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Seven Suspects Arrested As Nigerian Police and UK NCA Bust International Financial Scam Centre in Delta The Nigeria Police Force has dismantled an international online investment fraud syndicate operating out of Agbor, Delta State, in a…
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Armed attackers suspected to be Islamic terrorists launched a deadly assault on communities in Chanchanji Council Ward of Takum Local Government Area, Taraba State, leaving at least 70 people dead and 35 churches destroyed, according to…
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The Oyigbo Division of the Rivers State High Court has adjourned indefinitely the suit filed by Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his deputy, Professor Ngozi Nma-Odu, challenging impeachment proceedings initiated against them by the Rivers…
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The Nigeria Police Force has formally confirmed the abduction of 172 Christians by Islamic terrorists in Kurmin Wali community, Kajuru Local Government Area of Kaduna State, following days of public confusion, contradictory statements, and…
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A coalition of lawyers under the Association of Legislative Drafting and Advocacy Practitioners (ALDRAP) has formally written to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), initiating a recall process against the Speaker of the…
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Kaduna State has witnessed a violent assault on places of worship as Islamist militants targeted two churches in Kurmin Wali community, Kajuru Local Government Area. Ejes Gist News reports that over 170 worshippers were abducted during…
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Members of the Rivers State House of Assembly loyal to the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, have reportedly withdrawn the impeachment notice earlier issued against Governor Siminalayi Fubara. The decision, announced…
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Kogi State was plunged into mourning on Monday following the deaths of three prominent chieftains of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), a development that has unsettled the political atmosphere and generated widespread concern…
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More than 30 civilians have been killed and several others abducted following a violent raid on Kasuwan Daji market in Niger State, authorities have confirmed. The attack occurred in Demo village, with eyewitnesses describing a…
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The Federal Government has raised fresh concerns over evolving methods being used by terrorist groups to collect ransom payments in Nigeria, warning that criminal networks are increasingly exploiting Point of Sale (PoS) operators to receive…
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Abuja, Nigeria – Former Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN), Justice Ibrahim Tanko Muhammad (retd.), has passed away at a hospital in Saudi Arabia, a close source confirmed on Tuesday, December 16, 2025. The retired jurist, who led Nigeria’s…
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U.S. Congressman Riley Moore Alleges Christian Genocide in Benue After Meetings With Nigerian Security Chiefs, Governor, and Traditional Rulers A United States lawmaker, Rep. Riley M. Moore, who represents West Virginia’s 2nd…
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At least seven women were reportedly killed on Monday afternoon after soldiers escorting the Commander of the 23 Brigade of the Nigerian Army allegedly opened fire on protesters in Lamurde, Adamawa State. The incident occurred at Rigange…
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Unusual military movements in Nigeria’s airspace have sparked fresh debate within defence circles following reports that a U.S. surveillance jet conducted intelligence flights over Kwara and Ekiti States. The operation, according to…
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The Nigerian Air Force has recorded another aircraft incident following the crash of an Alpha Jet near Karabonde, a community located in Borgu Local Government Area of Niger State. The incident, which occurred in the late afternoon,…
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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has announced a fresh list of ambassadorial appointments, including prominent political figures and former public office holders. The appointments, comprising both career and non-career diplomats, come days after…
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The Archbishop of Lutheran Church of Christ in Nigeria, LCCN, Dr Musa Filibus, says Nigeria is in need of leaders who have genuine concern for the cause of the masses. “Our nation Nigeria desperately needs leaders…
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Pretty Mike, the popular Lagos socialite, has made a new claim about married women in Lagos. The socialite claimed that Magodo is the number one place in Lagos where married women secretly have s*xual affairs with younger men.…
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Bournemouth midfielder, Malachi Ogunleye has committed his international future to Nigeria. The youngster, who was born to a Nigerian father, grew up in England and is eligible to represent both country. Ogunleye visited…
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A recent airstrike by the Nigerian Air Component of Operation Hadin Kai (OPHK) in Borno State has killed approximately 70 Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) fighters and commanders. The strategic airstrikes were conducted…
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