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OPEP Troops Rescue Pastor, Wife Abducted by Bandits in Plateau

OPEP troops rescued a pastor and his wife abducted in Plateau State after a swift operation in Bokkos, with victims injured while fleeing kidnappers who escaped into nearby forest.

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Tinubu Vows No Surrender to Terrorists as Nigerian Govt Intensifies Nationwide Security Operations

Tinubu, through SGF Akume, vowed Nigeria will not surrender to terrorists, pledging intensified security operations, protection of lives, and efforts to rescue abducted citizens while addressing economic challenges nationwide.

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Residents Tackle Lagos Govt Over Solar Tax

Residents in Lagos have criticized a reported solar installation fee policy, sparking debate over taxation, governance, and energy access, though the government insists it applies only to social housing estates.

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2027: ‘It’ll Be Tough Like WWE’ – Ndume on Tinubu Facing Peter Obi, Atiku

Ali Ndume says 2027 presidential election will be “like WWE,” describing expected tough competition between Tinubu, Atiku Abubakar, Peter Obi and other major political contenders in Nigeria’s electoral race.

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Iyabo Obasanjo Resigns from APC, Alleges Marginalisation

Iyabo Obasanjo has resigned from APC, citing marginalisation, exclusion and unfair treatment in Ogun State politics following disputed governorship primaries and lack of response to her supporters’ demands by leadership.

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PDP Crisis: Wabara, Babangida Aliyu, Jerry Gana, Others Sue INEC, Seek Recognition

PDP leaders led by Adolphus Wabara have sued INEC, seeking recognition of the party’s interim NWC and urging the commission to update records following recent court rulings.

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Rescue Remaining Kidnap Victims, Atiku Tells FG After Freedom of 360 Borno Abductees

Atiku Abubakar welcomed the rescue of 360 Borno abductees, urging government and security agencies to intensify efforts to free remaining kidnap victims and strengthen national security.

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Troops Nab Five Suspected Bandit Informants in Niger, Recover Phones, Cash

Troops of Operation Savannah Shield arrested five suspected bandit informants in Niger State, recovering phones, cash, propaganda materials, and other items as investigations into alleged criminal networks continue.

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Nigeria’s Future Lies in Tech, Military Strength — Jonathan, Lumumba

Goodluck Jonathan and PLO Lumumba urged Nigeria and Africa to prioritize education, technology, strong institutions, and military capacity to secure future development and global relevance.

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Xenophobia: 270 Nigerians Set to Arrive From South Africa Today

About 270 Nigerians are expected home today from South Africa as the Federal Government begins evacuation flights, while screening continues for hundreds more seeking voluntary repatriation amid xenophobic tensions.

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‘Crime Has No Ethnicity’: Obi Defends Fulani Against Ethnic Profiling

Peter Obi warned against ethnic profiling, saying crime has no ethnicity. He urged Nigerians to reject stereotypes, support justice, promote unity, and judge individuals by character rather than background.

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UK Court Remands Man Over Murder of 41-Year-Old Nigerian in London

A UK court has remanded Maxwell Oguanaya over the alleged murder of Nigerian Taiwo Ekerin, who died after a violent assault in London, as investigations continue.

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