AFRICA

Nigeria Debunks Alleged Plot to Destabilise Niger Republic

Nigeria has refuted Niger’s allegations of supporting terrorism, denying involvement in the December pipeline attack and destabilisation claims.

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Lekki Residents Decry Epileptic Power Supply, Demand Immediate Action

Lekki residents have protested poor electricity, accusing EKEDC of neglect despite years of dialogue and demanding a dedicated power line.

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NNPC Debunks Shutdown Rumours of Port Harcourt Refinery

NNPC has debunked media reports alleging the Port Harcourt Refinery, re-streamed two months ago, was shut down, saying it’s "false."

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Former Kogi Governor Yahaya Bello Released from Custody After Meeting Bail Conditions

Yahaya Bello has regained freedom after meeting stringent bail terms in a corruption case brought by the EFCC.

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Peter Obi Stands Surety for Dele Farotimi, Condemns Nigerian Legal System’s Inequalities

Peter Obi stood surety for activist Dele Farotimi, who may be released from custody on Monday

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Nigerian Military Promotes 108 Officers, Nabs Terror Leader Linked to Sokoto Monarch’s Murder

The Nigerian Army has promotes 108 officers while intensifying operations against terrorists, arrest Sokoto terror leader linked to Monarch’s murder

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Petrol Prices Drop to N939.5/Litre as Dangote Refinery Reduces Petrol Price, Marketers Seek Bulk Supplies

Following petrol pump price cuts by Dangote Refinery, major marketers have demanded bulk vessel supply to improve market availability.

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Vandals Strike Shiroro-Katampe Transmission Line, Plunge Parts of FCT Into Darkness

Suspected vandals disrupted power in FCT by targeting the Shiroro-Katampe line, prompting swift TCN response.

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Nigerian Government Approves 50% Fare Reduction for Yuletide Travellers Amid Rising Transport Costs

Amid soaring holiday transport fares, FG has partnered with unions to slash costs for travellers by 50% this season.

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Rewane Predicts Potential 6% GDP Growth in 2025, Highlights Budget Challenges

Bismarck Rewane has projected cautious optimism for Nigeria’s 2025 economy, highlighting potential 6% growth with right policies.

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