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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...
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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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Court Blocks Resident Doctors’ Planned January 12 Strike as Legal Battle With FG Deepens

KEY POINTS A National Industrial Court order has restrained resident doctors from embarking on...
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Rivers Assembly Confirms Impeachment Notices Served on Governor Fubara and Deputy

Rivers Assembly says impeachment notices alleging gross misconduct have been formally served on...
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Presidency Sets N12.2bn For Travel In 2026 As State House Budget Hits N43.2bn

The 2026 budget shows heavy travel spending by the Presidency, with the State House allocation rising to N43.2 billion.
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Why Africa’s Push For Visa-Free Travel Is Gaining Momentum

Advocacy for visa-free Africa grows as leaders, experts, and youth push freer movement to boost trade, jobs, and continental unity.
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Zenith Bank Rally Lifts Jim Ovia’s Stake by $18.5 Million

A steady rally in Zenith Bank shares has increased the value of founder Jim Ovia’s stake by $18.5 million as investors favor dividend-paying lenders.
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Nigeria Allocates ₦822 Billion to Digital Economy Over Six Years

Nigeria spent more than ₦822 billion on its digital economy ministry over six years, with sharp swings in funding and capital projects dominating allocations.
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Wike Praises Tinubu, Umahi as East West Road Opens to Traffic in Rivers Bonny Axis

KEY POINTS Wike applauds Tinubu and Umahi for opening the East West Road linking...
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Tinubu Hails NGX Crossing ₦100 Trillion as Investor Confidence Returns to Nigeria

KEY POINTS NGX market value has crossed ₦100 trillion, a historic first for Nigeria ...
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FG Orders All Airlines, Shipping Firms To Submit Manifests Through Single Window

FG mandates airlines, shipping firms to use National Single Window for cargo manifests, aiming to reduce delays and improve trade.
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Ogun Residents Petition Governor Over Harmful Quarry Operations in Isara Remo

Isara Remo residents petition Ogun governor over quarries destroying roads, farmland, and air quality, urging strict regulation and oversight.
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Dangote Refinery Sells Petrol Directly To Marketers After Depot Deal Fails

Dangote cuts petrol price, sells directly to independent marketers after depot deal fails, aiming to ease fuel supply issues.
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Obi Warns 141 Million Nigerians Live In Poverty As Politicians Focus On Power

Peter Obi warns poverty is rising fast in Nigeria as politicians chase power and national football players remain unpaid.
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Peter Obi Declares 2027 Presidential Ambition

KEY POINTS Peter Obi confirms he will contest the 2027 presidential election as a...
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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...
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Kano Senator Orders Defected NNPP Chairmen to Return Party Vehicles

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

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