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Rabiu Kwankwaso’s supporters have rejected reports that the Nigerian Democratic Congress replaced candidates loyal to the former Kano governor in Kano State. The Kwankwasiyya bloc insists due process was followed.
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Peter Obi Condemns Ethnic Stereotyping; Says Crime Has No Ethnicity
Peter Obi condemns ethnic stereotyping in Nigeria, says crime has no ethnicity, and calls for unity against tribal blaming after crimes.
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Army Rescues 360 Abductees from Boko Haram, Atiku Reacts
Operation HADIN KAI troops rescued 360 abductees from a Boko Haram enclave in Mandara Mountains, Borno. Read how the intelligence-led mission unfolded.
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Moghalu Links Nigeria Terror Crisis to the Question of Nationhood
Kingsley Moghalu says Nigeria’s terror crisis reflects weak nationhood, poor governance and failing state capacity. He calls for root-cause solutions.
Transportation
Tinubu Approves $500 Million To Rebuild Lagos Airport – Keyamo
Minister Festus Keyamo says President Bola Tinubu has approved $500 million to rebuild Lagos airport and position it as a major aviation hub in Africa, saying the airport will be modernised within 22 months.
Accidents & Disasters
Third Gas Leak In 2 Months Hits Ijebu Ode School, Many Hospitalized
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Nigeria Forex Inflows Rise 31% To $3.7B In May 2026
Nigeria’s forex inflows rose 31% to $3.7B in May 2026 as oil proceeds and domestic supply strengthened the naira to ₦1,372/$. Reserves rebounded to $49.6B.
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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.
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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 | 0.8667 |
 British Pound United Kingdom | 0.7497 |
 Nigerian Naira Nigeria | 1,361.05 |
 Japanese Yen Japan | 160.1168 |
 Brazilian Real Brazil | 5.1786 |
 UAE Dirham UAE | 3.6725 |
 Canadian Dollar Canada | 1.3952 |
 Chinese Yuan (offshore) China | 6.7839 |
 Russian Ruble Russia | 72.9497 |
 South African Rand South Africa | 16.5076 |
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Bayelsa’s Tamunosoye Karibi-George Wins Miss World Nigeria 2026
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Yul Edochie warn men should leave immediately if they catch their wives cheating, warning that forgiveness can only lead to worse developments later.
Frank Edoho Heads to Court, Denies Ex-Wife’s Allegations of Abuse
Frank Edoho has denied domestic violence and infidelity allegations by his ex-wife, Sandra Onyenucheya, saying the matter is now in court and that the truth will prevail.
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