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Kano Assembly Begins Impeachment Process Against Deputy Governor

KEY POINTS The Kano State House of Assembly has initiated impeachment proceedings against Deputy Governor Aminu Gwarzo over allegations of gross misconduct and abuse of office. Lawmakers claim he received hundreds of millions of naira in kickbacks from local government councils and authorised controversial...

March 6, 2026

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Court Clears Suspended DCP Abba Kyari of Asset Declaration Charges Filed by NDLEA

KEY POINTS A Federal High Court in Abuja has discharged and acquitted suspended Deputy Commissioner of Police Abba Kyari of a 23-count charge of alleged asset non-declaration. The court ruled that the NDLEA failed to provide credible evidence linking Kyari to the properties cited...

March 6, 2026

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Senate Probes Ministers on Failed School Safety Plan

The Senate has intensified its probe into the safe school initiative as rising attacks renew concerns over funding, oversight and stalled protection efforts

December 4, 2025

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US Firm Withdraws Nigeria’s Presidential Jet Listing

JetHQ has removed Nigeria’s presidential jet from its listings, creating new uncertainty around the sale and the government’s stalled disposal plan

December 4, 2025

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Suspects Detail How Ogun FRSC Officer and Daughter Were Killed in Osun

Police say an FRSC officer and her daughter were lured from Ogun to Osun, where suspects carried out a ritual murder.

December 4, 2025

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Marafa Backs Trump’s Threat Of Military Action Against Nigeria

Kabiru Marafa backs Donald Trump’s threat of military action in Nigeria, claiming the warning could force stronger action on insecurity.

December 4, 2025

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US Issues Visa Ban On Nigerians Linked To Anti-Christian Violence

The United States announces new visa restrictions for Nigerians accused of involvement in anti-Christian violence and religious freedom abuses.

December 4, 2025

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Senate Opens Inquiry Into Funding of Safe Schools Initiative

The Senate opens a broad probe into Safe Schools Initiative funding as continued school attacks raise urgent questions over accountability and implementation.

December 4, 2025

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Auditor Faults NNPC Over £14 Million London Office Spending

Nigeria’s auditor flags £14.3 million in unverified spending at NNPC’s London office, intensifying scrutiny of the oil company’s financial controls

December 3, 2025

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PDP Issues Expulsion Certificates to Wike, Fayose and Nine Others

PDP has issued expulsion certificates to 11 top figures, including Wike and Fayose, as the party tightens internal discipline.

December 3, 2025

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Caverton Unveils Nigeria’s First Electric Ferry

Caverton launches Nigeria’s first electric ferry as it moves toward cleaner marine transport and strengthens its position in the country’s waterway transport sector

December 3, 2025

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19 Kidnapped as Gunmen Target Rivers Students and Imo Bus

Gunmen abduct Rivers university students and seize a passenger bus in Imo as lawmakers demand stronger federal action.

December 3, 2025

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US Lawmakers Challenge Nigeria’s Position on Attacks Against Christians

US lawmakers question Nigeria’s stance on Christian killings as a joint congressional probe examines violence, sanctions and pressure on Abuja.

December 3, 2025

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Dangote Cement Shares Jump 10 Percent in Fresh Rally

Dangote Cement shares jumped 10 percent today, fueled by investor optimism, strong earnings, and expectations of continued growth in Nigeria’s cement market.

December 3, 2025