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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...
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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...
In a surprising turn of events, former Benue State Governor Samuel Ortom urged Yahaya Bello, the immediate past governor of Kogi State, to surrender himself to the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) amid ongoing corruption investigations. Ortom's statement comes after Bello's recent absence from court hearings related to the EFCC probe.
Nigeria still faces significant fuel shortages despite local refineries like Dangote starting operations. Imported fuel disruptions and currency fluctuations exacerbate the crisis, impacting everyday life.
Lagos Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu and Senator Adetokunbo Abiru are advocating for the urgent dualization of the Ikorodu-Itokin Road, a vital artery for economic activity in the region. The road's rehabilitation and planned dualization are expected to significantly improve traffic flow and boost economic growth in Lagos State and beyond.
In Nigeria, over N3.41 trillion, or 92% of all currency, is held outside the banking system, severely disrupting monetary policy and economic stability.
The Federal Government of Nigeria launches the Labor Employment and Empowerment Programme (LEEP), targeting the creation of 2.5 million jobs in an effort to reduce poverty and promote economic growth.
Witness details how ex-Head of Service Oyo-Ita diverted N3 billion into private companies, implicating aides and several firms in a massive corruption scandal.