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Over 160 Killed in Kwara Village Massacre as Nigeria Battles Escalating Terror and Bandit Violence

KEY POINTS At least 162 people were killed in Woro village, Kwara State, in Nigeria’s deadliest attack of 2026 so far. Survivors say gunmen tied up residents, executed them, and burned homes after villagers rejected demands to submit to sharia. The massacre highlights Nigeria’s...

February 5, 2026

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Senate Rejects Mandatory Real-Time E-Transmission of Election Results

KEY POINTS Senate rejected a proposal to make real-time electronic transmission of election results mandatory. Lawmakers insist electronic transmission remains in law but under INEC’s discretion. PDP and civil society groups say the decision weakens transparency and threatens election credibility. The Nigerian Senate has rejected...

February 5, 2026

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October 11, 2025

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Governor Dapo Abiodun inaugurates the Gateway International Airport in Ogun State, opening a new chapter for aviation and regional growth.

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October 11, 2025

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The Benin Palace ends the imposition of the Yoruba-style Iyaloja title in Edo markets, reaffirming the sacred Iyeki system and local leadership.

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Why Nigeria’s Suicide Crisis Demands Urgent Reform

Nigeria’s suicide crisis worsens as punitive laws fuel stigma and silence. Experts push to decriminalise suicide attempts and expand mental health care.

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Lagos APC Praises Tinubu’s Pardon of Macaulay, 174 Others

Lagos APC hails Tinubu’s presidential pardon of Herbert Macaulay and others, describing it as a compassionate step toward justice and reconciliation.

October 10, 2025

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Obi Urges INEC to Verify Candidates’ Certificates Before 2027 Polls

Peter Obi has called on INEC to verify all candidates’ certificates ahead of the 2027 elections, stressing that truth and accountability must define Nigeria’s democracy.

October 10, 2025

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Parents Cry Out as Students Battle Hostel Shortage

Students across Nigerian universities struggle to find affordable housing as rent rises and hostel shortages worsen, sparking concerns among parents and experts.

October 10, 2025

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Reform Calls Grow as Amupitan Takes Charge of INEC

Nigerians and political parties outline reform expectations for INEC Chairman Amupitan, calling for credible elections, transparency, and stronger electoral reforms.

October 10, 2025

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