Samuel Okechukwu Oruruo

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US Claims Biggest Terrorist Equipment Haul in Nigeria Since the 9/11 Attacks

The US-Nigeria counterterrorism operation has produced what American officials describe as the largest terrorist equipment haul in Nigeria since the 9/11 attacks, while eliminating senior ISIS and ISWAP commanders and dismantling militant infrastructure.

Burkina Faso France Diplomatic Ties Rupture as Paris Threatens Response

Burkina Faso has formally severed diplomatic relations with France, marking the sharpest break yet between Ouagadougou and its former colonial ruler. Paris says it is considering reciprocal measures as tensions over security, sovereignty, and foreign influence reshape the Sahel region.

How a UK-Funded Push to Fix WASH Systems Reached 320,000 Nigerians Across 2 States

More than 320,000 Nigerians now have improved water access following the UK-funded WASH Systems for Health programme, which also expanded sanitation coverage, strengthened financing, and drove policy reforms across Kano and Cross River States.

Venezuela Earthquake Kills 188 as Death Toll Feared to Reach Tens of Thousands

A devastating Venezuela earthquake has killed at least 188 people, injured more than 1,500 and left hundreds trapped beneath collapsed buildings. Authorities fear the death toll could rise sharply as rescue teams race against time amid widespread destruction across Caracas and La Guaira.

Oil Prices Now at Pre-War Levels, Yet Nigerians Still Pay N1,300 for Petrol

Oil prices now at pre-war levels following the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz and a sharp decline in crude benchmarks. However, Nigerians are still paying up to N1,300 per litre for petrol, raising questions about why global market gains have yet to reach consumers.

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Consulate Seeks Probe Into Deaths of 3 Nigerians in South Africa

Three Nigerians in South Africa died in separate incidents across Bloemfontein, Pretoria and Ekurhuleni within four days, prompting diplomatic intervention from Nigeria and renewed calls for thorough investigations into the circumstances surrounding their deaths.

AES Integration Expands as Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger Align Telecoms and Trade

AES integration is moving beyond military cooperation as Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger align telecommunications regulation, media governance and economic policies. New agreements suggest the Alliance of Sahel States is steadily building common institutions across the confederation.

Abeïbara Strike: Mali Claims 50 Fighters Killed in Kidal Operation

Mali's military says an Abeïbara strike killed at least 50 fighters in Kidal. Independent confirmation remains absent as analysts question casualty claims and the wider security situation.

CBN to Force Banks to Honour Domiciliary Account Withdrawals

The Central Bank of Nigeria is preparing measures to compel banks to honour domiciliary account withdrawals after complaints from customers who say they are being denied access to their foreign currency funds despite meeting account requirements.
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