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Jigawa Assembly suspends LG Speaker for anti-party actions
The Jigawa State Assembly has suspended Speaker Haruna Maigari for actions deemed harmful to the APC's unity. This decision follows recent party primaries and suspensions statewide.
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VIDEO: People gather after Adelabu’s sister and twin children are kidnapped in Ibadan
The sister of former Minister Adebayo Adelabu and her twin children were kidnapped in Ibadan. Eyewitnesses reported the scene as a crowd gathered around the vehicle.
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King Mswati III Celebrates 40 Years in Power Amid Fear and Silence
King Mswati III celebrates 40 years in power with a grand event in eSwatini. While there are festivities, activists express concerns over human rights abuses.
Metro
Edo Police Clarify That No Students Were Kidnapped
Edo State Police have confirmed that claims of students being kidnapped from Green Park Academy are false. They urge the public to avoid spreading such misinformation.
Politics
Judge gives verdict in case of five suspects in Owo church attack
Judge Emeka Nwite is giving his verdict in the case of five suspects involved in the 2022 Owo church attack. The court proceedings are ongoing.
Politics
Delta State Struggles Despite N3.15 Trillion Revenue, Says Omo-Agege
Ovie Omo-Agege claims Delta State has little to show for over N3.15 trillion in revenue. He also supports Peter Obi for the 2027 presidential election.
Politics
Court to rule on five accused in Owo church attack case
The Federal High Court in Abuja will rule on five suspects in the Owo church attack case. The attack resulted in 40 deaths and over 100 injuries.
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Atiku to Tinubu: Abduction of Adelabu Family Shows No One is Safe
Atiku Abubakar condemns the kidnapping of Chief Adebayo Adelabu's family, emphasizing the alarming state of insecurity in Nigeria. He urges the government to take action.
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Nigeria sees $10.37bn capital inflow in Q1 2026, up 83.83%
Nigeria recorded a significant rise in capital importation, reaching $10.37 billion in Q1 2026. This reflects growing investor interest in the country's financial markets.
Metro
Six Electricity Towers Damaged by Vandals in Nasarawa
Six electricity towers on the Apir-Lafia line in Nasarawa were vandalized, causing major power supply issues. TCN is assessing the damage and planning repairs.
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Army Moves More Soldiers to Fight Boko Haram
The Chief of Army Staff has rotated 332 soldiers in the North-east to enhance troop welfare and operational readiness in the fight against Boko Haram.
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Senate approves bill to set up agency for malaria elimination
The Senate has passed a bill to establish the National Agency for Malaria Elimination. This agency will lead efforts to control and eliminate malaria across Nigeria.