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Investments, Enterprise Will Drive Nigeria’s $1tn Economy – Shettima
Vice President Kashim Shettima has said Nigeria’s ambition of building a one-trillion-dollar economy is driven by enterprise, investment and coordinated reforms across all levels of government. He particularly identified Lagos State as the clearest demonstration of how subnational leadership can accelerate national economic transformation. Speaking on Monday when he declared open the Invest Lagos 3.0 […]
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IGP Disu Calls For Unified West African Front Against Transnational Crime
The inspector-general of police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu has called for unified West African front against transnational crime. The IGP stated this at the 11th meeting of heads of INTERPOL National Central Bureaus (NCBs) for West Africa. The gathering brought together NCB heads from 16 West African nations alongside senior representatives of the INTERPOL General […]
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Labour Party Sues INEC Over Enugu By-Election Exclusion
The Labour Party led by Nenadi Usman has dragged the Independent National Electoral Commission to the Federal High Court, Abuja over the exclusion of its candidate from the Enugu North Senatorial by-election slated for June 20 2026. National Publicity Secretary, Ken Eluma Asogwa, in a statement on Monday, said the suit followed INEC’s refusal to […]
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Bandits’ Leader Reveals Why He Refused To Release Abducted General’s Wife
Bandit leader, Kachalla Muhammad, has disclosed that he decided not release the wife of retired Major General Abubakar Rabe, Hajiya Amina Abubakar, as promised because he did not want security agencies to take credit for her release. The bandit leader, in an audio message circulating on social media, said he had initially indicated willingness to […]
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Oyedele: Federal Govt Has Paid Over N700bn Verified Contractor Debts
The federal government said it had approved the processing of about N700 billion in verified obligations owed to local contractors. The minister of finance and coordinating minister of the economy, Taiwo Oyedele, who made this known on Monday via a statement issued by the Ministry of Finance, said the approvals followed a diligent verification and […]
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How Bandits Abducted 39 Zamfara Elders During Peace Meeting
No fewer than 39 elders of  Magamin Diddi village in Magami/Faru ward of Maradun Local Government Area, Zamfara State, were kidnapped during a reconciliation meeting with Jammo, a notorious bandit kingpin operating in Muntsira Forest in Maradun. While 50 of the elders were initially kidnapped by the  bandits, 11 were released to go and negotiate […]
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At Aig-Imoukhuede Memorial Lecture: Political position isn’t leadership, Kukah tells Nigerians
THE Catholic Bishop of Sokoto Diocese, Matthew Kukah, yesterday challenged Nigerians to rethink their understanding of leadership. The post At Aig-Imoukhuede Memorial Lecture: Political position isn’t leadership, Kukah tells Nigerians appeared first on Vanguard News.
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NPA, NIMASA, others watch as tankers shut down Mile 2-Apapa expressway
Motorists and commuters were stranded for hours in traffic, yesterday, following a gridlock caused by an upsurge of tankers along the Oshodi-Apapa Expressway that obstructed vehicular movement and blocked access and other link roads. The post NPA, NIMASA, others watch as tankers shut down Mile 2-Apapa expressway appeared first on Vanguard News.
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FG mulls diplomatic action as Nigerians face renewed attacks in South Africa
Nigeria considered diplomatic measures against South Africa after renewed xenophobic attacks, while evacuation plans for affected citizens progressed.
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Abducted Oyo principal speaks from captivity, begs Nigerians to secure their freedom
AFTER spending 25 days in captivity, the abducted Principal of Community High School, Esiele, in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State, Mrs Rachael Folawe Alamu, has appeared in a viral video from captivity, begging Nigerians and government authorities to secure their release. The post Abducted Oyo principal speaks from captivity, begs Nigerians to secure their freedom appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Xenophobia: Nigeria weighs sanctions against S’Africa
Nigeria is weighing sanctions against South Africa due to renewed xenophobic attacks on Nigerians. The government expresses displeasure and considers retal Read More: https://punchng.com/xenophobia-nigeria-weighs-sanctions-against-safrica/
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FG sets 12-month deadline for HR officers certification compliance
The Federal Government mandates professional HR certification for civil servants, setting a 12-month deadline for compliance to professionalise HR manageme Read More: https://punchng.com/fg-sets-12-month-deadline-for-hr-officers-certification-compliance/
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How high prices’re degrading quality of food Nigerians eat
Across many Nigerian homes, meals are changing quietly. Portions are smaller. Shopping is more careful. Families now measure food differently.  The post How high prices’re degrading quality of food Nigerians eat appeared first on Vanguard News.
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High hopes as Nigeria-U.S. pact shifts global counter-terrorism to Sahel
The global war against terrorism is entering a new phase, and Africa has become its central battlefield following recent happenings The post High hopes as Nigeria-U.S. pact shifts global counter-terrorism to Sahel appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.
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Insecurity: Labour protests as Senate expedites state police
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress (TUC) have threatened to direct workers nationwide to stay away from their workplaces The post Insecurity: Labour protests as Senate expedites state police appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.
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Community police: How dearth of standards aids unlicensed armed groups’ proliferation
The abduction of dozens of pupils and teachers in communities within Oriire Local Council of Oyo State and many other places The post Community police: How dearth of standards aids unlicensed armed groups’ proliferation appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.
