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Security operatives have killed three suspected kidnappers and rescued an abducted man, Michael Akano, during a joint operation in Akoko-Edo Local Government Area of Edo State.
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The APC Presidential Campaign Council’s Director of Women Mobilisation, Betta Edu, says the party will focus on President Bola Tinubu’s record, economic reforms and development programmes as it mobilises grassroots support for his re-election in 2027.
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African Democratic Congress spokesperson Bolaji Abdullahi has questioned Finance Minister Taiwo Oyedele’s educational background for managing Nigeria’s economy, arguing that economic policy requires specialised training.
Rangers International defeated Ikorodu City 2-1 to win a record-equalling ninth NPFL title, finishing one point ahead of Rivers United in a dramatic season finale.
The NCAA has suspended services to 11 domestic airlines, including Air Peace and Ibom Air, over unpaid statutory charges owed to Nigeria’s aviation regulatory authority.
Kayode Are has officially assumed office as Nigeria’s ambassador to the United States after presenting his Letter of Credence to President Donald Trump at the White House.
President Bola Tinubu has won the APC presidential primary with 10,999,967 votes, defeating Stanley Osifo to secure the ruling party’s ticket for the 2027 general election.
Three worshippers were killed and 15 abducted after armed men attacked a night vigil in Kwara State, with police launching a tactical rescue operation to track down the assailants.
The NCAA has ordered 11 Nigerian airlines to be denied services over unpaid statutory charges, in a move aimed at enforcing compliance with aviation financial regulations.
NDLEA has arrested a 63-year-old Chinese woman at Lagos airport for allegedly smuggling 31kg of synthetic cannabis into Nigeria during a nationwide anti-drug crackdown.
US Immigration and Customs Enforcement has arrested Nigerian national Etinosa Osahon in Los Angeles over alleged fraud, stolen mail and identity theft offences, with deportation proceedings now underway.
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.
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.
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.
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.
