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FG to Give Nigerian Students 100MB Daily Free Data From October
The Federal Government will begin providing 100MB of daily zero-rated data to about five million students from October 1, 2026, allowing them to access approved educational platforms without data charges.
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Northwest States Plan to Close Non-Compliant Health Training Schools
Kano, Katsina, Kaduna, Kebbi, Sokoto, Zamfara and Jigawa states have agreed to strengthen oversight of private health training institutions and close schools that fail to meet established standards. The move is intended to improve the quality of health workers trained in the region, although stakeholders have raised concerns about access to training and the possible impact on students.
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Singaporean Man Admits Guilt in Massive Crypto Heist
A 22-year-old Singaporean has pleaded guilty to his role in a $245 million cryptocurrency theft linked to a network of international conspirators.
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Nigeria Customs Service Intercepts Smuggled Goods Worth Over N604 Million in Kwara
The Nigeria Customs Service’s Kwara Area Command has intercepted smuggled goods with a Duty Paid Value of ₦604.33 million, including tramadol, foreign rice and spaghetti. The command also reported generating ₦7.98 billion in revenue between January and August 2026 as it intensifies efforts to combat smuggling and protect Nigeria’s economy.
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Nigeria Police Arrest Woman for Forging and Spreading False OPay Shutdown Document
The Nigeria Police Force National Cybercrime Centre has arrested Hafsat Abubakar over an alleged fake OPay shutdown notice that circulated online and caused concern among customers. Police say digital forensic analysis traced the publication to an X account linked to Abubakar.
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Police IG and NBA President Discuss Concerns and Boundaries Over Recording Police Officers
Inspector-General of Police Tunji Disu and NBA President Oyinkansola Badejo-Okusanya have called for clearer boundaries around recording police officers, balancing citizens’ right to document lawful police activities with officers’ right to privacy.
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Renewed Conflict Erupts in Yemen as Battles Intensify for Sanaa and Red Sea
Yemen faces escalating violence as new battles emerge for control of Sanaa and the Red Sea, raising concerns of a drawn-out conflict.
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Four Renoir Paintings Stolen in Museum Heist in Southern France
Thieves have stolen four valuable Renoir paintings from a museum in southern France, valued at $10.5 million.
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Women and Children Remain Trapped in Syria's Roj Camp Amid Ongoing Crisis
Women and children continue to be trapped in Syria's Roj camp, facing severe humanitarian challenges.
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Renewed Fighting in Yemen Triggers Surge in Child Recruitment
The ongoing conflict in Yemen has led to an alarming increase in the recruitment of child soldiers by both government and Houthi forces.
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A Year After Protests, Nepal's Youth Reflect on Achievements and Challenges
One year after significant protests in Nepal, the youth reflect on the progress made towards their demands for change.
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Nigerian Comedian Lasisi Elenu Urges Urgent Healthcare Reforms Amid System Failures
Nigerian comedian Lasisi Elenu has openly criticised the nation’s healthcare system, highlighting how Nigerians frequently find themselves helpless when in urgent need of medical care.
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