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INEC Sets February 21 for Rivers Bye Elections

KEY POINTS • INEC schedules Rivers State bye elections for February 21, 2026• Vacancies arose from a resignation and a death in the state assembly• Polls follow months of political crisis and federal intervention Nigeria’s electoral commission has fixed February 21, 2026 as the date for...
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Rivers Lawmakers Loyal to Wike Defect to APC in Major Shake Up

KEY POINTS • Two Rivers senators defect from PDP to APC during Senate plenary• Six Rivers House of Representatives members also join the ruling party• Senate leaders dismiss fears of Nigeria sliding into a one party systeM Nigeria’s ruling party tightened its grip on the National...

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FAAC Allocates N1.6 trillion to FG, States, LGs

FAAC allocates N1.578 trillion to the Federal Government, States, and Local Government Councils, based on the revenue for March 2025.
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Businessman Sentenced, Wristwatch Forfeited For Refusing Naira

Uzondu Chimaobi sentenced to four years in prison for refusing to accept Naira as payment, violating Nigerian law on legal tender.
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Guinea Invites Nigerian Businesses to Invest in $20bn Projects

Guinea invites Nigerian businesses to invest in $20bn mega projects, focusing on mining and infrastructure, to strengthen bilateral ties and economic collaboration.
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FG Forms Panel to Assess Economic Impact of US Tariffs

The Nigerian government establishes a subcommittee to evaluate the economic effects of US tariffs, particularly concerning oil prices and foreign investment.
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Nigeria’s Crude Oil Production Drops to Record Low

KEY POINTS Nigeria's crude oil production dropped to 1.603 million barrels per day in...
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Dangote Refinery Cuts Petrol Price to ₦865

KEY POINTS Dangote Refinery reduced petrol prices to ₦865 per litre, citing improved supply...
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FG, AfDB Launch Special Agro-Industrial Zones Plan in Cross River

FG and AfDB launch SAPZ in Cross River, aiming to transform agriculture and create jobs while ensuring food security across Nigeria
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Nigeria Partners with Chinese Firm on $328 Million Deal to Strengthen National Power Transmission Grid

KEY POINTS The Nigerian federal government has signed a $328.81 million contract with China...
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WTO Chief Warns US-China tariff War Could Slash Trade

WTO chief Okonjo-Iweala warns that the US-China tariff war could reduce trade by 80%, posing a significant threat to the global economy and global GDP.
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Adesina Applauds Kaduna’s Launch of Agro-Industrial Zone

Akinwumi Adesina celebrates Kaduna's launch of Nigeria's first agro-industrial zone, a step toward transforming agriculture and boosting local economy
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Passengers Lament Fare Hikes Despite Fuel Price Cuts

Nigerians are frustrated with rising transport fares despite fuel price cuts and the introduction of CNG, citing exploitation by transport unions and government inaction.
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Nigeria’s Debt Surges by N55 Trillion in First 19 Months of Tinubu Administration

KEY POINTS Nigeria's debt grew by N55.2 trillion under Tinubu, with external borrowing accounting...
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INEC Sets February 21 for Rivers Bye Elections

KEY POINTS • INEC schedules Rivers State bye elections for February 21, 2026• Vacancies arose...
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Rivers Lawmakers Loyal to Wike Defect to APC in Major Shake Up

KEY POINTS • Two Rivers senators defect from PDP to APC during Senate plenary• Six...
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Economic Hardship Debate Deepens As Radda Says FG Controls 52% Of Federation Revenue

Governor Dikko Radda says the Federal Government controls most federation revenue and should share responsibility for Nigeria’s economic hardship.
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NBA, Atiku Call For Suspension Of New Tax Laws Over Alleged Gazette Alterations

The NBA and Atiku Abubakar are demanding suspension of Nigeria’s new tax laws over alleged post-passage alterations.

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