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Court Blocks Resident Doctors’ Planned January 12 Strike as Legal Battle With FG Deepens

KEY POINTS A National Industrial Court order has restrained resident doctors from embarking on a nationwide strike slated for January 12. The injunction follows a motion filed by the federal government pending a full hearing on January 21. Underlying disputes over welfare, arrears and...

January 10, 2026

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Rivers Assembly Confirms Impeachment Notices Served on Governor Fubara and Deputy

Rivers Assembly says impeachment notices alleging gross misconduct have been formally served on Governor Fubara and Deputy Governor Odu. Lawmakers list allegations including constitutional breaches, spending disputes, and obstruction of legislative activities. The state APC has rejected the process, warning it could deepen...

January 10, 2026

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Fury in Lagos as Traders Protest Owode-Onirin Killings

Traders protest Owode-Onirin killings in Lagos, demanding justice, police accountability, and laws to stop land grabbing and brutality.

October 7, 2025

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Tinubu Moves to Borrow $2.3bn, Float $500m Sukuk for 2025

Tinubu seeks NASS approval for $2.3bn external borrowing and $500m Sukuk to fund 2025 budget and refinance Eurobond.

October 7, 2025

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Tinubu Approves N4 Trillion Bond to Clear Power Sector Debts

Tinubu approves a ₦4 trillion bond to clear debts owed to power firms and gas suppliers, aiming to stabilise Nigeria’s electricity sector.

October 7, 2025

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Irabor Says Boko Haram Fighting War of Evil, Not Religion

Lucky Irabor says Boko Haram’s campaign is a war of evil, not religion, as leaders call for moral revival and national unity.

October 7, 2025

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Protesters shut Kaduna, accuse oil cabal of plotting to sabotage Dangote Refinery

Kaduna protesters accuse an oil cabal of sabotaging Dangote Refinery, demanding Tinubu defend the $20 billion project from vested economic interests.

October 7, 2025

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Naira Gains to N1,480 per Dollar on Parallel Market

The naira rises to N1,480 per dollar in the parallel market as CBN reforms improve liquidity and restore trader confidence.

October 7, 2025

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Soludo, Aregbesola, Others Urge FG to Fix INEC Before 2027

Soludo, Aregbesola, and other leaders urge urgent reforms to fix INEC before 2027 and restore credibility to Nigeria’s electoral system.

October 7, 2025

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NDLEA Dismantles Cocaine Cartel Behind Six UK Shipments

NDLEA dismantles a global cocaine syndicate tied to six UK shipments, arresting key suspects in coordinated raids across Nigeria.

October 6, 2025

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NiMet Warns of Three-Day Thunderstorms Across Nigeria

NiMet forecast warns of heavy rain, thunderstorms, and flash floods across Nigeria as states and agencies brace for potential weather impacts.

October 6, 2025

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Family Seeks Answers After Trader’s Abduction in Enugu

The family of trader Uchenna Okoro pleads for help after his abduction on the Enugu–Benue highway, amid rising kidnappings and official silence.

October 6, 2025

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Nigeria Shines with Three Golds at Para Badminton Event

Nigeria wins 3 gold, other medals at the International Para Badminton Championship in Abia, showcasing resilience and national pride.

October 6, 2025

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School Fees Soar, Parents Flock to ₦20,000 Jelesimi Centers

As school fees skyrocket, more Nigerian parents are returning to Jelesimi day care centers, exposing the growing education crisis and economic strain.

October 6, 2025