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Boko Haram Strengthens Presence in Niger State, As Explosives Kill Three, Injure Four Locals

[Premium Times] Between February and December this year, there were at least six IED attacks. One of the incidents forced the military to withdraw soldiers from the Allawa garrison town. PREMIUM TIMES understands that Boko Haram insurgents are camping in the Maganda and Kugu axes of the Allawa forest reserve.

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Jigawa Court Sentences Two Kidnappers to Death

[Premium Times] The condemned men were arrested in June 2021 and prosecuted with others now at large.

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Yuletide - Police Issue Safety Tips for Abuja Residents

[Premium Times] The police said it will intensify patrols and vigilance throughout the festive season to ensure a safe environment.

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Despite LG Autonomy, Nigerian Governor Spends Millions On Vehicles for Council Officials

[Premium Times] "I can't say that the fund came from there, but I know they may have come from there as well."

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UAE Introduces 5-Year Residency Visa for Expatriate Retirees

[Leadership] The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has announced new regulations allowing expatriate retirees aged 55 and above to apply for a 5-year residency visa.

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Tems' Debut Album Makes Billboard's Best R&b Albums of 2024 List

[Premium Times] 'Born in the Wild' and "Love Me JeJe" also earned her 2025 Grammy nominations for Best Global Music Album and Best African Music Performance, respectively.

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NLC to Nigerian Govt - Address Cash Scarcity Urgently

[Premium Times] Mr Ajaero said that the NEC in-session had expressed concern over the persistent cash scarcity in Nigeria.

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Why CBN Set N100,000 Daily Withdrawal Limit On Pos Terminals

[Vanguard] The Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN, has explained the introduction of a N100,000 daily withdrawal limit on point-of-sales, PoS, terminals as part of efforts to promote a cashless economy.

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Raining Curses On Someone Online Is Criminal Offence - Police

[Vanguard] The Public Relations Officer of the Nigeria Police Force, Olumuyiwa Adejobi, has stated that directing curses at individuals online constitutes a criminal offense punishable under the law.

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'I'm Heartbroken', Atiku Mourns Ibadan Stampede Victims

[Daily Trust] Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has mourned the victims of the stampede at a funfair event organised for children in the Bashorun area of Ibadan, the Oyo state capital.

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