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Aminu Lamido was arrested by operatives of December 11, 2012 on his way to Cairo, Egypt, having on him undeclared $40, 000

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Supreme Court affirms forfeiture of ‘undeclared’ $40,000 to FG by Aminu Lamido

Aminu Sule Lamido was first arraigned before Justice Fatun O. Riman of the Federal High Court, Kano on February 4,…
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The court also granted Fubara and Odu leave to serve the interim order and the originating processes on the gate of Rivers Assembly quarters

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Impeachment of Fubara, deputy only solution to Rivers crisis – Lawmakers

The lawmakers accused Fubara of deploying blackmail and embarking on media campaign against them.
From Guinea, Shettima will proceed to Davos-Klosters, Switzerland, for the 56th Annual Meeting of the World Economic Forum (WEF 2026)

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Shettima hits Guinea-Conakry for presidential inauguration

The Vice-President’s attendance at the inauguration of Doumbouya is a strategic move for regional leadership, economic partnership, and global economic…
Police dock fashion designer for allegedly raping apprentice

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Lagos man docked for allegedly getting lover’s friend drunk, raping her

The offence contravened Section 260 of the Criminal Law of Lagos State, 2015.
Anambra

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Anambra: Man denies kidnappers N40m ransom, escape from captivity

The victim, an indigene of Obinagu–Isikweachi, Oji River LGA of Enugu, who was kidnapped on Jan.1 in his home town,…
Trial of former governor, Sule Lamido, his two sons and others over alleged N1.35 billion fraud was stalls at the Federal High Court in Abuja

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Supreme Court orders EFCC to resuscitate trial of ex-Gov Lamido, sons for N1.3bn fraud

The EFCC alleged that Lamido, who governed Jigawa from 2007 to 2015 laundered 1.35 billion naira in kickbacks from contractors…
Nigeria says it will continue to work with EU to ensure that its financial system remains transparent, and aligned with global best practices

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FG hails Nigeria’s removal from EU AML/CFT High Risk List

The decision, contained in a European Commission Delegated Regulation released this week amending Delegated Regulation (EU) 2016/1675, follows Nigeria’s earlier…
Senator John Enoh said the initiative marked a strategic step in translating Nigeria’s industrial potential into measurable productivity.

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Nigeria unveils industrialisation policy to boost jobs, value addition

The Minister of State for Industry, Senator John Enoh, who spoke at the soft launch of the policy, said the…
Stakeholders meeting: PDP begins comeback move in Kogi

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PDP sets up caretaker committees for Rivers, 4 other states

Shan said the committees will manage party affairs in their states, as stipulated in Section 21(2)(a-b) of the PDP Constitution.
Alaafin denies agreeing with Gov. Seyi Makinde on the decision to begin rotation of the chairmanship of Oyo Council of Obas and Chiefs

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Alaafin faults Makinde on Oyo Council of Obas and Chiefs

Makinde said at the inauguration of the Council on Thursday that he consulted with Alaafin and two other top three…
Atiku

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Atiku speaks on decision of his son to join APC, backs Tinubu’s re-election

The junior Abubakar Atiku formally defected to APC and declared his intention to support the re-election of Tinubu in 2027…
CSP Gladys dragged her husband, ACP Abayomi Faniyi to divorce court in Ibadan over allegations of domestic violence and infidelity

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Court ends top police officers’ marriage over domestic violence, infidelity

ACP Abayomi Abayomi further stated that he once gave his wife, CSP Gladys a blow, causing her to hit her…
Opadokun used the gun as a metaphor for the military, militarist power and its hegemony in Nigeria, stating that the military has had a holistic influence in Nigeria's politics, social and civic space till date.

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How the gun changed course of Nigeria’s history – Ayo Opadokun

Opadokun stated this at the public presentation of his book, "The Gun Hegemony", which held on Thursday 15 January at…
Ansaru terrorist

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Court fixes date for DSS to open case against two Ansaru commanders

They were accused of conspiring amongst themselves and agreeing to be part of the formation and top commanders of the…
Soludo commended Tinubu for his administration’s renewed vigour in tackling terrorism and other forms of insecurity across the country.

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“Mr President, kudos,” Soludo hails Tinubu’s efforts to end terrorism

Soludo also appreciated the courage and unwavering commitment of the Nigerian armed forces in safeguarding peace and security across the…
ADC faction in Edo suspends John Oyegun , Osunbor, others

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Nigeria under severe burden since independence – Odigie Oyegun

Oyegun who stated this on Thursday in Benin, at the official declaration of Chief Dele Momodu for the ADC, noted…
Tinubu said victories of Nigerian artistes at the 9th AFRIMA show creativity and the country's growing influence in African and global music

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Tinubu reacts to Rema, Burna Boy, other Nigerian artistes’ feats at 9th AFRIMA

President Tinubu, who was honoured in 2015 with the Pillar of Art and Culture in Africa Award by the African…
Ado said the NRS broke its revenue collection performance in 2025, posting N28.3 trillion to surpass the set target of N25.2 trillion.

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NRS dismisses claim on 7.5% VAT on banking services

Some banks and fintech companies had informed their customers that they have been directed by the NRS to start collecting…
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The Armed Forces Celebration and Remembrance Day was also an avenue to celebrate and honour the serving personnel of the armed forces.

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AFCRD 2026: Tinubu, Shettima, Akpabio, others honour fallen heroes (PHOTOS)

The ceremony was attended by an array of dignitaries, including members of the Federal Executive Council, heads of security agencies,…
Mohammed said he was sprayed with a substance suspected to be acidic by one Idris Hamza, a resident of Yola South LGA of Adamawa State

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Adamawa teenager sprayed with acid on way to the Mosque

Adamawa Commissioner of Police, Dankombo Morris, has directed the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) to take over the case, and…
AGROW programme.

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FG earmarks $500m to enhance food security

The programme is anchored and supported by the Presidential Food Systems Coordinating Unit (PFSCU), Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Food…
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NNPP urges Kwankwaso and his Kwankwasiya Movement to stop distracting Governor Abba Yusuf and allow him to continue his good works in Kano.

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NNPP to Gov. Yusuf: You don’t need Kwankwaso’s permit to join APC

The NNPP statement was coming on the background of a statement by Kwankwaso’s Spokesman, Mr Ladipo Johnson that his principal…
Police said the parcel allegedly containing 113.93 grams of gold worth over N20m was sent to a recipient in Minna, Niger State from Abuja

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Niger: Driver, one other arrested over missing N20m gold consignment

On reaching the park, the recipient met the driver offloading the vehicle with the second suspect, and when asked for…
Bago said the resettlement of the people had become necessary with a view to flushing out criminals who were using Kainji Lake as their camp

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Bago orders Kainji lake residents to leave ahead of expected military action

Bago said that the resettlement of the people had become necessary with a view to flushing out criminals who were…
Wike

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Wike approves promotion of 2,000 FCTA, FCDA workers

Ezeh explained that the members of staff who cut across 165 cadres, were promoted after a Computer-Based Test held on…
Woman docked for failing to return money mistakenly sent to her account

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Jos man jailed after pleading guilty to enticing married woman

The prosecutor further told the court that during a police investigation, the accused person confessed to have committed the offence…
Lai Mohammed said his strategy enables the APC to reconnect with undecided voters and neutralise misinformation ahead of the election.

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Lai Mohammed: My two-pronged strategy that helped Tinubu won 2023 election

The former minister further argued: “Apart from disseminating information, the innovation of the Scorecard Series also shifted the dynamics of…
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