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(Copyright ElohimTov.com). *NEWSPAPER HEADLINES FOR FRIDAY 6TH MARCH 2026* *THE NATION* Electoral Act: Political parties threaten to boycott 2027 general elections Nigeria moves to strengthen health screening ahead of 2026 hajj amid stricter Saudi rules Police allay fears over possible riot in Kano on Friday, arrest 'fake alarmist' NAF steps up protection of oil assets in Niger Delta region FEC approval does not replace medical fellowship with PhD, says Education Ministry REA vows to install solar in NJI from N100b solarization initiative IWD 2026: Female founders urged to build influence through mentorship State police will enable faster, localised response to threats, says CP Jimoh Iranian Ambassador assures Nigerians in Iran of safety amid regional tensions Osun Accord Party faction warns Adeleke against automatic tickets for defecting lawmakers Eba Island belongs to Ondo, we'll defend territorial integrity, says Ajulo IWD: Investing in girl child builds stronger societies, says AP 2026 WAFCON: CAF postpones competition to August over 'unforeseen circumstances' Google expands AI search support to Yorùbá, Hausa  Osun 2026: Muslim stakeholders, league of Alfas back APC's Oyebami/Adereti Senate summons Ex-NNPCL boss Kyari, others over alleged N210trn unaccounted funds Climate inaction could cost Nigeria $460 billion by 2050, says Speaker Abbas PSC partners PCRC in screening of 50,000 police constable recruits Tinubu promotes Masari to special adviser on political affairs Lagos Assembly concludes investigations on Makoko demolition  Reps probe disability commission over alleged corrupt practices, contract inflation FG moves to end fake degrees, strengthen academic records integrity 'We recovered $2,045,000, property documents from Emefiele's lawyer' - EFCC's operative tells court  SEDC targets $200bn South-east economy in 10 years Shettima sets up committee to develop funding framework for nutrition programmes Dapo Lam-Adesina commends peaceful Oyo APC congress Senate Leader leads Ekiti APC Gov poll campaign council Osun 2026: APC picks Ile-Ife indigene Adereti as Oyebamiji's running mate Tinubu oversees historic settlement of OPL 245 dispute Fed govt inaugurates committee to drive cotton, textile board plan Alleged cyberstalking: Judge's absence stalls hearing in Sowore's trial on false claim against Tinubu Nigeria's Gold reserves hits $3.5bn, as SMDF delivers to CBN Alleged N2.4b fraud: Ex-Aviation Minister Oduah, co-defendant have made refunds - Prosecution Former Bayelsa governor Dickson dumps PDP, joins NDC *PUNCH* W'Cup verdict: Everyone wants clarity, says Ndidi CAF seeks new hosts after WAFCON disappointment Sarri hails Dele-Bashiru after ending drought FG approves 100% gratuity for retiring civil servants I may have joined PSG at the wrong time - Okocha Gala boss says no release clause for Osimhen amid chase Lookman named in SofaScore's Copa del Rey best XI African Youth Games winner Majekodunmi gets NSC cash reward Low returns on varsity research spending worry FG Nigeria begin World Relays ticket chase in Calabar FG tightens academic record verification to curb certificate fraud Commonwealth Games: Nigeria's boxing trials final hold today Abba Kyari's drug trial continues, says NDLEA D'Tigers drop to 53rd in world rankings Adesanya demands $15m per fight from UFC boss White Cricket: NCF National U-17 Champs begins March 10 Bauchi residents lament ordeal after bandits invasion Aliero dismisses defection rumours, reaffirms commitment to APC Onyeka doubtful for Bristol clash Police warn against incitement as Shi'ite protests rumours spread Kwara emerges first runner-up at Abuja PWC cricket tournament Yobe stakeholders hail Tinubu over NPC commissioner appointment Idris rolls out farm inputs, Ramadan palliatives in Kebbi Plateau partners Kukah Centre to