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In recent attacks by bandits 19 hunters were killed in Bauchi state and two vigilantes were killed in Niger state. The hunters were reportedly ambushed while on a mission to rescue victims of a previous attack by the bandits. The vigilantes were killed while on patrol in their community. These attacks highlight the ongoing security challenges in Nigeria particularly in the northern region. The government has been criticized for its inability to effectively address these issues and protect its citizens. The families of the victims are left devastated and communities are living in fear as banditry and other forms of violence continue to plague the country.

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The Nigerian Senate has announced that it will resume its legislative activities on Tuesday with the Tax Reform Bill and the reconciliation of stakeholders in the ongoing crisis in Rivers State as top items on the agenda. The Tax Reform Bill is aimed at improving the countrys tax system and increasing revenue generation. The Senate also plans to address the ongoing crisis in Rivers State which has resulted in violence and loss of lives. The reconciliation of stakeholders is seen as a crucial step in finding a peaceful resolution to the crisis and restoring stability in the state. The Senates resumption is eagerly anticipated by Nigerians who are hoping for positive developments in these important issues.

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A group has called on the Department of State Services (DSS) and the Nigerian Police Force to investigate the evidence provided by Sandra Duru against Senator Natasha Akpoti. Duru a former aide to Akpoti alleged that the Senator was involved in illegal activities including money laundering and drug trafficking. The group Concerned Kogi Indigenes stated that the allegations were damaging to the image of the Senator and the state as a whole. They urged the security agencies to thoroughly investigate the claims and take appropriate action if found to be true. The Senator has denied the allegations and called them baseless and politically motivated.

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The Nigerian Export-Import Bank (NEXIM) has called on states in the South-South and South-East regions to increase their participation in loan programs offered by the bank. The NEXIM Chairman Abba Bello stated that these regions have not been utilizing the banks loan facilities as much as other regions and urged them to take advantage of the opportunities available. He emphasized the importance of small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in the economic growth of these regions and encouraged them to access the banks loans for business expansion and development. The NEXIM bank aims to promote economic diversification and boost exports through its loan programs.