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Adelabu Quits as Power Minister to Chase Oyo Governorship Ambition

KEY POINTS Adebayo Adelabu has resigned as Minister of Power, effective April 30, 2026. He cited his intention to contest the Oyo State governorship and comply with electoral laws. His exit marks a significant development ahead of upcoming elections in the state. Nigeria’s Minister of...

April 23, 2026

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FG, States, LGs Share ₦2.036 Trillion as Taiwo Oyedele Chairs First FAAC Meeting

KEY POINTS FG, states, and LGs received allocations from March 2026 revenue, with oil-producing states getting ₦120.759 billion derivation. The finance minister chaired his first FAAC meeting, marking another ₦2 trillion-plus distribution this year. Statutory revenue increased, but VAT and key oil-related revenues recorded...

April 23, 2026

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IFC, ASR Africa Scale Up She Wins Africa Program

She Wins Africa will scale to 1,000 women-led businesses after its pilot cohort mobilized more than $4 million in financing across sub-Saharan Africa.

February 11, 2026

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Wike Expresses Confidence in Peace Talks as Tinubu Steps In to Resolve Rivers Political Crisis

KEY POINTS Wike says President Tinubu’s intervention is a major step toward resolving the...

February 11, 2026

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Tinubu Appoints Adesayo Micheal as New NEMSA Boss

KEY POINTS President Tinubu appointed Engr. Adesayo Michael as Managing Director/CEO of NEMSA and...

February 11, 2026

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Outrage as Lecturers Accuse FG of Selective Rollout of 40% Pay Rise Across Federal Universities

KEY POINTS The Federal Government announced a 40% pay rise and new allowances for...

February 11, 2026

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Amaechi Joins Protest at NASS, Urges Nigerians to Speak Up on Election Results Issue

KEY POINTS Amaechi joined protesters at the National Assembly opposing the Senate’s stance on...

February 11, 2026

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NDLEA Officer Killed During Drug Raid in Rivers After Suspects Launch Violent Counterattack

KEY POINTS An NDLEA officer died after sustaining injuries during a raid on a...

February 11, 2026

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Fubara Promises Port Harcourt Ring Road Will Be Ready This Year

KEY POINTS Governor Fubara says the 50km+ Port Harcourt Ring Road will be completed...

February 11, 2026

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Nigerian Killed in South Africa: Consulate Calls for Calm, Urges Community to Seek Justice Lawfully

KEY POINTS A Nigerian man, Emeka Clement Uzor, was killed in Johannesburg, prompting strong...

February 11, 2026

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Tinubu Vows to Crush Terrorism, Banditry as Security Tops Agenda at NEC Conference

KEY POINTS President Tinubu has vowed to defeat terrorism and banditry, describing insecurity as...

February 10, 2026

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Diezani Alison-Madueke’s Bribery Trial Continues in London Over Alleged Oil Contract Kickbacks

KEY POINTS Diezani Alison-Madueke’s bribery and corruption trial is ongoing in London over alleged...

February 10, 2026

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Access Bank Honours Herbert Wigwe and Family Two Years After Tragic Passing

KEY POINTS Access Bank has honoured the memory of its former Group Managing Director,...

February 10, 2026

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Nigeria Reopens Kebbi Borders, Releasing 2,000 Stranded Trucks

Kebbi border reopening frees over 2,000 trucks stranded at Nigeria’s borders with Benin and Niger, restoring cross-border trade and easing supply disruptions.

February 10, 2026