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Sultan of Sokoto Clarifies That Crime and Extremism Are Foreign to Islamic Teachings
The Sultan of Sokoto, Muhammadu Sa’ad Abubakar, asserts that criminal activities like terrorism have no foundation in Islam, urging for a move away from linking crime to ethnicity or religion.
World Bank Grants Nigeria New $1.25 Billion Loan
The World Bank has provided a $1.25 billion loan to Nigeria under a new six-year partnership framework aimed at boosting employment and private sector growth.
Peter Obi Shares His 2027 Presidential Vision for a Productive Nigeria
NDC presidential candidate Peter Obi has unveiled his 2027 vision, focusing on economic productivity, educational reform, and the creation of a more prosperous and unified Nigeria.
Niger State Legislature Rejects Claims of Indefinite Suspension and Executive Conflict
Speaker Abdulmalik Mohammed Sarkin Daji has refuted rumors of an indefinite legislative break and denied any conflict between the Niger State House of Assembly and the executive branch.
Nasiru Saleh appointed as Adamawa NSCDC Commandant
Nasiru Saleh has been named the new NSCDC Commandant for Adamawa State, replacing Idris Bande and pledging to enhance operational security and community relations.
Kaduna Governor Uba Sani Advocates for State Police to Combat National Insecurity
Kaduna State Governor Uba Sani identifies state police as the only viable solution to Nigeria's security crisis, citing personnel shortages and legal limitations on local vigilante groups.
Kano Consumer Council Presses IPMAN to Lower Petrol Prices
The Kano State Consumer Protection Council is calling on petroleum marketers to lower petrol prices to reflect global market trends and ensure fair measurement at pumps.
United Bank for Africa Distributes Over N400 Million in Bumper Account Bonuses
United Bank for Africa has rewarded thousands of its Bumper Account holders with over N400 million in bonuses to celebrate their commitment to consistent saving.
Bala Nikyu Takes Reins at Lobi Stars as Technical Adviser
Lobi Stars have recruited veteran coach Bala Nikyu as their new technical adviser with the goal of earning promotion back to the Nigeria Premier Football League for the 2026/2027 season.
Waste accumulation and open defecation plague major South-West states
South-West Nigerian states are grappling with a severe sanitation crisis as refuse heaps block roads and open defecation persists, despite ongoing government efforts to improve infrastructure and enforcement.