tackle insecurity TUC hails Kebbi gov's developmental strides Bauchi police arrest suspect, recover stolen motorcycle Kano APC stakeholders endorse new exco Bauchi pardons 73 inmates, offers N7m for resettlement UDUS VC inducts 6,505 students, counsels on academic excellence Medical fellowship not equivalent to PhD degrees, FG clarifies *LEADERSHIP* 2025 Batch 'A' Stream 1 Corps Members To Pass Out 31st March Reps To Probe Disability Commission Over Alleged Corrupt Practices Reps Okay N140bn S'East Development Commission's 2026 Budget Proposal Gombe Begins Enforcement Of Grazing Reserves, Forest Reserve Laws Airport Tolls: Tinubu Asked For Review, Not Suspension - FAAN MD Says WINBAFRICA Deepen Youths Participation In Business At Roundtable Summit Tinubu Names 4 Permanent Secretaries To Strengthen Civil Service New Tax Laws Boost States' VAT Revenue Share To N551bn in January Dangote Refinery Recommits To National Energy Stability Despite Crude Price Rise Ondo APC Group Faults Court Order On Party Congress FEC Approves 100% Gratuity For Retiring Federal Civil Servants 'No One Wants To Fight For Israel,' Veteran Protest US Action Against Iran Equities Market Rebounds as NGX Gains N220bn JUST-IN: MultiChoice To Discontinue Showmax Streaming Platform Faith Leaders Demand Strict AI Laws To Protect Human Dignity Shettima Calls For Dedicated Funding For Nutrition Programmes Up Your Game On Security Or Face Consequences, FG Warns Paramilitary Heads Tinubu Announces Historic Resolution Of OPL 245 Dispute PICTORIAL: Remi Tinubu Distributes 1,000 Bags Of Rice, Food Items To National Mosque, Area Councils For Ramadan  Breaking News: CAF Postpones Women's Africa Cup Of Nations 2026 Just 12 Days Before Kick-off *THE SUN* Google rolls out AI search support for Yorùbá, Hausa in Nigeria IGR: Gov Lawal abolishes cash collection of revenue in Zamfara Enugu: Violence erupts as crisis derails ADC e-registration flag-off Tinubu brokers landmark OPL 245 settlement, paving way for 150,000 bpd deepwater boost   Wike promises more roads for Kuje, warns incoming chairman against 'away leadership' JUST IN: Senator Dickson defects from PDP to NDC Women deserve inclusion in politics, not special seats - Diri ADC chieftain proffers solution to insecurity in Ondo as he declares for House of Reps seat GATIC 2027 unveils plan to mobilise 5 million votes for Tinubu How party infighting, lawsuits threaten election planning - INEC Shettima denies coercing governors to join APC Nigeria gears up for National Single Window launch on March 27, promises trade revolution APFFLON raises alarm over shipping charge increases Tinubu's fiscal strategy keeping Nigeria off top global debt list, says Jimoh Ibrahim Google rolls out AI search support for Yorùbá, Hausa in Nigeria Enugu: Violence erupts as crisis derails ADC e-registration flag-off Tinubu brokers landmark OPL 245 settlement, paving way for 150,000 bpd deepwater boost EPL: Carrick criticises Man United players after 2-1 loss to Newcastle Man United fall 2-1 to Newcastle, suffer first defeat under Carrick 2026 World Cup: FIFA lists DR Congo in play-off line-up *VANGUARD* 2027: Accord begins nationwide e-registration SSANU slams FG over salary starvation amid Ramadan, vows shutdown if talks stall Osun APC will win on popular support, not federal might - Oyebamiji Iran reaffirms right to self-defense, calls on world to condemn U.S., Israeli attacks 2027: NRM alleges plot to hijack party Trump says Zelensky 'has to get a deal done,' insists Putin ready Tinubu's economic reforms yielding measurable results - Information minister Tinubu resolves OPL 245 dispute with ENI, unlocks deepwater investment Trump demands role in choosing next Iran leader, says Khamenei son 'unacceptable' Enugu Assembly passes law to harmonize taxes, ban illegal levies, roadblocks Tinubu appoints 4 Permanent Secretaries into Federal