Nigeria News Digest: August 27, 2025
On Aug 27 2025, Nigerian headlines spotlighted intense political contests, judiciary interventions, economic policy shifts, and rising security incidents. Notable stories ranged from local election disputes and Supreme Court battles.
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Education & Employment
The National Examinations Council (NECO) dismissed online rumours of a staff recruitment drive, labeling the claims fraudulent and urging the public to ignore the misinformation and rely on official communications.
- thisdaylive.comThe Nigerian Air Force has launched its 2025 recruitment drive for Direct Short Service Commission 34, offering free applications from Aug 27 to Oct 7 and targeting specialists in engineering, medical services and cybersecurity.
- tribuneonlineng.comThe Adamawa Civil Service Commission denied fraud allegations, insisting no unqualified names were added to the recruitment process, and urged applicants to ignore rumours and prepare for interviews scheduled to begin on Aug 28.
- dailypost.ngDangote Cement’s leadership urged multi‑sector collaboration to curb youth unemployment, citing training schemes, internships and community projects that empower young Nigerians in line with the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals.
- leadership.ng