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Nigeria Hosts Africa Defence Exhibition 2026

Nigeria will host the Africa International Defence Exhibition in October 2026, attracting 30,000 attendees from 100+ countries to strengthen regional security cooperation and showcase defence technologies.

Nigerian Army Promotes 105 Senior Officers

The Nigerian Army Council has approved the promotion of 105 senior officers to higher ranks. Discover the full list of promoted officers and their new positions in this comprehensive report.

FG Denies Nigeria is a Religious Freedom Violator

Nigeria's government refutes international claims of religious freedom violations, urging unity against false narratives. Minister Idris warns such accusations threaten national harmony. Read more.

Bauchi Governor Presents N878bn 2026 Budget

Governor Bala Mohammed presents a N878 billion 2026 budget to the Bauchi State Assembly, focusing on economic and social sectors. The budget sees a 41% increase from 2025.

APC Chairman Visits Niger Gov Over Missing Children

APC National Chairman Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda visits Niger State Governor, pledging solidarity over the missing St. Mary's School children. He also commended security efforts and religious tolerance in the state.

Kwara 2027: APC Pushes for Power Shift to North

Kwara APC stakeholders and governorship aspirants from the Northern Senatorial District have agreed to unite and ensure the zone produces the next governor in 2027. Read the full story.

Matawalle defends defence minister's Dubai trip

Defence Minister Badaru attends Dubai Airshow with presidential approval while security agencies work on kidnapped students' safe return. Government maintains security response.

NSCDC Officer Stabbed to Death in Ondo

A Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps operative was fatally stabbed while attempting to restrain a mentally unstable man in Oke-Ala community, Akure North. Full details on the tragic incident.

Nigeria's N777 Billion Arms Import Bill Revealed

National Bureau of Statistics data shows Nigeria spent N776.9 billion on arms imports from 2020-2025, with 2024 recording the highest expenditure at N520 billion amid rising insecurity.

Nation Mourns Journalism Icon Dan Agbese at 81

Information Minister Mohammed Idris and Lagos Governor Sanwo-Olu mourn veteran journalist Dan Agbese, co-founder of Newswatch magazine, who died at 81. Read tributes to this media titan.

Trump defends Saudi prince over Khashoggi killing

President Trump defended Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman over Jamal Khashoggi's murder during lavish White House visit. Read about the controversial defense and $1 trillion investment pledge.

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