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Vote Buying Will Not Be Allowed in FCT Elections, INEC Chairman Warns

KEY POINTS INEC says vote buying will not be tolerated in the February 21 FCT council elections. Over 1.6 million voters, 570 candidates and thousands of observers will participate. Anti-corruption agencies and security forces will be deployed to ensure credible and peaceful polls. The chairman...

JAMB Fixes Final Deadline as Over 1.5 Million Register for 2026 UTME

KEY POINTS JAMB says registration for the 2026 UTME will close February 26 with no extension. Over 1.5 million candidates have registered so far, though centres are underused. Candidates must obtain e-PINs early and complete registration before deadlines to avoid disqualification. The Joint Admissions and...

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Businesses brace as Telcos’ Financial Strain Imperils Network Quality

Telecommunication companies face a mounting financial squeeze, casting a shadow over the reliability of...

IMF Urges Nigeria to End Electricity Subsidies

The IMF warns Nigeria against unsustainable fuel and electricity subsidies, highlighting the need for fiscal discipline to tackle the nation's economic challenges.

Oil Production Boosts Planned for Akwa Ibom State

Nigeria's oil production is poised for a significant boost with the commencement of operations at Oil Mining Lease (OML) 13 in Akwa Ibom State. The project, a collaboration between the state-owned Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) and its partners, marks a promising development for the country's energy sector.

President Tinubu, Chinese Firms Launch $200M Lithium Facility

President Tinubu inaugurates Nigeria's largest lithium processing plant in Nasarawa, signaling a major leap in renewable energy investments and sustainable mining practices.

Court Orders Suspension of Pro-Wike Speaker and Legislators in Rivers Drama

The Rivers State High Court has issued a directive for the suspension of Martin...

Over 107 Million Nigerians Now Enrolled in National ID Database

The National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) in Nigeria is making significant strides in its National Identity Number (NIN) enrollment drive. As of May 2024, over 107.3 million Nigerians have been captured in the national identity database. The NIMC is also working to expand capacity to enroll 250 million Nigerians and introducing a new multifunctional National ID Card that offers a variety of functionalities beyond just identification, including financial transactions, access to government services, and travel identification. 

MTN, Airtel’s FX Woes Mask Strong Q1 Performance

Amidst the backdrop of foreign exchange challenges, telecom giants MTN and Airtel have reported...

FirstNews Abducted Editor Resigns After Apology to Gbajabiamila

Olatunji resigns as editor following a controversial retraction and public apology to Gbajabiamila, sparking debates on media freedom and ethics.

Kaduna Relocates 359 Schools to Tackle Security Challenges

Due to escalating security threats, Kaduna State merges 359 schools into safer locations, safeguarding students and educational facilities.

NEITI Audits Oil, Gas, and Mining Industries to Boost Domestic Resource Mobilization

The Nigerian Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (NEITI) is embarking on a nationwide audit of the oil, gas and mining industries to strengthen domestic resource mobilization efforts for the Nigerian government.

Shell Contributed $1.09bn in Taxes in 2023

In 2023, Shell Nigeria paid $1.09 billion in taxes and royalties, underscoring its substantial financial contribution to the Nigerian government and its economic development.

Rivers New Factional Speaker Annuls Laws Passed by Defected Lawmakers

Rivers State finds itself embroiled in a legislative crisis as the newly elected factional...

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Vote Buying Will Not Be Allowed in FCT Elections, INEC Chairman Warns

KEY POINTS INEC says vote buying will not be tolerated in the February 21...

JAMB Fixes Final Deadline as Over 1.5 Million Register for 2026 UTME

KEY POINTS JAMB says registration for the 2026 UTME will close February 26 with...

Police Lock Down Abuja for FCT Elections With Citywide Movement Ban

KEY POINTS Police have deployed massive security across Abuja ahead of the February 21...

Aiyedatiwa Denies Role in APC Secretariat Attack

KEY POINTS Governor Aiyedatiwa denied ordering an attack on APC leaders, saying he was...