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Lagos Assembly Budgets N55.4bn for Lawmakers’ Quarters, Complex Beautification in 2026

KEY POINTS Lagos Assembly plans to spend N55.4bn in 2026 on lawmakers’ quarters and beautification projects. Only N16bn is allocated to community-based infrastructure interventions. Budget reviews show a pattern of heavy spending on lawmakers’ welfare, vehicles, generators, and renovations despite wider public infrastructure challenges. The...
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Fresh Benue Attack Leaves 13 Dead as Gunmen Torch Market, Abduct Women

KEY POINTS Gunmen killed 13 people in an attack on Anwase Market in Kwande LGA, Benue State. The assault followed another attack two days earlier in Abande community. Community leaders warn of worsening insecurity as residents flee their homes amid repeated violence. Gunmen suspected to...

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Tinubu Replaces Service Chiefs in Major Military Shake-Up

Tinubu replaces service chiefs in a sweeping military shake-up aimed at strengthening Nigeria’s defence leadership and enhancing security operations nationwide.
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WHO Hails Africa’s Remarkable Strides Toward Ending Polio

WHO hails Africa’s progress in the fight against polio as digital tools, cross-border vaccination campaigns, and stronger health systems drive the continent closer to eradicating the disease.
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Senate To Deliver People-Centered 1999 Constitution Amendments

The Senate has pledged to deliver timely 1999 Constitution amendments, with Deputy Senate President Barau Jibrin urging swift action and unity among lawmakers.
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Aviation Experts Urge FG to Reopen Lagos Jet Fuel Pipeline

Aviation experts urge Federal Government to restore the long-closed Lagos airport fuel pipeline to improve safety, efficiency, and cost management
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Niger Delta Leaders Push Jonathan to Back Tinubu in 2027

Niger Delta leaders, led by Tompolo, are pressuring former President Goodluck Jonathan to drop his rumored 2027 presidential ambition.
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Election Integrity Non Negotiable, Says INEC Chairman Amupitan

INEC Chairman Prof. Joash Amupitan pledges to restore voter confidence and protect Nigeria’s democracy through credible, transparent elections.
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Dangote Refinery IPO May Make Him Africa’s First $100B Man

Aliko Dangote’s refinery listing could push his fortune past $100 billion, marking a new chapter in Africa’s industrial story.
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UN Praises Nigeria’s Efforts on Internal Displacement

UN leaders praise Nigeria’s durable displacement solutions Nigeria as a model for tackling internal displacement through national policy integration.
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Lagos Begins Compensation for Oworonshoki Demolition Victims

Lagos begins Oworonshoki demolition compensation, balancing urban renewal with citizen welfare and long-term waterfront development goals.
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NBTE Cautions Against Illegal Award of Polytechnic Certificates

NBTE cautions polytechnics against the illegal award of ND and HND certificates, pledging tougher oversight and prosecution of offenders.
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4.25 Million Nigerians Visually Impaired, Says NGO

An NGO warns that Nigeria’s vision-care gap puts more than 4.25 million lives at risk across the country.
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NAUB Lecturer Urges Preservation of University Act

A lecturer at NAUB asks President Tinubu and the National Assembly to preserve the University Act.
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Lagos Assembly Budgets N55.4bn for Lawmakers’ Quarters, Complex Beautification in 2026

KEY POINTS Lagos Assembly plans to spend N55.4bn in 2026 on lawmakers’ quarters and...
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Fresh Benue Attack Leaves 13 Dead as Gunmen Torch Market, Abduct Women

KEY POINTS Gunmen killed 13 people in an attack on Anwase Market in Kwande...
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Lassa Fever Outbreak Hits Plateau as State Confirms 11 Cases, Four Deaths

KEY POINTS Plateau State has confirmed 11 Lassa fever cases and four deaths across...
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JOHESU Suspends 84-Day Nationwide Strike After Fresh Agreement With Federal Government

KEY POINTS JOHESU has suspended its nationwide strike after 84 days, following a conciliation...

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