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How Troops Rescue 74 NYSC Members from Possible Abduction
Troops of the Joint Task Force (JTF), North East Operation Hadin Kai, have rescued 74 members of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) from a possible abduction attempt by Boko Haram/ISWAP terrorists along the Buratai–Kamuya road in Borno State. The rescue reportedly took place on Tuesday night after the corps members’ vehicles broke down near…
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Nigeria’s economy expands 11th consecutive month
Nigeria’s economy expanded for the eleventh consecutive month as Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN, Purchasing Managers’ Index rises to 55.4 index points in October 2025 from 54 index points recorded in the previous month. According to the CBN report, sectors that led the expansion include industry, service and agricultural sectors. The report stated: “The composite…
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Trump: Diplomatic engagements yielding results — FG
The Federal Government said yesterday that ongoing diplomatic engagements between Nigeria and the United States were producing positive results towards easing tensions in both countries’ relations. The government spoke on a day United States Congressman, Bill Huizenga, expressed disappointment in the Nigerian government’s handling of ongoing attacks on Christians, calling for economic sanctions, rather than…
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Four Nigerians, Others Bagged 55 Years Jail Term Over London Phone Robbery Spree
Four Nigerians have been sentenced to lengthy prison terms in the United Kingdom for their roles in a violent phone robbery syndicate that targeted mobile phone stores across London. They were convicted alongside six accomplices and handed a combined sentence of 55 years by Kingston Crown Court, following a months-long investigation by the Metropolitan Police.…
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UK Issues Travel Advisory on Nigeria, Flags 21 States Over Rising Insecurity
The British government warns of increasing kidnappings, violent crimes, and terror threats across multiple regions. The United Kingdom’s Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) has updated its travel advisory on Nigeria, warning British citizens against travelling to 21 states due to growing insecurity. According to the advisory, last updated on October 21, the FCDO said…
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Anambra Decides: Soludo Sweeps 19 LGAs, Poised for Second Term Victory
The governorship election in Anambra State has tilted heavily in favour of the incumbent governor and All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) candidate, Prof. Chukwuma Charles Soludo, who has so far won 19 out of the 21 local government areas declared by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). APGA Takes Early Command Results announced at the…
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Trump Threat: Pastor Adeboye Advises Tinubu
RCCG General Overseer warns against foreign intervention, tasks service chiefs with 90-day deadline to end terrorism The General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), Pastor Enoch Adejare Adeboye, has urged President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to address Nigeria’s worsening security crisis with urgency, diplomacy, and firm leadership. Speaking after the November Holy Ghost…
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Burna Boy, Davido, Others Nigerian Artistes Bag 2026 Grammy Nominations (Full List)
Nigeria’s global music powerhouses — Burna Boy, Davido, Ayra Starr, and Omah Lay — have once again put the country on the world stage after earning nominations at the 2026 Grammy Awards. The nominations, announced Thursday night by the Recording Academy, see Nigerian stars competing in the Best African Music Performance category. Burna Boy was…
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FG Unveils New Agricultural Reforms to End Hunger, Boost Food Security
The Federal Government has introduced a comprehensive set of agricultural reforms aimed at ending hunger, boosting food production, and cutting post-harvest losses estimated at over $10 billion annually. The reforms align with President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda for national food security and prosperity. The Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Senator Abubakar Kyari, and…
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Strike: FG Gives Update on ASUU Demands
The Federal Government has declared that it has met nearly all the demands of the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), describing the union’s recent industrial action as unnecessary. Minister of Education, Dr. Maruf Tunji Alausa, stated this on Tuesday while briefing State House correspondents after a closed-door meeting with President Bola Tinubu at the…