Civil Service Amend Electoral Act or we boycott 2027 elections - IPAC My birthday celebrates God's grace, says Obasanjo Senate summons Kyari, Ajia, others over unaccounted N210tn, threatens arrest Singer Britney Spears arrested for DUI  FEC approves 100% annual salary as gratuity for retiring federal workers Top 10 most peaceful countries in the world [2026] ECOWAS Parliament seeks stronger public engagement to boost trade, youth participation Iran denies attacking US embassy in Riyadh - Ambassador AAU denies withholding NELFUND student loans How late Jeyifo tried to resolve ASUU 2016 crisis - CONUA President *THISDAY* Court Grants Injunction Against Developer Over N295m Ikoyi Property Sale Tinubu Oversees Historic Resolution of 15 Year-Old OPL 245 Dispute NCEWERS Trains Katsina Women, PLWDs to Detect, Report Early Signs of Conflict Dangote Refinery Moves to Cushion Nigerians from Global Oil Market Shocks Court Frees Suspended DCP Abba Kyari from Non Asset Declaration Charge Seriake Dickson Dumps PDP, Forms NDC Drug Case Against Abba Kyari Still on Course, NDLEA Insists Kano Dep Gov Faces Impeachment, as Assembly Issues 2-Week Ultimatum to Respond to Financial Misconduct Allegations FG to Establish Centres of Excellence in AI, Robotics, Cybersecurity in Six Tertiary Institutions FEC Approves Gratuity for Federal Civil Servants Alleged N2.4bn Fraud: Ex-Aviation Minister Oduah, One Other Enter Please Bargain Deal Court Dismisses Abba Kyari, Brothers Non-Declaration of Assets Trial Cattle Farmer Accuses Govt Officials of Midnight Invasion in Oyo Ogungbesan Threatens Legal Action Over Reports on Exit from Security Mint Suspect Narrates Arrest By DSS in Owo Church Attack Trial Nigeria Undergoing Restructuring, Economic Reforms Expert Pushes for Regional Police Reform for True Federalism Nwoye Missed Wider Context of SEDCs 2026 Budget, Says CEO Youths Demand Investigations into Deputy Speakers Alleged Breach of NYSC, Law School Regulations Sani Musa Hails Tinubu for Approving Reconstruction of SulejaMinna Road Minister Urgedto Clarify Issues on Reproductive Health Policy Integrity Lagos Rallies Behind AGE 2026 as Africas Gaming Industry Charts Path to Global Prominence NSA AND HUMAN RIGHTS OBSERVANCE Egbetokuns Resignation and Transient Nature of Power As Enos Campaign Group Tours Akwa Ibom LGAs Nigerian Varsities Deploy Ribara to Track Skills Formation, Boost Employability Knight Franks Real Estate Half-Year Report Highlights Easing Inflation, Stronger Construction Activity Unilever Nigeria Partners UNICEF to Equip over 900,000 Youths Lagos Gallery Weekend Unveils Activities To Boost Public Sector Reforms,Aig-Imoukhuede Foundation Begins Leadership Training Cohort FG,PAVE NetworkPush forKnowledge-Driven Strategy to Combat Violent Extremism in Nigeria Beyond Protocol: The Tuggar Effect on Nigerias Global Standing Konga Offers 50% Discount on Berekete Sales ipNX Empowers Customers with Safe, Responsible AI Use Bitget Targets 40% of Tokenised Stock Trading by 2030 ITU Receives $82bn Pledges from Partners to Support Global Connectivity Initiative Institute Commits to Advancing Trichology in Nigeria Experts Harp on Custom-built AI System in Healthcare Delivery NIFEngM Emphasises Technology, Energy Convergence in Nigerias Development FG Targets 25% Manufacturing Contribution to GDP by 2035 Stock Market Up Marginally asInvestors Maintain Cautious Approach Accion MfB Commissions 76th Branch, Expands National Footprint NGX Group Appoints Olaniyan as Group Chief Strategy Officer Sunbeth Secures Approval to LaunchN200bn Commercial Paper Programme NCC Moves to Address Challenges in Mobile Number Recycling, Offers Safeguards LG Electronics Improves Student Welfare with Solar Borehole In Defence of Abujas (Non)Voters Former NTA Sports Niyi Oyeleke Laid to Rest in Offa Catholic Golfers Tee off to Support Mental Health of