# cement (news sources) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 2 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover cement. Page: Feed: --- ## [Tragedy as ADC Chairman Killed; Details Emerge](https://thepapers.ng/2026/08/21/tragedy-as-adc-chairman-killed-details-emerge/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=tragedy-as-adc-chairman-killed-details-emerge) _2026-08-21 · David Moore, News Editor · The Papers Nigeria_ Tension and grief have gripped the political community in Enugu State following the reported death of Chisimdiri Ngwu, chairman of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Udenu Local Government Area. Ngwu, described as one of the longest-serving members of the ADC in the state, was reportedly found dead in the early hours of Wednesday, August \[…\] The post Tragedy as ADC Chairman Killed; Details… ## [NDC Flags Off Zonal Campaigns, Directs Candidates To Use Existing Party Logo](https://parallelfactsnews.com/ndc-flags-off-zonal-campaigns-directs-cand/) _2026-08-21 · Dayo Dickson · Parallel Facts_ The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) has officially commenced its zonal campaign activities ahead of the 2027 general elections, directing its candidates and members nationwide to begin consultations, sensitisation and engagements with voters. The party also announced plans to inaugurate its various campaign committees as it prepares to intensify its activities ahead of the elections. In \[…\] ## [Naira Gains Again as Dollar Rate Drops (DETAILS)](https://thepapers.ng/2026/08/21/naira-gains-again-as-dollar-rate-drops-details/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=naira-gains-again-as-dollar-rate-drops-details) _2026-08-21 · David Moore, News Editor · The Papers Nigeria_ The naira on Friday closed the week higher at the official market, trading at N1,346.49 to the U.S. dollar. Data from the official website of the Central Bank of Nigeria revealed that the naira gained N1.13, representing a 0.08 per cent gain, compared with Thursday, when it traded at N1,347.62 per dollar. The naira, which \[…\] The post Naira Gains Again as Dollar Rate Drops (DETAILS) appeared first… ## [REVEALED: Die-Hard Tinubu Supporter Moferewa Maiye Caught Impersonating DSS to Extort Motorists, Used Part of Stolen Money to Host X Spaces for Tinubu’s Re-Election, Attack Opposition Members](https://parallelfactsnews.com/revealed-die-hard-tinubu-supporter-moferew/) _2026-08-21 · Dayo Dickson · Parallel Facts_ Investigation has revealed that Moferewa Maiye, a die-hard supporter of Bola Tinubu used part of the money he stole from motorists while impersonating a Department of State Services (DSS) operative to host X Spaces campaigning for Tinubu’s re-election and attacking opposition members, before he was arrested by DSS operatives in Abuja. Maiye was arrested at \[…\] ## [BREAKING: Tinubu Suspends Three Top Govt Officials](https://thepapers.ng/2026/08/21/breaking-tinubu-suspends-three-top-govt-officials/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=breaking-tinubu-suspends-three-top-govt-officials) _2026-08-21 · David Moore, News Editor · The Papers Nigeria_ President Bola Tinubu has ordered the immediate arrest of one George Buchi Nwabueze and the suspension of three permanent secretaries over the discovery of another fake agency operating within the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, as reported by The PUNCH. They include M.S. Danjuma, Nadungu Gagare, and Richard P. Pheelangwah. \[…\] The post BREAKING: Tinubu Suspends Three… ## [28 People Who Died for Adeleke in Osun Died in Vain as Davido, Uncle Now Dine With Same Oppressors They Fought — Isaac Fayose](https://parallelfactsnews.com/28-people-who-died-forp-fought-isaac-fayose/) _2026-08-21 · Dayo Dickson · Parallel Facts_ Nigerian businessman and political commentator Isaac Fayose has criticised Governor Ademola Adeleke and his nephew, singer David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, over their post-election interactions with political figures Fayose described as the same “oppressors” they previously fought. Fayose made the remarks in a viral video circulating on Friday, August 21, 2026, while expressing… ## [Tinubu’s Shady Age, Educational Qualifications, Family History, Career Record and Drug Background Are All Spectacle of Shame and Embarrassment to Nigeria’s Global Image — Inibehe Effiong](https://parallelfactsnews.com/tinubu-shady-age-educational-qualificatio/) _2026-08-21 · Dayo Dickson · Parallel Facts_ Human rights lawyer and social commentator Inibehe