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Tinubu Renames University of Maiduguri to Honour Late President Muhammadu Buhari

KEY POINTS President Tinubu has renamed the University of Maiduguri as Muhammadu Buhari University in honor of the late former president. Buhari, who died at 82, was praised for his incorruptibility, restraint in power, and contributions to stabilizing Nigeria's northeast. The renaming serves as...

July 18, 2025

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Former Nigerian VP Atiku Resigns from PDP

KEY POINTS Atiku Abubakar has resigned from the PDP, citing irreconcilable differences and a shift away from founding principles. He has joined a powerful new political coalition under the ADC with Peter Obi, El-Rufai, and others. His resignation may signal the rise of a...

July 17, 2025

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Rivers Sole Administrator, Others to Defend N1.48trn Budget

Rivers State’s N1.48 trillion budget for 2025 will be defended by the state’s Sole Administrator and senior officials before a joint committee of the National Assembly, after the declaration of emergency rule.

May 28, 2025

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PDP Governors Vow to Resist Federal Intimidation, Stay United

PDP governors reject federal intimidation, affirm unity, and recommit to democratic governance at the party’s 99th NEC meeting in Abuja.

May 28, 2025

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Labour Party Declares Full Support for Peter Obi in Coalition Talks

Labour Party confirms Peter Obi coalition support, dismisses Abure’s opposition as illegitimate and contrary to party principles.

May 27, 2025

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PDP Leaders Hold Emergency Meeting Over Wike, Party Crisis

PDP internal crisis deepens as leaders meet over Wike’s withdrawal and secretariat closure in Abuja.

May 27, 2025

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Peter Obi: Nigeria a Difficult Country for Good People to Govern

Peter Obi highlighted how leadership in Nigeria is not easy and praised Governor Otti’s efforts during a service held in Abia.

May 26, 2025

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Jigawa Delegates Disrupt Atiku, Obi Political Coalition Meeting

Tensions erupted at a political coalition meeting in Abuja as Jigawa delegates disrupted proceedings over imposed representation.

May 26, 2025

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Wike Breaks Ranks With PDP Over Broken Party Agreements

Wike pulls out of all PDP agreements, blames key leaders for party instability.

May 26, 2025

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When Nollywood Meets Politics: How Celebrities Are Shaping Nigeria’s Electoral Landscape

KEY POINTS Nigerian celebrities from Nollywood and the music industry are increasingly influencing political...

May 23, 2025

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Ribadu Outlines Security Gains Under Tinubu Administration

Nuhu Ribadu has remarked that Nigeria’s security situation has improved a lot since President Tinubu came into office, with over 13,000 terrorist members dealt with by authorities.

May 23, 2025

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INEC Adopts AI to Strengthen Election Planning and Voter Services

A new AI Division within the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) was introduced recently to help improve election planning, logistics and credibility, a big sign of modernizing Nigeria’s election processes.

May 23, 2025

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