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- 1Nigeria and Boko Haram reportedly agree secret three-month ceasefire●Nigeria, Boko Haram reportedly reach secret three-month ceasefire
Nigeria and the armed group Boko Haram have reportedly reached a secret three-month ceasefire, according to a report cited by Genocide Watch. If confirmed, the deal would mark a significant pause in a conflict that has devastated northeast Nigeria for over a decade. Details of the agreement, including who brokered it and what each side receives, remain undisclosed, and there has been no formal confirmation from Nigerian authorities.
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A diphtheria outbreak in Nigeria's Plateau State has killed 31 people, according to local reports. Health authorities are facing renewed concern over diphtheria in Nigeria, where past outbreaks have strained vaccination coverage and treatment capacity. Attention is focused on containment efforts and how quickly affected communities can be reached with vaccines and medical support.
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Coastal communities in Nigeria face growing threats from rising sea levels, according to DW reporting. Erosion, flooding and saltwater intrusion endanger homes and livelihoods along the Gulf of Guinea, where many residents live in low-lying areas. The report adds Nigeria to the list of countries most exposed to climate-driven sea level rise, a topic gaining urgency as global emissions and ocean levels continue to climb.
- 4Dangote hires refinery engineers for new Kenya crude plant●Aliko Dangote, Africa’s richest person, has hired the engineers that built his Lagos refinery to work on the new crude p
Aliko Dangote, Africa's richest person, has hired the engineers who built his Lagos refinery to work on a new crude processing plant in Kenya, with construction expected to begin this month. The move extends his refining ambitions beyond Nigeria, and observers are watching whether the project can replicate the scale and impact of his Lagos facility on East Africa's fuel supply.
- 5Shettima urges permanent African seat on UN Security Council●Shettima calls for permanent African representation on the UN Security Council — Premium Times Nigeria
Nigerian Vice President Kashim Shettima has called for permanent African representation on the United Nations Security Council, arguing the continent deserves a standing voice in the body that decides on global peace and security. Africa currently holds only non-permanent, rotating seats despite being frequently affected by Council decisions. The demand renews a long-running reform push backed by many African governments.
- 6Nigeria Moves to Strengthen Forensic Engineering After 321 Collapse Deaths▼321 Deaths From Building Collapses Push Nigeria to Strengthen Forensic Engineering
Nigeria is moving to strengthen forensic engineering after 321 people died in building collapses. The reported death toll has drawn attention to weak construction oversight and structural failures across the country, with calls for better investigation of collapsed buildings and stricter enforcement of building codes to prevent future disasters in the housing and real estate sector.
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The Nigeria Correctional Service says it has contained a cholera outbreak at the Kano custodial centre. No details were given on the number of cases or hospitalisations. Cholera remains a recurring public health risk in Nigeria, particularly in crowded facilities, and outbreaks in custodial centres raise concerns about sanitation, water safety and access to medical care for inmates.
- 8Nigeria's Public Debt Rises to ₦166.79 Trillion▼Nigeria’s Debt Climbs to ₦166.79tn, Putting Focus on Infrastructure and Housing Finance
Nigeria's total public debt has climbed to ₦166.79 trillion, drawing attention to how the country will finance infrastructure and housing. Analysts and property sector commentators say the rising debt burden puts pressure on government budgets, potentially limiting public investment in roads, utilities and affordable housing, and increasing reliance on private capital and mortgage finance to close the country's housing gap.
- 9What #EndSARS left behind in Nigeria's young generation●What #EndSARS left behind in Nigeria: A generation caught between protest, politics, and departure
Five years after the #EndSARS protests against police brutality, Nigeria's young activists are described as a generation caught between continued political engagement and growing plans to leave the country. The movement, which peaked in October 2020 with mass demonstrations and the Lekki tollgate shootings, has faded as organised protest, but its legacy shapes debates about governance, youth disillusionment, and emigration driven by economic hardship and insecurity.
- 10Nigeria seen hitting 5% growth as Kenya faces rate hikes▼COMMENT: Nigeria heads for 5% growth as Kenya faces rate hikes, Capital Economics says
Capital Economics forecasts Nigeria's economy growing at around 5%, while Kenya is expected to face further interest rate increases. The contrasting outlook highlights diverging monetary pressures across Africa's major economies, with Nigeria's expansion outpacing Kenya's as East Africa grapples with inflation and tighter policy.
- 11Nigerian Pastor Cited by Trump Buries Members Amid Killings▼Nigerian Pastor Referenced by Trump Buries Members Amid Ongoing Killings
A Nigerian pastor who was publicly referenced by Donald Trump has buried members of his congregation as killings continue in the region. The deaths add to ongoing violence affecting Christian communities in Nigeria, which has drawn international attention and criticism over the government's handling of the security crisis.
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Six inmates have died within a single week at a prison in Kano, Nigeria, in what authorities suspect is a cholera outbreak. Health officials are working to confirm the cause and contain the spread of the disease within the facility, which has raised concerns about overcrowding, sanitation and access to medical care for detainees.
- 13SERAP demands CBN explain missing ₦1.63 trillion▼SERAP seeks explanation from CBN over ₦1.63 trillion and $6.23 million
Nigeria's Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has asked the Central Bank of Nigeria to account for ₦1.63 trillion and $6.23 million. The group is seeking a public explanation of how the funds were managed, pressing the apex bank for transparency over public money. The demand puts the CBN under fresh scrutiny over its financial stewardship and accountability to Nigerian citizens.