Effiong has criticised supporters of Bola Tinubu, saying they continue to defend their preferred candidate despite what he described as controversies surrounding Tinubu’s age, educational qualifications, family history, career record and criminal background. Effiong made the comment in a post on X on Friday while reacting to the \[…\] ## [Travellers Raise Alarm After FG’s Joint Task Force, Comprising Police and Soldiers, Allegedly Tried to Shoot, Tag Them as IPOB Members at Imo Checkpoints After Extorting Them of Cash, Other Valuables](https://parallelfactsnews.com/travellers-raise-alarm-after-fgs-joint-tas/) _2026-08-21 · Dayo Dickson · Parallel Facts_ Several motorists and travellers have accused personnel of the Federal Government’s Joint Task Force (JTF), comprising soldiers, police officers and operatives of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, of extortion, harassment, unlawful phone searches, threats to kill them and attempts to falsely label them as members of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) at \[…\] ## [BREAKING: US Judge Grants FBI, Justice Department August 28 Deadline Request to Allow Tinubu Prepare His Defence Ahead Release of Drug Records](https://parallelfactsnews.com/us-judge-approves-fbi-justice-department/) _2026-08-21 · Dayo Dickson · Parallel Facts_ A US judge has approved a request by the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and the US Department of Justice (DOJ) giving them, the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) and Boal Tinubu until August 28, 2026, to file their opposition to the release of alleged drug-trafficking records involving the former Lagos governor. According to an update \[…\] ## [Tinubu Govt Takes Fresh Action on IPOB Leader Kanu](https://thepapers.ng/2026/08/21/tinubu-govt-takes-fresh-action-on-ipob-leader-kanu/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=tinubu-govt-takes-fresh-action-on-ipob-leader-kanu) _2026-08-21 · David Moore, News Editor · The Papers Nigeria_ The Federal Government under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has withdrawn its cross-appeal seeking the death penalty against the detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra, Nnamdi Kanu, according to Politics Nigeria. Kanu’s Special Counsel, Aloy Ejimakor, disclosed the development, saying the government had formally communicated its decision not to continue with the aspect of \[…\] The post… ## [8.1% APY Plus Free Stock (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/ZamGdAGf0JgF) _2026-08-21 · **Sponsored**_ Claim 8.1% APY and up to $1,030 in SK hynix and Nvidia stock. ## [After Introducing Solar Usage Levy on Residents, Lagos APC Administration Imposes Weekly Tax on POS Operators](https://parallelfactsnews.com/lagos-apc-administration-introduces-weekl/) _2026-08-21 · Dayo Dickson · Parallel Facts_ The All Progressives Congress (APC)-led administration in Lagos State has imposed a reported ₦300 weekly levy on Point-of-Sale (POS) operators in Olorunda Local Council Development Area (LCDA), adding to concerns over the growing tax burden on residents and small businesses. The levy, contained in a notice dated April 22, 2026, was reportedly signed by the \[…\] ## [VIDEO: Tinubu Never Built Lagos, He Took Advantage of People’s Political Apathy and Naivety in Early 2000s to Destroy the Cosmopolitan Nature of State — Lagosian](https://parallelfactsnews.com/tinubu-never-built-lagos-he-took-advantaan/) _2026-08-21 · Dayo Dickson · Parallel Facts_ A Lagos resident identified simply as “Signature” has accused Bola Tinubu of exploiting what he described as the political apathy and naivety of Lagosians in the Early 2000s to undermine the cosmopolitan nature of the state. Signature made the allegations during an exclusive interview on The Emir Sirdam Show, aired on August 21, 2026, where \[…\] ## [‘Don’t Assure Tinubu That Osun People Will Vote for Him in 2027, We Stood by You, Not Him,’ Resident Warns Adeleke After Aso Rock Visit](https://parallelfactsnews.com/dont-assure-tinubu-that-osun-people-will-v/) _2026-08-21 · Dayo Dickson · Parallel Facts_ An Osun State resident has warned Governor Ademola Adeleke against promising Bola Tinubu that the people of the state will support him in the 2027 presidential election. The resident issued the warning in a viral video circulating on social media following Adeleke’s recent visit to Tinubu at the Presidential Villa, Abuja. Addressing the governor directly, \[…\] ## [Edo Government Bans Davido From Entering State, Hints Singer’s Safety at State-Owned Airport