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ADC Gains 10 Lawmakers as Wave of Defections Rocks House of Representatives Ahead of 2027

KEY POINTS ADC gained 10 lawmakers in the House of Representatives following defections from LP, PDP, and APC. Several other legislators switched to APC, Accord, LP, and APP across multiple states. Defecting lawmakers cited internal party crises as the main reason for their moves...

April 1, 2026

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Bauchi Governor Bala Mohammed Signals Possible Exit from PDP

KEY POINTS Bauchi Governor Bala Mohammed says he may leave the PDP, describing the party as “headless” amid internal crises. He met with ADC leaders and set up committees to evaluate options, including possible engagement with the APC. ADC’s Babachir Lawal welcomed the talks,...

April 1, 2026

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NUPRC Chief Sees Opportunity in Nigeria’s Upstream Revival

Nigeria’s new upstream regulator says clear rules, collaboration, and technology will unlock investment and raise oil and gas output under the Petroleum Industry Act.

December 24, 2025

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UNN Names Chimamanda Adichie Visiting Professor

The University of Nigeria, Nsukka, is strengthening academic excellence by appointing Chimamanda Adichie and other global scholars as visiting professors.

December 24, 2025

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Transport Fares Rise in October as Okada Costs Surge

Transport fares rose across Nigeria in October, led by sharp increases in motorcycle travel, as inflationary pressures continue to strain household budgets.

December 24, 2025

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INEC Sets February 21 for Rivers Bye Elections

KEY POINTS • INEC schedules Rivers State bye elections for February 21, 2026• Vacancies arose...

December 24, 2025

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Rivers Lawmakers Loyal to Wike Defect to APC in Major Shake Up

KEY POINTS • Two Rivers senators defect from PDP to APC during Senate plenary• Six...

December 24, 2025

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Economic Hardship Debate Deepens As Radda Says FG Controls 52% Of Federation Revenue

Governor Dikko Radda says the Federal Government controls most federation revenue and should share responsibility for Nigeria’s economic hardship.

December 24, 2025

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NBA, Atiku Call For Suspension Of New Tax Laws Over Alleged Gazette Alterations

The NBA and Atiku Abubakar are demanding suspension of Nigeria’s new tax laws over alleged post-passage alterations.

December 24, 2025

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Nigeria Records 153 Measles Deaths In 11 Months, Over 19,000 Cases Confirmed

Nigeria has recorded 153 measles deaths in 11 months, with over 19,000 confirmed cases, mostly among unvaccinated children.

December 24, 2025

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CBN’s Global Investor Push Boosts Nigeria’s Economic Confidence

Nigeria’s CBN promotes reforms, policy stability, and market transparency to global investors, driving Eurobond demand and renewed confidence in the economy.

December 24, 2025

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Nigeria Lawmakers Approve Revised 2024 and 2025 Budgets

Nigeria’s House of Representatives approved revised 2024 and 2025 budgets, raising spending levels as the government adjusts to revenue limits and execution challenges.

December 23, 2025

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Makinde Says He Is Qualified to Lead Nigeria

Oyo Governor Seyi Makinde says his record in governance and business qualifies him for Nigeria’s presidency as 2027 political talks intensify.

December 23, 2025

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Nigeria Clears China of Role in Illegal Mining Claims

Nigeria’s government says illegal mining in Nigeria is driven by local actors, not China, as authorities outline reforms to tighten oversight and protect mining communities.

December 23, 2025