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May 19, 2026

Several people killed in Kano as violent thugs attack residents, Fagge LGA imposes curfew

“The measure follows recent clashes among youths in the area that have resulted in loss of lives,” the council’s statement said.

Violence in Kano
May 18, 2026

My vice-presidential ticket is one-way route to presidency: Kwankwaso

Mr Kwankwaso is tipped to run as the vice-presidential candidate of Mr Obi on the platform of the NDC.

Dr. Rabi'u Musa Kwankwaso
May 18, 2026

PMAWCA: Oyetola seeks stronger maritime capacity across region

Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, says Nigeria is expanding its port capacity and implementing major maritime reforms to position the country as a leading trade and logistics

Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Gboyega Oyetola
May 18, 2026

Nigeria-U.S. security partnership marks major shift in counter-terrorism efforts, says COAS

The COAS said future operations would increasingly rely on technology and joint planning frameworks

The new COAS, Maj.- Gen. Waidi Shaibu
May 18, 2026

NYSC begins enforcement of NERD certificate verification for mobilisation

The initiative aims to improve verification and documentation of academic records.

National Youth Service Corps (NYSC)
May 18, 2026

FG seeks Germany’s support on Nigeria-Benin boundary project

He said the successful completion of the demarcation process would pave the way for improved cross-border cooperation.

Seme Border
May 18, 2026

Oyo maths teacher killed by terrorists, others held hostage: Gov Makinde

“What we know right now is that seven teachers were involved, were abducted. Unfortunately, we got a video this morning that one of the teachers,” said Mr Makinde.

Slain oyo teacher Oyedokun M.O.
May 18, 2026

Army aviation playing decisive role in operations: Waidi Shaibu

Mr Shaibu said this on Monday in Abuja, at the opening of the Chief of Army Staff First Bi-Annual Conference 2026.

COAS First Bi-Annual Conference 2026
May 18, 2026

U.S.-Nigerian forces launch more airstrikes on ISIS camp in North-East

More airstrikes were launched in the North-East after the killing of ISIS’s top commander Abu-Bilal al-Minuki.

AFRICOM troops
May 18, 2026

2027 Elections: Obi popular in many parts of northern Nigeria, says Kwankwaso

Former Governor Rabiu Kwankwaso says Peter Obi, the former Labour Party presidential candidate, remains a popular politician across Nigeria.