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Monday, Sep 25

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Saudi Arabia to conduct free surgeries for indigent Nigerians

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In 2022, about 200,000 Nigerians visited Saudi Arabia, 95,000 of them pilgrims and more than 90,000 on minor pilgrimage.

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Enugu bridge collapse wrecks Enugu-Port Harcourt Expressway

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The precise extent of the damage caused by the collapsed bridge remains unclear

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Supreme Court denies link between fire incident, tribunal proceedings

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The fire engulfed one chamber of the Supreme Court.

The judges of the Supreme Court of Nigeria

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The Supreme Court of Nigeria currently comprises 11 judges including the Chief Justice.

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About 2.4 million Ghanaians suffering mental illnesses — WHO

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The World Health Organization (WHO) has said that about 2.4 million Ghanaians could be suffering from various degrees of mental illness.

Relevant authorities investigate fire outbreak at Supreme Court - FCT Police

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Police official added that the chambers of two judges were affected by the fire outbreak.

NIS hands over Libya-bound victim of human trafficking to NAPTIP in Kebbi

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NIS official stated that the victim was arrested in Kebbi, while traveling to Libya enroute Sokoto State when she was arrested by immigration border personnel.

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NAFDAC shuts down 8 bakeries, 7 sachet water factories in Bauchi State

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NAFDAC official noted that the factories were shut down because they didn't meet the minimum requirements to operate.

We have successfully put out fire in Supreme Court building - FFS

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FFs spokesperson stated that the fire is under control and everyone is going about his or her official duties.

Court reserves judgment on Ajaka’s suit against Yahaya Bello, others

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Reports states that Ajaka had sought protection from court over alleged plan to arrest him.

Nigeria's agriculture impacted as fertilizer prices triple amid Russia-Ukraine conflict

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In the wake of the Russia-Ukraine conflict, Nigeria's agricultural landscape is grappling with the consequences of skyrocketing fertilizer prices.

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Man drags hospital, others to court over wife’s death

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The aggrieved man said an MRI scan revealed that Dr. Ebom Totibo, who conducted surgery on his wife alongside his team, left a huge cotton wool in her abdomen.

French President withdraws ambassador, troops from Niger following coup

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This decision by France comes after enduring weeks of mounting pressure from both the military junta and widespread public demonstrations.

Police rescue pastor who butchered girl from mob

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The youth were about to lynch the pastor to avenge the girl’s death, but he was saved by the timely intervention of police.

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Police reassures the public of efforts to rescue Zamfara kidnapped students

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The PPRO also appealed to the general public to remain calm, as other security agencies are making efforts to rescue the remaining students from the kidnappers.

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Fee hike may force 50% of students to drop out of school in 2 years - ASUU

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ASUU warned that many university students may drop out of school due to a recent hike in fees.

Sunday, Sep 24

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Reps vows to ensure enrollment of 14m out-of-school children

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Aliyu said the house would also ensure that 16.5 million Nigerians were lifted out of poverty, which would ensure the return of out-of-school children to schools.

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Over 4000 Nigerians rotting in jail over inability to pay fines - Minister

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The Minister said efforts are underway to decongest correctional facilities across the country.

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Zamfara gov issues shoot-on- sight order against illegal miners

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The governor ordered security agencies to take other stringent measures against those caught violating the order.

Explosion at illegal fuel depot kills 35 people along Benin-Nigeria border

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The Benin authorities said two of the victims of the explosion included two babies.

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Africa’s food insecurity to be non-existent in the next 5 years - AfDB

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The $25 billion goal of the African Development Bank (AfDB) is "well on track," according to AfDB President Akinwumi Adesina, whose organization supports programs in over 30 African nations that have contributed to the production of almost…

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Police warn bloggers to stop interfering in Mohbad's death probe

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Police urged bloggers and celebrities to desist from using Mohbad's death for content farming or acquiring followers.

Saturday, Sep 23

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Adventist Church seals off headquarters in Abia over leadership crisis

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A pastor in Umuahia District expressed displeasure over the leadership crisis, saying “This is God’s church and there’s no battle anybody can fight for God.”

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You're still angry because I dumped you, Obasanjo's ex-wife slams him

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Obasanjo's estranged wife accused the former President of driving away great and beautiful developments from Nigeria and Africa.

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Military neutralises 52 terrorists, arrests 60 in one week

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Military said troops were engaged in ambushes, raids, rescue operations, fighting patrols, attacks as well as cordon and search activities in the North East theatre.

Repentant Boko Haram terrorist arrested for beating ex-wife to death

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The police stated that the suspect was arrested on Thursday, September 21 and that he confessed to the commission of the crime.

Friday, Sep 22

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Zamfara Gov calls emergency security meeting over varsity students’ abduction

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During the meeting, the security chiefs assured the deputy governor of their commitment to restore peace in the state.

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Police parade 17 murder, kidnapping, cultism suspects in Ekiti

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The police commissioner said that 11 out of the suspects belonged to a criminal gang.

Enugu Catholic Diocese announces release of abducted priest

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The Enugu Catholic Diocese said the priest has been reunited with the Church.

FG threatens fuel station operators with sanctions over pump tampering

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The government said that petrol stations caught dispensing fuel with adjusted fuel pumps would face heavy sanctions.