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Nigeria Steps Up Evacuation Plans as Anti-Immigration Protests Escalate in South Africa

Third Evacuation Flight Planned Amid Renewed Xenophobic TensionsAnietie Udobit, AbujaThe Federal Government has intensified contingency measures for Nigerian nationals living in South Africa following a fresh wave of anti-immigration protests that has heightened concerns over the safety of foreign residents.Officials at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs confirmed that arrangements are

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Naira Strengthens in Parallel Market as Investors Watch for Sustained Economic Stability

Currency Appreciation Offers Hope, But Analysts Urge Caution Amid Structural ChallengesAnietie Udobit, AbujaNigeria's currency recorded modest gains in the parallel foreign exchange market, appreciating to approximately ₦1,385 per United States dollar, providing cautious optimism for businesses, importers and financial market participants.The appreciation follows recent monetary measures implemented by the Central

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Communal Violence Claims Lives in Niger State as Police Foil Armed Attack on National Policy Institute

Anietie Udobit, AbujaNigeria's security challenges extended beyond insurgency this week as violent communal clashes in Niger State claimed several lives, while security operatives successfully prevented an attempted armed attack on one of the country's foremost strategic policy institutions.According to local authorities, fighting erupted between rival communities following long-standing disputes believed

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Federal High Court Affirms David Mark-Led ADC Leadership as Obasanjo Warns Against Divisive Politics

Anietie Udobit, AbujaNigeria's evolving political landscape recorded two significant developments as the Federal High Court in Abuja affirmed the legitimacy of the Senator David Mark-led leadership of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), while former President Olusegun Obasanjo issued a passionate warning against actions capable of pushing the country toward another

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