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Court Adjourns El-Rufai Fraud Case to March 31 as Ex-Kaduna Governor Files Bail Application

KEY POINTS A Federal High Court in Kaduna adjourned Nasir El-Rufai’s alleged fraud case to March 31 to hear pending applications, including his bail request. Peter Obi condemned the reported arrest of a Kaduna cleric, warning that such actions threaten democracy and freedom of...

March 25, 2026

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Labour Party Signals 2027 Presidential Ticket Will Emerge from Southern Nigeria

KEY POINTS Labour Party initially indicated its 2027 presidential ticket would be zoned to Southern Nigeria. Party later clarified no formal zoning, reaffirming a competitive and democratic candidate selection process. LP has set May 23 for its presidential primary as it prepares for the...

March 25, 2026

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Petrol Imports Dominate Nigeria Despite Rise In Local Refinery Output

Nigeria relied on imported petrol for 62% of fuel in 2025, with local refineries supplying only 38 percent of demand.

January 19, 2026

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Nigeria’s Power Debt Jumps To N6.5 Trillion As Unpaid Bills Threaten FG Bond Plan

Nigeria’s power sector debt climbs to N6.5 trillion as GenCos get partial payments, putting pressure on the government’s bond plan.

January 19, 2026

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Aid Cuts Deepen Hunger in Northeast Nigeria, WFP Says

WFP warns that aid cuts in northeast Nigeria are deepening hunger as funding shortfalls force sharp reductions in food and nutrition assistance across the region.

January 17, 2026

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US Approves $413 Million for Security Operations in Nigeria, Africa

The United States has allocated $413 million for security operations in Nigeria and West Africa, enhancing counter-insurgency efforts and deepening regional military cooperation.

January 16, 2026

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Nigeria Inflation Eases to 15.15% in December as NBS Revises Methodology

KEY POINTS Nigeria headline inflation slowed to 15.15 percent in December 2025, reflecting a...

January 16, 2026

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Dele Momodu Joins ADC, Warns Against One Party Drift in Nigeria

KEY POINTS Dele Momodu has formally joined the African Democratic Congress, citing concern over...

January 16, 2026

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FG Drops Defamation Case Against Natasha Akpoti Uduaghan

KEY POINTS The Federal Government formally withdrew criminal defamation charges against Senator Natasha Akpoti...

January 16, 2026

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FG, ASUU Sign New Deal, End 16-Year Stalemate With 40% Pay Rise for Lecturers

KEY POINTS Federal Government and ASUU conclude renegotiation of the 2009 pact after 16...

January 15, 2026

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Impeachment Push Against Governor Fubara Loses Steam as Two More Lawmakers Pull Out

KEY POINTS Two additional Rivers lawmakers step back from impeachment move against Governor Fubara ...

January 15, 2026

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Kwankwaso Rejects Claims He Backed Gov Yusuf Defection to APC

KEY POINTS Kwankwaso denies backing any plan by Governor Abba Yusuf to leave NNPP ...

January 15, 2026

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FG Moves to Revoke Oil Block Licenses Over Delays

Nigeria’s government plans to revoke oil block licenses held without development, warning investors of strict timelines and no refunds under the current licensing round.

January 15, 2026

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FG Threatens Contract Cut on Ibadan-Ilesha Road Project

Nigeria’s works minister warns contractors on the Ibadan-Ilesha expressway to begin urgent palliative repairs or risk losing half of the project scope.

January 14, 2026