Is Not Guaranteed After He Shared Okpebholo’s D7 Result](https://parallelfactsnews.com/edo-government-bans-davido-from-enterin/) _2026-08-21 · Dayo Dickson · Parallel Facts_ The Edo State Government has banned Nigerian singer Davido from performing in the state for the remainder of Governor Monday Okpebholo’s tenure and warned that his safety may not be guaranteed if he returns. Apostle Kassy Chukwu, Senior Special Assistant on Digital Media to Okpebholo, made the declaration in a video shared on YouTube by \[…\] ## [FG Declares Public Holiday Nationwide (DETAILS)](https://thepapers.ng/2026/08/21/fg-declare-public-holida-nationwide-details/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=fg-declare-public-holida-nationwide-details) _2026-08-21 · David Moore, News Editor · The Papers Nigeria_ The Federal Government has declared Tuesday, August 25, 2026, a public holiday to mark this year’s Eid ul Mawlid, commemorating the birth of the Holy Prophet Muhammad. The Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, announced the holiday on behalf of the Federal Government in a statement issued on Friday by the Permanent Secretary of the ministry, \[…\] The post FG Declares Public Holiday Nationwide… ## [Popular APC Senator Resigns From Party](https://thepapers.ng/2026/08/21/popular-apc-senator-resigns-from-party/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=popular-apc-senator-resigns-from-party) _2026-08-21 · David Moore, News Editor · The Papers Nigeria_ The senator representing Kwara Central Senatorial District, Saliu Mustapha, has resigned his membership of the All Progressives Congress. Mustapha disclosed this in a post on his verified Facebook page late Thursday, accompanied by a resignation letter dated August 14, 2026, addressed to the Chairman of the APC, Gambari Ward 1, Ilorin East Local Government Area \[…\] The post Popular APC Senator… ## [‘Tinubu Told FBI His Life Could Be in Danger If Files on Heroin-Trafficking Are Released To Nigerian, Global Public,’ US Firm Claims](https://parallelfactsnews.com/tinubu-told-fbi-his-life-could-be-in-da/) _2026-08-21 · Dayo Dickson · Parallel Facts_ Bola Tinubu may be facing a fresh and highly sensitive development in the long-running US legal battle over records linked to allegations of heroin trafficking, with a Washington-based lobbying firm claiming that the Nigerian leader fears for his life if the documents are released. The claim was made by Von Batten-Montague-York, L.C., which said it \[…\] ## [‘I Join This Contest With One Firm Conviction, Nigeria Must Work,’ NDC Presidential Candidate Peter Obi Declares as 2027 Election Campaign Intensifies](https://parallelfactsnews.com/ndc-presidential-candidate-peter-obi-decla/) _2026-08-21 · Dayo Dickson · Parallel Facts_ The presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi, has declared that his decision to contest the 2027 presidential election is driven by the urgent need to address the challenges confronting Nigeria, insisting that “Nigeria must work.” Obi made the declaration as campaigns for the 2027 presidential election officially commenced, signalling the beginning \[…\] ## [Die-Hard Bola Tinubu Supporter Moferewa Maiye Caught Impersonating DSS, Extorting Motorists](https://parallelfactsnews.com/tinubu-supporter-moferewa-maiye-caug/) _2026-08-21 · Dayo Dickson · Parallel Facts_ A die-hard Bola Tinubu supporter Moferewa Maiye has been arrested by the Department of State Services (DSS) in Abuja for allegedly impersonating personnel of the Service and using the disguise to extort motorists. The suspect is believed to have been hosting X spaces for Tinubu with funds gotten from illicit dealings. Maiye was arrested late \[…\] ## [Nigerians Have Suffered Enough, It’s Time to Press the Reset Button and Flush Out Criminals in Power — Isaac Fayose Endorses Peter Obi–Rabiu Kwankwaso Ticket](https://parallelfactsnews.com/nigerians-have-suffered-enough-its-time-to/) _2026-08-21 · Dayo Dickson · Parallel Facts_ Businessman and social commentator Isaac Fayose has endorsed a potential Peter Obi–Rabiu Kwankwaso presidential ticket ahead of the 2027 general elections, declaring that Nigerians have “suffered enough” and must use their votes to remove those he described as criminals in power. Fayose made the declaration in a Facebook post shared on Thursday, August 20, 2026. \[…\] ## [Licensed Dispensaries, Pay with Crypto (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/MVMpHbtFnpWW) _2026-08-21 · **Sponsored**_ Search verified licensed dispensaries and pay with Bitcoin, Lightning, or