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Court Adjourns El-Rufai Fraud Case to March 31 as Ex-Kaduna Governor Files Bail Application

KEY POINTS A Federal High Court in Kaduna adjourned Nasir El-Rufai’s alleged fraud case to March 31 to hear pending applications, including his bail request. Peter Obi condemned the reported arrest of a Kaduna cleric, warning that such actions threaten democracy and freedom of...
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Labour Party Signals 2027 Presidential Ticket Will Emerge from Southern Nigeria

KEY POINTS Labour Party initially indicated its 2027 presidential ticket would be zoned to Southern Nigeria. Party later clarified no formal zoning, reaffirming a competitive and democratic candidate selection process. LP has set May 23 for its presidential primary as it prepares for the...

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Lassa Fever: Nigeria Records 29 New Cases as Deaths Hit 100

Nigeria has recorded 29 new Lassa fever cases and five deaths in one week, with Ondo, Bauchi, and Edo accounting for most of the cases.
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NAFDAC Launches Greenbook App to Fight Fake Drugs

NAFDAC launches the Greenbook app to help Nigerians verify drugs' authenticity and reduce the circulation of counterfeit medical products.
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Fubara Ready to Re-Present 2025 Budget Amid Assembly Standoff

Rivers State Governor Fubara says he is ready to re-present the 2025 budget amid Assembly tensions, as lawmakers insist on formal procedures.
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Gov Eno: I Expect EFCC Petitions After Leaving Office

Governor Umo Eno predicts EFCC petitions will come after his time in office but he chooses to enable Akwa Ibom residents through empowerment while turning away from handout distribution.
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Tinubu Urges Rivers Stakeholders to Obey Supreme Court

The president has addressed Rivers State stakeholders by requesting they observe the Supreme Court decision while seeking peace during political tensions that continue to rise.
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Transport Ministry Refutes Claims of Diverting $3 Billion Railway Project

The transport ministry refutes claims of diverting the $3 billion railway project to Gombe, stating that no construction is currently ongoing there.
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Reps to Probe Oil Pipeline Security Amid Rising Vandalism

Nigeria’s lawmakers set up a committee to investigate pipeline security and tackle vandalism, aiming to protect the country’s oil and gas infrastructure.
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El-Rufai Leaves APC, Joins SDP to Challenge Ruling Party

Former Kaduna Governor Nasir El-Rufai leaves APC, joins SDP, and plans to bring opposition leaders together ahead of the 2027 elections.
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Dangote Refinery Faces Trouble as NNPC Ends Naira-for-Crude Deal

NNPC ends the naira-for-crude deal, increasing costs for local refiners. Dangote Refinery adjusts while fuel prices could rise.
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Falana Condemns Natasha’s Suspension as Legislative Recklessness

KEY POINTS According to Femi Falana the suspension driveway constructed by Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan against...
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Rivers Assembly Orders Arrest of RSIEC Chairman, Four Commissioners

Rivers Assembly orders the arrest of RSIEC chairman and commissioners after they failed to appear in response to an election annulment ruling.
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El-Rufai’s Defection to SDP Comes Too Soon, Says APC Chieftain

APC chieftain Salihu Lukman says Nasir El-Rufai’s defection to SDP was too early, raising concerns about its impact on Nigeria’s political landscape.
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Court Adjourns El-Rufai Fraud Case to March 31 as Ex-Kaduna Governor Files Bail Application

KEY POINTS A Federal High Court in Kaduna adjourned Nasir El-Rufai’s alleged fraud case...
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Labour Party Signals 2027 Presidential Ticket Will Emerge from Southern Nigeria

KEY POINTS Labour Party initially indicated its 2027 presidential ticket would be zoned to...
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Power Minister Adebayo Adelabu Apologises to Nigerians Over Persistent Outages

KEY POINTS Power Minister Adebayo Adelabu apologises for widespread electricity outages affecting homes, businesses,...
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Nigeria, Finland Sign MoU to Boost Digitalisation

KEY POINTS Nigeria and Finland sign a MoU to enhance digitalisation, innovation, cybersecurity, and...

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