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Saturday, 7th February, 2026

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NAF Mulls Structured Withdrawal of Firearms from Retiring Personnel

Terror Attack: Southern Govs Commiserate With Kwara, Call for Prosecution of Perpetrators

Funke Akindele Named Brand Ambassador for MonieWorld

Firm Unveils Exam-Prep App to Help Students Achieve Score of 350 and Above in JAMB

Latest Defence

NAF Mulls Structured Withdrawal of Firearms from Retiring Personnel

The Nigerian Air Force has begun a structured and lawful withdrawal of service firearms from retiring personnel to strengthen weapons accountability, enhance public safety and align veteran administration with international

Terror Attack: Southern Govs Commiserate With Kwara, Call for Prosecution of Perpetrators

Funke Akindele Named Brand Ambassador for MonieWorld

Firm Unveils Exam-Prep App to Help Students Achieve Score of 350 and Above in JAMB

Expert Urges Mining Sector to Adopt Petroleum Industry Act Model for Host Community Benefits

Road Projects: FG Summons China Harbour over Public Health Safety Issues

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Nestlé Nigeria Recognised by Customs for Supply Chain Security, Compliance Excellence

17:21, 7th Feb, 2026 by Ima Ekanem

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Kwara Attack: Shettima Leads FG Delegation To Condole With Victims

17:18, 7th Feb, 2026 by Ima Ekanem

Nigeria

Natasha Hails NAFDAC’s Fake Drug Bust, Demands Tougher, Sustained Crackdown

17:00, 7th Feb, 2026 by Ima Ekanem

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You Must Show Seriousness Before Flag-off, Otti Tells Aba Commercial Smart City Project Promoters

16:55, 7th Feb, 2026 by Ima Ekanem

Nigeria

AU Seeks Support of Nigerian Navy to Host Pan-African Naval Exercise in 2027

16:39, 7th Feb, 2026 by Ima Ekanem

Nigeria

Plateau Releases N817.5bn 2026 Budget, Prioritises Infrastructure, Human Capital

16:25, 7th Feb, 2026 by Ima Ekanem

NAF Mulls Structured Withdrawal of Firearms from Retiring Personnel

Terror Attack: Southern Govs Commiserate With Kwara, Call for Prosecution of Perpetrators

Funke Akindele Named Brand Ambassador for MonieWorld

Firm Unveils Exam-Prep App to Help Students Achieve Score of 350 and Above in JAMB

Expert Urges Mining Sector to Adopt Petroleum Industry Act Model for Host Community Benefits

Road Projects: FG Summons China Harbour over Public Health Safety Issues

Nestlé Nigeria Recognised by Customs for Supply Chain Security, Compliance Excellence

Kwara Attack: Shettima Leads FG Delegation To Condole With Victims

Natasha Hails NAFDAC’s Fake Drug Bust, Demands Tougher, Sustained Crackdown

You Must Show Seriousness Before Flag-off, Otti Tells Aba Commercial Smart City Project Promoters

AU Seeks Support of Nigerian Navy to Host Pan-African Naval Exercise in 2027

Plateau Releases N817.5bn 2026 Budget, Prioritises Infrastructure, Human Capital

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World Crafts Council Honours Runsewe

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Kwankwaso’s Pebbles Against S’Court Justices

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