Nigeria News Digest: July 18, 2025

Nigeria's political landscape shifts with headlines on constitutional reforms and election-related controversies. Financial and security news highlights inflation concerns, border smuggling, and military operations.

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Judiciary & Law Enforcement

An EFCC witness testified that $12 million was swapped through SunTrust Bank to purchase an oil block, with transactions occurring over 10 days across multiple branches.

- thecable.ng

Troops have destroyed 19 illegal refineries and foiled oil theft worth N291 million in the Niger Delta, as part of efforts to combat economic sabotage.

- theeagleonline.com.ng

Troops of Operation Safe Haven rejected a N13 million bribe from terrorists in Plateau State, demonstrating their commitment to combating criminal activities.

- leadership.ng

Activist Scott Iguma has been remanded in custody after being arraigned on charges of cyberstalking and defamation in a Lagos Federal High Court.

- punchng.com

Experts warn Nigerians to avoid loan scams by verifying lender approvals and reading user reviews, as fake lending apps continue to target unsuspecting borrowers.

- punchng.com

The legacy of former President Buhari has been debated, with discussions on his impact on education, military service, and national development.

- punchng.com