stablecoins. ## [Kwara Central Senator Saliu Mustapha Dumps APC After Being Rigged Out of Senate Return Ticket in Favour of Governor AbdulRazaq](https://parallelfactsnews.com/kwara-central-senator-saliu-mustapha-dump/) _2026-08-21 · Dayo Dickson · Parallel Facts_ Senator Saliu Mustapha, representing Kwara Central Senatorial District, has resigned his membership of the All Progressives Congress (APC), weeks after reports emerged that he was weighing a possible defection to the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). Mustapha announced his resignation in a statement on Friday, saying his decision followed “careful considerations of the recent developments” within… ## [Dollar to Naira Exchange Rate Today, August 21, 2026](https://thepapers.ng/2026/08/21/dollar-to-naira-exchang-rate-today-august-21-2026/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=dollar-to-naira-exchang-rate-today-august-21-2026) _2026-08-21 · David Moore, News Editor · The Papers Nigeria_ The Nigerian naira is trading around ₦1,349.06 to the US dollar on Friday, August 21, 2026, according to the latest available live USD/NGN indication. At the Nigerian Foreign Exchange Market (NFEM), the dollar was recently quoted at about ₦1,344.45, based on the latest available official-market indication from Thursday. The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) says \[…\] The post Dollar to Naira Exchange… ## [Kwankwaso Submits NDC Candidates for Northern Nigeria Ahead of 2027 Elections](https://parallelfactsnews.com/kwankwaso-submits-ndc-candidates-f/) _2026-08-20 · Dayo Dickson · Parallel Facts_ Former Kano State Governor Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso has led the coordination and formal submission of National Democratic Congress (NDC) candidates across the 19 Northern states and the Federal Capital Territory ahead of the 2027 general elections. Kwankwaso disclosed this in a statement posted on his official X account on Thursday, August 20, 2026. He said \[…\] ## [After Deaths of 29 Residents, Directive by APC Senator to Kill Opposition Members, Adeleke Visits Tinubu to Thank Him for Ensuring ‘Free and Fair’ Governorship Election in Osun State](https://parallelfactsnews.com/adeleke-visits-tinubu-to-thank-him-for-ensur/) _2026-08-20 · Dayo Dickson · Parallel Facts_ Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has visited Bola Tinubu following his re-election victory in the August 15 governorship election and expressed appreciation to him for what he described as his role in ensuring a free and fair electoral process. The visit came despite the violent build-up to the election, during which at least 29 people \[…\] ## [Forest Guards Tinubu Appointed to Fight Terrorists Abandon Posts, Decry Unpaid Salaries, Hunger, Poor Weapons in Kwara, Enugu as Nigerians Question State Police Welfare Promises](https://parallelfactsnews.com/forest-guards-tinubu-appointed-to-fight-te/) _2026-08-20 · Dayo Dickson · Parallel Facts_ Forest guards deployed to some of the most security-challenged communities in Kwara and Enugu states have abandoned or threatened to abandon their posts over alleged unpaid salaries and allowances, inadequate food, poor welfare and insufficient weapons. The guards, who were recruited, trained and deployed under state and Federal Government-backed forest security initiatives, told newsmen that \[…\] ## [JUST IN: US Firm Suggests Tinubu May Have Cut Deal to Escape Drug-Trafficking Prosecution as DOJ Seeks Fresh Delay in Releasing Narcotics Records](https://parallelfactsnews.com/us-firm-suggests-tinubu-may-have-cut-deal/) _2026-08-20 · Dayo Dickson · Parallel Facts_ A United States-based lobbying firm, Von Batten-Montague-York, has suggested that Bola Tinubu may have struck a deal with the US government to avoid criminal prosecution over longstanding drug-trafficking allegations. The firm made the claim as the US Department of Justice reportedly sought additional time in an ongoing legal battle over the release of records held \[…\] ## [Tinubu’s Lobbying Push Fails Again as US Retains Nigeria on ‘Country of Particular Concern’ List Over Continued Christians’ Killings, Bad Governance](https://parallelfactsnews.com/tinubu-lobbying-push-fails-again-as-us-re/) _2026-08-20 · Dayo Dickson · Parallel Facts_ Efforts by supporters and lobbyists of Bola Tinubu to secure the removal of Nigeria from the United States’ Country of Particular Concern (CPC) designation have suffered another setback as US Congressman Riley Moore insisted that the country should remain on the list over continued violence against