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Abia State Government House in Umuahia, with officials discussing tax reforms
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Abia Defends Tax Reforms, Says Automation Aims for Transparency

Abia State Government says its tax administration reforms are for transparency, not a tax hike.

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Trucks parked outside Onne Port gates, with port cranes in background
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Truckers Shun NPA Parks at Onne Port, Delaying Cargo Evacuation

Truckers at Onne Port are refusing to use NPA-provided truck parks, causing delays and challenges for port management and the host community.

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ASUU members at a congress meeting in Kaduna discussing lecturers' resignation
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ASUU: Over 200 Lecturers Quit Kaduna University Over Poor Pay

ASUU says over 200 lecturers have left a Kaduna university due to poor pay, threatening an indefinite strike.

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Residents gather near damaged homes after gunmen attack in Binper, Plateau State
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Gunmen Attack Plateau Community, Kill Several Residents

Gunmen attacked Binper in Mangu LGA, Plateau State, killing several and injuring others, residents report.

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Daniel Bwala speaking at a press briefing in Abuja
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Bwala: Onaiyekan Speaks for Catholics, Not All Christians

Presidential aide Daniel Bwala says Cardinal Onaiyekan's remarks reflect Catholic views, not the entire Christian community.

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Young Nigerians at a community meeting in Ogun State discussing governance
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Ogun Aide: Youth Engagement Key to Inclusive Governance

Abiodun's aide says youth engagement is critical for inclusive governance and community development in Ogun State.

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Katsina police officers at a checkpoint with seized weapons
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Police Foil Bandit Attack in Katsina, Recover AK-47

Katsina police thwart a bandit attack on Sabon Gulbi Village, killing one attacker and recovering arms.

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Lagos Airport Terminal 2 exterior with passengers and aircraft visible.
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FAAN: No Fire at Lagos Airport Terminal 2, Operations Resume

FAAN clarifies smoke at Lagos Airport Terminal 2 was from fire suppression system, operations back to normal.

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Shehu Sani speaking at a press conference in Abuja
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Shehu Sani: Catholic Bishops Have Long History of Speaking Truth to Power

Former Senator Shehu Sani says Catholic Bishops have never been partisan, amid debate over Cardinal Onaiyekan's remarks on Tinubu's government.

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SERAP logo or a police station in Nigeria
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SERAP Urges Tinubu to Probe N6.79bn Police Funds Diversion

SERAP asks President Tinubu to investigate alleged diversion of N6.79bn police funds and missing firearms, citing Auditor-General's report.

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Governor Abba Yusuf speaking at a public event in Kano State
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Kano Governor Defends Land Allocation to Tackle Housing Deficit

Governor Abba Yusuf says land allocations aim to reduce housing deficit and empower citizens.

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LAWMA officials sealing a shop in Lagos over waste disposal
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LAWMA Shops Sealed Over Waste Disposal in Lagos

LAWMA seals shops along Tejuosho-Ojuelegba corridor for indiscriminate waste disposal.

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Vice President Shettima speaking at a podium in Jos, Nigeria
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Shettima Urges Plateau Residents to Reject Ethnic Profiling

VP Shettima calls for unity at ex-Gov Jonah David's 80th birthday in Jos.

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SERAP logo and Nigerian flag, symbolizing accountability and anti-corruption efforts
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SERAP Urges Tinubu to Probe Missing ₦6.79bn Public Funds

SERAP asks Tinubu to investigate alleged diversion of ₦6.79bn public funds, urging AGF, IGP, anti-corruption agencies to act.

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