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Lagos Leads Nigeria in HIV Diagnoses as Private STI Testing Gains Popularity
New health data reveals Lagos has the highest HIV diagnosis rate in Nigeria, prompting a shift toward private, home-based STI screening kits.
Edo Security Corps member loses life during kidnap rescue operation
A 43-year-old Edo State Security Corps operative, Stanley Emeni, died after being wounded in a gun battle during a successful mission to rescue a kidnapped farmer in Orhionmwon.
EFCC witness testifies that Emefiele did not gain from $6.2 million CBN theft
A police commissioner testifying for the EFCC confirmed that former CBN Governor Godwin Emefiele did not receive any share of the $6.2 million stolen from the apex bank.
Nigerian Government Updates NYSC Policy: Adire Fabric to Replace Khaki Uniforms
The Nigerian government has introduced major reforms to the NYSC, including replacing khaki uniforms with Adire fabric and shifting to skill-based deployments to better support the national economy and improve security.
Coalition Urges Federal Government to Disband PFIPC Over Fraud Allegations
A coalition group is calling for the immediate closure of the Presidential Foreign Intervention Promotion Council, citing lack of legal status and concerns over budget irregularities.
Nigerian Navy Captures Alleged Vehicle Theft Syndicate Member in Abuja
Nigerian Navy officials have arrested a suspect connected to a ring responsible for stealing over 50 vehicles in Abuja, with efforts now underway to track down the remaining accomplices.
UNN Mass Communication Department to split into five new degrees
The University of Nigeria, Nsukka will break its Mass Communication department into five specialized degree programs starting in the 2026/2027 academic year.
Nigerian Federal Authorities Welcome End to Oyo Teacher Strike
Nigeria's Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, has lauded the suspension of the teachers' strike in Oyo State, praising the role of dialogue in resuming school operations.
Shehu Sani Advises Africans Against Joining Russian Military Effort
Former senator Shehu Sani warns Nigerians and other Africans against enlisting as mercenaries for the Russian army in its conflict against Ukraine.
Public Outcry Persists Following Presidency’s Defense of Femi Gbajabiamila
Discontent continues to grow as the public rejects the presidency's defense of Chief of Staff Femi Gbajabiamila regarding alleged corruption scandals, with many calling for an independent probe and his resignation.