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March 2, 2026
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International, News, Politics, SECURITY

Trump Reveals Timeline for U.S. Bombing Campaign in Iran

U.S. President Donald Trump has indicated that the ongoing armed conflict with Iran may last up to four weeks, outlining the expected duration during a telephone interview on Sunday...

March 2, 2026
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Africa, Health, News

Experts Highlight AI’s Growing Impact on Africa’s Health Sector

A recent webinar hosted by the Newmark Group explored the growing role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in transforming healthcare systems across Africa, outlining both its vast potential and the...

March 1, 2026
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News, Technology

2027 Election: INEC Chairman Amupitan Promises Nigeria’s Most Credible Poll Yet

The Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Joash Amupitan, has assured Nigerians that the 2027 general election will be credible, transparent and significantly improved, as the commission...

Seven Arrested as Lagos CP Restores Normalcy at Oto-Ijanikin

March 1, 2026
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Lagos state, News, SECURITY

CP Lagos Leads Police Personnel to Restore Normalcy at Oto-Ijanikin

The Commissioner of Police, Lagos State Command, CP Olohundare Jimoh, personally led a joint team of Police operatives and Tactical Squads from the Command to clear the blockage and...

NDLEA Arrests Fugitive Drug Kingpin After 13 Years on the Run

March 1, 2026
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NDLEA, News

NDLEA Nabs Fugitive Drug Kingpin After 13 Years, Busts Imo Meth Lab and Seizes Massive Opioid Haul Nationwide

After 13 years in hiding, a notorious drug kingpin Reginald Peter Chidiebere has been taken into custody following the seizure of large consignments of cocaine and heroin linked to...

February 28, 2026
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International, News, SECURITY

Jerusalem Halts Schools, Work Amid Israel’s Military Action on Iran

Authorities in Jerusalem have ordered the closure of schools and workplaces following Israel’s launch of strikes on Iran, with the restrictions set to remain in place until 1800 GMT...

February 28, 2026
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Africa, ENTERTAINMENT, News

TikTok Discover List 2026 Features Five African Creators

TikTok has unveiled its annual global The Discover List 2026, spotlighting 50 creators shaping culture across five categories: Icons, Innovators, Foodies, Educators and Originators. This year, five creators from...

EBRD Approves €100m for Nigeria’s Project BRIDGE Fibre Expansion

February 27, 2026
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ECONOMY, News, Technology

FG Secures €100m EBRD Funding for Nigeria’s Project BRIDGE Fibre Expansion

Nigeria’s digital infrastructure drive has received a major boost as the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) approved €100 million ($108 million) to support Project BRIDGE, the Federal...

Marwa: NDCMP 2026-2030 Will Strengthen Nigeria’s Drug Control

February 27, 2026
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NDLEA, News, SECURITY

NDCMP 2026-2030 will strengthen Nigeria’s drug control efforts, says Marwa

Chairman/Chief Executive Officer of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) Brig Gen Mohamed Buba Marwa (rtd) has said that the National Drug Control Master Plan (NDCMP 2026-2030) will...

February 27, 2026
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International, Migration, News

21 Migrants Died Every Day in 2025, New IOM Data Reveals

At least 7,667 people died or went missing on migration routes worldwide in 2025, according to new data from the International Organization for Migration (IOM). The figures underscore the...