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Other · Daily Post ·NDLEA intercepts N3.4bn Loud, opioids, arrests fake police officer, mechanic-drug dealer
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has intercepted Loud cannabis and opioids valued at N3.4 billion. Officers also arrested individuals allegedly posing as a police officer and operating as a mechanic involved in drug dealing, according to Daily Post.
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Politics · Daily Trust ·APC wins Kano assembly by-election
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has won the Kano State House of Assembly by-election, according to Daily Trust. The result gives the party victory in the contested legislative poll, although the headline does not provide details on the constituency, margin of victory, voter turnout or the identities of the candidates involved.
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Other · Vanguard ·VIS impounds 38 buses over illegal BRI operations
The Vehicle Inspection Service (VIS) has impounded 38 buses for allegedly engaging in illegal BRI operations. The enforcement action targets buses operating in breach of regulations governing BRI activities, though the headline does not provide further details about the affected operators or specific violations.
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Other · Vanguard ·NDLEA seizes 1.3m opioid pills, 6,000kg cannabis, nabs two teenagers with AK-47s, pistol, ammunition
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency seized 1.3 million opioid pills and 6,000 kilograms of cannabis in separate operations. The agency also arrested two teenagers allegedly found with AK-47 rifles, a pistol and ammunition, highlighting ongoing drug and arms enforcement activities.
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Other · Vanguard ·Nine killed in fresh Plateau attacks
At least nine people were killed in fresh attacks in Plateau State, according to Vanguard. The headline indicates that the violence is part of a new outbreak of attacks, but it does not provide details about the victims, suspected perpetrators, locations, timing, or the circumstances surrounding the incidents.
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Business · Leadership News ·
Foreigners Taking Over Retail Trade Threatens 27.5% Of Nigerian Jobs – Economist
An economist has warned that the increasing involvement of foreign nationals in Nigeria’s retail trade could threaten 27.5% of jobs in the country. The concern highlights potential effects on employment and the role of local businesses within the retail sector.
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Other · Daily Trust ·
3 Arrested Over Alleged Abduction, Sexual Abuse of 16-Year-Old in Edo
Three people have been arrested in Edo State over allegations involving the abduction and sexual abuse of a 16-year-old. The arrests relate to an ongoing investigation into the reported incident, with authorities expected to establish the circumstances and determine any further legal action.
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Other · Leadership News ·
FG Sets Up Panel To Probe Deaths Of 37 Illegal Miners
The Federal Government has established a panel to investigate the deaths of 37 illegal miners. The inquiry is expected to examine the circumstances surrounding the fatalities and provide findings to the authorities. The move signals an official effort to establish what happened and determine any relevant responsibility or necessary response.
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Politics · Daily Trust ·
Kwankwaso: I can forgive Gov. Yusuf, I still like him
Rabiu Kwankwaso says he is willing to forgive Kano State Governor Abba Yusuf despite an apparent disagreement between them. The statement also indicates that Kwankwaso continues to hold Yusuf in positive regard, highlighting a potentially strained but not entirely broken relationship between the prominent political figures.
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Other · Nigerian Tribune ·2027 Hajj: NAHCON reacts to alleged diversion of 5,000 slots
The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has responded to allegations that 5,000 pilgrimage slots allocated for the 2027 Hajj were diverted. The commission’s reaction addresses the claim concerning the management or reassignment of the slots, though the headline does not specify the details of its response.
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Entertainment · Leadership News ·
Crystal Nicole Accuses Uche Montana Of Reproducing Her Content Without Credit
Crystal Nicole has accused actress Uche Montana of reproducing her content without giving her credit. The allegation concerns the ownership or attribution of creative material, although the headline does not provide details about the content involved, when it was reproduced, or Montana’s response to the claim.
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Politics · Nigerian Tribune ·Obasanjo: ‘Third term was real, I was offered N250m’ — Farouk Aliyu
Former House of Representatives member Farouk Aliyu said the alleged push for ex-President Olusegun Obasanjo to secure a third term in office was genuine. He also claimed that he was offered N250 million in connection with the effort, according to a report by Nigerian Tribune.
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Politics · Daily Post ·2027: Five APC Govs secretly supporting NDC – Isaac Fayose claims
Isaac Fayose claims that five governors elected under the All Progressives Congress are secretly supporting the National Democratic Congress ahead of Nigeria’s 2027 elections. The allegation concerns political alignments within the APC and possible backing for the opposition party, though the headline provides no further details or evidence.
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Other · The Punch ·Police arrest 22-year-old woman over self-kidnap in Anambra
Police in Anambra State have arrested a 22-year-old woman in connection with an alleged self-kidnapping incident. The arrest suggests authorities are investigating claims that she staged or participated in her own abduction, although the headline provides no further details about the circumstances, motive, or possible charges.
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Other · The Punch ·
NIS enrols over 5,000 Nigerians in UK passport drive
The Nigeria Immigration Service has enrolled more than 5,000 Nigerians in a United Kingdom passport drive. The headline indicates the exercise is focused on registering eligible Nigerians for UK passports, but provides no further details about the programme’s duration, locations, eligibility requirements or next steps.
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Politics · The Punch ·
Ekiti ADC senatorial candidate seeks police probe into campaign office attack
The African Democratic Congress senatorial candidate in Ekiti has asked the police to investigate an attack on the party’s campaign office. The request seeks official scrutiny of the incident, although the headline does not provide details about when the attack occurred, the suspected perpetrators, the extent of any damage, or reported injuries.
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Sports · Channels TV ·FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup: Nigeria Take On Colombia In Quarter-Final Tie
Nigeria’s women’s under-20 football team will face Colombia in the quarter-final of the FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup. The fixture represents a knockout-stage contest between the two sides, with Nigeria seeking progress to the tournament’s semi-finals.
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Politics · Daily Trust ·
NDC rejects Obi-Kwankwaso Campaign Council, summons DG
The NDC has rejected the Obi-Kwankwaso Campaign Council and summoned its director-general. The development signals disagreement within the political structure over the council, although the specific reasons for the rejection and the details of the summons are not stated in the headline.
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Business · Vanguard ·FG secures £746 facility to modernise Apapa, Tin-Can ports
The Federal Government has secured a £746 facility to support the modernisation of Apapa and Tin-Can ports. The funding is expected to contribute to upgrades at the two major Lagos ports, although the headline does not specify the facility’s terms, provider, implementation timeline or the particular improvements planned.
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Politics · Vanguard ·I didn’t abandon Gov Yusuf; I still like him — Kwankwaso
Rabiu Kwankwaso says he has not abandoned Kano State Governor Abba Yusuf and maintains that he still has a positive regard for him. The statement addresses speculation about their political relationship, but the headline provides no further details about the circumstances or issues behind the clarification.
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