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FG, ASUU Sign New Deal, End 16-Year Stalemate With 40% Pay Rise for Lecturers

KEY POINTS Federal Government and ASUU conclude renegotiation of the 2009 pact after 16 years Academic staff to receive a 40% salary review effective January 2026 New allowances and funding commitments target stability and reduced strikes The Federal Government of Nigeria and the Academic Staff...
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Impeachment Push Against Governor Fubara Loses Steam as Two More Lawmakers Pull Out

KEY POINTS Two additional Rivers lawmakers step back from impeachment move against Governor Fubara Total withdrawals rise to four, weakening momentum within the Assembly Lawmakers cite peace, stability and stakeholder intervention as reasons The impeachment effort against Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his deputy,...

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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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Nigeria Rethinks Mathematics Exemption for Art Students

Nigerian universities are reconsidering the Mathematics exemption for art students amid debates on creativity, inclusivity, and academic balance.
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Google Partners With Nigeria to Train Civil Servants in AI

Nigeria’s civil service will start learning AI to make government smarter.
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Fubara Cancels ₦134bn CCECC Contract, Demands ₦20bn Refund

Governor Fubara cancels CCECC’s ₦134bn secretariat project in Rivers State and directs the refund of ₦20bn paid to the firm.
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Abia 2027: Otti Tells APC to Forget Election Rigging Plans

Otti warns APC over 2027 election plot in Abia, urging fair play and respect for INEC campaign rules.
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FG, ASUU Sign New Deal, End 16-Year Stalemate With 40% Pay Rise for Lecturers

KEY POINTS Federal Government and ASUU conclude renegotiation of the 2009 pact after 16...
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Impeachment Push Against Governor Fubara Loses Steam as Two More Lawmakers Pull Out

KEY POINTS Two additional Rivers lawmakers step back from impeachment move against Governor Fubara ...
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Kwankwaso Rejects Claims He Backed Gov Yusuf Defection to APC

KEY POINTS Kwankwaso denies backing any plan by Governor Abba Yusuf to leave NNPP ...
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NADECO USA Urges Emergency Rule in Northern Nigeria

NADECO USA has urged President Tinubu to declare a state of emergency in northern Nigeria, citing insecurity and risks to credible elections in 2027.

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