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Nigeria’s Inflation Edges Up to 15.38% in March After Year of Decline

KEY POINTS Headline inflation rose to 15.38% in March 2026, its first increase in 12 months. Monthly inflation accelerated sharply, with both headline and core rates rising significantly. Food and core inflation declined year-on-year, but short-term price pressures remain evident. Nigeria’s headline inflation rate climbed...

Plateau Government Eases Curfew in Jos North as Security Situation Improves

KEY POINTS Plateau State reduced the Jos North curfew to 7:00 p.m. – 5:00 a.m. following improved security conditions. The decision was made after consultations and reviews with security agencies. Residents were commended for cooperation and urged to remain vigilant while peace efforts continue. The...

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Sowore Demands Probe Into Dadiyata’s 2019 Abduction, Faults El-Rufai Over Silence

KEY POINTS Sowore demands an immediate police probe into officers allegedly linked to Dadiyata’s...

Tinubu to Visit Kebbi for Project Launches, Cultural Festival Appearance

KEY POINTS Tinubu will visit Kebbi for a one-day official trip to inaugurate projects...

Health Ministry Received N36 Million of N218 Billion Capital Vote

Only N36 million of N218 billion health capital funds were released in 2025, stalling projects and raising concerns over Nigeria’s healthcare financing.

INEC Announces Date for Presidential Election in 2027

KEY POINTS INEC scheduled presidential and National Assembly elections for February 20, 2027. Governorship...

Makinde Crowns 14 Oyo Chiefs as Obas in Major Traditional Leadership Elevation

KEY POINTS Governor Makinde elevated 14 Oyo chiefs and Baales to crown-wearing Obas...

INEC Seeks N873.8 Billion for 2027 Elections

INEC proposes N873.8 billion for the 2027 elections, separating the poll budget from its 2026 spending plan and seeking flexible funding.

FG Lists 15 Million Households for Cash Support

Nigeria says 15 million households are in its Benefit Register for conditional cash transfers, distinct from the broader National Social Register.

NELFUND Denies Diversion of Student Loan Funds at UniAbuja

NELFUND says student loan disbursement at the University of Abuja was not diverted, dismissing media allegations and citing compliance procedures.

Professor Abducted on Highway Dies After Year in Captivity

KEY POINTS A Nigerian Army University Biu professor died in Boko Haram captivity nearly...

Workers Storm NAFDAC Office in Lagos Over Sachet Alcohol Ban Dispute

KEY POINTS Food and beverage workers protested at NAFDAC’s Lagos office demanding reversal of...

INEC Declines to State Position as Senate Reverses Stance on Real-Time Election Result Transmission

KEY POINTS INEC declined to comment on the electoral amendment controversy until lawmakers complete...

Shettima Lands in Ethiopia for AU Summit Talks on Africa’s Future

KEY POINTS Shettima is representing Nigeria at the AU summit in Ethiopia, where leaders...

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Nigeria’s Inflation Edges Up to 15.38% in March After Year of Decline

KEY POINTS Headline inflation rose to 15.38% in March 2026, its first increase in...

Plateau Government Eases Curfew in Jos North as Security Situation Improves

KEY POINTS Plateau State reduced the Jos North curfew to 7:00 p.m. – 5:00...

Agboola Ajayi Declares 2027 Senate Bid

KEY POINTS Ajayi declares 2027 Senate bid, citing extensive political experience across all levels...

United Nigeria Airlines Grounds CRJ-900 Aircraft After Bird Strike at Abuja Airport

KEY POINTS A United Nigeria Airlines CRJ-900 aircraft was grounded after a bird strike...