Priests, Others Arsenal Go Seven Points at the Top After City Held By Forest 128 BoxersBattle for 10Slots at 2026 Cwealth Games Trials FIFA Lists DR Congo for Playoffs in Mexico, Silent on Nigerias Petition Security Forces Lock Down Abuja Amid Escalating US-Israel, Iran War Disu Sworn in as 23rd IGP, Declares State Police Has Now Come to Stay CBN Boosts Foreign Reserves with Indigenous Gold as Holdings Hit $3.5bn TCN: Over $1.3bn Transmission Projects Funded by Multilateral Agencies Ongoing Nationwide Special Seats Bill: NAssembly Leadership Inaugurates Womens Caucus as Constitution Amendment Vote Nears Akume Leads 5-man FG Delegation to Jesse Jacksons Burial in US Power: Tinubu Mulls Grid Asset Management Company, 100% Benefits for Retiring Civil Servants *DAILY TRUST* Tinubu elevates Masari to Special Adviser CAF reschedules WAFCON 2026 tournament President Tinubu Is Behind My Success Uba Sani Detention: El-Rufai petitions ICPC, demands N15.6bn damages Middle East crisis: Well ensure there is no fuel scarcity in Nigeria, says Dangote Refinery Power plants shut down as generation drops to 3,940.53MW Jigawa: Justice for Walida protesters hit the streets Fire razes Catholic Cathedral in Taraba Benue records new Lassa fever deaths NDLEA arrests suspect with 1,499 bottles of codeine in Kano Court clears Abba Kyari in assets declaration case 2 sentenced to death for Kidnapping in Kwara Bandits kill 2 police officers at Kebbi checkpoint Abba Kyari acquitted in NDLEA asset declaration case BREAKING: Boko Haram kills soldiers, abducts women, children in Borno BREAKING: Kano Assembly initiates impeachment process against deputy gov Plateau govt procures 70 transformers for vulnerable communities How Tinubu prevented Trumps invasion of Nigeria FG to Enforce Performance Monitoring in Education Sector Ramadan Tafsir: Izala suspends Sheikh Alkali Zaria over comment on insecurity Kaduna Govt Backs Reintegration of Adolescent Mothers into Schools FG approves 18 new programmes for Nuhu Bamalli Polytechnic HowFAAN officials dumped Lagos airport tollgate after Tinubus order FEC approves demolition, reconstruction of Carter Bridge, other road projects FG, NiMet intensify push for climate-resilient health systems Green dreams, old traps: Will Nigeria finally learn to compete INEC presents certificates of return to FCT council chairmen Council polls: Wike begins tour of FCT area councils Despite completing terminals without buses, FCTA to construct 3 more EPL: Arsenal seven points clear at the top with win as Forest hold Manchester City Ive not anointed any candidate Uba Sani Id rather die than betray Geidam Gov Buni Mixed reactions trail APC state congresses Guns, politics and dangerous signals 85 Seconds to Midnight Sokoto guber: Lamido denies defection plans Kaduna govs aide resigns to contest Reps seat Tinubu celebrates Obasanjos towering influence at 89 2027 polls: Police must remain neutral IGP Adamawa: Shuwari-Kirchinga residents flee over fear of Boko Haram attack INEC commences review of primaries guidelines Transport: The overlooked climate frontline Army takes delivery of 15 locally-produced APCs Iran: Lagos chief imams caution against protest Demolition: Court orders notices of committal proceedings on Wike How farmer was abducted, killed in Edo Experts harp on early preparation for 2026 farming season Iran crisis: Stranded travellers evacuated from Middle East No to war, Spanish PM tells Trump Zambias cholera cases surpass 1,100 as Sudan declares end of epidemic Customs seizes N14.4 million worth of smuggled petrol QatarEnergy declares force majeure after halting LNG production Consortium to invest $2bn in Benue economy Tinubu suspends airport cashless policy Credit to private sector drops to N75.2trn in January Greenplinth signs agreement with Benue, Niger on cookstoves Business confidence index climbs 117.2 points in February