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Other · Daily Post ·‘Not from us’ – Nigerian Navy disowns recruitment notice
The Nigerian Navy has denied responsibility for a recruitment notice circulating publicly, indicating that the announcement did not originate from the service. The denial serves as a clarification to prospective applicants and the wider public amid questions about the authenticity of the notice.
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Other · ThisDay ·Death of Suspected Illegal Miners: NSCDC Arrests, Detains 24 Personnel in Niger
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps has arrested and detained 24 of its personnel in connection with the deaths of suspected illegal miners in Niger State, according to ThisDay. The development indicates an ongoing investigation into the circumstances surrounding the incident and the personnel’s alleged involvement.
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Other · Daily Trust ·
Benue: Police arrest 17 over mob attack on passengers
Police in Benue State have arrested 17 people in connection with a mob attack involving passengers. The arrests indicate an ongoing investigation into the incident, although the headline does not provide details on when or where the attack occurred, the identities of those arrested, or the passengers’ condition.
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Other · Premium Times ·Awujale Stool Crisis: Ruling house leaders seek N1bn damages, injunction against 12 family members
Leaders of the ruling house involved in the Awujale stool crisis are seeking N1 billion in damages and a court injunction against 12 members of the family. The legal action appears aimed at addressing the dispute and restricting the named individuals’ actions in connection with the traditional succession matter.
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Other · PM News ·
Nedu speaks up on rising cost of living
Nigerian media personality Nedu has addressed the rising cost of living, drawing attention to the economic pressures affecting people. The headline does not provide details about the specific concerns he raised, the context of his comments, or any measures discussed in response to the situation.
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Other · PM News ·
Troops rescue 23 hostages, nab four suspected terrorists in Sokoto offensives
Nigerian troops conducting military operations in Sokoto State rescued 23 hostages and arrested four individuals suspected of terrorism, according to PM News. The headline indicates the actions occurred during offensives, but provides no further details about the identities of those detained, the hostages, or the circumstances of the rescue.
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Other · The Punch ·Police nab suspected armed robber in Akwa Ibom
Police in Akwa Ibom State have arrested a person suspected of armed robbery, according to The Punch. The headline does not provide further information about the suspect’s identity, the circumstances of the arrest, the alleged incident, or whether additional suspects were involved.
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Other · Channels TV ·
Lagos Directs Immediate Relocation Of Residents In Flood-Prone Areas
Lagos authorities have directed residents living in areas vulnerable to flooding to relocate immediately. The directive indicates an urgent effort to protect communities at risk as flooding concerns intensify, although the specific locations affected, relocation arrangements and reasons for the warning are not provided in the headline.
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Other · Vanguard ·LASEMA clears truck incidents, restores traffic on Ikorodu Road
The Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA) has cleared truck-related incidents on Ikorodu Road, allowing traffic to resume. The operation is expected to ease disruption along the busy route, although the headline does not specify the number of trucks involved, the cause of the incidents, or whether anyone was injured.
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Other · The Punch ·
NSCDC nabs 35-year-old man for vandalising water station cables in Jigawa
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps arrested a 35-year-old man in Jigawa State over alleged vandalism of cables at a water station. The arrest concerns damage or attempted removal of infrastructure serving the facility, though the headline does not provide further details about the suspect, location, or investigation.
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Other · Premium Times ·NSCDC suspends more officials over death of miners in custody
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps has suspended additional officials in connection with the deaths of miners who were in its custody. The latest disciplinary action indicates that the agency is widening its response as investigations continue into the circumstances surrounding the miners’ deaths.
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Other · The Punch ·
Nigerian Navy warns public against fake recruitment notice
The Nigerian Navy has cautioned members of the public to disregard a fraudulent recruitment notice circulating under its name. The warning indicates that the notice is not genuine, and prospective applicants are advised to rely only on official Navy communication for credible recruitment information.
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Other · Vanguard ·751 Nigerian passports delivered in Qatar within two weeks
Nigerian authorities have delivered 751 passports to applicants in Qatar over a two-week period. The development indicates progress in processing and distributing travel documents to Nigerians living in or applying from the country, although the headline does not provide further details about the responsible agency, delivery process, or reasons for the update.
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Other · Vanguard ·Tension as labour accuses Air Force of assaulting JED workers
Tension has reportedly emerged after organised labour accused personnel of the Nigerian Air Force of assaulting workers of the Jos Electricity Distribution company. The allegation involves a dispute between the military and JED employees, although the headline does not provide details on the circumstances, location, injuries or official responses.
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Other · Vanguard ·NAF begins acquisition of 12 AH-1Z Viper helicopters
The Nigerian Air Force has commenced the process of acquiring 12 AH-1Z Viper helicopters, signalling a planned expansion or upgrade of its aviation assets. The headline does not provide details on the procurement timeline, cost, supplier, or intended operational role of the aircraft.
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Other · Vanguard ·Troops rescue 23 kidnap victims, arrest four in Sokoto
Nigerian troops in Sokoto State rescued 23 people who had been kidnapped and arrested four suspects during an operation. The headline does not provide details about the victims’ identities, the circumstances of the rescue, the suspects’ alleged roles, or whether further investigations or security actions are ongoing.
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Other · The Punch ·
Group unveils strategy to tackle online gender abuse
A group has introduced a strategy aimed at addressing online gender-based abuse. The initiative is expected to focus on tackling harmful behaviour and improving responses to abuse occurring through digital platforms, although the headline does not provide details about the group, measures involved or implementation timeline.
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Other · Vanguard ·Navy disclaims circulating 2026 recruitment notice
The Nigerian Navy has denied the authenticity of a recruitment notice circulating publicly that claims to announce its 2026 recruitment exercise. The disclaimer indicates that the notice is not an official Navy communication, although the headline does not provide further details about the false notice or the Navy’s authorised recruitment channels.
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Other · Daily Post ·Flood: NEMA tasks Benue on early warning, evacuation, emergency response
The National Emergency Management Agency has urged the Benue State Government to strengthen flood early-warning systems, prepare for possible evacuations and improve emergency response measures. The directive focuses on reducing risks and ensuring coordinated action should flooding affect communities across the state.
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Other · Nigerian Tribune ·Bandits kill Kebbi village head as residents flee community
Bandits reportedly killed a village head in Kebbi State, prompting residents to flee the community. The incident has raised immediate concerns about the safety of people in the affected area, although the headline does not provide further details about when the attack occurred, the location, or whether other casualties were recorded.
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