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vanguardngr.comworld21 hrs ago
Gunmen Kill Nine Family Members Including Infant in Plateau State Attack
Suspected gunmen killed at least nine members of one family, including an infant, during a nighttime raid on two communities in Plateau State. The attack is the latest in a series of deadly incidents reported in the state in recent weeks.
thenation.comworld21 hrs ago
Eight Killed in Suspected Terrorist Attack on Benue Communities
Police confirmed eight deaths, including three children, in attacks on Otukpo Local Government Area communities on July 12. Governor Hyacinth Alia condemned the killings and ordered intensified security measures while Amnesty International called for an independent investigation.
vanguardngr.comworld23 hrs ago
Former Nigerian Minister Uche Nnaji Appears in Court for Forgery Arraignment
Uche Nnaji, Nigeria's former minister of innovation, science and technology, reached the Federal High Court in Abuja on the morning of 13 July 2026. The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission plans to arraign him on charges of forgery and false statem…
theconversation.comworld23 hrs ago
Nigeria Crude Output Hits 1.56 Million Barrels Daily in June
Nigeria produced an average of 1.56 million barrels of crude oil per day in June 2026, exceeding its OPEC quota by 4 percent. The Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission reported the figure Sunday, marking the highest monthly total since April 2020.
financemagnates.comworld1 day ago
Nigeria Shuts Illegal Mining Site and Arrests Two Suspects in Osun State
The Federal Ministry of Solid Minerals Development detained Danladi Isa and Musa Kabiru at an artisanal camp in Ileki-Ijesa on July 13. Officials confiscated equipment and sealed the site under the Nigerian Minerals and Mining Act. The two suspects are assisting investigators to…
alternet.orgpolitics1 day ago
Nigerian Court Limits Police Lawyers to Prosecution and Orders Legal Officers in Every Division
The National Industrial Court ruled July 11 that officers who are lawyers but not appointed as legal officers may only prosecute cases. The decision followed a 2025 suit by the Nigerian Bar Association against the police and related bodies.
abcnews.go.comworld3 days ago
Kidnapped Pupils and Teachers Freed in Oyo State
Security forces freed 46 people abducted from three schools in Oyo State on 15 May. The abductees spent 56 days in captivity before their release on 10 July.
vanguardngr.compolitics3 days ago
Nigeria's APC Nominates Tinubu and Shettima for 2027 Presidential Ticket
The All Progressives Congress formally presented nomination forms for President Bola Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima on Friday in Abuja. The event ends months of speculation about possible changes to the party's presidential ticket.
news.sky.comworld3 days ago
Nigerian Forces Rescue 46 Students and Staff Abducted from Oyo State Schools
President Bola Tinubu announced Friday that security agencies rescued the group 56 days after their May 15 kidnapping from three schools. Eight assailants were arrested and others killed during the operation.
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nypost.comworld3 days ago
Nigerian forces rescue 46 kidnapped pupils and staff; eight gunmen arrested and some killed
Authorities freed all 46 pupils and staff abducted from three schools in Oyo state on May 15. The operation killed some abductors and led to eight arrests.
abcnews.go.comworld4 days ago
Nigeria Ends US Contractor Role in Visa Applications Effective July 2026
The National Immigration Service ended OIS Services' role handling submissions at Nigerian visa centres in the United States. Applicants must now file directly with the embassy in Washington or consulates in New York and Atlanta.
washingtonpost.compolitics4 days ago
U.S. Lists 124 Nigerians for Deportation
The Department of Homeland Security published names and photos of 124 Nigerians on a criminal register. The list forms part of broader immigration enforcement actions that began earlier this year.
ndtv.comfinance4 days ago
Nigerian Court Adjourned Tax Evasion Case Against Binance Until September
A federal high court in Abuja postponed the tax evasion trial against Binance Holdings Ltd. The adjournment followed statements that the parties were discussing an out-of-court settlement.
abcnews.go.compolitics4 days ago
Suspected ISWAP fighters attack military base in Borno State
Suspected fighters attacked a Forward Operating Base in Ngala Local Government Area late Tuesday night, killing one soldier and damaging equipment. Attackers later burned a police outpost, a primary healthcare centre and two classrooms in the community.
usatoday.comworld4 days ago
Nigerian Authorities Investigate Fraudulent Agency Listed on National Budget
Nigeria is investigating a fraudulent government agency created by a conman that set up offices on official premises and received public funding allocations. France 24 reported the agency was intended to attract foreign investment.
