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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.
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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.
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Former army chief says the Ministry of Defence managed the $1 billion arms fund and must explain how it was spent.
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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.
Nigerian-born bodybuilder Samson Dauda finished second in the Men’s Open division at the 2026 Mr Olympia in Las Vegas, two points behind first-time champion Nick Walker.
The Rivers State House of Assembly has unanimously endorsed the constitutional amendment bill seeking to establish State Police Services in Nigeria.
JAMB has restored its Central Admissions Processing System after a temporary disruption and urged tertiary institutions to accelerate the 2026/2027 admission process ahead of approved deadlines.
The Nigerian Bar Association in Plateau State has raised concerns over renewed attacks on communities in four local government areas, alleging that terrorists are attacking residents despite a government-imposed curfew.
The Nigerian Veterinary Medical Association in Kogi has urged the state government to pass a 2026 rabies control bill and employ more veterinary doctors to strengthen disease surveillance.
Traditional rulers and religious leaders in Agege, Lagos, have urged former council chairman Ganiyu Egunjobi to return to the APC after his defection to the APM.
Pope Leo XIV has urged Europe to help counter what he described as growing deceit in relations between nations, calling for respect, dialogue and compromise to promote peace.
The National Industrial Court has temporarily stopped police authorities from implementing the reinstatement of 455 senior officers compulsorily retired in January 2025.
Domestic airlines under the Airline Operators of Nigeria have threatened to suspend all operations nationwide if aviation unions again disrupt the operations of any member airline.
UK pledges support against Southeast Asian scam networks while strengthening measures to protect children from online exploitation.
Turkish comedian Deniz Göktaş faces trial over alleged insults against Erdogan during a widely viewed satirical performance.
NAPTIP uncovers suspected Cross River baby trafficking ring involving stolen newborn and women allegedly using fraudulent pregnancy claims.