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Nigeria Housing Group Reports 15.2 Million Substandard Homes
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Nigeria faces a severe housing shortage, prompting plans for new homes from national housing groups, private developers and Lagos State, which says affordability, access and essential services matter as much as construction. A new rent tax deduction offers some relief to tenants, but its actual tax savings are far smaller than the N500,000 headline limit.
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48 Dead, 182 Affected in Nigeria Methanol Poisoning
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— Sep 17, 2026
"After drinking two cups on the 11th, I couldn't see the next day," a patient said, as a suspected methanol drink left at least 48 dead in Nigeria.
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Nigeria’s 2027 Presidential Campaign Faces Turmoil
Politics
— Sep 16, 2026
Across the US and Nigeria, campaigning is defined by ongoing disputes over elections, governance, and opposition strategy. In the US, President Trump and GOP candidates persist with false election-fraud claims even as voters want to move on; in Nigeria, analysis centers on the APC's campaign council, oil politics, and the opposition's tactics ahead of 2027 elections.
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Erosion, Flooding Threaten North-Central Communities
Environment
— Sep 13, 2026
Communities in Vietnam, Nigeria and the UK are reporting severe erosion and flooding that threaten homes, livelihoods, and infrastructure, spurring urgent calls for sustained government intervention and resilient planning. Vietnam faces rapid riverbank erosion along the Nhat Le River endangering agricultural land; in Nigeria residents describe long-running erosion that has displaced people and damaged roads and homes; in Oxfordshire, locals urge planning safeguards to manage upstream development and reduce flood risk.
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There’s A New Development Blowing Up America’s AI Debate
Sean Moran · 7 min · 1h
Borgu Residents Demand Release of Hundreds Abducted in Nigeria Attacks
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— Sep 22, 2026
Residents of Borgu district in Niger State protested in New Bussa demanding the release of hundreds of people abducted in August, with estimates ranging from 600 to nearly 700 captives, as security operations appear mobilized but progress remains unverified. The demonstrations, occurring ahead of the 2027 elections, intensify pressure on President Bola Tinubu's government to secure the captives, while residents report disruptions to markets and daily life due to insecurity.
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Marcus Bell
Tinubu should focus on real security results in Niger State instead of letting these abductions drag on till elections.
Best Colleges Preparing Students for the AI Era
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AI is reshaping every industry, so students and parents compare universities on dedicated programs, research scale, and real-world tech pipelines.
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Suspect Charged in UMass Dartmouth Death Had Immigration Case Deferred
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— Sep 25, 2026
A Nigerian national charged with killing a UMass Dartmouth football player had overstayed a tourist visa and later received deferred action under both the Biden and Trump administr… — by Andrew Powell
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Teenagers Among Dozens Dead in Overcrowded Nigerian Detention Cell
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— Sep 22, 2026
Survivors say guards sprayed a substance under a locked cell door holding 65 miners, then ignored pleas as people died; at least 37 dead, including teens as young as 14.
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Nigeria’s bishops: “Stop the slaughter. Enough is enough.”
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— Sep 9, 2026
Nigeria's Catholic bishops issued a statement condemning recent attacks on worshippers and calling for an end to violence affecting all faiths.
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Elena Vasquez
Nigeria's leaders have ignored this slaughter for years, now is the time to restore order and protect everyone.
Ezuruike earns Nigeria's first Commonwealth medal
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— Jul 24, 2026
Nigeria opened its medal account at the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games as Roland Ezuruike won the country’s first medal, a silver in the Men’s Lightweight Para Powerlifting with 153.9 points and a near-record 190kg lift, earning a $4,000 total prize under the NSC scheme, while the 3×3 basketball team also secured Nigeria’s first win at the event. Ezuruike’s podium effort sets a strong early tone for Team Nigeria’s campaign as other athletes featured in the day’s program include Ibrahim Dauda’s strong lift and Nigeria’s ongoing swimming and other events.
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Trump in Tennessee: ‘I Could Say the Stupidest Things and You’d Clap’
President Donald Trump knows his audience. While speaking Saturday in Tennessee, the president boldly claimed, “I could say the stupidest things and you’d clap.” Trump was in Tennessee to stump for Sen. Bill Hagerty (R-Tenn.) and Sen. Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.), who Trump said are doing well in their U.S. Senate and governor races, respectively. “What am I doing in Tennessee?” Trump asked. “So, th
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Mary Slessor's Decision to Go to Calabar
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Mary Slessor converts and volunteers for the Calabar mission in Nigeria.
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Nigeria Announces Release of Abducted Schoolchildren as Global Pressure Mounts
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— Dec 7, 2025
Nigeria is reporting a breakthrough in a kidnapping case that horrified the nation and drew international condemnation, with local media confirming that 100 children taken from St. Mary’s School in Papiri have now been…
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Most Influential Women in World History
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From ancient queens who ruled empires to modern activists who changed laws, these women left indelible marks on politics, science, and culture. Vote for who you think shaped history most profoundly.