Christian communities. Moore made the position known on Wednesday \[…\] ## [Ex-Transport Minister Shot Dead (PHOTO)](https://thepapers.ng/2026/08/20/ex-transport-miister-shot-dead-photo/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=ex-transport-miister-shot-dead-photo) _2026-08-20 · David Moore, News Editor · The Papers Nigeria_ A former Zambian minister was killed in last week’s raid by security forces on a house linked to opposition leader Brian Mundubile a day after the presidential election, the authorities have said. A police spokesman said law enforcement officers fatally wounded Mutotwe Kafwaya during what officials have described as an exchange of fire in a \[…\] The post Ex-Transport Minister Shot Dead (PHOTO)… ## [Stop Gaslighting Nigerians, Your Federal Might Failed to Take Osun Even After Allegedly Spending ₦110 Billion to Buy Votes — Rufai Oseni Tells Wike, Other Tinubu Cohorts](https://parallelfactsnews.com/osun-rufai-oseni-tells-wike-tinubu-cohorts/) _2026-08-20 · Dayo Dickson · Parallel Facts_ Nigerian broadcaster Rufai Oseni has accused Federal Capital Territory FCT Minister Nyesom Wike and other allies of Bola Tinubu and the All Progressives Congress (APC) of “gaslighting” Nigerians over the outcome of the Osun State governorship election. Oseni rejected claims that the Federal Government did not deploy its influence and resources in the election, arguing \[…\] ## [Tinubu, Atiku Failed To Attend Peace Accord Signing To Prove They Have No Interest In Peaceful 2027 Elections — Social Commentator David Obiasogu](https://parallelfactsnews.com/tinubu-atiku-failed-to-attend-peace-accor/) _2026-08-20 · Dayo Dickson · Parallel Facts_ Social commentator and political analyst David Obiasogu has criticised Bola Tinubu and former Vice President Atiku Abubakar over their failure to personally attend the signing of the First National Peace Accord ahead of the 2027 general elections. Obiasogu said the absence of the two major political figures showed that they had little interest in promoting \[…\] ## [Finnish Seedboxes — Up to 20Gbps (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/YMYecJX5bXxc) _2026-08-20 · **Sponsored**_ Private Finnish seedboxes with 1–20Gbps speeds, RAID storage and 14‑day refund ## [‘Nigerians Are Collaborating With Criminals To Make The Country Ungovernable,’ Bayo Onanuga Blames Citizens For Insecurity, Exonerates Tinubu Who Fails To Address Insurgency And Pardons Terrorists](https://parallelfactsnews.com/nigerians-are-collaborating-with-criminals/) _2026-08-20 · Dayo Dickson · Parallel Facts_ Special Adviser to Bola Tinubu on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, has accused some Nigerians of collaborating with criminals to worsen insecurity and make parts of the country ungovernable. Onanuga made the allegation in remarks captured in a recent video, where he said reports from the field showed that some citizens were providing information to \[…\] ## [Looting of Nigeria’s Treasury Intensifies as Akpabio-Led Assembly Hides N46.6bn Disputed Constituency Road and Flood Control Projects in Tinubu’s Padded 2026 Budget](https://parallelfactsnews.com/projects-in-tinubus-padded-2026-budget/) _2026-08-20 · Dayo Dickson · Parallel Facts_ A review of Nigeria’s 2026 Appropriation Act has uncovered N46.616 billion allocated for road construction, rehabilitation, erosion control, drainage, bridge, walkway and flood-control projects across several states under the budget of the Federal Co-operative College, Oji River, Enugu State. The allocation is contained in the 2,790-page 2026 Appropriation Act and covers projects spread across… ## [Tinubu-Backed Cement Mafias Dangote-BUA-Lafarge Oligopoly, Paired With APC Govt Incompetence, Core Reason Homeownership Remains Out of Reach for Most Nigerians — GST Hub](https://parallelfactsnews.com/tinubu-backed-cement-mafias-dangote-bua-la/) _2026-08-20 · Dayo Dickson · Parallel Facts_ Watch Dog group, GST Hub has claimed that tight oligopoly involving three major cement producers, combined with Bola Ahmed Tinubu government incompetence, remains a central reason why homeownership continues to elude the majority of Nigerians. In a recent report and accompanying video, the platform argued that the market dominance of Dangote Cement, BUA Cement and \[…\] ## [VIDEO: Fulani Terrorist Threatens to Attack Communities in Kebbi, Niger State](https://parallelfactsnews.com/fulani-terrorist-threatens-to-attack-kebbi/) _2026-08-19 · Peter Emmanuel · Parallel Facts_ Suspected Fulani terrorists have reportedly threatened to attack communities