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Nigeria’s Secret Police Arrest Labour Leader Ajaero at Abuja Airport

NLC President Ajaero was arrested by DSS at Abuja Airport on Monday, just before his official trip to the UK.

2 weeks ago

Presidency Disowns Yacht Moored in France with Nigerian Flag

A 42m Bennetti yacht moored in St-Tropez, France, belongs to a private Nigerian citizen, not Tinubu, the Presidency has clarified.

2 weeks ago

Dark Sunday As Dozens of  Lagos-Bound Travellers Killed in Tragic Niger Petrol Truck Explosion

No less than 48 people and 50 cows were killed in a petrol tanker explosion Sunday afternoon in Niger state.

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Nigerian Army Dismisses Reports of Mass Resignation of Soldiers As ‘Misleading, Spurious, Baseless’ 

Nigeria's Army has discredited reports of soldiers' mass resignation over corruption as a deliberate attempt to sow seeds of disaffection.

2 weeks ago

Adeleke: Osun Ready for Transition to Agro-Industrial State, Cargo Airport in the Works

"We are using local contractors; we are sourcing materials locally. By doing so, Osun money is staying in Osun..." Adeleke:…

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Afreximbank Donates $500,000 To Caribbean Nations Devastated By Hurricane Beryl, Pledges Continued Support

Afreximbank has presented a $500,000 for Caribbean nations affected by Hurricane Beryl, promoting climate resilience.

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Nigeria to Establish Air Quality Monitoring Stations Across the Country

Nigeria's Federal Government has expressed its readiness to establish air quality monitoring stations across the country.

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Tinubu: We’re Prepared To Adequately Equip, Improve Welfare Of  Police To Protect Nigerians

Tinubu has charged the Nigeria Police to embrace modern technology and community policing in combating crime.

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Paralympics Games: First Lady Remi Tinubu Congratulates Nigeria’s Onyinyechi Mark For Winning Gold Medal

First Lady Remi Tinubu has congratulated Nigeria's Onyinyechi Mark for winning gold medal at the ongoing Paralympics Games in Paris.

2 weeks ago

Former US Vice President Dick Cheney Announces Support for Kamala Harris

Former  US VP Cheney has revealed his plan to vote for Kamala Harris, citing Trump as a threat to democracy.

2 weeks ago

Protests Erupt in France Over Michel Barnier’s Appointment as Prime Minister

Frances left-wing political parties have called for protests against Michel Barnier’s appointment as prime minister.

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Nigeria Limits Rice Sale at N40,000 to Public Servants with National Identity Number to Curb Racketeering

Agriculture minister Kyari says rice will be sold at N40,000 per 50kg bag, only to public servants with NIN.

2 weeks ago

Lagos Ranked World’s 6th Best City for Nightlife by Time-Out Magazine

Time-Out Magazine has named Lagos the 6th best city for nightlife, citing strong tourism and entertainment growth under Governor Sanwo-Olu.

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Aviation Minister Keyamo Vows to Combat Touting, Extortion at Nigerian Airports with Severe Penalties

Minister Keyamo has reaffirmed his commitment to eradicating touting and extortion at Nigerian airports, promising severe punishment for offenders.

2 weeks ago

Naira Appreciates Marginally to N1,593 on NAFEX Despite Parallel Market Depreciation

On Friday, naira appreciated on NAFEX, closing at N1,593/$1, while it depreciated on the parallel market to N1,673/$1.

2 weeks ago

Judge Delays Trump Hush Money Sentencing Until after Election to Maintain Court’s Impartiality

A New York judge has delayed Trump’s sentencing until after the election to avoid perceptions of political bias or interference.

2 weeks ago

Labour Party’s Repositioning Efforts Led by Peter Obi, Alex Otti Gains Conditional NLC Support

NLC’s Political Commission has backed Labour Party’s new interim administration, describing it as a positive step.

2 weeks ago

Algiers to Host Afreximbank’s CANEX 2024 with Theme ‘One People, United in Culture’

Afreximbank has announced Algiers as host for CANEX 2024, focusing on Africa's creative industries with theme 'One People, United in…

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Police Say IGP Egbetokun’s Stay in Office Legal

The Nigeria Police Force has confirmed IGP Egbetokun’s tenure adheres to constitutional law, not violating retirement age rules.

2 weeks ago

Nigerians Decry 50% Petrol Price Hike As Rising Cost of Living Bites

Nigeria's government has faced criticism for failing to plan adequately for subsidy removal, leading to higher cost of living.

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