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NAPTIP rescues trafficked children, arrests seven suspects in Niger State

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The National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) has rescued six victims of child trafficking, including a set of twins, and arrested seven members of a trafficking syndicate in Niger State. Findings revealed that the suspects, some of whom are social welfare workers,

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Nigeria, UK sign deportation deal targeting failed asylum seekers, offenders

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Nigeria has entered into a new agreement with the United Kingdom that will allow British authorities to deport failed asylum seekers, visa overstayers and convicted criminals to the West African nation. The deal was signed by Nigeria’s Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, and UK Home Secretary, Shabana Mahmood, during the official visit of President Bola […]

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US seeks to revoke citizenship of Nigerian convict in $91m Tax fraud case

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The United States Department of Justice (DOJ) has filed a civil complaint to strip Nigerian national, Emmanuel Oluwatosin Kazeem, of his American citizenship over his involvement in a massive identity theft and tax fraud scheme. In a statement released on Thursday, the DOJ alleged that Kazeem masterminded a sophisticated operation that targeted more than 259,000 […]

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Plateau showcases transformation as LTR empowers Leprosy-affected persons with skills

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In a powerful demonstration of resilience, dignity, and transformation, the Leprosy and Tuberculosis Relief Nigeria (LTR) hosted a landmark exhibition featuring products created by persons affected by leprosy under its project, “Breaking Stigma Through Building Stories.” The initiative, themed “Empowerment of Persons Affected by Leprosy Through Art and Craft in Nigeria,”

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2027 Elections: Tinubu orders appointees to resign by March 31

admin March 18, 2026 0

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has directed all political appointees seeking to contest in the 2027 General Elections to resign their positions on or before March 31, 2026. The directive was conveyed in a statement by Dewan Nengak Goshit, Head of Information and Public Relations in the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the […]

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Sanusi will lead Sallah durbar in Kano – Gov’t

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The Kano State Government has confirmed that the Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, will lead this year’s Eid-el-Fitr Durbar, alongside new restrictions aimed at maintaining public order. The decision, approved by Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf, follows intelligence reports suggesting possible attempts to disrupt the Sallah celebrations. In a statement issued on Wednesday, the

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AFCON 2025 Controversy: Senegal challenges CAF decision, heads to CAS

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The Senegalese Football Federation has rejected a ruling by CAF’s Appeal Board that stripped Senegal of the AFCON 2025 title and reassigned it to Morocco. In a statement issued on Wednesday, the Federation confirmed its disagreement with the decision and announced plans to challenge it formally. The controversy stems from the AFCON 2025 final in […]

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Gov. Buni distributes ₦100,000 cash gifts to APC executives in Sallah gesture

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Story by Sa’adatu MAINA, Damaturu Yobe State Governor, Mai Mala Buni, has extended a generous hand to the leadership of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the state, approving the payment of ₦100,000 to each executive member as a Sallah support package. The financial gesture, which was distributed to party officials across the state, is […]

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FG Introduces ‘Fly Now, Pay Later’ scheme to ease domestic Air travel costs

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The Federal Government has launched a “Fly Now, Pay Later” credit scheme aimed at making domestic air travel more accessible for Nigerians amid rising ticket costs. The initiative was announced by the Nigerian Consumer Credit Corporation, which said the programme allows eligible passengers to book local flights and repay fares over time through structured financing. […]

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Tinubu, First Lady arrive in UK for official visit to boost bilateral ties

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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and First Lady Oluremi Tinubu have arrived in the United Kingdom to begin an official visit aimed at strengthening diplomatic and economic relations between both countries. The presidential aircraft touched down at Stansted Airport on Tuesday at about 15:23, where the Nigerian leader and his wife were received by senior UK […]