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Tinubu reaffirms commitment to security, says 13,000 terrorists neutralised in one year
President Bola Tinubu has reiterated his administration’s commitment to strengthening security across the country, stressing that sustainable democracy can only thrive in a secure environment. In a nationwide address to Nigerians on Friday, the President expressed concern over the plight of children reportedly held captive in parts of Borno State, declaring that “democracy without security is a mirage.” Speaking further,…
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Tinubu pledges more infrastructure projects across FCT at commissioning of Kuje-Airport road
President Bola Tinubu has pledged to ensure that the benefits of development are extended to all parts of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), including satellite towns and rural communities, following the commissioning of the Kuje-Airport Expressway in Abuja. Represented by Vice President Kashim Shettima at the ceremony on Thursday, Tinubu said his administration would continue to pursue infrastructure projects aimed…
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Shettima defends Tinubu’s reforms as City Boy Movement rallies support for 2027
Vice President Kashim Shettima has defended the policies and programmes of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, describing them as youth-focused and aimed at addressing contemporary national challenges through long-term reforms. Speaking on Thursday during a courtesy visit by members of the City Boy Movement at the Presidential Villa in Abuja, Shettima said the administration remains committed to supporting young Nigerians, whom…
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Troops foil attempted abduction of school pupils in Kogi, kill one terrorist
Troops of the 12 Brigade, Nigerian Army, under the 2 Division, have foiled an attempted abduction of pupils at Iluke Community in Kabba-Bunu Local Government Area of Kogi State, preventing what authorities described as a planned mass kidnapping by terrorists disguised in military uniforms. The operation was conducted on June 10, 2026, following credible intelligence from residents who alerted troops…
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Nigeria, Ethiopia sign prisoner transfer agreement, move for immediate implementation
The Federal Republic of Nigeria and the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia have signed a Transfer of Sentenced Persons Agreement, marking a significant step in strengthening judicial cooperation and protecting the rights of citizens serving prison terms abroad. Both countries also agreed to commence the immediate implementation of the bilateral agreement in line with their respective domestic laws and international…
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Presidency disowns ‘Presidential Foreign Intervention Promotion Council’
The Presidency has distanced itself from the purported appointment of Prince Adeniyi Adeyemi under the banner of an organization known as the “Presidential Foreign Intervention Promotion Council,” describing the claim as false and misleading. In a disclaimer issued on Thursday, the Chief of Staff to the President, Femi Gbajabiamila, stated that the Federal Government had become aware of activities by…
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Seriake Dickson defends NDC primaries, says party not immune from post-primary disagreements
Former Bayelsa State Governor and National Democratic Congress (NDC) chieftain, Seriake Dickson, has defended the conduct of the party’s recently concluded primaries, acknowledging reported irregularities while insisting that the challenges are not unique to the NDC. Speaking during an interview on Arise Television, Dickson sympathised with aspirants who expressed concerns over the exercise, noting that while the primaries were not…
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‘It was a static display’: EFCC witness details alleged Nigeria Air deception in court
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on Wednesday told the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) High Court in Abuja that former Minister of Aviation, Hadi Sirika, allegedly used an Ethiopian Airlines aircraft adorned with Nigeria Air branding to create the impression that the national carrier had commenced operations. Testifying before Justice S.C. Oriji as the 12th prosecution witness (PW12), EFCC…
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Alleged $6bn Mambilla fraud: Witness gives account of FEC extract certification process
A prosecution witness in the ongoing trial of former Minister of Power, Olu Agunloye, on Wednesday told the Federal Capital Territory High Court in Abuja how Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting extracts connected to the alleged $6 billion Mambilla Power Project were certified and transmitted to the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). The EFCC is prosecuting Agunloye on an…
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NCAA grounds aircraft after emergency road landing near Asaba Airport
The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has grounded a private aircraft following an incident in which it missed its approach to Asaba Airport and landed on a roadway in Ogwashi-Uku, Delta State. In a statement issued on Wednesday, NCAA Director of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection, Michael Achimugu, confirmed the incident, saying: “The aircraft conducted an unstable approach and subsequently…
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