in Niger and Kebbi states, raising concerns over a possible escalation of violence in the affected areas. A video circulating on social media shows a man identified as Usman, described by the source as a Fulani man, making remarks interpreted as threats against communities around Kwanji \[…\] ## [OSUN: Davido Was Target of Shooting Attack on Adeleke’s Convoy in Osogbo — Police](https://parallelfactsnews.com/davido-was-target-of-attack-on-adeleke/) _2026-08-19 · Peter Emmanuel · Parallel Facts_ The Osun State Police Command has said preliminary investigations showed that music star David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, was the target of the shooting incident involving Governor Ademola Adeleke’s convoy in Osogbo on Wednesday. The incident occurred shortly after Governor Adeleke visited the palace of the Ataoja of Osogbo, following his collection of the \[…\] ## [Gunfire Erupts in Osogbo as Suspected Political Thugs Open Fire at Adeleke’s Convoy](https://parallelfactsnews.com/political-thugs-open-fire-at-adelekes-convoy/) _2026-08-19 · Peter Emmanuel · Parallel Facts_ Gunfire erupted in Osogbo, Osun State, on Wednesday after suspected political thugs reportedly opened fire at the convoy of Governor Ademola Adeleke shortly after his visit to the palace of the Ataoja of Osogbo. The incident occurred on August 19, 2026, as Adeleke left the palace following a visit that came shortly after he collected \[…\] ## [“Billions to Rig Elections, but Veterans Are Suffering” — Inibehe Effiong Knocks Tinubu’s Government Over Poor Welfare of Ex-Servicemen](https://parallelfactsnews.com/inibehe-effiong-knocks-tinubu-over-poor/) _2026-08-19 · Peter Emmanuel · Parallel Facts_ Human rights lawyer Inibehe Effiong has slammed the Bola Tinubu-led government over the welfare of military veterans, describing the situation as disgraceful amid renewed protests by retired soldiers in Abuja. Effiong made the comment in a post shared on Wednesday, August 19, 2026, while reacting to a protest by military pensioners at the Ministry of \[…\] ## [Amnesty International Raises Alarm Over Bloodshed, Demands Urgent Action as Over 50 People Are Killed by Terrorists in One Week](https://parallelfactsnews.com/amnesty-international-raises-alarm-over/) _2026-08-19 · Peter Emmanuel · Parallel Facts_ Amnesty International Nigeria has raised the alarm over the recent bloodshed across parts of the country, calling on the Nigerian authorities to urgently act after more than 50 people were reportedly killed in attacks by terrorists and other armed groups within one week. The organisation made the call in a statement on Wednesday, August 19, \[…\] ## [BREAKING: Tinubu Appoints New Head of Civil Service](https://thepapers.ng/2026/08/19/breakin-tinubu-appoints-new-head-of-civil-service/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=breakin-tinubu-appoints-new-head-of-civil-service) _2026-08-19 · David Moore, News Editor · The Papers Nigeria_ President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has appointed Abel Olumuyiwa Enitan as the new Head of the Civil Service of the Federation (HCSF), effective August 27, 2026, according to Nairametrics. The presidency disclosed the appointment in a statement issued by Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, on Wednesday, August 19, 2026. Enitan \[…\] The post BREAKING: Tinubu Appoints… ## [APC Announces Fresh Primaries Across 5 States (FULL LIST)](https://thepapers.ng/2026/08/19/apc-announces-fresh-primaries-across-5-states-full-list/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=apc-announces-fresh-primaries-across-5-states-full-list) _2026-08-19 · David Moore, News Editor · The Papers Nigeria_ The All Progressives Congress, APC, has released its timetable and schedule of activities for the conduct of primary elections ahead of the 2026 legislative bye-elections and the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC-restored State House of Assembly constituencies in Delta and Kogi States. In a statement signed by the APC National Organising Secretary, Sulaiman Muhammad Argungu, \[…\] The… ## [Thursday, August 20 Declared Public Holiday for All Workers](https://thepapers.ng/2026/08/19/thursda-august-20-declare-public-holiday-for-all-workers/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=thursda-august-20-declare-public-holiday-for-all-workers) _2026-08-19 · David Moore, News Editor · The Papers Nigeria_ Lagos governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has declared Thursday, August 20, 2026, a holiday for all public servants in the