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 Today, Thursday, August 27, 2026: Tinubu gives security chiefs a 90‑day ultimatum to produce a five‑year defence strategy, Atiku says he is “competing with thieves” in the 2027 race, security forces foil a bandit attack in Sokoto, and the CBN sells ₦700bn in Treasury Bills. 


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🇳🇬 Nigeria Headlines


Security & Governance

Tinubu’s Ultimatum

President Bola Tinubu directed defence and intelligence chiefs to submit a national threat assessment and five‑year defence strategy within 90 days, aiming to shift Nigeria’s security posture from reactive to proactive. 

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Sokoto Attack Foiled

Security forces killed several bandits while thwarting an assault on Sifawa town in Bodinga LGA, home of former Army Chief Lt. Gen. Faruk Yahaya.  



Politics

Atiku’s Claim

Former VP Atiku Abubakar, ADC presidential candidate, declared he is “competing with thieves” who have stolen the election and economy. He reiterated his plan to restore fuel subsidy if elected.  

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ADC vs APC

The ADC demanded the arrest of Kuje Area Council Chairman Samuel Shekwolo after he told residents to support APC or leave.  


Presidency vs Atiku

Tinubu’s aide Bayo Onanuga dismissed Atiku’s subsidy plan as incoherent and politically motivated.  



Economy & Business

CBN Auction

The Central Bank of Nigeria sold ₦700bn in Treasury Bills across 91‑day, 182‑day, and 364‑day tenors in its second August auction.  

 

Benin‑Asaba Road

Works Minister David Umahi ordered the arrest of contractors removing asphalt from the highway, citing poor performance.  



Crime & Justice

Police Arrests

Authorities detained Nansik Wuyep Sule and others for fake kidnappings, armed robbery, and illegal firearms trafficking.  


EFCC Appeal

The EFCC announced plans to appeal a court ruling that dismissed forfeiture of nine properties linked to ex‑AGF Abubakar Malami. 



Global & Market Updates

Oil Prices

Brent crude steady at $82 per barrel.  


Crypto

Bitcoin trades near $63,000, Ethereum around $3,200.  



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