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Court Removes Julius Abure as Labour Party Chairman

KEY POINTS The Federal High Court removes Julius Abure as Labour Party chairman, recognising Nenadi Usman’s caretaker committee as legitimate. The 29-member Usman-led committee was formed to manage party affairs pending a national convention. Earlier court rulings supporting Abure were overturned by the Supreme...
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Malami Alleges DSS Denying Him Access to Family and Legal Team

KEY POINTS Former AGF Abubakar Malami alleges the DSS is denying him access to his family and legal team while he faces trial for alleged money laundering. Malami was re-arrested shortly after being granted N500 million bail, reportedly over an alleged discovery of arms...

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FG Stops Planned 15% Import Duty on Petrol and Diesel

Federal Government suspends 15% import duty on petrol and diesel to keep fuel prices stable and maintain market supply.
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Two Nigerians Dead, Two Rescued After Mediterranean Shipwreck

Two Nigerians were rescued while two others died after a migrant boat capsized off Libya, the IOM confirms.
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Lagos to Begin Eight-Month Lekki–Ajah Road Rehabilitation

Lagos begins an eight-month Lekki–Ajah road rehabilitation to improve traffic flow and enhance road infrastructure across the corridor.
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Nigeria Reverses Mother-Tongue Policy, Adopts English for Schools

Nigeria ends its mother-tongue education policy as English becomes the official language of instruction across all school levels.
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Defence Minister Says No Punishment for Soldier on Lawful Duty

Defence Minister Mohammad Badaru says soldiers on lawful duty will not face punishment, pledging stronger troop welfare and modernisation efforts.
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Civil Defence Board Urges Early Login For CBT

The Civil Defence Board directs shortlisted candidates to log in 30 minutes before their scheduled CBT to ensure a smooth online recruitment test
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Dangote’s Fortune Slips Below $30 Billion as Cement Shares Fall

Dangote’s wealth dips below $30 billion as cement shares fall on investor caution and Nigeria’s new capital gains tax.
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Nigeria Bans Sachet Alcohol and Small Bottles to Curb Abuse

Nigeria bans sachet and small-bottle alcohol. Enforcement begins January 2026 to reduce misuse and protect public health.
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Protest Erupts in Katsina as Bandit Attacks Leave 30 Abducted in One Week

Residents protest in Katsina after bandit attacks kill one and abduct more than 30 despite peace deal promises.
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Nigeria Data Economy: Who Owns the Country’s Digital Wealth?

Nigeria’s data economy is booming—but who really owns the country’s digital wealth and profits from it?
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Nigeria’s Local Rice Policy: Revolution or Illusion?

Nigeria’s local rice policy holds promise, but productivity issues and value‑chain gaps raise questions about whether real transformation is happening.
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Nigeria’s $3 Billion Palm Oil Market Races Toward Self-Sufficiency

Nigeria’s palm oil market is undergoing a revival as domestic producers and agritech drive a race toward self-sufficiency, value chain prominence.
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Court Removes Julius Abure as Labour Party Chairman

KEY POINTS The Federal High Court removes Julius Abure as Labour Party chairman, recognising...
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Malami Alleges DSS Denying Him Access to Family and Legal Team

KEY POINTS Former AGF Abubakar Malami alleges the DSS is denying him access to...
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Jandor Launches Official Website to Rally Support Ahead of 2027 Lagos Governorship Race

Abdul-Azeez Adediran (Jandor) launches www.jandoroflagos.com as a central hub for his 2027 Lagos...
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FG Fast-Tracks Trials of 5,000 Terrorism Suspects to Boost National Security

Nigeria moves to speed up terrorism trials, release unproven suspects, and use DNA to improve tracking of terrorists.

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