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1154 articles in the Truth Foundry index. Each links out to the original.

• Nigeria's FG Clarifies No Raw Cocoa Export Ban Despite President Tinubu's Push for Local Processing · Nigeria's Agriculture Minister confirms raw cocoa exports remain allowed while the government pushes for domestic value addition.
• Retired Maj.-Gen. Abdullahi Maikano Named Acting Commander General of Nigeria's Civilian JTF · Nigeria's Civilian Joint Task Force appoints retired Maj.-Gen. Abdullahi Maikano as new acting Commander General.
• Enugu State Govt Distributes Uniforms to Smart Green School Pupils in Igbo-Eze South · Enugu State's Universal Basic Education Board distributed uniforms to pupils at Smart Green School in Igbo-Eze South on July 16.
• NBA Presidential Election: Badejo-Okusanya Leads Early Amid Cyberattack Controversy · Oyinkansola Badejo-Okusanya, the only female NBA presidential candidate, leads with 45.18% of votes, while controversies over a cyberattack and technical issues overshadow the election.
• Nigerian Group Accuses INEC of Defying Court Order on Party Registration · Citizens Democratic Alliance accuses INEC of ignoring a Federal High Court ruling to register it as a political party.
• Abuja Court Dismisses Wabara Faction Suit Seeking INEC Recognition for PDP · Federal High Court rejects Wabara-led PDP faction lawsuit against INEC over leadership recognition.
• Lasaco Assurance Returns to Profit with N384.9 Million Half-Year Earnings · Lasaco Assurance posted N384.9 million profit for the first half after a N731.5 million loss the prior year, driven by cost cuts.
• Islamic Sermon Details Destructive Levels of Hasad Envy in Muslim Community · Murtadha Gusau's Friday sermon explains the three escalating levels of hasad-envy and prescribes Islamic remedies including gratitude and du'a.
• Bauchi 2027 Governorship Race Pits Five Experienced Candidates Against Incumbent's Record · Five candidates with prior governance roles contest Bauchi's 2027 governorship, prompting questions about continuity under Governor Bala Mohammed.
• NEMA Receives 1,516 Nigerians Voluntarily Repatriated from South Africa · NEMA coordinated the reception of 1,516 Nigerians voluntarily repatriated from South Africa between June 11 and July 15.
• Nigeria to Commission 11 Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Projects in 2026 · Nigeria's federal government will commission at least 11 pharmaceutical manufacturing projects in 2026 to expand local drug production and health security.
• Vice President Shettima Directs Local Governments to Drive Nutrition 774 Initiative · Vice President Kashim Shettima directs ALGON and local government chairmen to implement the Nutrition 774 Initiative at the council level across Nigeria.
• Family of Deceased Nurse Mary Habila Petitions Nigeria Police Chief for Body Release · The family of Mary Habila, a nurse attached to Minister Dave Umahi who died on 27 June in Ebonyi, has petitioned Inspector-General Olatunji Disu for immediate release of her remains.
• Former Nigerian Science Minister Turner Isoun Dies at 87 · Governor Douye Diri mourns former Minister of Science and Technology Turner Isoun who died at 87 after pioneering Nigeria's space and ICT programs.
• PCN Seals 505 Drug Outlets in Cross River Over Regulatory Violations · PCN sealed 505 illegal and non-compliant medicine outlets across Cross River State following a four-day enforcement operation.
• Supreme Court Affirms Forfeiture of Emefiele Mansions, Land, $2M and Shares · Nigeria's Supreme Court upheld the permanent forfeiture of seven properties, over $2 million and share certificates linked to former CBN governor Godwin Emefiele.
• Human Rights Group Demands Independent Probe into Death of Mary Habila · International Human Rights Network calls for independent investigation into the death of nurse Mary Habila in Nigeria.
• Delta State Assembly Retains N1.179 Trillion 2025 Budget, Passes Property Protection Amendment · Delta State House of Assembly kept the 2025 budget at N1.179 trillion and passed an amendment strengthening property protection laws.
• Nigeria's Umahi Denies Killing Nurse Mary Habila, Demands Autopsy · Ebonyi former governor Dave Umahi denies killing nurse Mary Habila and insists on an autopsy to rule out foul play.
• Cooking Gas Prices Drop in Enugu Following Government Intervention · LPG prices in Enugu fell from N1,700-1,900 to N1,400-1,500 per kg due to improved supply and government action.
• President Tinubu Honors Late Mother of Rotimi Amaechi as Devout Catholic and Community Leader · President Bola Tinubu expressed condolences for the passing of Mary Amaechi, mother of Rotimi Amaechi, praising her faith and service.
• Nigeria President Signs Executive Order to Regulate Virtual Assets · President Bola Tinubu signs order to create Virtual Asset Council and close regulatory gaps for digital assets.
• First Look Images Reveal Cast and Aesthetic for 'Children of Blood and Bone' Film · Promotional stills unveil the cast and West African-inspired visuals for the upcoming fantasy film.
• Sophia Momodu Threatens N10 Billion Lawsuit Against Caroline Hutchings Over Snapchat Post · Sophia Momodu has sent a pre-action notice demanding N10 billion in damages from Caroline Hutchings for alleged defamation in a Snapchat post.
• Former Miss Universe Nigeria Chidinma Adetshina Files Affidavit in South Africa Deportation Case · Chidinma Adetshina submitted an affidavit to regularize her status as her deportation hearing resumed in Cape Town.
• Vice President Vance Accuses Israeli Officials of Manipulating US Public Against Iran Deal · US Vice President JD Vance claims Israeli government elements are sabotaging Iran negotiations by manipulating American public opinion.
• BOI Secures €85M EIB Facility to Boost Nigeria's Cocoa and Dairy Processing · Nigeria's Bank of Industry will channel 70% of a €85M EIB loan to local cocoa and dairy value addition.
• GLG Unveils 2026 PR Power List Honoring 50 Nigerian Communications Leaders · GLG Communications recognizes 50 professionals across four categories for excellence in Nigeria's PR industry.
• US Strikes Hit Iranian Bridges and Power Sites in Hormozgan Province · US air strikes targeted five bridges, power facilities and a train station in southern Iran, killing two and injuring four.
• Former Nigerian Governor Rotimi Amaechi's Mother Dies at 89 · Rotimi Amaechi's mother, Mary Amaechi, has died at the age of 89.