UNIUYO MFB launches WashLoan for safe water, hygiene CBNs total gold holdings increase to $3.5bn *NEW TELEGRAPH* Police Arrest Suspect Spreading Rumors Of Attacks On Non-Muslims In Kano After 34 Years, DIG Mba Retires With Others FG Inaugurates Panel For Establishment Of Cotton, Textile, Garment Board SEDC Targets $200bn SEast Economy In 10 Years Fubara Stresses Partnership With Air Force To Boost Rivers Security Tinubu Appoints Ally, Masari Aide On Political Affairs Reps Approve N140bn SEDC 2026 Budget Wike Blasts Council Chairman For Betrayal, Fake Support For Tinubu Okomu Oil Forecasts N11.97bn Profit After Tax For Q2 2026 Reps Probe Corruption Allegations At Disability Commission Financial Irregularities: Senate Directs NNPCL To Refund N210trn Tinubu Appoints Four New Permanent Secretaries Kwara: Court Sentences Two To Death For Armed Robbery, Kidnapping Gunmen Abduct Four Persons In Oyo UCH 5-Day Strike: Come To Our Aid, NARD President Tells FG Back-To-School Drive Restores Hope Gor Vulnerable Children In Bauchi Bauchi Champions National Effort To Improve Maternal Nutrition FCC Boss Promises Improved Staff Welfare, Introduces Whistleblower Lines Union Dicon Salt Outlines Recovery Plan Youve Inspired Women With Your Virtues, Oluremi Tinubu Tells Maryam Abacha APC Leaders Urge Youths To Shun Electoral Violence Ahead Of 2027 Polls Reps Move To Legislate For Nigerias Decarbonisation Plan Eba Island: Ondo Faults Ogun Govts Claim, Affirms Ownership INC Election: Oyakemeagbeaha, Tuodolo, Yanga, Osaisai, Others Debate SAPZ: Bauchi Positions For Billions In Agro-Industrial Investments Bauchi Police Fix March 9 For Physical Screening Of Recruits Dangote Refinery Reaffirms Commitment To National Energy Stability MultiChoice To Shut Down Showmax Streaming Service Lagos Stands Out As Key Driver Of Africas Cities Transformation, Says Sanwo-Olu Pastor Chris Okafor Makes U-Turn, Withdraws Apology To Doris Ogala Obasanjo At 89: Living Lesson In Leadership, Public Service Abiodun Guber Poll: Senate Leader, Bamidele Chairs Ekiti APC Campaign Council Tinubus Obsession For Re-Election Affecting Governance ADC Alia Receives COAS, Commends Military Collaboration To End Insecurity In Benue Mutfwang Commissions 70 Electricity Transformers ECOWAS Parliament Harps On Policy For Economic Opportunities For Citizens Lalong Congratulates NIPSS Director General, Omotayo On Reappointment Delta APC Congress: Niboro Hails Oborevwori For Uniting Party Police Recruitment: All You Need To Know About Constable Screening Adeleke Greets Ex-President Obasanjo At 89 Polio Drive: Sokoto Govt Monitors Vaccination In 8 LGAs Ahead Of March 2026 Rollout 2027: NRM Warns Against Party Hijack Gunmen Shoot Farmer, Abduct Wife In Ondo Community Linkage Assurance Launches N16.26bn Rights Issue To Boost Capital Base Japa: How We Are Dealing With Shortage Of Doctors CMD Oyebanji To Bow Out From 11 Plcs As MD BREAKING: Court Acquits Abba Kyari Of Asset Declaration Case 2027: Badaru Intensifies Consultations To Mobilize Support For Tinubu IGPs Wife Assumes Office As POWA President Reps Address NPERA Bill To Strengthen Port Regulatory Framework Court Orders UNICAL To Pay Students N55m For Admitting Them Without Accreditation KBSG Commends DSS For Role In Establishing Forest Guards Parents, Politicians Charged On Morality, God-Fearing Leadership BREAKING: Kano Assembly Begins Impeachment Process Against Deputy Gov Nigeria Should Stop Worshipping Stolen Wealth Obi Tonto Dike Celebrates Stepdaughter With Heartwarming Dinner Nigeria To Get First Military Jetty As DICON-D7G Plans 7,000 Jobs Local Manufacturer Unveils NEV T3 Electric Vehicle As Sustainable Transport Solution Politics Is Not A Career Olumide Oworu *BLUE PRINT* China kicks off annual two sessions with spotlight on new five-year plan Breaking: Trump gives Iran condition to choose Ali Hosseini Khameneis