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Algorithms won’t decide 2027 elections, INEC chairman says as deepfake fears grow

INEC chairman Joash Amupitan says algorithms will not decide the 2027 elections, even as artificial intelligence shapes how Nigerians get information ahead of the polls.

Nigerian Air Force Orders Safety Checks After Fatal Igbokoda Crash

KEY POINTS The Nigerian Air Force has ordered stricter aircraft airworthiness checks, maintenance reviews and flight safety monitoring after the fatal Igbokoda crash. All 25 people aboard the ATR 42-500 aircraft, comprising 20 passengers and five crew members, died in the October 5 accident. ...

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Bello urges states to copy Lagos’s estimated billing ban

FCCPC chief Tunji Bello backed Lagos State's decision to end estimated billing and urged other states to roll out compulsory smart metering from 2026.

Oyedele: new Tax Acts target trust, not just revenue

Finance Minister Taiwo Oyedele said Nigeria's new Tax Acts target public trust, simplified compliance and relief for low earners, not just higher revenue collection.

Oloworaran warns 23 states over stalled pension reform

PenCom DG Omolola Oloworaran said only seven states and the FCT fully implement the Contributory Pension Scheme, leaving 23 states' civil servants in limbo.

Britain has no preferred candidate for Nigeria 2027 – Lever

British Deputy High Commissioner Gill Lever said the UK has no preferred candidate in Nigeria's 2027 elections and will not interfere in the vote.

Elumelu’s Transcorp pays N20.3bn dividend on profit jump

Tony Elumelu's Transcorp Group declared an N20.3 billion dividend after a 44 percent jump in 2025 profit after tax to N135.9 billion.

Tinubu Heads to Africa-France Summit as Leaders Push Digital Innovation and Green Growth Agenda

KEY POINTS President Tinubu arrived in Nairobi to attend the Africa-France Summit hosted by...

Adeleke Dethrones Osun Monarch Jailed in US Over COVID-19 Fraud

KEY POINTS Governor Ademola Adeleke has removed the Apetu of Ipetumodu after his conviction...

Tinubu Appoints Fadewa as Homeland Security Adviser

KEY POINTS President Tinubu has appointed retired Major General Adeyinka Fadewa as Special Adviser...

Ex-Jigawa Lawmaker Dies in Bandits’ Captivity

KEY POINTS Former Jigawa lawmaker Abba Anas died while in bandits’ captivity after being...

AltBank rolls out non-interest financing for drug makers

AltBank's Jekwu Ozoemene unveiled tailored non-interest financing for Nigerian pharmaceutical manufacturers, aiming to cut Africa's 97 percent dependence on drug imports.

Onitsha residents back Obi for 2027 as NDC zones to South

Onitsha residents rallied to endorse Peter Obi's 2027 presidential bid after the Nigeria Democratic Congress zoned its presidential ticket to Southern Nigeria.

FG Sets 150 as Minimum Cut-Off Mark for University, Nursing Admissions in Nigeria

KEY POINTS The Federal Government approved 150 as the minimum cut-off mark for universities...

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Algorithms won’t decide 2027 elections, INEC chairman says as deepfake fears grow

INEC chairman Joash Amupitan says algorithms will not decide the 2027 elections, even as artificial intelligence shapes how Nigerians get information ahead of the polls.

Nigerian Air Force Orders Safety Checks After Fatal Igbokoda Crash

KEY POINTS The Nigerian Air Force has ordered stricter aircraft airworthiness checks, maintenance reviews...

Taraba Pupils Study in Roofless School for Over 10 years

KEY POINTS Taraba pupils have reportedly studied in a roofless school for over 10...

Tinubu names Gov. Ademola Adeleke Osun coordinator of his 2027 presidential campaign

President Bola Tinubu has appointed Gov. Ademola Adeleke as Osun coordinator of his presidential campaign, and a pro-Adeleke council pledges 1.5 million votes.