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Bandits Kidnap Ex-Defence Spokesman in Katsina
Bandits have abducted retired Major General Rabe Abubakar and his wife in Katsina State after attacking their vehicle on May 30, 2026. The driver escaped with injuries as security forces launch urgent rescue operations.
Football
PSG Beat Arsenal on Penalties to Win UEFA Champions League
PSG retained their Champions League title after a dramatic 4-3 penalty win over Arsenal following a 1-1 draw in Budapest. Dembélé’s equaliser forced extra time before a tense shootout decided the 2026 final.
Security
Gunmen Kill 16 In Katsina Eid Day Attack
At least 16 people were killed in a bandit attack on Kiliya village in Katsina during Eid celebrations. Gunmen opened fire after prayers, leaving families devastated as survivors fled and a possible revenge motive emerged.
Politics
Ex-SGF Lawal Says Tinubu Would Win If Elections Are Rigged
Former SGG, Babachir Lawal said sarcastically that President Tinubu would win the 2027 election if vote rigging was the determinant factor. He also criticised Atiku and said he is not backing any candidate for now.
Politics
Peter Obi Wins NDC Ticket, Immediately Names Kwankwaso VP
Peter Obi has emerged as the NDC presidential candidate for 2027, naming Rabiu Kwankwaso as his running mate. The alliance signals a major political shift as opposition forces regroup ahead of a high-stakes election.
Tech
NCC Sets Pricing, Timelines for MVNO Operators
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has released draft Business Rules for Mobile Virtual Network Operators to protect small players from unfair competition and speed up growth in the telecom sector.
Dangote Refinery Again Cuts Petrol Price By ₦100, Diesel ₦25
Dangote Refinery has reduced petrol and diesel prices, cutting PMS to ₦1,250 and diesel to ₦1,700 per litre at the gantry. The adjustment could influence pump prices as Nigeria’s fuel market responds to supply and global trends.
Health & Education
Opinions
Opinion: “How Opposition Tinubu Would Treat President Tinubu” – By Farooq Kperogi
In this column, the author contrasts President Tinubu's current governance with his fierce opposition playbook against past leaders. What if Tinubu faced Tinubu? A revealing look at hypocrisy, strategy, and the opposition's failure to fight fire with fire.
Interviews
Interview: Ex-Trump National Security Adviser Insists, “Nothing to Negotiate with Tehran”
As the war in the Middle East enters its fourth day, former US National Security Adviser John Bolton has defended Washington’s military actions against...
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 US Dollar United States | 1 |
 Euro European Union | 0.8586 |
 British Pound United Kingdom | 0.7425 |
 Nigerian Naira Nigeria | 1,365.99 |
 Japanese Yen Japan | 159.7371 |
 Brazilian Real Brazil | 5.025 |
 UAE Dirham UAE | 3.6725 |
 Canadian Dollar Canada | 1.3849 |
 Chinese Yuan (offshore) China | 6.7616 |
 Russian Ruble Russia | 72.675 |
 South African Rand South Africa | 16.2127 |
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