BBC Newsworld5 days ago
President Tinubu Orders Probe Into Fictitious Agency in His Office
Nigeria's president directed the ICPC to investigate a purported body that secured funding and office space. The agency appeared in the 2026 budget with 1.3 billion naira allocated.
theconversation.compolitics5 days ago
Nigerian President Orders Probe Into Alleged Fake Agency
President Bola Tinubu directed an investigation after a letter surfaced claiming he created a new government body. The letter and a related signature were later deemed forgeries.
vanguardngr.comworld7 days ago
Benue Governor Updates Tinubu on Security, IDP Returns, and APC Political Situation
Governor Hyacinth Alia met President Bola Tinubu on 6 July 2026 to discuss security improvements, IDP returns, projects and post-primary political tensions in Benue State. The meeting followed Tinubu's visit to the state's 50th anniversary events one week earlier.
rove.mepolitics7 days ago
Nigeria reports attacks on citizens in South Africa
Nigeria's foreign minister said the safety of Nigerian nationals in South Africa shows no sign of improvement after two deaths during recent protests. The statement followed weeks of demonstrations against undocumented migrants.
washingtonpost.comworld7 days ago
Peter Obi Calls for President Tinubu to Resign Over Oyo School Abduction
The 2027 presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress said the president had not contacted Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde more than 50 days after the abduction of schoolchildren and teachers. Obi also cited 13 school abductions during the current administration.
news.sky.comworld7 days ago
Nigerian Court Orders De-Registration of ADC and NDC Opposition Parties
A court in June directed INEC to remove the African Democratic Congress and Nigeria Democratic Congress from the ballot. The parties, led by Atiku Abubakar and Peter Obi, plan to appeal the rulings ahead of the January 2027 presidential vote.
rigzone.comworld7 days ago
Oil well fire in Nigeria's Niger Delta continues six years after 2020 blowout
Residents of Awoye report ongoing respiratory illness, skin irritation and reduced fish catches they link to pollution from the Ororo-1 well. No government agency has conducted a comprehensive public health assessment of the affected communities.
vanguardngr.comworld7 days ago
Nigerian Lawmaker Calls for Delay of NYSC Reforms While Government Seeks First Major Update in 50 Years
Philip Agbese called on President Bola Tinubu to halt implementation of the federal government's NYSC overhaul announced last week. The deputy House spokesperson said changes require broader consultations to protect the scheme's role in national unity and security.
vanguardngr.comworld8 days ago
Former Minister Uche Nnaji Arrested at Abuja Airport on Certificate Forgery Allegations, Appeals Court Warrant
The Independent Corrupt Practices Commission detained Uche Nnaji on a Federal High Court warrant for alleged forgery of a University of Nigeria degree and NYSC discharge certificate. Lawyers urged President Bola Tinubu to prevent political interference in the investigation.
news.sky.comworld8 days ago
Zamfara Maintains No-Negotiation Policy as Some Hostages Freed but Dozens Still Missing
Governor Dauda Lawal's administration pledged continued military pressure and support for security forces. Coordinated operations freed 22 victims in Kwara and six in Borno over the weekend.
nypost.comfinance8 days ago
Federal government hands over N10 billion in hospital equipment and ambulances to Bauchi State
Nigeria's federal government delivered hospital equipment, consumables and commodities worth more than N10 billion to Bauchi State on July 5. The distribution targets primary healthcare centers in 15 local government areas under the Comprehensive Emergency Obstetric and Newborn C…
news.google.comworld8 days ago
Nigeria Private Sector Grows in June but Manufacturing Output Falls
The Stanbic IBTC PMI for June 2026 showed continued growth in Nigeria's private sector, with business activity rising for the fifth straight month even as manufacturing output fell. Employment increased for the 13th consecutive month while input costs rose at a substantial pace.
sbs.com.auworld9 days ago
Board Game Teaches Nigerian Children to Avoid Parasitic Worm Disease
A version of Chutes & Ladders called Schisto & Ladders is being used in rural Nigerian schools to teach children how schistosomiasis spreads and how to prevent infection. The game is part of a Ministry of Health program that also offers urine testing and treatment.
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investmentexecutive.comworld10 days ago
Court of Appeal in Split Ruling Bars Hijab at Ibadan Private School, Overturns Earlier Permission
The Court of Appeal in Ibadan on 3 July 2026 reversed a 2024 High Court decision that allowed female Muslim students at the University of Ibadan International School to wear the hijab. The 2-1 ruling held that the private school policy stands.
politics10 days ago
Ganduje Issues Statement Denying Defection Reports
Former All Progressives Congress national chairman Abdullahi Umar Ganduje rejected claims on July 3 that he had joined the Nigeria Democratic Congress. He called social media posters false and said legal steps would follow if they continued. The denial came in a statement from hi…
abcnews.go.comworld10 days ago
U.S. Africa Command Withdraws Most Troops Sent to Nigeria for Counterterrorism Operation
The commander of U.S. Africa Command said most troops deployed to Nigeria in February have been withdrawn. Intelligence sharing and other security cooperation with Nigerian forces will continue.
