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Senate Revises Election Law Timeline to Avoid Ramadan Clash Ahead of 2027 Polls

KEY POINTS The Senate reduced election notice requirements from 360 days to 300 days to prevent 2027 polls from falling during Ramadan. Lawmakers again rejected mandatory real-time electronic transmission of results, retaining manual backup where networks fail. Heated debates and a closed session highlighted...

February 18, 2026

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Baba-Ahmed Urges Legal Probe Into El-Rufai–Ribadu Allegations

KEY POINTS Baba-Ahmed says allegations against El-Rufai and counter-claims involving Ribadu should be tested in court, not dismissed as politics. The dispute marks a dramatic collapse of a long-standing alliance between the two influential figures. El-Rufai now faces cybercrime charges and ongoing corruption investigations,...

February 18, 2026

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JAMB Exposes Illegal Admissions at 86 Universities and Colleges

JAMB exposes 86 universities for conducting illegal admissions outside the mandated CAPS, calling into question many students' enrollment legitimacy.

July 14, 2024

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Governors Welcome Supreme Court’s Local Government Autonomy Ruling

Nigeria’s state governors have expressed satisfaction with a recent Supreme Court ruling granting financial autonomy to local government areas. The decision, which was announced on Thursday, is seen as a major step towards decentralizing power and financial resources in the country.

July 13, 2024

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Labour Insists on N250,000 Wage, to Meet Tinubu Next Week

Nigeria minimum wage negotiations, labor union talks, N250,000 wage demand, economic policy, Tinubu labor meeting,

July 12, 2024

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Nigeria Supreme Court Ruling Grants Local Government Autonomy, Sparks Debate

Nigeria's Supreme Court rules for financial autonomy of local governments, triggering mixed reactions from politicians and analysts on its implications.

July 12, 2024

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Nigeria’s Weekly Billion-Dollar Crypto Transactions Face Regulatory Scrutiny

Nigeria's booming cryptocurrency market, with transactions worth billions of dollars weekly, is facing increased regulatory scrutiny as authorities aim to balance innovation with financial stability and consumer protection, addressing concerns over money laundering and fraud.

July 12, 2024

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Ex-Power Minister Mamman Remanded Over Alleged N33bn Fraud

Ex-Power Minister Saleh Mamman has been remanded in Kuje prison over an alleged N33bn fraud, pending his bail hearing. The high-profile case highlights corruption in Nigeria’s power sector.

July 12, 2024

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Nigeria Faces Severe Teacher Shortage, Classroom Deficit, UBEC Reports

Nigeria's public primary schools are facing a critical shortage of teachers and classrooms, according to a UBEC report.

July 11, 2024

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Nigeria Ranks 5th Among African Nations Hit Hardest by Cost of Living Crisis

Nigeria ranks fifth among African countries hardest hit by the cost of living crisis, with inflation, currency devaluation, and supply chain disruptions driving up the prices of essential goods and services.

July 11, 2024

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President Tinubu to Meet With Organized Labour Today Over Minimum Wage

President Tinubu prepares for a decisive meeting with labor leaders to finalize Nigeria's minimum wage discussions.

July 11, 2024

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ECOWAS Court Finds Nigerian Government Violated Rights During #EndSARS Protests

The ECOWAS Court has ruled that Nigerian security forces violated the human rights of #EndSARS protesters in 2020. The court ordered compensation for victims and an investigation into the abuses.

July 11, 2024

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NBA Confirms Samoa Agreement Respects National Laws on LGBTQ+

The NBA clarifies that the Samoa Agreement respects Nigeria’s laws and does not include LGBTQ+ provisions.

July 10, 2024

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Dangote Accuses IOCs of Sabotage, Criticizes Tinubu’s Government

Aliko Dangote accuses International Oil Companies of sabotaging his refinery, raising concerns about Tinubu's government handling of the petroleum sector.

July 10, 2024