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Lagos positions as Africa’s investment gateway, targets $300b GDP
Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has reiterated the state's ambition to become Africa's foremost investment destination, The post Lagos positions as Africa’s investment gateway, targets $300b GDP appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.
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U.S. judge blocks Trump’s $100,000 fee for skilled visa
A U.S. federal judge on Monday blocked President Donald Trump from imposing a $100,000 fee on employers filing visa applications for foreign highly-skilled workers. The United States awards 85,000 H-1B visas per year on a lottery system. India accounts for The post U.S. judge blocks Trump’s $100,000 fee for skilled visa appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.
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Ebola deaths top 100 in DRC amid armed groups violence
The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) on Monday said confirmed Ebola deaths had climbed to 101 and that ​the presence of armed groups was continuing to hinder response in the hardest-hit province. The outbreak of the Bundibugyo strain of Ebola The post Ebola deaths top 100 in DRC amid armed groups violence appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.
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Police arrest suspects linked to Effurun fatal shooting
The Delta State Police Command has arrested four suspected members of a gun-running syndicate linked to the unlawful possession The post Police arrest suspects linked to Effurun fatal shooting appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.
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Terror attacks on S’West, symptomatic of governors’ complacency (2)
For years, the government’s responses to dislocations occasioned by terror attacks have been highly predictable to the extent The post Terror attacks on S’West, symptomatic of governors’ complacency (2) appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.
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Shettima says investment, enterprise key to $1tr economy target  
Vice President Kashim Shettima, yesterday, said Nigeria’s quest to build a $1 trillion economy will be driven by private enterprise The post Shettima says investment, enterprise key to $1tr economy target   appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.
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Anambra, Oyo residents warned against imminent flash flood
Residents of Anambra and Oyo States have been warned to brace up for the impacts of the rainy season. The post Anambra, Oyo residents warned against imminent flash flood appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.
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I can prove ADC primary was rigged, Babachir Lawal insists
Former Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Babachir Lawal, says he has evidence that the African Democratic Congress (ADC) The post I can prove ADC primary was rigged, Babachir Lawal insists appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.
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Three killed in Warri–Itakpe train mishap
Three passengers have been killed following the derailment of a train on the Warri–Itakpe Train Service yesterday. The post Three killed in Warri–Itakpe train mishap appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.
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Tinubu fills cabinet vacancies, swears in new ministers  
President Bola Tinubu has filled key vacancies in his cabinet, swearing in Joseph Tegbe as Minister of Power and Ambassador Sola Enikanolaiye The post Tinubu fills cabinet vacancies, swears in new ministers   appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.
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Lagos challenges suit against inquest into death of Chimamanda’s son
The Attorney-General of Lagos State, Mr Lawal Pedro (SAN), and the presiding coroner for the Lagos Coroner’s District have challenged The post Lagos challenges suit against inquest into death of Chimamanda’s son appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.
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PNC forum to review 15-year gains of local content
Nigeria’s local content drive, which has grown from five per cent in 2010 to 61 per cent and helped indigenous producers account The post PNC forum to review 15-year gains of local content appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.
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Motor show promotes innovation through youth engagement
Young Nigerians demonstrated their passion for innovation, technology and the future of mobility as Toyota Nigeria Limited The post Motor show promotes innovation through youth engagement appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.
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Why governors’ proposed N100,000 minimum wage unsettles labour
The attempt by the governors to impose a new wage on the country, contrary to the established process, risks disrupting The post Why governors’ proposed N100,000 minimum wage unsettles labour appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.
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TCN says transmission exceeds peak generation, cites 8,700MW wheeling capacity
The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) has said the country’s transmission infrastructure can wheel more electricity The post TCN says transmission exceeds peak generation, cites 8,700MW wheeling capacity appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.
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FUTA denies selective IPPIS capture claims, uncovers illegal sale of employment letters
The management of the Federal University of Technology, Akure (FUTA) Teaching Hospital has dismissed allegations of manipulation The post FUTA denies selective IPPIS capture claims, uncovers illegal sale of employment letters appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.
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FIFA World Cup 2026: Durable themes in troubled times
When the FIFA World Cup kicks off on June 11, Nigeria will be on the menu but not as a competitor. Nigerian musician, Burna Boy, The post FIFA World Cup 2026: Durable themes in troubled times appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.
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Abducted pupils: ‘They are not politicians, release them,’ Borno stakeholders beg terrorists
Borno stakeholders appeal to terrorists for the unconditional release of 42 abducted pupils from Askira/Uba, emphasizing their innocence and vulnerability. Read More: https://punchng.com/abducted-pupils-they-are-not-politicians-release-them-borno-stakeholders-beg-terrorists/
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Discriminatory cut-off marks hurting polytechnics – ASUP, others
Discriminatory admission cut-off marks are hurting Nigerian polytechnics, leading to talent drain and hindering industrial development. Stakeholders call f Read More: https://punchng.com/discriminatory-cut-off-marks-hurting-polytechnics-asup-others/
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Breaking: Senate declares when state police will be created
The Nigerian Senate has announced when the much-talk about state police will be established in the country, a development that has got Nigerians talking.
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