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Vote Buying Will Not Be Allowed in FCT Elections, INEC Chairman Warns

KEY POINTS INEC says vote buying will not be tolerated in the February 21 FCT council elections. Over 1.6 million voters, 570 candidates and thousands of observers will participate. Anti-corruption agencies and security forces will be deployed to ensure credible and peaceful polls. The chairman...
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JAMB Fixes Final Deadline as Over 1.5 Million Register for 2026 UTME

KEY POINTS JAMB says registration for the 2026 UTME will close February 26 with no extension. Over 1.5 million candidates have registered so far, though centres are underused. Candidates must obtain e-PINs early and complete registration before deadlines to avoid disqualification. The Joint Admissions and...

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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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Troops Crush Boko Haram, ISWAP Fighters in Borno and Yobe

Nigerian troops repelled Boko Haram and ISWAP attacks in Borno and Yobe, killing more than 50 fighters and recovering heavy weapons after fierce battles.
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Nigeria Approves $1 Billion Lagos Port Modernisation Project

Nigeria launches a $1 billion Lagos port modernisation project to boost efficiency, enhance capacity, and position its ports for global competitiveness.
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Wike, Elumelu Urge Stronger Investments to Tackle Poverty

Wike and Elumelu urge stronger investments to tackle poverty, calling for public-private collaboration to unlock Abuja’s and Africa’s economic potential
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Ondo Government Calms Public After DSS Terror Alert Leak

Ondo government reassures residents after DSS terror alert leak, confirming that active security measures are underway to keep the state safe.
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Cross River Closes 36 Unapproved Schools Over Registration

Cross River begins a major enforcement drive, shutting down 36 unapproved schools to restore standards and protect the integrity of education.
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Edo Moves to Regulate Scrap Dealers, Scavengers

Edo plans new scavenger regulation bill to curb vandalism, tighten scrap market control, and strengthen collaboration with the NSCDC.
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Vote Buying Will Not Be Allowed in FCT Elections, INEC Chairman Warns

KEY POINTS INEC says vote buying will not be tolerated in the February 21...
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JAMB Fixes Final Deadline as Over 1.5 Million Register for 2026 UTME

KEY POINTS JAMB says registration for the 2026 UTME will close February 26 with...
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Police Lock Down Abuja for FCT Elections With Citywide Movement Ban

KEY POINTS Police have deployed massive security across Abuja ahead of the February 21...
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Aiyedatiwa Denies Role in APC Secretariat Attack

KEY POINTS Governor Aiyedatiwa denied ordering an attack on APC leaders, saying he was...

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