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NCDC Monitors New Public Health Risks

The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control said health authorities continue monitoring disease surveillance and emerging public health risks across the country. Officials explained that monitoring efforts involve hospitals, laboratories, and…

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THE ILLUSION OF GATEWAY SECURITY: Why Automated Customs Systems at Airports Cannot Stem the Flow of Illicit Cash

The federal regulatory architecture has proudly unveiled yet another digital milestone in its ongoing campaign against international financial misconduct. Speaking at an interagency security gathering earlier this week, the Comptroller…

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Two Access Bank Staff Fined N50,000 for Defrauding 305 Customers

LAGOS — Two former Access Bank staff members have been fined a combined N50,000 after being convicted of defrauding 305 customers. The Trumpet Nigeria reported the case on Wednesday, and…

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Lagos Police Score May Breakthroughs as Four Kidnappers Neutralised

LAGOS — The Lagos State Police Command has recorded a series of significant security breakthroughs…

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Nigerian Pilgrim Dies at Muzdalifah During 2026 Hajj in Saudi Arabia

MECCA — A male Nigerian pilgrim participating in the 2026 Hajj has died at Muzdalifah…

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Children’s Day: Nigeria Demands Justice for Abducted Pupils

ABUJA — Nigeria marked Children's Day on Wednesday, May 27, against the backdrop of a…

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POLITICS NEWS

Fubara and Desmond Elliot: Lessons From Political Loyalty Misplaced

LAGOS — Two political stories from the last year offer stark lessons about the dangers…

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Atiku Congratulates Amaechi at 61 as ADC Nomination Crisis Deepens

ABUJA — Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has congratulated former Transportation Minister Rotimi Amaechi on…

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INEC Heads to Court of Appeal After High Court Primary Judgment

ABUJA — The Independent National Electoral Commission has filed an appeal at the Court of…

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Hayatu-Deen Boycotts ADC Results Announcement in Primary Fallout

ABUJA — Mohammed Hayatu-Deen, the economist and ADC presidential aspirant, boycotted the results announcement of…

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Global Oil Market Volatility Raises Africa Concerns

Global oil market uncertainty continues raising economic concerns across African countries dependent on petroleum exports…

Luxury Real Estate Market Expands In Abuja And Lagos

Demand for luxury real estate continues growing in Abuja and Lagos despite economic pressure affecting…

MTN Nigeria Pays N878bn in Taxes Amid Revenue Growth

Telecommunications giant MTN Nigeria has paid about N878.7 billion in taxes, levies, and duties to…

Nigerian Stock Market Dips as Traders Step Back for Long Holiday

LAGOS — The Nigerian stock market recorded a decline in trading activity on Wednesday as…

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WORLD NEWS

International Security Concerns Grow Across Sahel Region

Security concerns continue growing across the Sahel region as governments face rising instability, armed violence, and humanitarian pressure. International security…

US-Iran War: Tehran Threatens Strait of Hormuz After New Strikes

TEHRAN — Iran has renewed its threat to close the Strait of Hormuz following a new round of US and…

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Ebola DRC Tops 1,000 Cases as WHO Rushes Vaccines to Ituri Province

KINSHASA — The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has crossed 1,000 suspected cases, according to the latest…

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Ebola DRC Hits 900 Cases as WHO Warns Containment Window Closing

KINSHASA — The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has approached 900 suspected cases as the World Health…

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NMA Demands Full Inquiry Into EFCC Uyo Hospital Raid

ABUJA — The Nigerian Medical Association has formally called on President Bola Tinubu to order…

Medical Body Renames PCOS to PMOS in Global Health Shift

LAGOS — The global medical community has officially renamed polycystic ovary syndrome, known as PCOS,…

NCDC: No Hantavirus Cases Recorded in Nigeria

ABUJA — The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention has assured Nigerians that there…

MSF: 440,000 Nigerian Children Treated for Malnutrition

ABUJA — Doctors Without Borders, known as MSF, has warned that Nigeria is facing a…

Alexx Ekubo’s Family Announces June 18 Burial in Abia State

LAGOS — The family of late Nollywood actor Alexx Ekubo has announced his burial plans. Funeral rites will conclude on…

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NBA and Makinde Camp Demand Full Oyo Security Architecture Overhaul

IBADAN — The Nigerian Bar Association and the Peoples Democratic Party in Oyo State have jointly called for a comprehensive…

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Seme Border Loses Billions Despite Multi-Billion Naira Upgrade

LAGOS — A retired Nigeria Customs Service officer has raised a major alarm over revenue losses at the Seme Border…

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Osun 2026 Civil Society Groups Task INEC on Election Security

OSOGBO — Civil society organisations across Osun State have called on the Independent National Electoral Commission and security agencies to…

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Nigerian Startups Push AI Adoption In Banking

Nigerian financial technology companies are increasing the use of artificial intelligence tools to improve banking services and customer support. Several…

Charly Boy at 75: The Area Fada Who Rewrote Nigerian Pop Culture

LAGOS — Long before social media gave everyone a voice, Charly Boy was already shaking Nigeria with eyeliner, braids, heavy…

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Nigeria and China Target Creative Economy as New Digital Frontier

ABUJA — Nigeria and China have agreed to make the creative economy and digital content a new frontier in their…

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NRC Raises Alarm as Railway Vandalism Returns in Plateau, Bauchi

ABUJA — The Nigerian Railway Corporation has raised a fresh alarm over renewed vandalism of railway infrastructure in Plateau and…

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SPORTS NEWS

Super Eagles Preparations Intensify Ahead Of Friendlies

Nigeria’s Super Eagles intensified training preparations ahead of upcoming international friendly matches scheduled for next month. Coaching officials said the sessions focus on fitness, tactical organization, and squad coordination before…

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European Transfer Talks Linked To Nigerian Stars

Several Nigerian footballers continue attracting transfer interest from European clubs ahead of the summer transfer…

Ogazi Gears Up for NCAA Championships After World-Record Week

TUSCALOOSA — Nigerian sprinting sensation Samuel Ogazi is in the final stages of preparation for…

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Falconets Face Spain Today in U20 Women’s World Cup Opener

WARSAW — Today is the day Nigeria's Falconets have been preparing for since arriving in…

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Falconets Train Hard in Poland, Ready for Spain in World Cup Opener

WARSAW — Nigeria's Falconets are putting in intense training sessions at their base in Poland…

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Nollywood Producers Push Bigger Cinema Releases

Nollywood producers continue expanding cinema releases as filmmakers seek stronger local and international audiences. Industry stakeholders said cinema focused productions…

Nigerian Musicians Gain International Streaming Growth

Nigerian musicians continue recording strong international streaming growth as Afrobeats maintains global popularity. Music industry reports showed rising streaming numbers…

Sallah Day Two: Nigerians Extend Celebrations Across the Country

LAGOS — Nigerians extended their Eid al-Adha celebrations into a second day on Thursday, May 28, as the Federal Government's…

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Tyla Stuns AMA Awards 2026, Beats Burna Boy and Nigerian Stars

LOS ANGELES — South African music sensation Tyla made history at the 2026 American Music Awards, winning the Best Afrobeats…

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