ISWAP finance chief’s wife, son surrender to troops in Borno
The wife and son of a senior Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) finance operative have surrendered to Nigerian troops in Borno State.
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CJN Bans Use of ‘Barrister’ as Name Prefix at Supreme Court
The Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN), Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun, has banned the use of the title “Barrister” as a prefix to names in
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NNPC posts N19tn revenue, N2.28tn profit in H1 2026
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd) recorded ₦19.04 trillion in revenue and ₦2.28 trillion profit after tax in the first half
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Nigeria to Phase Out Electricity Subsidy from 2027 – Minister
The Federal Government has announced plans to begin phasing out electricity subsidies from 2027 as part of wider reforms to address mounting debts
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Abuja Police Link Fake Diplomatic Plates to Crime Surge
The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has uncovered a network producing and using fake diplomatic and government number plates while also recovering
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PDP in Turmoil as Rival Faction Files Jonathan’s Presidential Nomination
A faction of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) led by Kabiru Turaki has submitted former President Goodluck Jonathan’s presidential nomination to the Independent
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‘I Was Accused’ — Makinde Breaks Silence on Oyo Kidnap
Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has denied allegations linking him to the May 15, 2026, abduction of pupils and teachers in Oriire
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Ayra Starr Says Surgery More Complicated Than Expected
Nigerian Afrobeats star Ayra Starr has disclosed that she recently underwent a complicated major surgery, explaining her brief disappearance from social media. The
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Niger Politics Heats Up as Defections, Alliances Shift Ahead of 2027
With about six months to the 2027 general elections, Niger State’s political landscape is rapidly shifting as defections, internal crises, and reconciliation efforts
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Tyla Removes Lagos From World Tour After Boycott Calls
South African Grammy-winning singer Tyla has removed Lagos from the schedule of her APOP World Tour following backlash from Nigerians over renewed xenophobic