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Court Adjourns El-Rufai Fraud Case to March 31 as Ex-Kaduna Governor Files Bail Application

KEY POINTS A Federal High Court in Kaduna adjourned Nasir El-Rufai’s alleged fraud case to March 31 to hear pending applications, including his bail request. Peter Obi condemned the reported arrest of a Kaduna cleric, warning that such actions threaten democracy and freedom of...

March 25, 2026

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Labour Party Signals 2027 Presidential Ticket Will Emerge from Southern Nigeria

KEY POINTS Labour Party initially indicated its 2027 presidential ticket would be zoned to Southern Nigeria. Party later clarified no formal zoning, reaffirming a competitive and democratic candidate selection process. LP has set May 23 for its presidential primary as it prepares for the...

March 25, 2026

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Bauchi Police Confirm Death in Farmer-Herder Clash

Police confirmed one death and five arrests after a violent farmer-herder clash in Bauchi, prompting tighter security and a deeper investigation

November 29, 2025

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Obasanjo Urges FG To End Apologies And Negotiations With Terrorists

Obasanjo urges the Federal Government to stop apologising and negotiating with terrorists and to adopt tougher action against rising attacks.

November 29, 2025

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7 Ways You Are Sabotaging Your Own Growth

Seven subtle habits can block your growth without you noticing. Learn how they show up and how to move past them.

November 29, 2025

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Senate Spokesman Denies Paying Ransom For Schoolchildren

Senate spokesman Yemi Adaramodu rejects claims of ransom payments in recent school abductions as lawmakers launch a probe into security lapses.

November 28, 2025

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EFCC Summons Former Justice Minister Malami

EFCC invites former Justice Minister Abubakar Malami for renewed questioning as investigators expand their probe and revisit decisions from his time in office

November 28, 2025

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Kaduna Widows Receive Free Homes from Adashe Initiative

Kaduna widows and orphans receive 100 free homes through the Adashe housing project, combining shelter, training, and empowerment for long-term self-reliance

November 28, 2025

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NNPCL Faces Scrutiny After Spending N17.5tn on Pipeline Security in One Year

NNPCL reports N17.5tn spent on pipeline security and fuel under-recovery in 2024 as analysts demand an audit and clearer government repayment.

November 28, 2025

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Safe Schools Project Stops in 30 States as Abductions Increase

Thirty states haven’t implemented the Safe Schools plan, leaving classrooms exposed as kidnappers intensify attacks across Nigeria.

November 28, 2025

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Indian Police Arrest 50 Nigerians in Major Drug Crackdown

Indian police arrest 50 Nigerians in coordinated raids that expose a drug network using encrypted routes, hawala channels and sex-trade links.

November 28, 2025

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Nigeria Says It Has Met Africa Energy Bank Obligations

Nigeria says it has fully met its Africa Energy Bank obligations, positioning the country for a stronger role ahead of the institution’s launch.

November 28, 2025

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CBN Orders Banks to Remove Misleading Adverts

The CBN has directed banks to remove misleading bank adverts, warning that deceptive promotional content threatens consumer trust and financial-market stability.

November 28, 2025

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OPay Opens New Office in Ibadan

OPay opens a new Ibadan office to strengthen customer support, expand its regional presence and deepen engagement across Nigeria’s southwest fintech market.

November 28, 2025