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Lagos to Close Apongbon Bridge for Six Weeks as Federal Government Begins Major Repairs

KEY POINTS Lagos will shut Apongbon Bridge from February 5 to March 19, 2026, for major repairs by the Federal Ministry of Works. Repairs will be executed in phases, with traffic diversions and alternative routes provided for motorists. The project aims to fix severe...

February 5, 2026

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Court Blocks Admission of Key Documents in Yahaya Bello’s ₦80.2bn Fraud Trial Over Missing Receipts

KEY POINTS Court refused to admit CTCs of documents in Yahaya Bello’s trial due to absence of payment receipts. Defence attempted to tender documents from another Federal High Court, but prosecution raised a procedural objection. Trial was adjourned to February 5, 2026, for continuation...

February 5, 2026

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Nigeria to Launch 2025 Oil, Gas Licensing Round

Nigeria’s 2025 licensing round opens in December, with new gas-focused blocks aimed at boosting exploration and investment.

November 11, 2025

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UI Hands Degrees to 5,900 as First-Class Ranks Grow

UI graduates 5,900 students as first-class numbers rise, marking improved performance across faculties despite persistent funding and systemwide pressures.

November 11, 2025

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Activist Urges Fairness in Regina Daniels Dispute

Activist Tony Dania urges fairness and calm as public reactions intensify over the escalating Regina Daniels–Ned Nwoko family dispute.

November 11, 2025

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OsunOpenLG 2.0 launches “Amoye” AI to boost local governance

OsunOpenLG 2.0 debuts with the Amoye AI Chatbot, expanding transparency efforts and strengthening citizen engagement across Osun State local governments.

November 11, 2025

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Gates Foundation to Invest $1.4 Billion in Climate-Resilient Farming

The Gates Foundation commits $1.4 billion to climate adaptation efforts aimed at improving food security and helping farmers across Africa and Asia withstand climate change.

November 11, 2025

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Aliko Dangote to Seal $1 Billion Industrial Deal in Zimbabwe

Aliko Dangote eyes a $1 billion project in Zimbabwe covering cement, coal, and power to drive industrial growth.

November 11, 2025

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Southeast Nigeria Gripped by Violence as Amnesty Counts 1,800 Dead

Amnesty International reports over 1,800 deaths in southeast Nigeria, blaming both separatists and security forces for widespread violence.

November 11, 2025

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Dickson, Amaechi Raise Alarm Over Election Fraud Ahead of 2027

Dickson and Amaechi warn election rigging is a coup against democracy, urging stronger reforms before Nigeria’s 2027 elections.

November 11, 2025

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Nwoko, Daniels Clash Publicly as Marriage Frays

A once-glamorous marriage collapses into a public feud as Regina Daniels and Senator Nwoko trade accusations, denials and emotional appeals.

November 10, 2025

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Nigeria’s Crude Earnings Slump 43% Despite Output Recovery

Nigeria’s crude earnings plunged 43 percent in 2024, exposing fiscal strain and transparency gaps despite higher production and naira-driven gains.

November 10, 2025

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FCSC Pledges Smoother CBT Exams Amid Transition

FCSC announces steps to address 2025 CBT exam challenges and improve candidate experience nationwide.

November 10, 2025

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Nigerian Navy Rescues Crew From Distressed Vessel

The Nigerian Navy rescued 10 crew members from MV SEMA III, reinforcing maritime safety and demonstrating rapid response capabilities along Nigeria’s southeastern coastal waters

November 10, 2025