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ISIS moves operations to W’Africa, US warns 0
- NEWS, SLIDE
- May 12, 2026
The United States has issued a fresh security warning indicating that extremist networks linked to the Islamic State (ISIS) are increasingly shifting their operations to Africa, with Nigeria and the wider Lake Chad Basin identified as major focal points in its 2026 counterterrorism outlook. The warning is contained in a new U.S. counterterrorism strategy document
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FG Advances Talks With World Bank Over Fresh $1.25bn Loan 0
- BUSINESS, SLIDE
- May 12, 2026
The Federal Government of Nigeria has intensified discussions with the World Bank over a proposed $1.25bn loan aimed at supporting economic reforms, job creation, and investment competitiveness. According to findings obtained from a World Bank Programme Information Document, the proposed facility, known as the Nigeria Actions for Investment and Jobs Acceleration, has progressed to a
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Cleric Tells Court Alleged Coup Organisers Requested Spiritual Backing 0
- NEWS, SLIDE
- May 12, 2026
An Islamic cleric based in Kaduna, Abdulkadir Sani, has told investigators that individuals allegedly involved in a planned coup against the administration of Bola Tinubu approached him for spiritual assistance and prayers. The disclosure emerged during proceedings at the Federal High Court in Abuja on Monday, where six defendants are currently facing trial over an
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INEC Promises Strong Partnership With OOPA of Osun Governorship Poll 0
- POLITICS, SLIDE
- May 12, 2026
By Henry Ojo The Independent National Electoral Commission has assured media practitioners in Osun State of full cooperation ahead of the August 15 governorship election in the state. The Resident Electoral Commissioner for Osun State, Oluwatoyin Babalola, gave the assurance during a courtesy visit by the Osun Online Publishers Association to the commission’s state office
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Peter Obi And I Did Not Leave ADC Because We Were Fighting With Atiku – Kwankwaso 0
- NEWS, SLIDE
- May 12, 2026
Former Kano State governor, Rabiu Kwankwaso, has clarified that his decision to leave the African Democratic Congress was not driven by any disagreement with former vice president Atiku Abubakar. Speaking during an appearance on Arise Television’s Prime Time programme on Monday, Kwankwaso explained that both he and Peter Obi chose to leave the ADC because
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Flick Dedicates Barcelona Title Triumph To Late Father After Real Madrid Win 0
- SLIDE, SPORTS
- May 11, 2026
German tactician, Hansi Flick fought back tears as he reflected on winning the La Liga title with Barcelona, revealing the triumph came during a period of personal grief following the death of his father. News reports that Hansi Flick led FC Barcelona to face Real Madrid in the El Clásico about 24 hours after losing his father.
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