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Senate Confirms Usman Dakingari as Ambassador

KEY POINTS The Senate confirmed Usman Dakingari as a non-career ambassador and approved Ismail Yusuf as chairman and chief executive officer of the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria. The confirmations followed the adoption of a report by the Senate committee on foreign affairs after...

Senate Confirms Jamila Abubakar-Sadiq as INEC National Electoral Commissioner for North-East

KEY POINTS The Senate has confirmed Jamila Abubakar-Sadiq, a retired rear admiral, as INEC national electoral commissioner representing the North-East. Her confirmation followed a screening and recommendation by the Senate Committee on Electoral Matters. Senate President Godswill Akpabio expressed confidence that she will help...

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FG to Raise N1.23 Trillion to Settle Power Sector Debts

Nigeria’s Federal Government will raise N1.23 trillion to clear verified power sector debts, stabilising operations and supporting long-term investment in the electricity market.

US seizes Nigerian-owned supertanker over alleged crude theft

US forces seized a Nigerian-owned supertanker over alleged crude theft as experts raise concerns about Nigeria’s maritime oversight.

Owo Priest Recounts How Attackers Killed Over 40 Worshippers in Court Testimony

A priest recounted how gunmen and explosives tore through his Owo parish, leaving more than 40 worshippers dead and many injured.

Sanusi Faults Political Elite for Turning Public Office Into Family Property

Sanusi accused Nigeria’s political class of turning public office into personal property and urged young citizens to push for national reform.

Asian Shares Gain on Fed Rate-Cut Hopes

Asian stocks rise as investors build confidence around potential Fed rate cuts, lifting major regional indexes and improving overall market sentiment.

Nigeria Immigration Flags Passport Platform Disruptions

Nigeria Immigration Service warns of temporary passport platform delays as system glitches slow processing, assuring applicants that restoration efforts are underway.

Eat’n’Go Nigeria Opens New Chevron Outlet Nationwide

Eat’n’Go Nigeria opens a new outlet at Chevron, expanding its footprint across Lagos while offering promotions and loyalty incentives for customers.

Bayelsa Deputy Governor Collapses at Government House

Bayelsa’s deputy governor collapsed at Government House and was rushed to a hospital in Yenagoa, raising concern amid ongoing political shifts

Dangote Plans Dollar Dividends for Nigerian Shareholders

Dangote outlines a dollar dividend plan as his refinery moves toward a major NGX listing backed by rising export revenue

United Nigeria Grounds Jet After Bird Strike

A bird strike disruption forced United Nigeria to ground an aircraft, causing widespread delays and leaving passengers stranded across major routes.

INEC Chief Flags Fresh Fears Over Voter Roll

INEC warns that new registrations are rising but a long-neglected, unclean voter register could undermine election credibility unless citizens verify entries.

Dangote Launches N100 Billion Education Fund for Students

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Senate Confirms Usman Dakingari as Ambassador

KEY POINTS The Senate confirmed Usman Dakingari as a non-career ambassador and approved Ismail...

Senate Confirms Jamila Abubakar-Sadiq as INEC National Electoral Commissioner for North-East

KEY POINTS The Senate has confirmed Jamila Abubakar-Sadiq, a retired rear admiral, as INEC...

Appeal Court Affirms Wole Oluyede as PDP Governorship Candidate for 2026 Ekiti Election

KEY POINTS The Court of Appeal in Akure has affirmed Wole Oluyede as the...

IGP Urges Court to Dismiss El-Rufai’s N1bn Rights Violation Suit

KEY POINTS The IGP has asked a Federal High Court in Abuja to dismiss...