successor Tinubu appoints 4 new permanent secretaries FG approves gratuity for federal civil servants NERD: FG reveals those expected to win huge prizes, moves against certificate forgery, others Breaking: El-rufai demands N15.6bn damages from ICPC over arrest, alleged defamation MultiChoice moves to shut down Showmax streaming platform Galatasaray speak on owing Osimhen, other players Omidiran: FCC chairman assures improved staff welfare, rolls out whistleblower lines against job racketeering 2027: Senate Chief Whip campaign against violence, drug abuse as REHACMA launched Breaking: Ex-Bayelsa governor Seriake Dickson dumps PDP for another party Zamfara APC commends NAIC MD Danfulani for N300m ramadan food relief Moroccan FA to honour Regragui, unveils new head coach for national team Abba Kyari: NDLEA gives update on drug trial CAF confirms Champions League quarterfinal fixtures In Benin, UBTH threatens mass burial of 462 unclaimed corpses FCC boss warns against job racketeering, assures improved staff welfare Breaking: CAF officially postpones 2026 WAFCON CAN gives hails, prays for Uba Sani Court dismisses Abba Kyari, brothers non-declaration of assets trial Doris Ogala: Pastor Chris Okafor makes u-turn Breaking: Kano Assembly move to impeach deputy governor Gwarzo Group rallies Nigerians behind Tinubus reforms UN pledges support to strengthen human rights in Nigeria Aliyu resumes, promises to reposition SHESTCO Local EV manufacturer launches mobility van for urban transportation CBNs total gold holdings rises to $3.5bn Zenith Banks capital base peaks as Umeoji drives 92% share appreciation INEC to political parties: Leadership tussles, unnecessary litigations threat to democracy Edo: Why I quit Okpebholos cabinet Osifo Nigeria: GIZ, NEMSA partnership to strengthen renewable energy, solar mini-grid standards Breaking: Nigerias 2026 World Cup dream dashed as FIFA names DR Congo for play-offs Tinubu swears in 6 RMAFC, 2 FCSC commissioners Breaking: IGP Disu inaugurates state policing committee Breaking: Court adjourns Malamis terrorism trial as AGF takes over prosecution Enugu is a model of politics, Mbah says as state APC elects new exco Accord kicks off e-registration, membership revalidation Adebayo represents Nigerias next-generation leadership Sowunmi AGF, CSO clash over rights defenders protection Bill US Senate likely to reject bid to curb Trumps Iran war powers Power sector overhaul: Tinubu proposes grid asset management company to end transmission crisis FG approves 100% exit benefit scheme for retiring civil servants Tinubu sends 5-person delegation to attend Jesse Jacksons burial FG approves N10 billion HIV drugs, cancer care revival Why Tinubu ordered suspension of FAAN cashless policy Minister Tinubu renews appointment of Professor Ayo Omotayo as NIPSS DG 2026 FCT election: Chairmen-elect, others receive certificate of return from INEC Ndarani congratulates newly affirmed Niger APC exco ADC backs El-Rufai, Malami amidst probe 2027: I ve no anointed candidates Uba Sani APC returns Okoro-Emegha as Ebonyi chairman Ogun APC returns Yemi Sanusi as Chairman, elects 35 others Kaduna:Uba Sani, Speaker Abbas task new APC exco to deliver for Tinubu in 2027 Ibom Air adopts NCAAs directive on use of power banks onboard commercial flights NPA 2025 report reveals export-led trade expansion, signals economic reforms progress Domestic equity market sheds N101bn amid profit-taking activities Dangote Sugar narrows 2025 pre-tax loss to N72.2bn as revenue rises to 24.57% Nigerias private sector rebounds as cost inflation eases to six-year low Tax reforms will improve lives, not impoverish Nigerians Kashim Shettima *GUARDIAN* C'River govt extends Keke tax suspension in Calabar FG begins YEIDEP batch B recruitment March 9, warns against multiple registration HRH Oba James Obafemi Saliu empowers Ogboloko community with