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Senate Threatens Budget Cuts for MDAs Over Ignored Resolutions
The Nigerian Senate is moving to impose budgetary sanctions on federal agencies that repeatedly ignore legislative resolutions and fail to provide compliance updates.
Human Rights Watch Criticizes Nigeria’s Mass Trials for Lacking Evidence and Coercion
Human Rights Watch warns that Nigeria's mass trials for terrorism suspects rely on coerced guilty pleas and lack sufficient evidence for fair prosecution.
Teenager killed and cattle stolen during armed raid in Benue
A 15-year-old boy was killed and several cattle were rustled during an armed raid in Olahimu village, Benue State, prompting urgent calls for security intervention.
Governor Yusuf Announces State of Emergency Over Kano Drug Crisis
Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf has declared a state of emergency in Kano to combat rising drug abuse, introducing new executive powers, curfews, and a specialized task force to dismantle criminal networks.
NNPCL Raises Petrol Costs Again Within 48 Hours
The NNPCL has hiked its petrol prices for the second time in two days, moving the rate to N1,335 per litre amid ongoing volatility in the oil market.
Nigeria excels in gambling oversight despite massive illegal market
A report by Gaming Compliance International highlights Nigeria as a leader in regulating online gambling, even as illegal platforms across Africa capture $17.8 billion in revenue.
Ondo State INEC Issues Urgent Voter Registration Call Before Deadline
INEC's Ondo State Resident Electoral Commissioner, Dr. Mutiu Agboke, is urging eligible citizens to complete their voter registration by July 26 to avoid being excluded from future elections.
MURIC Calls for Seven-Day Execution Deadline for Terrorists
Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC) is advocating for the mandatory death penalty and a seven-day execution window for all individuals convicted of terrorist activities in Nigeria.
Donald Trump Vows Support for President Tinubu Against Terrorist Groups
Donald Trump has expressed his commitment to assisting President Bola Tinubu in combating terrorism and protecting Nigerian Christian communities through enhanced defense cooperation.
Donald Trump Praises President Tinubu for Counter-Terrorism and Protection of Christians
US President Donald Trump has issued a letter to President Bola Tinubu, commending his leadership in addressing terrorism and protecting Nigerian Christian communities through a new military cooperation framework.