state for the 2026 Isese Day celebration. The decision was communicated through an official circular signed by the Head of Service, Bode Agoro, on Tuesday, August 18, 2026, and addressed to accounting officers and top functionaries across \[…\] The post Thursday, August 20 Declared… ## [Dangote, BUA Announce New Cement Price As FG Reacts](https://thepapers.ng/2026/08/19/dangote-bua-announce-new-cement-price-as-fg-reacts/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=dangote-bua-announce-new-cement-price-as-fg-reacts) _2026-08-19 · David Moore, News Editor · The Papers Nigeria_ The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has placed Nigeria’s cement giants under formal investigation, summoning them to explain why a 50kg bag now sells for as high as N15,000 despite the country’s huge limestone deposits and excess production capacity. The move follows a three-month, cross-border probe by the Commission’s Anti-Competitive Practices Department,… ## [CBN Releases New Cash Rule, Crashes Dollar](https://thepapers.ng/2026/08/18/cbn-release-new-cash-rule-crashes-dollar/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=cbn-release-new-cash-rule-crashes-dollar) _2026-08-18 · David Moore, News Editor · The Papers Nigeria_ The naira strengthened to a five-month high on Monday, August 17, 2026, as increased activity in the foreign exchange market coincided with the Central Bank of Nigeria’s latest policy adjustment affecting banks’ access to its Standing Lending Facility (SLF), as reported by Legit. The local currency appreciated by N8.07 against the US dollar, with the \[…\] The post CBN Releases New Cash Rule,… ## [Tragedy as Plane Crash Killed Couple on Honeymoon](https://thepapers.ng/2026/08/18/tragedy-as-plane-crash-killed-couple-on-honeymoon/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=tragedy-as-plane-crash-killed-couple-on-honeymoon) _2026-08-18 · David Moore, News Editor · The Papers Nigeria_ A young British couple and their pilot were killed in a helicopter crash on the Greek island of Sifnos on Monday, Greek police have said. They have been named as Alexander Cromie and Marie Ebert. The couple were on their honeymoon, newspaper Kathimerini said. The private helicopter crashed just metres from a landing pad, killing \[…\] The post Tragedy as Plane Crash Killed Couple on Honeymoon… ## [Popular Prophet Names Top States APC May Loose After Osun; Gives Solutions](https://thepapers.ng/2026/08/18/popular-prophet-names-states-apc-may-loose-after-osun-gives-solutions/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=popular-prophet-names-states-apc-may-loose-after-osun-gives-solutions) _2026-08-18 · David Moore, News Editor · The Papers Nigeria_ According to a statement shared on Primate Elijah Ayodele’s official Facebook page on Sunday, August 16, 2026, the cleric identified several states he believes could become flashpoints ahead of the 2027 general election, while also commenting on the All Progressives Congress (APC)’s prospects in the presidential contest. Ayodele urged political stakeholders and security agencies to \[…\] The post… ## [Dollar to Naira Exchange Rate Today, August 18, 2026](https://thepapers.ng/2026/08/18/dollar-to-naira-exchange-rat-today-august-18-2026/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=dollar-to-naira-exchange-rat-today-august-18-2026) _2026-08-18 · David Moore, News Editor · The Papers Nigeria_ The Nigerian naira continued to trade relatively firmly against the United States dollar on Tuesday, August 18, 2026, following its recent appreciation at the official Nigerian Foreign Exchange Market (NFEM) and relative stability in the parallel market. The latest available official data showed the naira closing at about ₦1,350 per dollar at the NFEM on \[…\] The post Dollar to Naira Exchange Rate… ## [No More N14,000/Bag: Dangote Cement Breaks Silence on New Prices Nationwide](https://thepapers.ng/2026/08/17/no-more-n1400-bag-dangote-cement-breaks-silence-on-new-prices-nationwide/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=no-more-n1400-bag-dangote-cement-breaks-silence-on-new-prices-nationwide) _2026-08-17 · David Moore, News Editor · The Papers Nigeria_ The chairman of Dangote Cement Plc, Emmanuel Ikazoboh, has explained why cement prices remain high across Nigeria, attributing the persistent increases to rising energy costs and the impact of foreign exchange on production expenses. His comments come amid growing concerns from Nigerians over the soaring cost of building materials, with many calling on the government \[…\] The post No More…