7,825 Abducted as Nigerians Pay N7.8bn in Ransom
SBM Intelligence says 7,825 people were abducted in Nigeria between July 2025 and June 2026, while victims and their families paid N7.78 billion in ransom.
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ICPC Recommends Sanctions for 13 Officials Over Fake Agency Scandal
The ICPC has recommended disciplinary action against 13 public officials and prosecution of Adeniyi Adeyemi over the fake Presidential Foreign Intervention Promotion Council scandal.
Opposition Reps Urge Tinubu to Crush Terrorists, Free El-Rufai
The Minority Caucus of the House of Representatives has called on President Bola Tinubu to launch a sustained, intelligence-led military operation against terrorists and bandits across Northern Nigeria while also demanding the immediate release of former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai. The lawmakers said the worsening wave of killings, kidnappings and terrorist attacks had reached…
Tinubu Orders 500 More CNG Stations
President Bola Tinubu has ordered the rollout of 500 additional CNG refuelling stations across Nigeria, bringing the planned nationwide network to 1,000 as the government targets lower transport fares.
Nigeria Pushes Mandatory Fortification of Seasoning Cubes
Health and nutrition experts are pushing for mandatory fortification of seasoning cubes in Nigeria, arguing that adding vitamins B9 and B12 could help tackle widespread micronutrient deficiencies.
Katsina Executive Council Approves N828.6bn 2027 Budget Proposal
Katsina State Executive Council has approved a proposed N828.6 billion budget for 2027, alongside new healthcare, road and hybrid bus projects.
Governors Consider Nationwide CNG Fare Cuts
State governors are considering nationwide transport fare reductions through a proposed programme that would use lower CNG operating costs to make public transport more affordable.
Iran Oman Talks Seek Safe Return of Shipping Through Hormuz
Iran and Oman are negotiating a temporary shipping corridor and mine-clearance plan as efforts continue to restore navigation through the Strait of Hormuz.
Police Challenge VeryDarkMan to Prove Kidnapper Collusion Claims
The Nigeria Police Force has challenged VeryDarkMan to provide evidence supporting his claim that checkpoint officers pass travellers’ information to kidnappers.
FAAN Clears Bolt to Resume Airport Operations
FAAN has cleared Bolt to resume airport operations after resolving an operational dispute, while talks with other e-hailing platforms continue.