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DSS Nabs, Charges Suspects Over 2023 Killing of Four Soldiers in Delta

Daily Dispatch February 9, 2026

The Department of State Services (DSS) has arrested and arraigned two suspects in connection with the 2023 killing of four soldiers in Ashaka Aboh, Ndokwa East Local Government Area of Delta State. Security sources disclosed that the suspects, identified as Ufuoma Sunday James and Lawrence

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Reps to Strengthen EFCC, NFIU for Effective Service Delivery

Daily Dispatch February 9, 2026

The House of Representatives on Monday reaffirmed its determination to strengthen institutions charged with combating financial crimes, with a view to achieving more impactful results that will enhance Nigeria’s standing on the global stage. The Chairman of the House Committee on Financial Crimes, Hon. Ginger Onwusibe, made the pledge during a 2026 budget defence session

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South Africa controls over 95% of Africa’s $29bn REIT Market – Report

Daily Dispatch February 9, 2026

South Africa dominates the continent’s Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT) landscape, accounting for over 95% of Africa’s estimated $29 billion market. The disclosure comes from a recent report by Fortren & Company titled “Insider Look at Africa’s $30 Billion REIT Market.” The report highlights the significant concentration of listed property assets within South

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Tinubu Meets Wike, Fubara, Rivers Leaders Amid Political Tension

Daily Dispatch February 9, 2026

President Bola Tinubu on Monday night held a closed-door meeting with the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike; Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara; and other political leaders from Rivers State at the Presidential Villa, Aso Rock, Abuja. Details of the meeting were not officially disclosed as of press time. However, the meeting is […]

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Tinubu Vows Nigeria Will Defeat Terrorism, Banditry

Daily Dispatch February 9, 2026

President Bola Tinubu has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to ending terrorism and banditry in Nigeria, describing the security challenges as unacceptable and alien to the country’s values. The President spoke on Monday while declaring open the Second National Economic Council (NEC) Conference at the State House Conference Centre, Abuja. He assured Nigerians that

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Cambridge University Hands Over 116 Benin Artefacts to Nigeria

Daily Dispatch February 9, 2026

Cambridge University in the United Kingdom has transferred legal ownership of 116 Benin artefacts held at its Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology (MAA) to Nigeria’s National Commission for Museums and Monuments (NCMM). The university said the decision represents a significant step in confronting the legacy of colonial-era appropriation of cultural property. The