Nigeria-UKRepatriation Deal, Terrorism Ranking, and Other Key Updates

Nigeria enters UK agreement to repatriate failed asylum seekers and convicted offenders, formalized during President Tinubu's London visit. The deal, brokered by Interior Minister Tunji-Ojo and UK Home Secretary Mahmood, targets thousands of individuals. President Tinubu returns to Abuja after a historic royal family-hosted visit. Nigeria ranks fourth globally in terrorism deaths, with 750 fatalities in 2025—a 46% increase. Governor Zulum warns Boko Haram sympathizers face legal consequences. A lorry crash at St. Matthias Church in Anambra causes panic and gridlock. The US revokes Nigerian fraudster Emmanuel Kazeem's citizenship after 2018 $11m conviction. Combined forces arrest three Kwara bandits linked to Woro village attack. Kano Command seizes 510 cannabis blocks pre-Eid. Former lawmaker Mbora defects to ADC citing PDP crisis. Enugu Police detain suspects recovering firearm and tricycle.

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