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$1bn Arms Fund Row Erupts Again, Buratai Demands Defence Ministry Explain Spending
Former army chief says the Ministry of Defence managed the $1 billion arms fund and must explain how it was spent.
Oct 13, 2026
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Gas Pipeline Host Communities Give NNPCL, PINL Two-Week Ultimatum Over Unpaid Allowances
Host communities along the Eastern Gas Pipeline Network in the Niger Delta have given NNPCL and PINL two weeks to settle three months of unpaid allowances owed to surveillance contractors and guards, while demanding inclusion in the companies’ community development programmes.
Oct 13, 2026
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El-Rufai Returns to Court as Corruption Trial Resumes, Bail Appeal Fails
Fails Excerpt: Former Kaduna governor faces renewed trial proceedings after the Court of Appeal upheld his detention, with multiple financial allegations still before the courts.
Oct 13, 2026
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Nigeria Facing Institutional Adolescence at 66, Says Cleric
Cleric Rasheed Akinbile has urged Nigerians to reflect on the country’s 66-year journey, identifying peaceful political transitions, food security, youth retention and national identity as key challenges.
Oct 1, 2026
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Kano Recruits 2,037 Health Workers, Warns Against Patient Abuse
Kano State has recruited 2,037 health workers to address manpower shortages, with Governor Abba Yusuf warning them against patient abuse and illegal charges.
Oct 1, 2026
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PDP Urges Nigerians to Keep Hope Alive at 66
The Peoples Democratic Party has urged Nigerians to remain hopeful, united and committed to building a better country despite economic and social challenges.
Oct 1, 2026
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Wike Urges Nigerians to Vote Leaders Who Will Sustain Infrastructure Development
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has urged residents to use the 2027 elections to elect leaders who will sustain and expand infrastructure development in the Federal Capital Territory.
Oct 1, 2026
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Musk Returns to US Government for Pentagon War Study
Elon Musk is returning to an official advisory role in the US government, joining a Pentagon project focused on studying the future of warfare.
Oct 1, 2026
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Bamidele Warns Politicians Against Actions That Could Threaten Nigeria’s Peace
Senate Leader Opeyemi Bamidele has urged politicians to pursue their ambitions within the law, warning that no political objective should endanger Nigeria’s peace and unity.
Oct 1, 2026
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JAMB, EFCC Celebrate Nigeria at 66, Call for Continued Progress
JAMB and the EFCC have congratulated Nigerians on the 66th Independence Anniversary, highlighting the country’s progress and calling for continued nation-building and stronger efforts against corruption.
Oct 1, 2026
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FG Urges Nigerians to Find, Use New Digital Postcodes
The Federal Government has launched a National Digital Alphanumeric Postcode System, urging Nigerians to identify and use their unique codes for easier location and service delivery.
Oct 1, 2026
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Sowore Says Nigerians Cannot Celebrate Independence Amid Poverty, Insecurity
AAC presidential candidate Omoyele Sowore says millions of Nigerians remain unable to enjoy the benefits of independence because of poverty, insecurity, unemployment and inadequate basic services.
Oct 1, 2026
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Fubara Urges Peace, Unity in Rivers
Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara has urged residents to embrace peace and unity, saying political differences should not undermine the state’s development.
Oct 1, 2026
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Bago, Tompolo, Moghalu, Elumelu to Lead State Police Debate in Abuja
Key political, security and legislative figures are expected to examine the proposed state police system at the House of Representatives Press Corps’ annual lecture in Abuja.
Oct 1, 2026
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Tinubu Shifts Focus to Prosperity, Vows Lower Living Costs
President Bola Tinubu has declared that his administration is moving from economic stabilisation to shared prosperity, with lower living costs, job creation and poverty reduction as key priorities.
Oct 1, 2026
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