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Diezani Alison-Madueke: Can a legal exoneration repair a decade of reputational damage?
Following her 2026 acquittal in London, Diezani Alison-Madueke faces the challenge of reclaiming her reputation after eleven years of intense global media scrutiny and corruption allegations.
Youth Group Reports 200 Deaths in Five Months of Plateau Violence
A coalition of Plateau State indigenous youth groups claims that 200 people have been killed in persistent violence over the last five months, as Governor Mutfwang calls for a more aggressive military response to the region's insecurity.
BBNaija Director Gbenga Kayode Denies Claims of Youth Distraction
Big Brother Naija director Gbenga Kayode clarifies that the reality show is apolitical and was never intended to distract Nigerian youth from national events.
Legal expert: Authorities must investigate suspicious death despite family objections
Legal expert Liborous Oshoma explains that state authorities maintain the power to conduct autopsies in suspicious death cases even when families object, as the family of the late Mary Habila continues to seek the release of her remains.
Akara Economics: Examining the Nigerian Philosophy of Survival
Stephanie Shaakaa argues that Nigeria's economic focus has shifted toward individual survival strategies, like side hustles, rather than building the systemic infrastructure required for national growth.
Unfilled Seats: The National Failure to Keep Our Students Safe
Stephanie Shaakaa explores how the recurring abduction of students in Nigeria has become a tragic norm, arguing that empty classroom desks stand as a permanent indictment of the nation's failure to protect its future.
The Path to Scaling Billion-Dollar Enterprises from Lagos
Iyinoluwa Aboyeji, the co-founder of Andela and Flutterwave, shares his principles for building billion-dollar companies from Lagos, emphasizing the power of teamwork, service, and strategic mentorship.
Top 10 Nigerian News Stories for Saturday
This roundup covers security operations, legal charges against kidnapping suspects, the forfeiture of assets linked to Godwin Emefiele, and major government policy updates.
Document Fraud Case: The Investigative Report That Led to the Arraignment of Ex-Minister Uche Nnaji
Former minister Uche Nnaji faces a six-count charge for alleged forgery and money laundering after an investigative report revealed inconsistencies in his academic and service credentials.
Oyo School Kidnapping: Teacher Recounts His 56 Days in Captivity
A teacher kidnapped during a school raid in Oyo State describes his 56-day ordeal, his surprising recovery from chronic pain while held captive, and the bizarre circumstances surrounding his release.