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President Tinubu Vows Unyielding Support for Armed Forces Amid Rising Insecurity

President Bola Tinubu has vowed that Nigeria will not yield to internal or external forces working to destabilize the country, stating that the nation remains unshaken in its fight against terrorism and insecurity. Speaking to troops during a visit to the frontline in Katsina State on Friday, Tinubu praised the Nigerian armed forces for their

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EFCC Tracks $80bn in Sacked NNPCL Boss’s Account

A sweeping anti-corruption probe has rocked Nigeria’s petroleum sector. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) is investigating the alleged misappropriation of nearly $3 billion allocated for the rehabilitation of the country’s state-owned refineries. The EFCC has arrested the recently sacked managing directors and top officials of the Port Harcourt Refining Company, Warri Refining and

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Headlines Politics

Seyi Tinubu Denies Attack at NANS Inauguration, Labels Allegations False

Seyi Tinubu, son of President Bola Tinubu, has strongly denied allegations made by the President of the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS), Comrade Atiku Abubakar Isah, claiming he orchestrated a violent attack during the students’ inauguration event in Abuja. Isah had alleged that thugs loyal to Seyi Tinubu stormed the Wells Carlton Hotel in

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Over 2,000 Nigerians Die in Violent Incidents in Q1 — SBM Intelligence

No fewer than 2,000 Nigerians were killed in violent incidents across the country between January and March 2025, according to data compiled by SBM Intelligence. The deaths, from attacks by terrorists, armed robbers, bandits and the Boko Haram sect, also include casualties from abductions, gang clashes and military operations. SBM’s latest chart, released in April,

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Commission Confirms Discrepancies in Student Loan Administration

The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission has confirmed discrepancies in the administration of the student loan scheme. The ICPC’s Director, Public Enlightenment and Education, Demola Bakare, said this in a statement on Thursday in Abuja. He said that with the confirmation of discrepancies in the administration of the loan; the commission had

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Business Headlines

Fraud Investigation: EFCC Traces CBEX Funds to Four Countries

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has confirmed that funds related to the cryptocurrency trading platform Crypto Bridge Exchange (CBEX) scheme have been traced to at least three to four countries. EFCC chairman, Ola Olukoyede, disclosed this during an interview aired on recently; however, he withheld the names of the countries. “We have been

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FG Shuts Alapako Bridge, Orders Urgent Fixes Across Lagos-Ibadan Expressway

The Federal Government has launched emergency repair efforts on key bridges along the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, following serious structural concerns uncovered during an official inspection led by the Minister of Works, David Umahi. During the inspection tour, which included directors of highways, engineers from the Federal Ministry of Works, and officials from Lagos and Ogun States,

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Economy

Empowering Nigeria: AfDB’s $650 Million Annual Investment Targets Infrastructure and Inclusive Growth

In a bold step toward reshaping Nigeria’s economic landscape, the African Development Bank (AfDB) has rolled out a new five-year roadmap that will inject an average of $650 million annually into the country from 2025 to 2030. The initiative is designed to fast-track infrastructure development, empower young people and women, and support Nigeria’s push toward

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Workers Day: Senate President Lauds Nigerian Workers, Pledges Labour-Friendly Legislation

The President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, has commended Nigerian workers for their productivity, diligence, commitment and resilience even in the face of socioeconomic challenges. Akpabio, who acknowledged the hard work and dedication of Nigerian workers, said the workers had always prioritised nation above any consideration. “Today, we celebrate the hard work and dedication of

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FG Licenses 11 New Private Universities to Commence Official Operations

Sequel to the approval by the National Universities Commission (NUC), the Federal Government has presented operational licenses to 11 newly approved private universities to expand access to quality tertiary education. The Minister of Education, Dr Tunji Alausa, stated this at the presentation of the licences to the new private universities in Abuja on Wednesday. The

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