vanguardngr.comworld11 days ago
Nigerian troops seize five locally made rifles and arrest two men in Kebbi State raid
Troops from Sector 2 of Joint Task Force North West under Operation FANSAN YAMMA raided a secluded compound and recovered five locally fabricated AK-47 rifles. Two suspected gun makers were arrested on credible intelligence.
news.sky.comworld11 days ago
Gunmen Storm Nigerian School, Leaving 36 Students and Staff Missing
Gunmen raided a secondary school in Lassa, Borno state, during national examinations. At least 36 students and one staff member are missing, with a wounded teacher in intensive care. Parents have protested in the streets demanding their release.
world12 days ago
Parents Urge Nigerian Government to Recover Kidnapped Students
Parents of dozens of students taken by gunmen from a school in northeast Nigeria have called for stronger government action to secure their children's return. The appeal follows the abduction and highlights ongoing security concerns in the region.
focustaiwan.twworld12 days ago
Nigeria to Seek Compensation from South Africa for Properties Left by Citizens Repatriated After Protests
Nigeria announced it will pursue compensation from South Africa for businesses and homes left behind by citizens who fled recent anti-migrant protests. More than 600 Nigerians have been repatriated and documentation of losses has begun. The two governments will discuss the claims…
opindia.comworld13 days ago
Borno School Attack Leaves 37 Students Missing
Parents in Borno State reported that 37 children remain unaccounted for after an attack on Government Day Secondary School in Lassa. The incident occurred on Monday during national examinations.
algemeiner.comworld13 days ago
Gunmen Abduct at Least 37 Students in Northeast Nigeria School Raid
Armed assailants from the Islamic State West Africa Province group attacked a secondary school in Borno State on Monday, killing three people and taking students captive during exams. Officials report 25 female students, 11 male students and one staff member remain missing.
cnbc.comworld13 days ago
Union Threatens Strike at Seven State Universities Over Unpaid Agreement
The Benin Zone of the Academic Staff Union of Universities warned it will halt classes at seven institutions if state governments do not apply the 2025 national salary agreement to July paychecks.
app.buzzsumo.compolitics14 days ago
Atiku Abubakar Claims He Has Information About Possible Effort to Bar His Party From 2027 Election
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar issued a statement on June 29 warning of alleged efforts to exclude the African Democratic Congress from next year's polls. He urged the judiciary, electoral commission and others to stay vigilant.
news.sky.comworld15 days ago
Nigeria Sends Air Peace Flight to Evacuate Citizens from South Africa Before Protests
An Air Peace aircraft left Nigeria on Monday evening and is due to return from South Africa early Tuesday with another group of citizens. The flight forms part of a voluntary repatriation program approved earlier this month.
abcnews.go.comworld15 days ago
Federal Housing Authority secures land in 28 states and completes 100 units over 26 months
The Federal Housing Authority obtained prime land allocations in 28 states and held a groundbreaking ceremony for the FHA Green City Estate in Abuja on June 29. Construction has started on projects in several states following contract awards.
riotimesonline.comworld15 days ago
TAG Nigeria Reaffirms Plan to Create Five Million Jobs by 2030
The humanitarian organisation operating under The Advertisement Group (TAG) Nigeria Limited restated its commitment to generating more than five million jobs for Nigerians between 2025 and 2030. The group said it has already created over two million positions nationwide.
finance15 days ago
Nigeria Fuel Regulator Tells Sellers to Maintain Prices
The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission said it found only marginal price cuts at pumps despite lower global crude prices. The commission stated it will investigate any evidence of anti-competitive conduct. Petrol import costs fell to N983.92 per litre while ma…
slate.comworld15 days ago
Nigerian Resident Doctors Extend Pay Ultimatum Four Weeks While Noting Progress by Some States
The Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors gave the federal government another four weeks to address unpaid allowances and training funds. The group declared an industrial dispute after its June 27 virtual meeting.
cnbc.comworld15 days ago
U.S. Raid in Nigeria Kills 199 Jihadists, Seizes Record Electronics Haul
The United States killed 199 jihadists in a single raid in Nigeria three weeks before June 29, 2026. American intelligence agencies are now analyzing the largest cache of enemy electronic equipment recovered since the September 11 attacks.
marijuanastocks.comworld15 days ago
NDLEA Seizes 4,959 kg of Canadian Cannabis at Lagos Port
Nigerian drug agency officers recovered 4,959 kilograms of cannabis valued at N12.397 billion during a joint inspection at Apapa Port on June 23. In a separate case, a 38-year-old businesswoman was arrested at Lagos airport with 7.5 kilograms of cocaine concealed in her luggage.
