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NIGERIA NEWS
#TakeItBack Movement stages nationwide protests over hardship and insecurity
Protesters hit Lagos, Abuja and other cities over worsening economic hardship, inflation, insecurity and what organizers called political repression under the President Bola Tinubu administration
EFCC freezes Osun State Government bank accounts ahead of governorship election
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission froze Osun State Government accounts just days to the August 15 governorship election. Attorney-General Oluwole Jimi-Bada said the state received notice from its banker and has challenged the directive at the Federal High Court
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Dangote refinery reduces PMS and diesel ex-depot prices
Dangote Petroleum Refinery announced a reduction in ex-depot prices of Premium Motor Spirit and Automotive Gas Oil effective Thursday August 6. The refinery said the move reaffirms commitment to affordable, high-quality petroleum products
Businessman tells Reps committee he paid 400 million naira to PFIPC DG for contract
Gbenga Collins told the House of Representatives Ad Hoc Committee investigating PFIPC that he paid money to embattled DG Adeniyi Adeyemi to facilitate a contract award. He said he was received in Abuja in an atmosphere befitting a government agency head
Police arrest suspects in intelligence-led operations across states
Police said operatives of the Violent Crime Response Unit and divisional formations carried out arrests through intelligence-led operations targeting violent crime
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PFN vows to resist ban on preaching in commercial buses
The Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria said believers will continue evangelising in buses even if laws are enforced to stop them
AFRICA NEWS
Operation Hadin Kai declares ISWAP commanders wanted
The military declared ISWAP Wali Abu Musa Al-Mangawi Baa Shuwa, Deputy Amirul Jaish Muhammad Jidda, and Amirul-Fiya Hamad Abu Hanifa wanted over terrorism activities in the North East
Super Falcons thrash Egypt to qualify for WAFCON quarter-finals
The Super Falcons produced a dominant attacking display to defeat Egypt in Casablanca, sealing qualification for the quarter-finals of the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations
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INTERNATIONAL & GLOBAL NEWS
Trump says Strait of Hormuz deal could come soon but warns Iran
US President Donald Trump said a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz could come soon but warned Iran it would face severe consequences if negotiations fall through
FIFA secretary-general’s leaked email criticises stake sale plan
An internal email from FIFA’s secretary-general Mattias Grafstrom criticising a proposed FIFA stake sale was leaked on Tuesday, sparking debate within football governance
STOCK EXCHANGE & ECONOMY
Oil and gas companies drive capital market with strong H1 profits
Four oil and gas companies posted a combined profit after tax in the first half of 2026, up significantly from the same period in 2025. Analysts say the sector is strengthening its position as a key driver of the capital market
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Dangote refinery expansion plans boost investor confidence
The refinery’s planned IPO and price reductions are seen as moves to expand capacity and stabilize fuel supply nationwide
Naira trades around 1,361 to the dollar
The naira held around 1,361.47 to one US dollar in official trading as markets monitor FX reforms and oil sector performance
NGX sustains gains on energy sector rally
The Nigerian Exchange continued to benefit from strong earnings in the energy sector, with investors watching oil price movements and corporate results
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ENTERTAINMENT
Nigerian film industry mourns Yoruba actress Temitope Osoba
The Nigerian film industry is in mourning following the death of Yoruba actress Temitope Osoba, popularly known as Tope Osoba. Tributes have poured in from colleagues and fans
Miu Miu campaign featuring Coco Gauff sparks conversation on natural hair
Tennis star Coco Gauff’s fronting of Miu Miu’s new campaign centring natural hair continues to generate buzz in fashion and entertainment circles
SPORTS
Super Falcons book WAFCON quarter-final spot with big win
Nigeria’s Super Falcons advanced to the quarter-finals of the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations after a dominant win over Egypt in Morocco
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Commonwealth Games Glasgow 2026: Team Nigeria eyes more medals
Team Nigeria athletes continue competition in Glasgow with focus on athletics and other events as the games progress
Vincent Kompany questions handball rule after Bayern Champions League exit
Bayern Munich coach Vincent Kompany criticised handball rule interpretation following Bayern’s exit from the Champions League
Sporting Lagos celebrate NNL Super Four title
Sporting Lagos were crowned NNL Super Four champions after final day drama, with the club hailing the win as a boost for Lagos football
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AFN names squad for African Athletics Championship
The Athletics Federation of Nigeria unveiled its squad for the upcoming African Senior Athletics Championship, with top stars included
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