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NEWS HEADLINES 07 JUN 26

NATIONAL

Dasuki Trial: Co-defendant admits writing EFCC statement voluntarily. 

Senator Goje Hails Tinubu Over N1.245 trillion Gombe-Biu Highway Approval. 

Umahi applauds progress on Mararaba-Keffi road, urges prompt funding. 

Nigeria ranks third worldwide in female genital mutilation.  

PRP affirms Donald Duke as presidential candidate. 

60 Years After, Aguiyi-Ironsi Family Hails Fajuyi. 

Xenophobia: Screening of Nigerians for S’Africa evacuation ends today – FG. 

El-Rufai denied medical care despite eye condition in ICPC custody, aide alleges. 

Why FG should wade into festering Abia, A’Ibom boundary dispute now — Abonta. 

House of Reps spouses canvass stronger collaboration for women’s inclusion. 

FG pushes digital inclusion drive as 3,700 girls showcase innovation. 

Those hoping to benefit from Obi popularity could be shock says Ezeh. 

World Environment Day: NIEE seeks stronger action against flooding, poor waste management. 

Culture May Be One of Nigeria’s Most Undervalued Development Assets. 

Sahara Group Foundation Extends Recycling Solutions to Northern Nigeria with Masaka Hub. 

PDP Urges NBA, LPDC to Sanction Lawyers for allegedly Twisting Court Verdict. 

Engineers urge govt. to prioritise diesel price relief for productive sectors. 

Illegal Mining a Major Threat to Nigeria’s Economy, Security — NYC. 

Ex-defence spokesman’s abductors demand release of members, seized livestock. 

In New Video, Abducted General, Wife Beg Gov’t For Rescue.


BUSINESS

CBN unveils new FX guidelines, approves cash movement of $50,000. 

MTN commits N1tr to network upgrade, claims 100% service unrealistic. 

Sovereign Trust meets NAICOM deadline, deposits N1.5bn with CBN. 

Seme border stakeholders seek review of vehicle import ban. 

Govt tasked on green port, improved welfare for dockworkers. 


ACROSS THE STATES

NIS Lagos command recognises insurer for products growth, service efficiency.  

Oyo Abductions: Questions Nigerians are asking. 

Oyo expresses concern over WAEC delays in year 2026 exam conduct. 

Delta Emerges Among Nigeria’s Best Governed States Under Oborevwori. 

13,000 Tramadol Sachets Recovered as Police Arrest Three in Delta. 

Police restore calm after false Bayelsa bandit alarm.   

Cross River students make top three at national girls in ICT challenge. 

Soludo’s urban renewal drive:deepens with enforcement of demolition of over 500 property. 

Toops rescue two kidnap victims in Kwara. 

Army rescues 23 kidnap victims after fierce pursuit in Kogi. 

Natasha mobilises Kogi voters ahead of July 10 deadline. 

Troops neutralise bandits, dismantle hideouts in Sokoto. 


HUMAN ANGLE

Revealed: Hideouts of terrorists in Yorubaland. 

Kumuyi @85: Discipline, distinctives and disquisitions. 

New tech detects bacteria on smartphone screen in just 5 mins. 

False Kidnap Alarm Sparks Attack On Okada Rider In Ondo. 

Adekunle Gold hosts dinner to celebrate new deal. 

Armed herdsmen have established ‘Sambisa Forest’ in Benue South – Kidnap victim. 

Boy, 17, killed in EFCC operation, mother cries for justice. 

Abia community protests as police arrest man for raping nine-year-old. 

The other side of Bimbo Ademoye: From ‘innocent’ to bold, rebranded looks.  

Filmhouse Announces Winner of Skit2Screen Season 2 Talent Discovery Initiative. 

Linda Ejiofor-Suleiman: “Advice that shaped my career”. 

9-year-old Adedoyin Shanu inspires children to stand against bullying.  

Musicians must reflect reality — Charly Boy. 

Escaped cybercrime suspect dies after gun battle with EFCC operatives.  

How Telegram’s regulatory failures, misinformation fuel prostitution in Nigeria. 


INTERNATIONAL

Catholic bishop shot dead in Mozambique. 

Ukrainian drones target St Petersburg in attack Russia calls 'unprecedented'. 

Hegseth attacks Europe over 'invasion' of migrants on its beaches in D-Day speech. 

Pope begins Spain visit with praise for country's opposition to war and support for migrants. 

US and Iran exchange strikes in Gulf in latest test of ceasefire. 


SPORTS

2026 World Cup: Nigerian stars set to shine on global stage. 

Govt, Allen Onyema to immortalise Stephen Keshi. 

Meet the shortest player heading to 2026 World Cup. 

Argentina centre-back Balerdi out of World Cup. 

Iran’s World Cup team must enter, leave US on match day – Tehran. 

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