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Adelabu Quits as Power Minister to Chase Oyo Governorship Ambition

KEY POINTS Adebayo Adelabu has resigned as Minister of Power, effective April 30, 2026. He cited his intention to contest the Oyo State governorship and comply with electoral laws. His exit marks a significant development ahead of upcoming elections in the state. Nigeria’s Minister of...
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FG, States, LGs Share ₦2.036 Trillion as Taiwo Oyedele Chairs First FAAC Meeting

KEY POINTS FG, states, and LGs received allocations from March 2026 revenue, with oil-producing states getting ₦120.759 billion derivation. The finance minister chaired his first FAAC meeting, marking another ₦2 trillion-plus distribution this year. Statutory revenue increased, but VAT and key oil-related revenues recorded...

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UNICEF: 4.9M Nigerian Children Need Urgent Help

UNICEF's 2024 report reveals 4.9 million Nigerian children urgently need aid, with critical gaps in education, health, and living conditions
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NNPCL Challenges Dangote Refinery’s Import Licence Suit

NNPCL counters Dangote Refinery’s bid to monopolize petroleum imports, arguing the suit doesn’t hold water and could be ruinous to the economy.
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Troops’ Welfare And Nigeria’s Protection My Top Priority, Acting COAS

The Lt. Gen Oluyede is rallying the Nigerian Army to remain focused in turning the tide regarding insecurity, as the handover to the Infantry Corps happens, with priority given to troop welfare and national security.
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Band A Customers in Akoka Protest Over Two-Hour Power Supply

Akoka residents protest against poor power supply, receiving only two hours of electricity daily despite being Band A customers
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Mali, Burkina Faso Terrorists Now Active In Northwest Niger State

The Senate on Thursday called for immediate action to arrest terrorists infiltrating from Mali-Burkina Faso to Nigeria's northwest and Niger state, stressing the need for military capacity and community engagement.
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Urging Tinubu to declare emergency on drug abuse, NDLEA

Marwa, NDLEA Chair, appeals for Tinubu to declare a drug abuse emergency over latest worrying trends.
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Prof. Gambari: Africa Must Harness Youth to Leapfrog Development

African youth should be leveraged for development in digital economy and other inclusive strategies, Prof. Gambari urges.
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FG To Set Up National Youth Development Bank

FG unveils National Youth Development Bank to enhance empowerment of Nigerian youth, boost economic transformation, Northern development a priority.
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Ajayi Heads to Court as Aiyedatiwa Gets Certificate of Return

PDP, SDP reject Ondo election result, head to court to challenge Ondo election result, citing irregularities amid Aiyedatiwa's win.
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Tinubu Requests Senate Approval for ₦1.7 Trillion External Loan

Tinubu seeks ₦1.7 trillion loan to address the 2024 deficit, proposing key borrowing and welfare program changes.
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Nigeria’s 2025 Budget: Lowest in Seven Years

Nigeria’s 2025 budget, despite being a record high in naira terms, is the lowest in dollar value since 2018 due to devaluation impacts
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Flood Crisis: Govts Extends Resumption Date For Bayelsa Schools Underwater

Reopening of Bayelsa schools delayed by flooding as government shifts resumption to Nov 25.
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Adelabu Quits as Power Minister to Chase Oyo Governorship Ambition

KEY POINTS Adebayo Adelabu has resigned as Minister of Power, effective April 30, 2026. ...
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FG, States, LGs Share ₦2.036 Trillion as Taiwo Oyedele Chairs First FAAC Meeting

KEY POINTS FG, states, and LGs received allocations from March 2026 revenue, with oil-producing...
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Senate Orders Full Probe Into Boko Haram Attacks on Military Bases in Borno

KEY POINTS The Senate ordered a full military audit following deadly attacks on bases...
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Court Orders DSS to Detain Six Suspects Over Alleged Terrorism in Abuja

KEY POINTS Six defendants were arraigned in Abuja on a 13-count charge of alleged...