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South Africa releases Fani-Kayode’s speech after protest over livestream omission

South Africa released Femi Fani-Kayode’s speech after the Nigerian high commissioner questioned its absence from a livestream of a diplomatic ceremony.

Amupitan denies owning pro-APC X account amid questions over INEC neutrality

INEC Chairman Joash Amupitan has denied operating an X account accused of expressing support for the APC and President Tinubu during the 2023 elections.

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Nigeria showcases $125m housing PPP model to 36 African delegations in Addis Ababa

Nigeria has pitched its Renewed Hope housing partnership to delegations from 36 African countries in Addis Ababa, citing about $125 million in private investment.

Diesel Tanker Explodes Under Otedola Bridge in Lagos

KEY POINTS A diesel tanker fell off Otedola Bridge and exploded on the Lagos-Ibadan...

Nigeria’s Power Grid Suffers Disruption

KEY POINTS Nigeria's 330kV transmission network suffered multiple trippings on Monday, disrupting electricity supply...

Sanwo-Olu reportedly orders LAWMA boss Muyiwa Gbadegesin to resign over Lagos waste crisis

Lagos Gov. Babajide Sanwo-Olu has reportedly ordered LAWMA managing director Muyiwa Gbadegesin to resign over the state’s worsening waste crisis, an agency insider says.

SERAP sues INEC over alleged failure to account for N126 billion in electoral funds

SERAP has sued INEC at the Federal High Court in Abuja over its alleged failure to account for more than N126 billion in electoral funds flagged by the Auditor-General.

Angry Zamfara Youths Block Deputy Governor’s Convoy

KEY POINTS Angry youths blocked Deputy Governor Mani Mummuni’s convoy in Gwashi. At least...

Boko Haram Attack Kills Five Security Operatives in Adamawa

KEY POINTS Five security operatives are feared killed in attacks on two Adamawa communities. ...

FG renews push for 1 million CNG vehicles as about 120,000 are converted so far

The federal government has renewed its push for one million CNG vehicles to cut transport fares, with about 120,000 vehicles converted so far, officials say.

Private jet loses door after Abuja takeoff, lands safely as NSIB opens probe

A Triton Aviation business jet lost its door after taking off from Abuja and landed safely with nine people aboard, and NSIB is investigating.

Troops destroy Lakurawa camps in Sokoto forest, kill several fighters

Nigerian troops overran a Lakurawa enclave in Sokoto’s Waria Forest, killing several fighters, destroying camps and recovering weapons and five motorcycles, the military said.

Borno’s Guzamala council chairman says troops repelled a two-hour terrorist attack on a military post

Suspected Boko Haram fighters attacked a military post in Mairari, Borno State, on Tuesday night; the council chairman says troops repelled them and no civilians died.

Lagos banker and seven others arraigned over alleged N710 million proof-of-funds fraud

A Lagos banker and seven others have been arraigned on a 12-count charge over an alleged N710 million proof-of-funds fraud, according to the Police Special Fraud Unit.

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South Africa releases Fani-Kayode’s speech after protest over livestream omission

South Africa released Femi Fani-Kayode’s speech after the Nigerian high commissioner questioned its absence from a livestream of a diplomatic ceremony.

Amupitan denies owning pro-APC X account amid questions over INEC neutrality

INEC Chairman Joash Amupitan has denied operating an X account accused of expressing support for the APC and President Tinubu during the 2023 elections.

EU warns of rising violence, hate speech ahead of Nigeria’s 2027 elections

The European Union has expressed concern over election-related violence, hate speech and political intimidation in Nigeria as preparations continue for the 2027 general elections.

Nigerian-born Emehelu makes history as New Jersey Lieutant governor

Nigerian-born lawyer Shirley Emehelu has assumed office as New Jersey's lieutenant governor, becoming part of a historic female-led state administration.