landmark humanitarian outreach 'Building the Jenifa brand took a lot from me,' Funke Akindele 2027: IPAC warns of election boycott over direct primaries Imo Assembly minority leader, deputy resign, defect to APC Substantive drug case against Abba Kyari on course, says NDLEA HFN pushes reforms as maternal deaths, rising costs threaten health system Court freezes firm, MD's accounts over alleged N9.05b debt Reps advance bill to legalise Nigeria's decarbonisation plan Killaboi Trial : Mother recounts chilling final call before Augusta's alleged murder #ServingSingles: When Gen Z Chose Community Over Dating Apps Niger Delta Games Offer Glimpse Into Future of Nigeria's Track and Field   Ex-lawmaker faults emergency infrastructure in Taraba after cathedral fire Edo Gov, Dikko, Olopade to storm Auchi for Ikhana's Academy launch    FG launches nationwide crackdown on irregular migrants using AI tracking system Nigeria's boxing contingent emerges at Commonwealth Games trials    Cashless Policy: FAAN to adopt hybrid system, commends Tinubu FCC boss pledges better staff welfare, transparency in recruitment US-Iran Conflict: Dangote Refinery to protect Nigerians from supply shocks *THE AUTHORITY* Troops rescue three abducted victims in Ajaokuta, Kogi State Military EOD neutralizes improvised explosive device in Talata Mafara, Zamfara Troops of Operation Fansan Yanma neutralise three bandits in Katsina CAS bolsters NAF operations in Niger Delta, commissions key projects in Bayelsa Reps back climate finance bank to bridge funding gap in renewable energy Senator Mohammed Sani Musa Applauds President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for Approving Reconstruction of SulejaMinna Road OchIdoma in London, inaugurates Idoma community United Kingdom executive Army Operation in Edo: Notorious Kidnapper Killed, Four Victims Freed APC France chapter endorses President Tinubu/ Shettima for 2027 Musa orders decisive action against terrorists at maiden defence operational briefing Nigeria implements National Single Window platform March 27 to boost trade efficiency Owo Church Attack: How we were nabbed by DSS officers, suspect tells court *SAHARA REPORTER* Senate Threatens Arrest Of Ex-NNPCL Boss Mele Kyari, Others Over 210trillion Audit Queries EXCLUSIVE: Tinubu Govt Yet To Fulfil Promise Of Automatic Employment To 210 Ex-Corps Members After Seven Months Nigeria's First University, UI, Spent N653Million On Honorarium, N221Million On Refreshments, Meals In 2024 Financial Report Nigeria Police Remove Force PRO Benjamin Hundeyin Six Months After Appointment Amid Shake-up BREAKING: Many Soldiers, Civilians Feared Dead As Boko Haram Terrorists Attack Military Base, IDP Camp In Borno BREAKING: Tinubu Orders Aviation Minister Keyamo To Suspend FAANs Cashless Airport Policy After Nationwide Gridlock BREAKING: Nigerias 2026 World Cup Hope Crushed As FIFA Officially Names DR Congo Among Playoff Teams BREAKING: Nigerian Attorney-General Takes Over Former AGF Malami, Son's Trial For Alleged Terrorism Financing BREAKING: Nigerian Soldier Allegedly Shoots YABATECH Student Dead In Lagos EXCLUSIVE: If Not That You Are A Woman, I Would Have Shot You: Ebonyi $119Million Recovery Consultant Alleges Abduction, Threats By Ex-Governor Umahi EXCLUSIVE: Egbetokun's Associate Shina Philips Accused Of Pocketing Police Conference Funds, Sharing Loot With Ex-IGP, Former PRO Adejobi EXCLUSIVE: Former IGP Egbetokun Remains At Police IG House Amid Plots To Contest Ogun Senate Seat After Forced Retirement EXCLUSIVE: Pressure Mounts On Tinubu As Police DIGs Lobby To Stay, Ex-APC National Chair Akande Battles To Keep Fayoade In Race To Succeed IGP Disu EXCLUSIVE: Leaked Police Memo Exposes How Ex-DIG Galadanchis Tenure Extension Push Under Egbetokun Led To Sowores Passport Seizure Middle-East War: Nigerian Government Claims No National In Iran Has Reached