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Tinubu Vows to Crush Terrorism, Banditry as Security Tops Agenda at NEC Conference

KEY POINTS President Tinubu has vowed to defeat terrorism and banditry, describing insecurity as unacceptable and a major economic obstacle. Security, economic reforms, and implementation of the Renewed Hope Plan dominated discussions at the NEC Conference. Governors, the private sector, and development partners pledged...
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Diezani Alison-Madueke’s Bribery Trial Continues in London Over Alleged Oil Contract Kickbacks

KEY POINTS Diezani Alison-Madueke’s bribery and corruption trial is ongoing in London over alleged oil contract kickbacks. Prosecutors claim she received £100,000 in cash and luxury benefits from companies linked to NNPC contracts. The former petroleum minister denies the allegations and could face up...

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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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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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Nigeria Governor’s Call for Single Term Reignites Tenure Debate

Governor Mohammed Bago says fear of re-election weakens governance, reviving national debate over adopting a single term for governors and constitutional reform.
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Abia Group Donates ₦100 Million for Otti’s 2027 Nomination Form

Ukwa La Ngwa leaders have donated ₦100 million to fund Governor Alex Otti’s re-election bid ahead of the 2027 Abia governorship election.
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Senate Sets Up Panel to Harmonise Views on Electoral Bill

Nigeria’s Senate has formed a bipartisan committee to consolidate lawmakers’ views on proposed Electoral Act amendments, with a report due within 48 hours.
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Nigeria’s House Approves Tinubu’s N58.18 Trillion 2026 Budget

Nigeria’s House of Representatives has approved President Tinubu’s N58.18 trillion 2026 budget, prioritising capital expenditure, security and macroeconomic stability.
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Lawmaker Warns Soludo Against Ending South-East Sit-At-Home

Obi Aguocha cautions Anambra Governor Soludo that ending the Monday sit-at-home could reignite unrest and disrupt fragile peace in the South-East.
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Court Removes Julius Abure as Labour Party Chairman

KEY POINTS The Federal High Court removes Julius Abure as Labour Party chairman, recognising...
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Court Throws Out Anyanwu Suit Over PDP National Secretary Role

KEY POINTS A Federal High Court in Abuja dismissed Samuel Anyanwu’s suit seeking recognition...
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Abia Obidient Group Denies Threat to Withdraw Support for Otti

Abia’s Obidient Movement says reports linking its support for Governor Alex Otti to ADC defection plans are false and misrepresent its position.
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NESG Warns 2027 Elections Could Disrupt Economic Reforms

NESG warns the 2027 elections may undermine Nigeria’s economic reforms, stressing consolidation, disciplined policies, and stronger growth in agriculture and manufacturing.
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Kwankwaso Rejects Claims He Backed Gov Yusuf Defection to APC

KEY POINTS Kwankwaso denies backing any plan by Governor Abba Yusuf to leave NNPP ...
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Tinubu Vows to Crush Terrorism, Banditry as Security Tops Agenda at NEC Conference

KEY POINTS President Tinubu has vowed to defeat terrorism and banditry, describing insecurity as...
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Diezani Alison-Madueke’s Bribery Trial Continues in London Over Alleged Oil Contract Kickbacks

KEY POINTS Diezani Alison-Madueke’s bribery and corruption trial is ongoing in London over alleged...
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Access Bank Honours Herbert Wigwe and Family Two Years After Tragic Passing

KEY POINTS Access Bank has honoured the memory of its former Group Managing Director,...
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Senate Promises Review as Protesters Demand Real-Time Results

The Senate says it will review the real-time electronic transmission clause after protesters demanded stronger electoral safeguards ahead of Nigeria’s 2027 elections.

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