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FG Releases Eight-Month CATA Payment for Academic Staff in Tertiary Institutions
The Federal Government has released funds for the payment of the Consolidated Academic Tools Allowance covering January to August 2026 for eligible academic staff in federal tertiary institutions.
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Nigerian Army Probes Captain Over Alleged Sexual Abuse of 13-Year-Old
The Nigerian Army has opened an investigation into an alleged sexual abuse case involving Captain Etim Essien, while civilian authorities in Taraba State are also examining the matter.
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Sokoto Cleric Musa Lukwa Stabbed After Friday Prayers, Suspected Attacker Killed
Sheikh Musa Lukwa was stabbed after leading Friday prayers at his mosque in Sokoto. Police said the suspected attacker was killed by worshippers as tension rose in the city.
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Police Arrest Woman Over Alleged Child Pornography in Anambra, Rescue Four Children
Police in Anambra have arrested 36-year-old Anulika Onyeanusia over an alleged child pornography case in Onitsha and rescued four children aged between two and nine.
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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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