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INEC Registers Two New Political Parties Ahead of 2027 General Elections

KEY POINTS INEC has registered the Democratic Leadership Alliance and the National Democratic Congress ahead of 2027. The DLA met all statutory requirements, while the NDC was registered following a court order. The registrations raise the total number of recognised political parties in Nigeria...
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EFCC Arraigns Ex-Federal University Dutsinma VC Over Alleged ₦19.7m Bribery Scheme

KEY POINTS EFCC has arraigned former Federal University Dutsinma VC, Prof. Armaya’u Hamisu Bichi, over alleged ₦19.7m bribery. The commission says he received kickbacks from contractors through two intermediaries. All defendants pleaded not guilty and were granted ₦5m bail each; trial begins 12 March...

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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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FCT to Sanction Schools Over Immunisation Non-Compliance

Abuja’s FCT Administration threatens sanctions as schools resist the new immunisation compliance drive.
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Nnamdi Kanu to Defend Himself as Lawyers Withdraw

Nnamdi Kanu takes over his legal defence after his lawyers withdraw, vowing to represent himself in his ongoing terrorism trial
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Governor Bago Declares War on Bandits, Unveils Security Force

Niger Governor refuses ransom and plans 10,000 task force recruits to strengthen security and curb bandit attacks.
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Nnamdi Kanu Drops Lawyers, To Defend Himself In Court

Nnamdi Kanu has taken over his own defence after his lawyers withdrew from the terrorism trial, challenging the Federal High Court’s jurisdiction
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INEC Registers Two New Political Parties Ahead of 2027 General Elections

KEY POINTS INEC has registered the Democratic Leadership Alliance and the National Democratic Congress...
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EFCC Arraigns Ex-Federal University Dutsinma VC Over Alleged ₦19.7m Bribery Scheme

KEY POINTS EFCC has arraigned former Federal University Dutsinma VC, Prof. Armaya’u Hamisu Bichi,...
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Suspected Thugs Attack ADC Secretariat in Edo

KEY POINTS Suspected thugs attacked the ADC secretariat in Benin, vandalising property and damaging...
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Trump Praises Nigeria’s First Lady Remi Tinubu at US National Prayer Breakfast

KEY POINTS US President Donald Trump publicly recognised Nigeria’s First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, at...

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