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The Kogi State Police Command has arrested three suspects in connection with the gruesome killing of a young graduate in the state. This was announced by the command spokesperson, ASP Afusat Saliu, in a statement released on Wednesday 8 April 2026. Saliu said the suspects were arrested through a well-coordinated operation at Otokiti estate in Lokoja, the Kogi state capital, …

The World Bank has lowered its projection for Nigeria’s economic growth to an average of 4.1 percent in 2026. The projection for 2027 was also lowered to 4.2 percent. This figure is down compared to the projected growth of the Bretton Wood institutions in October 2025 of 4.4 percent. In its April 2026 Africa Economic Update titled ‘Making Industrial Policy …

The Federal Government has issued a new warning regarding potential flooding in parts of the country, warning residents in 10 states to prepare for heavy rain between April 8 and April 12, 2026. The warning, issued by the National Flood Early Warning Center under the Federal Ministry of Environment, highlights several communities that may be affected during the forecast period. …

A US-based former footballer, Mark Idum, has declared his intention to contest the House of Representatives seat for Cross’ Ogoja/Yala federal constituency […]

The Ogun State Police Command has arrested a 25-year-old man over the alleged stabbing of five persons, which left two dead and three others seriously injured in Olambe area of ​​Ifo Local Government Area of ​​the state.. Police spokesperson, DSP Okuseyi Babaseyi, confirmed the incident in a statement on Wednesday in Abeokuta, describing the attack as a violent fallout of …

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Moniepoint Inc. on Thursday launched the second cohort of its DreamDevs bootcamp, targeting 20 engineering graduates for industry-ready roles. During the launch in Lagos, Moniepoint Chief Technology Officer, Felix Ike, said the initiative was designed to position African tech talent for global competitiveness. Ike said the program will not only provide participants with relevant technical skills, but also create pathways …

A group, the Coalition for Goodluck Jonathan, on Wednesday held a rally at former President Goodluck Jonathan’s residence in Abuja, in a bid to get him to contest the 2027 presidential election. Led by its National President, Tom Ohikere, members of the group shouted slogans, danced and unfurled placards calling on Jonathan to return to active politics. The rally, held …

Pensioners in the South West region of Nigeria have raised concerns over worsening economic conditions, and blamed the rising cost of living and unpaid entitlements for the worsening of their living difficulties. Under the umbrella of the Nigerian Association of Pensioners, the retirees say the situation is being exacerbated by global tensions, particularly the ongoing crisis involving the United States …