Nigeria News Digest: August 19, 2025

Nigeria saw significant moves in politics with INEC's voter registration surge and bye-election controversies. The economy showed signs of stabilization despite challenges, while security efforts tackled fraud and insurgency.

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Crimes & Insecurity

Chadian authorities have arrested the son of Boko Haram's founder and five other suspected terrorists, a move praised by the US as a significant step in combating terrorism in the region.

- allafrica.com

Libyan police have arrested six Nigerian nationals, a local driver, and his mother for alleged involvement in a human smuggling operation in Sirte.

- saharareporters.com