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June 29, 2026

NGO reaffirms commitment to preventing gender-based violence, supporting survivors

“Every survivor deserves safety, support and an opportunity to rebuild their lives free from fear and abuse,” she said.

Fatima Waziri-Azi, the director-general of the National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP)
June 29, 2026

Top ISWAP leaders, 76 other fighters surrendered to Nigerian troops in North-East amid sustained operations: Army

The army said the terrorists surrendered to the troops due to relentless military pressure.

Nigerian army in Orlu Imo state [Photo Credit: Premium Times]
June 29, 2026

Femi Gbajabiamila collected N400 million bribe, demanded extra N200 million to set up PFIPC: Prince Adeyemi

Mr Adeyemi alleged that Mr Gbajabiamila also demanded 48 per cent of the PFIPC’s N27.4 billion take-off grant.

Ex speaker Hon. Femi Gbajabiamila
June 29, 2026

Nigeria, UK deepen counter-terrorism partnership to strengthen emergency response

The UK reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening counterterrorism cooperation with Nigeria through enhanced training.

The National Counterterrorism Centre (NCTC)
June 29, 2026

Nigerians warned self-medication could lead to organ failure, sudden death, addiction

Mr Ahmad, on Monday, said that the practice could lead to organ failure, drug addiction and sudden death.

Federal Medical Centre, Birnin Kudu, Dutse
June 29, 2026

Gov Yusuf condoles with APC national secretary over mother’s death

Governor Abba Yusuf condoled with APC’s national secretary, Surajudeen Basiru, over the death of his mother, Sidikat Basiru.

Kano Governor Abba Yusuf
June 29, 2026

Nigerian households paid about N3,000 per litre to buy kerosene in May: NBS

Sokoto recorded the highest average price of N3,984.09, followed by Jigawa at N3,824.68 and Taraba at N3,595.64.

KEROSENE PUMP
June 29, 2026

Suspected militant relocation, camps destroyed in Rivers, says Nigerian Navy

The Nigerian Navy says it has disrupted an emerging militant camp in the Soku axis of Rivers in its sustained campaign against maritime crime and militancy.

Niger Delta pirates
June 29, 2026

52,000 litres of stolen crude oil uncovered in Rivers: Nigerian Navy

The Nigerian Navy says it has uncovered an estimated 52,600 litres of suspected stolen crude oil in Rivers.

Naval officers in creek during operation
June 28, 2026

Unresolved Demands: Resident doctors issue fresh four-week ultimatum to FG 

The NARD warned that it could no longer guarantee industrial harmony beyond the additional four-week period if the government failed to address the outstanding concerns.

Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD)