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INEC Sets February 21 for Rivers Bye Elections

KEY POINTS • INEC schedules Rivers State bye elections for February 21, 2026• Vacancies arose from a resignation and a death in the state assembly• Polls follow months of political crisis and federal intervention Nigeria’s electoral commission has fixed February 21, 2026 as the date for...
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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 Rivers House of Representatives members also join the ruling party• Senate leaders dismiss fears of Nigeria sliding into a one party systeM Nigeria’s ruling party tightened its grip on the National...

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Afe Babalola Warns Nigeria’s Debt Crisis Hurts Investor Confidence

Afe Babalola warns Nigeria’s debt crisis is hurting investor confidence and calls for fiscal discipline, leadership reform, and stronger economic management.
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Pregnant and Forgotten: Plateau’s Displaced Women Struggle for Care

Across Bokkos, Barkin Ladi, Mangu, and Riyom, displaced families struggle to survive without aid or shelter. Their stories reveal a quiet crisis of neglect and resilience.
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Nigeria’s 270 Hidden Terrorist Enclaves Exposed in New Security Report

A report exposes 270 terrorist enclaves in Nigeria, showing how violence spreads through rural communities and endangers lives nationwide.
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CP Dantawaye Miller Assumes Office as FCT Police Commissioner

CP Dantawaye Miller takes over as FCT Police Commissioner, vowing to strengthen community partnerships and reinforce security across Abuja.
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OpenAI to Launch First African AI Academy at UNILAG

OpenAI, backed by Adebayo Ogunlesi, announces its first African AI academy at UNILAG to advance AI research and talent development in Nigeria.
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Presidential Pardon List Faces Review After Public Outcry

The presidency moves to review Nigeria’s presidential pardon list after public backlash over controversial inclusions and objections from key security agencies.
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Olowu of Kuta Hails Ooni of Ife at 51, Calls Him a Rallying Point

Olowu of Kuta, Oba Hammed Oyelude Makama, celebrates Ooni of Ife at 51, lauding his role as a unifier and promoter of Yoruba tradition.
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Nigeria’s Crude Output Reaches 454 Million Barrels in Nine Months

Nigeria’s crude oil production reached 454.28 million barrels in nine months, driven by condensate output despite periodic disruptions and maintenance delays
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Eight Security Officers Killed in Zamfara Ambush

Eight security officers were killed in a Zamfara bandit attack, highlighting worsening insecurity and mounting risks for police patrols
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Treat Mental Health As National Priority, Vanguard Editor Tells Nigerians

Vanguard Editor Eze Anaba urges Nigerians to show empathy toward mental health struggles and support decriminalizing suicide attempts.
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Dollar to Naira Exchange Rate Slips to ₦1,463

The dollar to naira exchange rate steadied near ₦1,460 officially and ₦1,500 on the street amid tight dollar supply and strong demand.
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Amupitan Pledges Credible Elections, Says Losers Will Congratulate Winners

INEC chair Joash Amupitan promises credible elections where losers congratulate winners under his leadership.
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INEC Sets February 21 for Rivers Bye Elections

KEY POINTS • INEC schedules Rivers State bye elections for February 21, 2026• Vacancies arose...
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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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