General Judiciary

Court Sentences Ex-Driver to Death for Murder of Abuja Couple

A Federal Capital Territory High Court in Abuja has sentenced Jonathan Marcus to death by hanging for the murder of an elderly couple, Adebola Ezekiel and his wife, Abiodun Ezekiel, at their residence in Apo Legislative Quarters. Marcus, a former driver to the victims, was convicted over the killing of the couple on April 1,

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General Health

Tinubu Highlights Health Sector Gains Under His Administration

President Bola Tinubu has highlighted what he described as major milestones recorded by his administration in Nigeria’s health sector, saying ongoing reforms are expanding access to healthcare, strengthening the workforce and improving health outcomes across the country. Tinubu said his government had made significant investments in healthcare infrastructure, human resources and policy reforms aimed at

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General

Miyetti Allah Rules Out Reprisal Attack Over Killing of Benue Chairman

The Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria, MACBAN, has ruled out any reprisal attack in Benue State following the killing of its state chairman, Ardo Risku Mohammed, by suspected armed men. The association said it would not take the law into its hands despite the provocation, stressing that it would allow security agencies to

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General

Gunmen Attack NIPSS Again, Security Operatives Kill One Assailant

Security operatives at the National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies, Kuru, Plateau State, on Wednesday night repelled another attack by suspected gunmen, killing one of the assailants during a gun battle. The attack was said to have occurred at about 11 p.m. when the gunmen attempted to breach the institute’s security perimeter but were

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Economy General

CBN Revokes Licences of 46 Microfinance Banks

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has revoked the operating licences of 46 microfinance banks as part of ongoing efforts to strengthen the country’s financial system and enforce regulatory compliance. The apex bank said the affected institutions failed to meet regulatory requirements, including compliance with licensing conditions and other provisions of the Banks and Other

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General Health

RSUTH Reaffirms Commitment to Free Cleft Surgeries as National Conference Begins

By Odinakachi Celestine The Rivers State University Teaching Hospital (RSUTH) has reaffirmed its commitment to providing free cleft lip and palate surgeries as it welcomed members of the Nigerian Association of Cleft Lip and Palate (NACLP) to Rivers State for the pre-conference activities of its 7th Scientific Conference and Annual General Meeting. The conference, which

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General Oil and Gas

Dangote Plans to Increase Refining Capacity to 2.1 Million Barrels Per Day

The Dangote Group has announced plans to increase its refining capacity to 2.1 million barrels per day, expanding its footprint across Africa. The planned capacity will comprise the existing 1.4 million barrels per day refining operations in Nigeria and a proposed 700,000 barrels per day refinery in Kenya to serve the East African market. The

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General Security

Several Feared Dead in Fresh Attack on Benue Community

Several people have reportedly been killed following an early morning attack on Sai Community in Mbajir Council Ward of Katsina-Ala Local Government Area of Benue State. Residents said the attackers stormed the community in the early hours, opening fire on villagers and causing panic as many fled for safety. The exact number of casualties has

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Community Education General

UNIOSUN Student Alleges Assault by Soldier During Hostel Invasion

A female student of Osun State University (UNIOSUN), Osogbo, has alleged that a soldier pinned her against a bathroom door and attempted to sexually assault her during the reported invasion of student hostels by military personnel. The student recounted that she was alone in her room when soldiers allegedly forced her to open the door.

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Economy General

Nigeria Tops Africa in Economic Performance Ranking

Nigeria has emerged as the highest-ranked African country in the economic performance pillar of the IMD World Competitiveness Ranking 2026, outperforming South Africa, Ghana, Kenya, Namibia and Botswana. The ranking assesses countries based on key economic indicators, including growth, trade, employment, investment and public finance, to measure overall competitiveness. The latest report highlights Nigeria’s improved

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