Uber has ended its 12-year run in Nigeria, bringing its ride-hailing services in the country to a close on Wednesday, September 2, 2026, following a review of its business operations.
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Measles Outbreak Spreads Across 14 States as Nigeria Records 109 Deaths
Nigeria has recorded 109 deaths from measles in the first seven months of 2026, with thousands of confirmed infections reported across the country as health authorities continue efforts to contain outbreaks of the highly contagious disease.
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Ebola Crisis Deepens in DR Congo as Death Toll Surpasses 3,000
The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo has reached a critical point, with more than 3,000 people now confirmed dead as health authorities and international organisations intensify efforts to contain the rapidly expanding disease.
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Navy Intercepts 19 Bags of Suspected Cannabis, Transfers Consignment to NDLEA in Anambra
The Nigerian Navy has handed over 19 bags of suspected cannabis seized during a maritime security operation in Anambra State to the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) for further investigation and prosecution.
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Nigerian Army Warns Nigerians Against Fake 92 Regular Recruitment Notice
The Nigerian Army has warned Nigerians, particularly young people seeking military employment, to disregard a fake recruitment publication circulating on social media claiming that applications for the 92 Regular Recruitment Intake have commenced.
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NNPC Pumps ₦7.9tn Into Federation Account as July Revenue Hits ₦3.1tn
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited has transferred ₦7.913 trillion to the Federation Account within the first seven months of 2026, highlighting the oil company’s continued role in strengthening government revenue despite a decline in crude production.
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2027: Atiku’s Suit Against Tinubu’s Eligibility Suffers Setback, Court Adjourns Case
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar’s legal challenge to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s eligibility for the 2027 presidential election has suffered a setback, with the Federal High Court in Abuja moving the case to September 28 for further proceedings.
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2027 Elections: INEC Disowns Fake Ad-Hoc Staff Recruitment Portal, Warns Nigerians
The Independent National Electoral Commission has denied reports that it has commenced recruitment of ad-hoc staff for the 2027 general elections, warning Nigerians against a fake recruitment website currently circulating online.
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Petrol Hits ₦1,350/Litre in Abuja as Motorists Groan Over Fresh Price Hike
Motorists in Abuja are facing another increase in the price of Premium Motor Spirit, popularly known as petrol, with some filling stations in the Federal Capital Territory now selling the product for as much as ₦1,350 per litre
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70-Year-Old Man Arrested Over Alleged Defilement of 8-Year-Old Girl in Bauchi
The Bauchi State Police Command has arrested a 70-year-old man, identified as Usman Abubakar, over the alleged defilement of an eight-year-old girl in the Tsakanin Bayara area of Bauchi metropolis. The suspect was arrested following a complaint lodged by the girl’s 48-year-old father at the ‘E’ Division of the Nigeria Police Force in Yelwa on...