- 14Nigeria's 100,000-Home Drive Creates Construction Jobs▼Nigeria’s 100,000-Home Drive Opens New Jobs Across Construction Value Chain
Nigeria's programme to build 100,000 homes is generating new employment opportunities across the construction value chain, from materials supply and manufacturing to building trades and site services. The housing drive is being closely watched as both a response to the country's housing deficit and a source of large-scale job creation for workers, suppliers and contractors nationwide.
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Two inmates have died following a cholera outbreak at a custodial centre in Kano, Nigeria. The deaths were reported by Punch Newspapers, which says the outbreak has raised fresh concern about health and sanitation conditions in Nigerian detention facilities. Details on the number of other inmates affected or the response by authorities remain limited, but the report is drawing attention to overcrowding and disease risks in the country's prisons.
- 16Tombo people demand action over persistent terror killings in Benue▼Terror attacks: Tombo people demand urgent action as killings persist in Benue
The Tombo community in Benue State, Nigeria, has called for urgent government intervention as terrorist attacks and killings continue in their area. The appeal, reported by Vanguard News, underscores growing frustration among local residents over persistent insecurity in the state, which has suffered repeated attacks on rural communities.
- 17Cholera Outbreak at Kurmawa Prison Contained After Two Deaths▼Kurmawa Prison Cholera Outbreak Contained After Two Deaths — NCoS
Nigeria Correctional Service says a cholera outbreak at Kurmawa Prison in Kano has been contained after claiming the lives of two inmates. Officials report the situation is now under control, with measures taken to stop further spread within the facility. The outbreak has raised concerns about health and sanitation conditions in the country's detention centres.
- 18Cholera outbreak kills two inmates in Kano custodial facility●NCoS contains outbreak, deploys medical team as cholera kills two in Kano facility
Two people have died in a cholera outbreak at a custodial facility in Kano, Nigeria. The Nigerian Correctional Service says it has contained the outbreak and deployed a medical team to the facility to treat those affected and prevent further spread. Health authorities are monitoring the situation amid concerns about disease control in custodial centres.
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Nigeria against Sierra Leone is drawing search interest, likely tied to a football fixture between the two West African nations. The Super Eagles and the Leone Stars have met in qualifiers before, and any new meeting tends to spark attention among Nigerian fans tracking the team's progress. Details of the match result or date remain limited.
- 20Nigeria Needs More Funds to Finish Border Demarcation, NBC Says▼More Funding Needed to Complete Nigeria’s International Border Demarcation, NBC Says
The National Boundary Commission of Nigeria says additional funding is required to complete the demarcation of the country's international borders. The agency has been working to delimit and demarcate Nigeria's boundaries with its neighbours, a process that affects security, trade and border communities. The funding appeal highlights ongoing budgetary constraints slowing completion of the long-running demarcation effort.
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Nigeria has started a review of its Child Rights Act, the landmark law adopted in 2003 to protect children's rights, including education, health and protection from exploitation and abuse. After more than two decades, officials and child-rights advocates are examining whether the legislation still reflects current realities, enforcement gaps and the challenges facing Nigerian children today.
- 22NCoS Says Only Two Died In Kano Prison Cholera Outbreak●Only 2 Died In Kano Prison Cholera Outbreak, Says NCoS
The Nigeria Correctional Service says a cholera outbreak at a custodial facility in Kano claimed the lives of only two inmates, downplaying reports of a larger death toll. The service's statement comes amid public concern over health conditions in the country's overcrowded detention centres, with commentators questioning sanitation and medical care for prisoners.
- 23Nigeria's biggest cable maker seeks cheaper state credit▼Nigeria's biggest cable maker wants cheaper state credit
Nigeria's largest cable manufacturer is calling for access to cheaper credit from the state, arguing that high borrowing costs are holding back its operations and expansion. The company wants better financing terms to support production in a challenging economic environment. The appeal highlights a broader complaint among Nigerian manufacturers about expensive loans and limited access to affordable funding.
- 24Armed Group Advances Toward Barkin Ladi–Mangu Corridor in Nigeria▼Large Armed Group Advancing Toward Barkin Ladi–Mangu Corridor; Threat Assessed as Imminent
A large armed group is reported to be advancing toward the Barkin Ladi–Mangu corridor in Plateau State, Nigeria, with the threat assessed as imminent. The area has a history of deadly communal and militia violence. Residents face heightened fears of an attack as security forces' response remains unclear.
- 25Sani says nutrition is central to human capital development▼Nutrition is central to human capital development – Sani
Sani stated that nutrition is central to human capital development, according to Business News Nigeria. The remark underscores the argument that adequate nutrition underpins health, education outcomes and economic productivity, making it a priority for development policy. No further details about the remarks or the occasion were provided in the available report.
- 26Foundation sensitises Ogun parents on positive parenting to curb child abuse▼Child abuse: Foundation sensitises parents on positive parenting in Ogun
A foundation in Ogun State, Nigeria, has held a sensitisation programme for parents on positive parenting practices as a way to tackle child abuse. The initiative encourages parents to adopt non-violent, supportive approaches to raising children instead of harmful disciplinary methods.