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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...

February 7, 2026

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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...

February 7, 2026

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Army, Family Clash Over Killing of Civilian in Delta

The killing of Ugochukwu Oghenekaro in Delta State has sparked outrage as his family accuses the Army of a cover-up and plans legal action.

October 16, 2025

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Obi, ADC, Dickson Condemn Growing Wave of Defections to APC

Peter Obi, ADC, and Seriake Dickson criticize mass defections to APC, warning that the moves threaten Nigeria’s democracy and reduce political competition.

October 16, 2025

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Nancy Mace Says Christians in Nigeria Face Genocide

Rep. Nancy Mace says killings of Christians in Nigeria amount to genocide. Tinubu rejects the claim, calling it exaggerated and divisive.

October 16, 2025

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ASUU Strike: NLC Condemns Tinubu No Work No Pay Policy

NLC rejects the no work no pay policy. Joe Ajaero says unpaid entitlements, not staff, cause ongoing strikes across the education sector.

October 16, 2025

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Faduri Slams Tinubu’s Presidential Pardons Over Justice Concerns

Faduri warns that Tinubu’s presidential pardons for convicts of serious crimes could erode justice, security, and trust in governance.

October 16, 2025

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Nigeria Issues ₦4 Trillion Bond to Clear Power Sector Debt

Nigeria rolls out a ₦4 trillion bond to settle GenCos’ arrears, restore electricity market stability, and revive investor confidence in the power sector

October 15, 2025

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NANS Gives ASUU, FG Seven Days to End Dispute

NANS gives ASUU ultimatum to end its dispute with the Federal Government, warning that another strike could cripple Nigeria’s academic calendar

October 15, 2025

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FG Urges Nigerians to Reject False Narratives About Country

FG calls on Nigerians to reject false narratives about Nigeria and shape a stronger, more accurate national image.

October 15, 2025

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NGO, NCoS Launch Farming Initiative to Train Inmates

NGO and NCoS partner to train inmates through a farming initiative designed to tackle food insecurity and promote rehabilitation.

October 15, 2025

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UniCal Evicts Senior Staff from Quarters Over Misuse Allegations

UniCal evicts staff from residential quarters over allegations of rent racketeering, sparking protests and claims of abuse by senior staff.

October 15, 2025

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Reps Launch Probe Into Excessive Bank Charges

Nigeria’s House of Representatives has ordered an investigation into arbitrary deductions by commercial banks and directed the CBN to publish a clear list of approved charges.

October 15, 2025

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Army Chief Warns Enemies, Says ‘Your Time Is Up’

Army chief Lt.-Gen. Olufemi Oluyede has warned criminals that their time is up as artillery units train in Kaduna to boost precision firepower and combat readiness.

October 15, 2025