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Nigerian news

July 10, 2026

Lawmaker backs legislative bill on femicide

The bill seeks to prevent femicide in the country.

Chairman, House of Representatives Committee on Diaspora, Tolulope Akande-Sadipe
July 10, 2026

Residents count losses as floods destroy homes, businesses in Lagos communities

Lagos residents count losses as rain floods homes across several communities in the state.

July 10, 2026

CSOs urge assessment of National Assembly’s proposed electoral college for women legislators

“The proposal is unfamiliar to many stakeholders and understandably raises concerns, but we must carefully interrogate it instead of dismissing it outright,” he said.

National Assembly Complex
July 10, 2026

LG chairman bans indiscriminate placement of banners, posters at Badagry roundabout 

“This will also improve visibility for motorists, prevent obstruction of traffic signs and maintain the aesthetic of one of Badagry’s busiest gateway corridors,” he said.

Badagry roundabout
July 10, 2026

Digital payments power Nigeria’s $11.09 billion food service industry: Moniepoint Study

The study projected that the market would reach $19.31 billion by 2030, expanding at an annual rate of 11.73 per cent.

POS machines
July 10, 2026

Xenophobia: Air Peace evacuates more Nigerians from South Africa

Air Peace has completed the fourth phase of the evacuation of Nigerians from South Africa, bringing another 284 Nigerians home.

Air Peace evacuates more Nigerians from South Africa
July 10, 2026

Edo govt didn’t invite FRSC to participate in LG election: Official

The Federal Road Safety Corps says it will not participate in Saturday’s local government election in Edo because it was not invited.

Edo FRSC
July 10, 2026

Remodelled Abuja City Gate reflects Nigeria’s character, pride, says Tinubu

President Bola Tinubu said on Thursday that the remodelled Abuja City Gate reflects Nigeria’s character and communicates the pride of its people.

Bola Tinubu and Wike
July 10, 2026

Nigeria to host 2027 Africa beach volleyball championship

Nigeria secured the hosting rights for the 2027 Africa Beach Volleyball Championship, the National Sports Commission announced on Thursday.

Beach volleyball
July 10, 2026

NRC targets better rail services through reviewed SOP

NRC has reaffirmed its commitment to enhancing efficiency and delivering improved services by institutionalising robust standard operating procedures.

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