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Ondo Church Kidnap Victims Regain Freedom Amid Reports of ₦9m Ransom Payment

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Victims abducted during a church-related incident in Ondo State have regained their freedom after days in captivity, bringing relief to families and local authorities. Security sources confirmed that the victims were released following coordinated efforts involving community leaders and security agencies amid ongoing concerns about kidnappings across parts of southwestern Nigeria....

Malami Terrorism Trial Stalls as AGF Fagbemi Takes Over Prosecution

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The terrorism trial of former Attorney-General of the Federation Abubakar Malami (SAN) stalled on Wednesday after Attorney-General Prince Lateef Fagbemi (SAN) formally took over prosecution of the case from the Department of State Services. The Federal High Court in Abuja adjourned proceedings until March 10 to allow the new prosecutorial team study the case file....

ICPC to Prosecute Five Airport Officers Over Alleged El-Rufai Bribes

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Five Nigerian security officials are set to face prosecution after investigators said they accepted bribes from former Kaduna governor Nasir El-Rufai to obstruct a lawful arrest operation at Abuja’s Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport. Authorities say the officers facilitated unauthorised access to restricted airport areas during the incident that followed El-Rufai’s return from Cairo last month....

Federal Government Proposes 1% Informal Sector Tax Framework to Expand Nigeria’s Revenue Base

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Nigeria’s federal government has unveiled a proposal for a 1% informal sector tax framework aimed at expanding the country’s revenue base without imposing heavy burdens on small businesses. The policy, currently under consultation with market associations and state authorities, targets millions of informal enterprises that operate outside the formal tax system....

FIFA Confirms DR Congo for 2026 World Cup Play-Offs, Ends Nigeria’s Hopes

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FIFA has confirmed DR Congo as Africa’s representative for the 2026 World Cup inter-confederation play-offs, effectively ending Nigeria’s World Cup hopes. Despite Nigeria’s appeal after losing to DR Congo, FIFA has upheld the original results. DR Congo now faces one final match for a spot at the 2026 tournament....

Police Launch State Policing Committee as Nigeria Debates Decentralised Security Model

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Nigeria has taken a new step in the long-running debate over decentralised law enforcement after police authorities inaugurated a state policing committee in Nigeria to design a workable operational framework. The committee is expected to examine recruitment standards, oversight mechanisms and coordination structures as the country explores whether state police could strengthen internal security and community response capacity...

Tinubu Swears in Tunji Disu as Nigeria’s 23rd Inspector-General of Police

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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has formally sworn in Tunji Disu as Nigeria’s new Inspector-General of Police, marking a significant leadership transition within the country’s security architecture. The ceremony at the State House in Abuja also included the swearing-in of new federal commissioners, as the administration signals renewed institutional direction for governance and law enforcement....

US Embassy Cancels Abuja Visa Appointments Over Protest Fears Linked to US–Iran Conflict

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The US Embassy cancels Abuja visa appointments scheduled for March 4 after issuing a security advisory warning of possible protests tied to the escalating US–Iran conflict. The precautionary move reflects rising global tensions following reported strikes that killed senior Iranian leaders, prompting missile retaliation across the Gulf and triggering diplomatic and security alerts worldwide....

Super Falcons Defeat Cameroon 3-1 in Friendly, Prepare for 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations

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Nigeria’s Super Falcons bounced back with a 3-1 victory over Cameroon in their pre-2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations friendly. The win came after a narrow loss in the first of the two-match series. Head Coach Justin Madugu’s tactical changes helped the team find their rhythm and momentum ahead of the continental tournament....

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