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Senate Confirms Tegbe, Enikanolaiye as Ministers

KEY POINTS The Senate confirmed Joseph Tegbe as Minister of Power and Sola Enikanolaiye as Minister of State for Foreign Affairs. Tegbe replaces former Power Minister Adebayo Adelabu, who resigned to pursue elective office. Enikanolaiye previously served as President Tinubu’s aide on foreign affairs...

May 7, 2026

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Aisha Yesufu Dumps ADC, Joins NDC, Declares FCT Senate Ambition

KEY POINTS Aisha Yesufu has resigned from the ADC and joined the NDC alongside Peter Obi. She announced plans to contest for the FCT senatorial seat in the 2027 elections. Yesufu said her defection reflects her continued commitment to Obi’s political vision for Nigeria. Popular...

May 7, 2026

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Shettima Returns to Abuja After After AU Summit in Ethiopia

KEY POINTS Shettima represented Nigeria at the African Union summit in Ethiopia and has...

February 17, 2026

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US Mission Warns Nigerians Against Visa Fraud

The US Mission in Nigeria renews its visa fraud warning, saying fraudulent applications and overstays will trigger stricter scrutiny for future applicants.

February 17, 2026

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Amni International Denies Receivership in Cenroc Dispute

Amni International denies it has entered receivership, saying a Federal High Court order in a Cenroc dispute is limited and under appeal.

February 16, 2026

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AON Urges Compliance as States Eye Airline Partnerships

AON supports state airline partnerships but warns regulators must enforce AOC rules to protect Nigeria’s aviation credibility and investor confidence.

February 16, 2026

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Tinubu Heads to Adamawa to Commission Major Projects After Kebbi Engagement

KEY POINTS Tinubu will visit Adamawa Monday to inaugurate roads, schools, judicial buildings, and...

February 16, 2026

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Fubara Explains ‘Calculated Weakness’ Strategy Amid Rivers Political Crisis

KEY POINTS Fubara says his calm posture during Rivers’ political crisis was a deliberate...

February 16, 2026

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Inferno Ravages Singer Market in Kano, Billions Lost and Seven Missing

A fire at Singer Market in Kano destroyed goods worth about ₦5 billion...

February 16, 2026

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Drug Smugglers Caught at Airports and Hideouts as NDLEA Uncovers Multi-Layered Trafficking Network

KEY POINTS NDLEA arrested multiple suspects at Nigerian airports, including couriers who swallowed cocaine...

February 16, 2026

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SERAP Drags CBN to Court Over Alleged Missing ₦3 Trillion in Public Funds

KEY POINTS SERAP has sued the CBN, alleging it failed to account for about...

February 16, 2026

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Sowore Demands Probe Into Dadiyata’s 2019 Abduction, Faults El-Rufai Over Silence

KEY POINTS Sowore demands an immediate police probe into officers allegedly linked to Dadiyata’s...

February 14, 2026

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Tinubu to Visit Kebbi for Project Launches, Cultural Festival Appearance

KEY POINTS Tinubu will visit Kebbi for a one-day official trip to inaugurate projects...

February 14, 2026

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Health Ministry Received N36 Million of N218 Billion Capital Vote

Only N36 million of N218 billion health capital funds were released in 2025, stalling projects and raising concerns over Nigeria’s healthcare financing.

February 14, 2026