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EFCC ARRESTS NIGERIAN-AMERICAN OVER ALLEGED $320,000 VEHICLE IMPORTATION FRAUD EFCC
Operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, Ilorin Zonal Directorate, have arrested a Nigerian-American, Adegoke Oluwatobi Adams, over an alleged cross-border vehicle import fraud involving more than $320,000, approximately ₦434.88 million. Adams, who holds dual citizenship in Nigeria and the United States of America, is being investigated for alleged criminal breach of trust…
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NIGERIAN AIR FORCE REAFFIRMS COMMITMENT TO BUILDING COMBAT-READY SPECIAL FORCES
The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening a professional and combat-ready force to respond to Nigeria’s evolving security challenges. This was stated by the Chief of Air Staff, Air Marshal Sunday Aneke, during the graduation of Special Forces Training Course 13/2026 held at the NAF Regiment Training Centre Annex in Bauchi.…
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TROOPS RESCUE KIDNAPPED VICTIMS, RECOVER RUSTLED LIVESTOCK
Troops of Operation Fansan Yamma rescued kidnapped victims, apprehended a suspected terrorist collaborator and recovered 318 rustled livestock during operations in Kaduna, Katsina and Zamfara. According to an operational report made available on Friday June 19, troops deployed at Forward Operating Base Kadage rescued two women and a toddler abandoned by bandits in Igabi Local…
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LGAN, NILDS PARTNER TO BOOST PREPARATIONS FOR 2026 ALL AFRICA CHALLENGE TROPHY
The Ladies Golf Association of Nigeria (LGAN) and the Nigeria Institute of Legislative and Democratic Studies (NILDS) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to support preparations for the 2026 All Africa Challenge Trophy (AACT). The agreement was signed in Abuja by NILDS Director-General, Prof. Abubakar Sulaiman, and LGAN President, Dr. Lami Ahmed. The partnership…
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NIGERIAN STUDENT WINS BRONZE AT INTERNATIONAL SCIENCE FAIR IN TURKEY
A Nigerian student, Ibrahim Mejama of General Hassan College, Yelwa, Bauchi State, has won a bronze medal at the 2026 International Mathematics, Science and Engineering Fair (IMSEF) held in Cesme, Turkey. The Coordinator of the Society for the Promotion of Science and Technology (SPST), Mr Iheanacho Achoakawa, disclosed this in an interview on Friday June…
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TROOPS DESTROY TERRORIST CAMPS IN KATSINA FOREST, RESCUE KIDNAP VICTIM
Troops of the Nigerian Army have destroyed several terrorist camps during ongoing Operation ‘Clean Sweep’ and rescued a kidnap victim in Katsina State. The operation was conducted by troops of the 17 Brigade Strike Group and Quick Response Force, supported by elements of the 8 Division Special Forces. In an operational report made available in…
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UNICAL SET TO HOST 50,000 ATHLETES FOR 2026 NUGA GAMES
The University of Calabar (UniCal) says it is fully prepared to host the 2026 Nigeria Universities Games Association (NUGA), expected to attract about 50,000 athletes from more than 50 universities across Nigeria. The Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Offiong Offiong, disclosed this at a press briefing in Calabar, noting that the 28th edition of the biennial games will…
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OGUNJOBI FACES MOHAMMED IN CBN OPEN WOMEN’S SEMI-FINAL CLASH IN ABUJA
The 2026 CBN National Open Championship continues in Abuja with a key women’s singles semi-final showdown between Success Ogunjobi and Khadijat Mohammed. Ogunjobi has been in strong form, dropping only five games en route to the last four. She recorded straight-set wins over Bunmi Are, Gloria Samuel, and Mary Udofa to reach the semi-finals. Mohammed…
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FROM ₦3,000 START-UP TO ₦450,000 MONTHLY: KADUNA FOOD VENDOR SHARES ENTREPRENEURSHIP JOURNEY
A Kaduna-based street food vendor, Maryam Ibrahim, says she now earns an average of ₦450,000 monthly from selling Dan Wake, a popular local bean dumpling delicacy. Speaking with NAN, the 37-year-old entrepreneur said she started the business in 2021 with just ₦3,000, selling only Dan Wake before expanding her menu to include beans, spaghetti and…
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ALIMOSHO LG CHAIRMAN REAFFIRMS SUPPORT FOR FARMERS, ANNOUNCES AUGUST FOOD INITIATIVE
The Chairman of Alimosho Local Government, Akinpelu Johnson, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to supporting farmers, describing agriculture as a key driver of food security, economic growth, and community development. Speaking during a meeting with members of the All Farmers Association of Nigeria (AFAN) and other agricultural stakeholders, Johnson said farmers remain central to the…
