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Nigeria to Host Africa’s Largest Trade Fair in 2027
March 12, 2026, Abuja, Nigeria Nigeria is set to host Africa’s largest trade fair in 2027 as part of efforts to strengthen economic cooperation and promote trade across the continent. The announcement was made by the Federal Government of Nigeria through its official digital platform, Aso Villa Digital Communications. According to the government, the event…
Olukoyede Warns NPOs Against Being Used for Terrorism Financing
March 10, 2026, Abuja, Nigeria The Executive Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ola Olukoyede, has cautioned Non-Profit Organisations (NPOs) across Nigeria to guard against infiltration by terrorist networks seeking to exploit the sector to finance acts of terrorism against the state. Olukoyede issued the warning in Abuja on Tuesday during the…
List of Nine Senators That Defected to ADC
March 12, 2026, Abuja, Nigeria Nine senators from different political parties have officially notified the Nigerian Senate of their decision to defect to the African Democratic Congress (ADC). The senators cut across three political parties and cited political realignments as the reason for their move to the ADC. Among those who defected from the Labour…
COAS Convenes Inter-Faith Iftar, Reinforces Unity and Shared Values Within Nigerian Army
Abuja, Nigeria – March 11, 2026 The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Waidi Shaibu, on Wednesday, March 11, 2026, hosted officers and soldiers serving in Army Headquarters Departments and Commands within Abuja to a combined inter-faith Iftar as part of efforts to strengthen unity, discipline and mutual understanding within the Nigerian Army. The event, held…
President Tinubu Directs Nationwide Deployment of 100,000 CNG Conversion Kits
Abuja, Nigeria – March 12, 2026 President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has directed the nationwide deployment of 100,000 Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) conversion kits as part of the Federal Government’s efforts to promote cleaner and more affordable energy alternatives for transportation. The directive aims to accelerate the adoption of CNG-powered vehicles across Nigeria and reduce the…
Troops Foil Coordinated Terrorist Attacks, Kill Over 20 Insurgents in Yobe
Goniri, Yobe State, Nigeria – March 11, 2026 Troops of the Joint Task Force (North East) under Operation Hadin Kai have successfully foiled coordinated attacks by terrorists linked to Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) on their location in Goniri, Yobe State, killing more than 20 insurgents during a fierce firefight. The troops, deployed in…
Int’l Women’s Day: Olukoyede Assures Female Officers of Enhanced Welfare
Abuja, Nigeria – March 11, 2026 The Executive Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ola Olukoyede, on Wednesday, March 11, 2026, reaffirmed his commitment to strengthening welfare support for female officers of the Commission, pledging enhanced measures to ensure they are encouraged, empowered and adequately supported to effectively carry out their duties….
Governor Alia Declares Total War on Insecurity
Benue State Government Makurdi, Benue State, Nigeria,March 11, 2026 The Governor of Benue State, Hyacinth Alia, has vowed to restore lasting peace and security across the state. Governor Alia made the declaration after receiving a briefing on the deployment and reinforcement of security personnel to troubled areas in Kwande and other affected Local Government Areas…
NNPC Secures Presidential Approval for $20 Billion Final Investment Decision on Bonga Deepwater Project
Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd.) Abuja, Nigeria, March 11, 2026 The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd.) has secured presidential approval for a targeted fiscal incentive aimed at unlocking the long-awaited Final Investment Decision (FID) on the Bonga Southwest Aparo Project. The development marks a significant milestone in Nigeria’s efforts to attract…
EFCC Arrests 15 Suspects with Radioactive Solid Minerals in Kaduna
Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Kaduna, Nigeria,March 11, 2026 Operatives of the Kaduna Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) have arrested 15 male suspects for their alleged involvement in the illegal handling and transportation of radioactive solid minerals. The suspects were intercepted and apprehended on Sunday, March 8, 2026, along…