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Troops rescue 308 kidnap victims after six-month operation in Kwara, Niger forests
Troops conducting a special operation led by the Office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA) have rescued 308 kidnap victims abducted about six months ago from communities in Kwara and
WAFCON 2026: Six key takeaways as Super Falcons crush Egypt to reach quarter-finals
Beyond the convincing scoreline, the contest produced several narratives that could shape Nigeria’s title bid as the tournament heads into the knockout rounds The post WAFCON 2026: Six key takeaways
Onaiyekan Controversy: Afenifere leaders, analysts clash over Tinubu presidency’s response to Catholic Bishops
By Dayo Johnson, Olasunkanmi Akoni, Rotimi Ojomoyela & James Ogunnaike The controversy surrounding the meeting between President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Nigeria (CBCN), as well
Growth must lift Nigerians, other Africans out of poverty — ITUC-Africa
•Faults Nigeria’s planned removal of subsidy on electricity By Victor Ahiuma-Young NAIROBI, Kenya — Organised Labour through the International Trade Union Confederation, ITUC-Africa, has called on Nigeria and other African governments
Senate backs EKEDP’s turnaround, seeks solution to sector bottlenecks
By Udeme Akpan, Energy Editor The Senate Committee on Privatisation has commended Eko Electricity Distribution Plc (EKEDP) for its improved operational performance since the privatisation of Nigeria’s power sector, while pledging
Rafa Corporation Invests in Nigeria’s Soap Manufacturing Facility
Raheem Akingbolu Rafa Corporation, manufacturer of Rafa Detergent brand, has announced a landmark investment in soap manufacturing technology, marking a major milestone in its ambition to build one of Africa’s leading
NGX Group declares N1.30 interim dividend as H1 profit jumps 146%
By Peter Egwuatu The Nigerian Exchange (NGX) Group Plc has declared an interim dividend of N1.30 per ordinary share for the six months ended June 30, 2026, following a strong first-half
Dollar to Naira exchange rate today, August 6, 2026
The naira maintained a relatively stable position against the United States dollar in the official foreign exchange market on Thursday, August 6, 2026, while the gap between the Nigerian Foreign
North-West Insecurity: Security firm identifies key challenges, urges regional collaboration
By Musa Ubandawaki, Sokoto SOKOTO — A security risk management firm, Beacon Security and Innovations Limited (BSIL), has expressed concern over the security situation in Nigeria’s North-West, identifying key factors
Tambuwal mourns slain police officer, seeks stronger action against insecurity in Sokoto
By Musa Ubandawaki, Sokoto SOKOTO — Former Governor of Sokoto State and Senator representing Sokoto South Senatorial District, Aminu Waziri Tambuwal, has expressed concern over renewed attacks by armed groups
