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U.S. warns citizens against travel to Nigeria over kidnapping, poor healthcare

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The United States government has issued a renewed travel advisory urging its citizens to reconsider plans to visit Nigeria, citing rising insecurity, terrorism, kidnapping, and inadequate healthcare services across the country. The advisory, published by the U.S. Mission in Nigeria, categorizes Nigeria as a “Level 3” risk destination — the second-highest threat level — and warns that “all locations carry significant security risks.” According to the statement, violent crimes such as armed robbery, kidnapping for ransom, carjackings, and assaults are widespread. Dual nationals and wealthy individuals, especially Americans, are frequent…

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Polaris Bank empowers, impact over 3000 Youths in Ajegunle Community and environs at 2025 Maracana Children’s Fest

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Polaris Bank, a leading digital commercial institution in Nigeria, proudly supported the 2025 Maracana Children’s Fest, a transformative grassroots event promoted by Nathaniel Idowu Foundation held at the iconic Maracana Stadium in Ajegunle, Lagos. The event, which brought together over 3,000 primary and secondary school pupils, students, their families, and community leaders, highlighted the bank’s commitment to youth development and social inclusion. The festival celebrated youth empowerment through sports, creativity, and community engagement. Polaris Bank provided vital support to the event, including contributions to meals, palliative food packages and assorted…

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Army arrests 183 suspected internet fraudsters, cultist in Delta raid

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The Nigerian Army has arrested 183 suspected internet fraudsters and a cultist during a raid operation in Warri and its environs, Delta State. According to a statement signed by Captain Iliyasu Bawa Rijau, Acting Assistant Director, Army Public Relations, 63 Brigade, the operation was conducted on July 19, 2025, by troops of Headquarters 63 Brigade and Sector 1, Joint Task Force, South-South, Operation Delta Safe (OPDS), following credible intelligence on the criminal activities in the area. The 183 suspects, all males between the ages of 16 and 29, were apprehended…

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Nigeria’s Out-of-School Children Now 18.95 Million — UNICEF

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The number of out-of-school children in Nigeria has risen to a staggering 18.95 million, according to new figures released by the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF). The data was disclosed during an orientation meeting with traditional leaders in Numan, Adamawa State, organized by UNICEF’s Bauchi Field Office in collaboration with the Global Partnership for Education (GPE) and the Adamawa State Ministry of Education. Speaking at the event, UNICEF Education Specialist, Abdulrahman Ado, described the figure as alarming and called for urgent intervention to reverse the trend. He said the orientation…

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Students, Alumni Protest Renaming of UNIMAID After Buhari, Launch Petition

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Thousands of Nigerians, including students, alumni, and concerned residents of Borno State, have rejected President Bola Tinubu’s proposal to rename the University of Maiduguri (UNIMAID) after former President Muhammadu Buhari. The renaming was announced during an expanded Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting held at the Presidential Villa in Abuja last Thursday, where Tinubu said the change was intended to honour Buhari’s contributions to national development. But the announcement has since drawn widespread backlash, especially from the university community and indigenes of Maiduguri, who argue that the institution’s name carries historical…

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Woman Commits Suicide Inside MFM Prayer City Church in Ogun

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A 41-year-old woman, identified as Benita Lurk Ikuenobe, has reportedly taken her own life inside the auditorium of the Mountain of Fire and Miracles Ministries (MFM) Prayer City, located along the Lagos–Ibadan Expressway. The incident occurred on Friday, July 18, 2025, and was discovered early that morning by security personnel. According to reports, the church’s Chief Security Officer, Esiere Ekikere, was alerted around 7:20 a.m. after worshippers found the woman lying motionless inside the prayer hall. An empty container of a suspected pesticide was found beside her, raising suspicion of…

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Fidelity Bank to Empower 100 SMEs Across Nigeria with Digital Tools

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As part of its unwavering commitment to digitally transform Nigeria’s small and medium-scale enterprises (SMEs), leading financial institution Fidelity Bank is set to empower entrepreneurs across the country with cutting-edge digital tools designed to streamline operations, boost productivity, and drive sustainable growth. Through the Fidelity SME Empowerment Program (FSEP), the bank will equip 100 growth-ready entrepreneurs with a comprehensive digital toolkit that includes: a POS desktop system, access to ERPRev software, receipt printer & barcode scanner; inventory & management tools. business training and support; free fidelity pos with branding and…

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Court Orders Arrest of Woman Over False Child Sex Abuse Allegation Against Ex-Husband

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A Lagos High Court has issued a bench warrant for the arrest of one Rahmat Omolara Animashaun over allegedly fabricating claims of child sexual abuse against her ex-husband, Adewale Olatunji. Justice I.O. Harrison issued the warrant following Animashaun’s failure to appear before the court on July 9, 2025, in a criminal case (LD/25997C/25) filed by the Lagos State Government. The arrest order was based on legal advice from the Directorate of Public Prosecutions (DPP), Lagos State Ministry of Justice, which recommended her prosecution on charges including perjury, false accusation, giving…

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Union Bank marks decade-high staff promotion rate for outstanding performance

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Union Bank of Nigeria Plc, a leading institution in the Nigerian financial sector, has concluded its annual staff assessment and performance evaluation exercise, resulting in the promotion of approximately 24 percent of its employees, the highest promotion rate recorded by the Bank in the past 10 years. This milestone reflects Union Bank’s enduring commitment to recognising and rewarding excellence, nurturing talent, and fostering a high-performance culture. Promotions were awarded across various departments to employees who consistently demonstrated outstanding achievement, integrity and dedication to the Bank’s values and growth objectives. Commenting…

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Kemi Badenoch Vows Stricter Citizenship Rules for Nigerians in UK

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UK Conservative Party leader, Kemi Badenoch, has pledged to tighten the process for Nigerians seeking British citizenship, declaring that it has become “too easy” to acquire under current immigration policies. Speaking during an interview with CNN on Sunday, Badenoch criticized what she described as the UK’s lenient system, particularly in contrast to Nigeria’s immigration approach. “Loads of Nigerians come to the UK and stay for a relatively free period of time, acquiring British citizenship. We need to stop being naive,” she said. “That is why under my leadership, we now…

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