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PDP Candidate Dantani Withdraws from AMAC Race

KEY POINTS PDP’s AMAC candidate Zadna Dantani withdrew from the race and endorsed APC incumbent Christopher Maikalangu. His exit follows that of Bwari PDP candidate Julius Adamu, signaling a late shift in the FCT electoral contest. Voters will elect six chairmen and 62 councillors...
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Kunle Afolayan Seals Landmark Benin Partnership to Launch Pan-West African Mythology TV Epic

KEY POINTS Kunle Afolayan has partnered with the Benin Republic government to produce a major Orisha/Vodun-themed TV series. The project will use advanced technologies such as AI pre-visualisation and virtual environments to enhance production quality. The collaboration is expected to strengthen West African cultural...

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Rivers Lawmakers Loyal to Wike Defect to APC in Major Shake Up

KEY POINTS • Two Rivers senators defect from PDP to APC during Senate plenary• Six...
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Economic Hardship Debate Deepens As Radda Says FG Controls 52% Of Federation Revenue

Governor Dikko Radda says the Federal Government controls most federation revenue and should share responsibility for Nigeria’s economic hardship.
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NBA, Atiku Call For Suspension Of New Tax Laws Over Alleged Gazette Alterations

The NBA and Atiku Abubakar are demanding suspension of Nigeria’s new tax laws over alleged post-passage alterations.
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Nigeria Records 153 Measles Deaths In 11 Months, Over 19,000 Cases Confirmed

Nigeria has recorded 153 measles deaths in 11 months, with over 19,000 confirmed cases, mostly among unvaccinated children.
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CBN’s Global Investor Push Boosts Nigeria’s Economic Confidence

Nigeria’s CBN promotes reforms, policy stability, and market transparency to global investors, driving Eurobond demand and renewed confidence in the economy.
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Nigeria Lawmakers Approve Revised 2024 and 2025 Budgets

Nigeria’s House of Representatives approved revised 2024 and 2025 budgets, raising spending levels as the government adjusts to revenue limits and execution challenges.
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Makinde Says He Is Qualified to Lead Nigeria

Oyo Governor Seyi Makinde says his record in governance and business qualifies him for Nigeria’s presidency as 2027 political talks intensify.
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Nigeria Clears China of Role in Illegal Mining Claims

Nigeria’s government says illegal mining in Nigeria is driven by local actors, not China, as authorities outline reforms to tighten oversight and protect mining communities.
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Nigeria Leads Africa as Instant Payments Near $2 Trillion Milestone

Nigeria’s instant payments platform has set the pace in Africa, as digital transactions across the continent surge toward the $2 trillion mark.
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Lagos Governor Sanwo-Olu Swears in Speaker Obasa’s Son as Agege Chairman

KEY POINTS • Sanwo Olu urged the new Agege chairman to govern inclusively and avoid...
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Niger Governor Bago Receives Last Group of Rescued St Mary’s students

KEY POINTS • Niger governor receives remaining rescued students and staff in Minna• Federal Government...
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US Surveillance Flights Over Nigeria Signal Deeper Security Cooperation

US intelligence aircraft have flown repeatedly over Nigeria since November, reflecting deeper security ties amid violence and diplomatic tension.
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PDP Candidate Dantani Withdraws from AMAC Race

KEY POINTS PDP’s AMAC candidate Zadna Dantani withdrew from the race and endorsed APC...
Culture

Kunle Afolayan Seals Landmark Benin Partnership to Launch Pan-West African Mythology TV Epic

KEY POINTS Kunle Afolayan has partnered with the Benin Republic government to produce a...
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ADC Accuses Tinubu of Undermining Democracy Over Electoral Act Amendment, Threatens Nationwide Mobilisation

KEY POINTS ADC says Tinubu’s assent to the Electoral Act amendment threatens credible elections...
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Court Orders INEC to Register National Democratic Party

KEY POINTS A Federal High Court ordered INEC to register the National Democratic Party...

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