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Peter Obi Declares 2027 Presidential Ambition

KEY POINTS Peter Obi confirms he will contest the 2027 presidential election as a principal candidate. He criticises President Tinubu for spending 23 days abroad in January amid worsening national challenges. Obi highlights insecurity, failing education, and power sector problems as urgent priorities. Former Labour...

FMC Abuja Denies Negligence in Death of Singer Ifunanya Nwagene After Snake Bite

KEY POINTS FMC Abuja says it made every effort to save singer Ifunanya Nwagene and denies negligence. Nwagene, a soprano with the Amemuso Choir, died after complications from a snake bite. The Abuja music community is mourning the loss of a promising young talent. The...

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FG Reforms Admission Rules, Drops Maths for Arts Students

Mathematics not compulsory for Arts students as FG reforms admission rules to expand access and create fairer opportunities across institutions.

Nigeria Losing Billions to Illicit Financial Flows, Says IMF

The IMF says illicit financial flows are worsening Nigeria’s revenue crisis as it pledges renewed support to track illegal fund movements.

Mbah’s Move to APC Can’t Weaken PDP, Says Ologunagba

PDP spokesman Debo Ologunagba says the party remains strong despite Governor Peter Mbah’s defection to the APC ahead of the 2027 elections.

Nigerian Student Deported for Breaching UK Visa Work Limit

Nigerian student deported for breaching UK visa work limit after father’s death pushed her to overwork to pay tuition fees.

Wike Denies Nominating Anyone for INEC Chairmanship

FCT Minister Nyesom Wike denies nominating anyone for INEC chairmanship, dismissing boycott rumors and crediting President Tinubu for Abuja’s progress.

Court Throws Out FG’s Evidence in Dasuki Money Laundering Case

The Federal High Court in Abuja has rejected fresh evidence the government tried to submit in Dasuki’s money laundering trial.

IMF Lifts Nigeria’s 2025 Growth Outlook to 3.9%

IMF raises Nigeria economic growth forecast 2025 to 3.9 percent, driven by stronger fundamentals, investor confidence, and fiscal reforms.

117 Northern Nigerian Students Depart for Algerian Scholarships

117 northern Nigerian students have departed for Algeria on fully funded scholarships to study medicine, engineering, and other fields

Cameroon Opposition Candidate Tchiroma Claims Election Victory

Opposition candidate Issa Tchiroma Bakary claims victory in Cameroon’s presidential election, challenging President Paul Biya’s 43-year rule

Tony Elumelu Urges Shift From Aid to Investment in Africa

Tony Elumelu urges a shift from aid to investment in Africa, calling for partnerships that prioritize entrepreneurship and sustainable growth.

ASUU Strike Halts Universities as Government Tightens Grip

ASUU strike shuts Nigerian universities as lecturers protest unpaid salaries and government enforcement intensifies across campuses.

Nigeria’s Host Community Fund Rises to ₦373bn

Nigeria’s NUPRC says the host community fund has hit ₦373bn, financing hundreds of new projects under the Petroleum Industry Act framework.

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Peter Obi Declares 2027 Presidential Ambition

KEY POINTS Peter Obi confirms he will contest the 2027 presidential election as a...

FMC Abuja Denies Negligence in Death of Singer Ifunanya Nwagene After Snake Bite

KEY POINTS FMC Abuja says it made every effort to save singer Ifunanya Nwagene...

Kano Senator Orders Defected NNPP Chairmen to Return Party Vehicles

KEY POINTS Senator Rufai Hanga has ordered defected NNPP local government chairmen in Kano...

World Bank Says Nigeria Portfolio Tops $16bn as Global Operations Chief Begins Country Visit

KEY POINTS World Bank says its active development projects and lending in Nigeria now...