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US Moves Troops Into Nigeria Amid Escalating Violence Against Christians
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— Feb 4, 2026
The U.S. has deployed a contingent of troops to Nigeria as violence against Christian communities by Islamist militants continues to escalate. U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM) chief General Dagvin R.M. Anderson confirmed…
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JORGE MARTINEZ: Genocide Against Christians In Plain Sight And Why Leadership Matters
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— Dec 2, 2025
The world is watching a slow-motion atrocity unfold in Nigeria and Ethiopia , and too many global institutions refuse to speak the truth about what it is: A Christian genocide . Entire villages in Nigeria’s Middle Belt…
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Trump’s Expanded Travel Ban Targets Nigeria, Five Other Countries
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— Feb 1, 2020
U.S. President Donald Trump issued an expanded version of his travel ban on Friday that targets prospective immigrants from Nigeria and five other countries, a move that could affect thousands of people and reignite…
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America First Is Good Policy For Our National Parks
Curtis Schube · 4 min · 2h
Nicki Minaj Praises President Trump After His Statement On Christian Persecution In Nigeria
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— Nov 3, 2025
Over the weekend, rapper Nicki Minaj publicly thanked President Donald Trump and his administration for taking steps to help persecuted Christians in Nigeria. Her comments came just one day after President Trump…
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Madonna vs Lady Gaga
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The Queen of Pop versus the artist who studied at her throne.
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Nigeria Would Welcome US Intervention In Massacre Of Christians By Islamic Terror Groups
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— Nov 3, 2025
Nigeria said Sunday the country would welcome American intervention against Islamic extremist groups behind the massacre and persecution of Christians in the African nation. Daniel Bwala, advisor to Nigerian President…
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Nigeria's CCT urged to adopt digital technology
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— Jul 21, 2026
Nigeria’s Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume, urged the Code of Conduct Tribunal to embrace digital technology to improve case management, records administration, and overall efficiency, tying the push to the federal digital transformation agenda and the Tinubu administration’s reform plans. He stressed the need for stronger inter-agency collaboration, public enlightenment, and robust enforcement as integral to Nigeria’s anti-corruption framework.
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The Calendar Says ‘Peace.’ Northern Nigeria Says Otherwise.
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— Jul 31, 2026
August is a big month for peace. At least on the calendar.
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Legacy Media Downplays Christian Persecution In Nigeria After Trump Admin Strikes
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— Dec 26, 2025
Legacy media outlets downplayed Christian persecution in Nigeria after President Donald Trump’s administration struck anti-Christian ISIS terrorists in the country. Trump wrote in an Oct. 31 Truth Social post that 3,100…
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Ten instincts keep your world picture decades out of date
Ordinary people and Nobel laureates alike score worse than random chance on basic facts about global poverty and progress.
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Anthony Joshua Hurt in Deadly Nigeria Crash Almost Two Weeks After Jake Paul KO
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— Dec 29, 2025
Celebration from a high-profile boxing victory turned into shock and tragedy after star heavyweight Anthony Joshua was injured in a deadly car crash in Nigeria that left two people dead. According to the New York Post …
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Scores killed in northwest Nigeria attacks
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— Jul 23, 2026
Armed gangs killed at least 20 people in Zamfara State, northwestern Nigeria, during raids between 3pm and 4pm local time, reflecting a surge in bandit violence that includes kidnapping and theft across the region. Security forces also killed several suspected bandits in Kwara State and a broader crisis tied to Boko Haram and ransom demands is driving continued violence.
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Trump Praises Tinubu, US-Nigeria Security Ties Deepen
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— Jul 23, 2026
U.S. President Donald Trump commended Tinubu’s decisive leadership in tackling terrorism and pledged continued support, underscoring a deepened security partnership under the US-Nigeria defence framework. Nigerian officials describe the letter as evidence of progress in security cooperation and bilateral ties, highlighting joint operations, US training, and intelligence sharing as the relationship matures.
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Nigeria Kidnapping Crisis Raises Nearly $6 Million
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— Aug 26, 2026
Across Nigeria, a surge in kidnappings and attacks by bandits and Boko Haram-linked groups is destabilizing regions from the northwest to the northeast, with schools repeatedly targeted and communities left vulnerable. SBM Intelligence data show 7,825 people kidnapped and nearly 7.78 billion naira ($5.8 million) in ransom paid over July 2025–June 2026, underscoring how criminal networks are funding themselves and eroding public trust, while authorities pledge rescues and action against ransom networks.
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ICPC Uncovers 908 Ghost Workers Across Federal MDAs
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— Jul 22, 2026
Nigeria’s Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has uncovered a nationwide payroll fraud involving 908 ghost workers across more than 50 federal MDAs, recovering about ₦942 million in fraudulent salaries. The Nigeria Police Force accounts for the largest share with 570 suspected fake workers, and investigations, sparked by pension irregularities in 2024, remain ongoing as officials say relatives and associates were sometimes listed to divert funds and reform measures like IPPIS are being pursued.
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ABC News Issues Correction After Appearing To Quietly Delete Story About Don Jr’s Business Dealings
Spencer Lombardo · 3 min · 3h
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