Abc Newsworld16 days ago
Gunmen Kill at Least 15 in Northwest Nigeria Farming Community
Gunmen killed at least 15 people in a farming community in Zamfara state on Friday. The attack occurred in the Talata Mafara area, where violence has recurred. No group has claimed responsibility.
techcentral.co.zaworld17 days ago
U.S. and Nigerian forces kill ISIS West Africa leader
American and Nigerian forces worked together to kill Abu Musab al-Minuki, identified as a leader in ISIS and its Nigerian affiliate ISWAP. The operation took place in May.
Semaforworld17 days ago
Nigerian Senate Approves Bill to Allow State Police Forces
The Senate passed a constitutional amendment on June 26 that would permit each of Nigeria's 36 states to form its own police force. The measure now advances to state assemblies and the president for final approval.
usethebitcoin.comworld19 days ago
Nigeria Orders Banks to Freeze Assets of Terrorism Financiers
The Federal Government directed financial institutions and designated non-financial businesses to freeze assets linked to terrorism financing. The order follows U.S. sanctions on a Nigerian financier and three currency exchange firms.
Los Angeles Timespolitics19 days ago
Nigeria Senate Approves Bill Allowing State Police Forces
The Nigerian Senate passed legislation on Wednesday that would permit each of the country's 36 states to establish its own police force. The measure requires approval from two-thirds of state assemblies before becoming law.
app.buzzsumo.comworld19 days ago
Cubana Chiefpriest Offers Live TV DNA Test in Paternity Dispute
Nigerian businessman Pascal Okechukwu said on June 24 he will take a DNA test on live television if the child is brought forward. He posted the offer on Instagram but declined to pay travel costs for Kenyan woman Hellen Ati. The comment followed resurfacing of a video in which At…
vanguardngr.compolitics19 days ago
Atiku Abubakar Criticizes Federal High Court Bail Conditions for Nasir El-Rufai
Atiku Abubakar condemned the Federal High Court's refusal to review bail conditions for former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai. He described the conditions as impossible to meet and warned of a pattern of using legal processes against political opponents.
tass.comworld20 days ago
United States Sanctions Lagos Man and Three Currency Bureaus for ISIS Financing
The United States sanctioned Mukhtar Adamu Muhammad and three Nigerian bureaux de change on June 23 for moving funds to ISIS. The designations target a network spanning France, Turkiye, Syria and Nigeria. AllAfrica reported the action under Executive Order 13224.
rte.iepolitics21 days ago
Court Orders Publisher Remanded at Kuje Centre, Rejects Recusal Request
A Federal High Court judge in Abuja directed that online publisher Omoyele Sowore be held at Kuje Correctional Centre on cybercrime charges. The same ruling dismissed an application to remove the judge from the case.
manilatimes.netsports21 days ago
Remains of Ateneo player Divine Adili and teammate Rene Baterbonia repatriated after deaths in team-building activity
The remains of 21-year-old Ateneo Blue Eagles forward Divine Adili left the Philippines on June 22 for return to Nigeria. Adili and teammate Rene Baterbonia died two weeks earlier during a team-building activity in Aurora province. Ateneo covered all repatriation costs and sent r…
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Court of Appeal Halts Order to Deregister Five Parties While Constitutional Challenge Continues
The Court of Appeal in Abuja halted a Federal High Court judgment directing INEC to deregister ADC, AA, APP, AP and ZLP. The stay followed appeals filed by INEC and the parties after the lower court proceeded despite an earlier order.
vanguardngr.compolitics22 days ago
Vice President Shettima Speaks at Abuja Mosque Prayer Session Honoring Tinubu’s Late Mother
AllAfrica reported that Vice President Kashim Shettima praised the late Alhaja Abibatu Mogaji on Sunday at the Abuja National Mosque. Mogaji, who died in 2013, was President Bola Tinubu's mother and former Iyaloja-General of Nigeria. The event featured memorials and prayers for n…
thesouthafrican.comworld22 days ago
FRSC Promotes Over 10,000 Officers in 2026 Exercise Across 12 Zones
The Federal Road Safety Corps conducted its 2026 promotion exercise across 12 zonal commands, advancing more than 10,000 officers including those studying abroad. Real-time cameras and independent observers monitored the process that began June 14.
thesouthafrican.comworld22 days ago
South-East Leaders Seek Political Solution for Nnamdi Kanu Release, Minister Says
Minister David Umahi said on 22 June 2026 that regional leaders are pursuing political options to free detained IPOB figure Nnamdi Kanu. He also stated Ebonyi State backs President Bola Tinubu and is not aligned with the Obedient Movement.