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Nigerian Delegates Push for Drought Solutions at COP17 in Mongolia
Nigerian delegates are pushing for a legally binding drought management agreement at COP17 in Mongolia. They seek more funding to combat land degradation.
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Five Airlines Set for 2027 Hajj Airlift
The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria has approved five airlines for the 2027 Hajj airlift. These airlines must meet specific requirements before engagement.
Metro
Refuse Dumping Continues Along Agege Railway Despite Clean-Up Efforts
Illegal dumping of waste persists along the Agege railway in Lagos. Residents express concerns over health risks and environmental pollution despite clean-up attempts.
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Citizens Protest Against Lagos Traffic Officers' Extortion
A civil society group protested against extortion by traffic officers in Lagos. They called for better road markings and a review of traffic laws.
Metro
Navy saves 22 passengers from sea robbers in Cross River
The Nigerian Navy, with the Marine Police, rescued 22 passengers from sea robbers in Cross River. The attack occurred along the Calabar-Oron-Ibaka waterway.
Metro
Three-year-old boy found dead in Delta, suspect arrested
The body of a three-year-old boy was discovered in Delta State after he went missing. The community is demanding a full investigation into the incident.
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Woman charged with N42.3m fraud in Lagos
Chinwendu Fidelia Ohanebo has been charged with N42.3 million fraud in Lagos. She admitted to one count and denied another in court.
Metro
Edo State sees over 70 child defilement cases, fathers are main offenders
Edo State Government reports over 70 child defilement cases in 2026. Many offenders are fathers, with victims aged two to ten years old.
Metro
Four Arrested for Stealing Streetlights on Lagos-Ibadan Expressway
The Ogun State Police arrested four individuals for stealing solar-powered streetlights along the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway. They are also linked to tampering with telecom equipment.
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Police arrest fake soldier and 17 others for crimes in Rivers
The Rivers State Police have arrested 18 suspects, including a fake soldier involved in car snatching. They recovered firearms and stolen vehicles during the operation.
Metro
Why Enugu International Hospital Was Built, Gov Mbah
Governor Peter Mbah of Enugu State discusses the new 300-bed Enugu International Hospital aimed at keeping healthcare spending within Nigeria and boosting medical tourism.
Politics
APM Candidate Drops Out, Supports Adeleke for Governorship in Osun
Simon Adewale has stepped down from the Osun governorship race to support Ademola Adeleke for another term. He believes this decision benefits the state.