–Kebbi Route

Suspected bandits attacked a wedding convoy travelling from Katsina to Kebbi, abducting several travellers after ambushing the vehicles along the route. Security agencies have reportedly begun efforts to locate the victims, although the number of abductees remains unconfirmed.

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Atiku Tells Tinubu to Tackle Hunger, Insecurity Instead of Political Opponents

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has urged President Bola Tinubu to concentrate on tackling hunger, insecurity, inflation and unemployment instead of engaging in political battles with opponents ahead of the 2027 elections. He said Nigerians would ultimately judge the administration by its performance rather than its political rhetoric.

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Ogazi Sets Sights on Becoming Greatest Ever After Historic Commonwealth Gold

Samuel Ogazi says he wants to become the greatest athlete of all time after winning Nigeria's first-ever Commonwealth Games men's 400m gold medal. The 20-year-old described the historic triumph as just the beginning of his pursuit of more records and global titles.

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Usoro Wins Long Jump Silver for Nigeria in Glasgow

Ruth Usoro has won the silver medal in the women's long jump at the 2026 Commonwealth Games after producing a season's best leap of 6.87m. The result strengthens Nigeria's athletics campaign in Glasgow and marks another major achievement in the long jumper's international career.

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U.S. Reaffirms Recognition of Morocco's Sovereignty Over Western Sahara

The United States has reaffirmed its recognition of Morocco's sovereignty over Western Sahara, with President Donald Trump endorsing Morocco's autonomy proposal as the only credible solution to the territorial dispute. He also pledged stronger security and economic cooperation with Morocco while urging an end to the decades-long conflict.

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Ondo APC Consensus Plan Backfires as NASS Primaries Trigger Internal Crisis

Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa's attempt to secure consensus candidates for the APC National Assembly primaries in Ondo State sparked widespread resistance, with several aspirants rejecting the arrangement and forcing competitive contests. The outcome exposed internal divisions within the party, prompting renewed calls for reconciliation ahead of the 2027 general elections.

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