Out For Evacuation EXCLUSIVE: Ebonyi Businessman Accuses Ex-Gov Umahi Of Using Road Expansion As Pretext To Grab His Land For Private Plaza BREAKING: Ondo Police Invade Homes Of Pastors Who Accused Commissioner Lawal Of 2Million Extortion, Illegal Detention BREAKING: Protest Rocks FUT Minna As Students, Staff Allege Plan By Niger Governor Bago To Seize Bosso Campus Land BREAKING: Protest Rocks FUT Minna As Students, Staff Over Alleged Plan By Niger Governor Bago To Seize Bosso Campus Land BREAKING: Kidnappers Threaten To Kill Six Abducted Ondo Celestial Church Members, Give Monday Deadline To Pay N10Million Ransom EXCLUSIVE: He Said He Could Kill Us Secretly: Ondo Pastors Accuse CP Lawal, Police Of Arrest, Extortion Over Fake Miracle Claim At Planned Crusade EXCLUSIVE: Nigeria Police Probe Exposes How IRT, SWAT Officers, Chained, Tortured Enugu Businessman, Staged Murder Confession BREAKING: Boko Haram Terrorists Attack Military Base In Borno, Kill Army Major, Several Other Soldiers Terror In Borgu: Death Toll Rises To 15 After Bandit Attack On Niger Communities BREAKING: Terrorists On Motorbikes Storm Village Near Woro In Kwara, Loot Phone Shops EXCLUSIVE: Disquiet In NSCDC As Commandant-General Audi Refuses To Hand Over To Most Senior Deputy Allegedly 'Over Igbo Ethnicity EXCLUSIVE: Acting Inspector-General Disu Removes Controversial ACP Bukola Kuti As PSO, Redeploys Her To NIPSS Kuru South-East Development Commission Budgets N2.6billion For Foreign, Local Travels As Region Suffers Collapse Of Infrastructure EXCLUSIVE: How CAC Registrar-General Ishaq Magaji Allegedly Used Brother-in-Law To Receive Contract Kickbacks BREAKING: Abuja Court Grants N10Million Bail To Ozekhome, Jeremiah Usenis Son Over Alleged UK Property Fraud EXCLUSIVE: How Alleged IPP Fund Diversion, Illegal Levies Forced Governor Oborevwori To Redeploy Two Delta Commissioners, Deputy Directors Lagos Deputy Governors Office To Spend N4.2Billion On Office Furniture, 30 Microphones In 2026 How Trigger-Happy Soldiers Killed Town Planner During Enforcement Operation In Ogun EXCLUSIVE: Leaked Wireless Messages Reveal Former IGP Egbetokun's Last-Minute Transfer Of Loyalists To Protect Them Before Handover To Disu BREAKING: Ex-IGP Egbetokun Orders Last-Minute Shake-Up, Redeploys Aide Serving Under Alleged Mistress, ACP Kuti BREAKING: Tension In Abuja Court As Police Move To Rearrest Woman Granted Bail In Minister Umahi's Case EXCLUSIVE: Kwara Communities Abandon Night Congregational Ramadan Prayers Over Fear Of Terror Attacks BREAKING: Court To Hear Nigerian Army's Objection April 30 As Retired General Seeks N200Billion Over Unlawful Arrest, 64-Day Detention BREAKING: TIB Movement, Kwara Youths March To Govt House Over Killings, Kidnappings In Five LGAs, Say Kwara North Is Bleeding EXCLUSIVE: How Lagos Power Bloc Sidelined Ex-APC National Chair Akande, Pressured Tinubu To Appoint Disu As Acting IGP Sources Im Loyal Like A Dog: Suspected Money Launderer Kola Alukos Message To Diezani-Alison Madueke Played At London Corruption Trial BREAKING: Court Refuses To Hear Ex-Governor El-Rufais Bail Application, Adjourns Case To April 23 Terrorists Mount Roadblock, Abduct Zamfara Residents Preparing To Break Fast BREAKING: Boko Haram Overruns Sheweri And Kirchinga, Governor Fintiris Hometown; Residents Flee BREAKING: Tinubu Presidency Confirms Egbetokuns Exit As Police IG, Appoints Disu In Acting Capacity Pending Senate Approval BREAKING: Major Shake-Up Looms In Nigeria Police As 29 Senior Officers Are Set To Be Fired After IGP Egbetokuns Sacking BREAKING: Mike Ozekhome In EFCC Custody As Senior Lawyer Faces Fresh Charges Over Alleged London Property Fraud BREAKING: Bayelsa Governor Diri Nominates Peter Akpe As New Deputy Gov BREAKING: Tinubu Removes Scandal-Tainted IGP Kayode Egbetokun Amid Jubilation At Police 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