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Lagos to Close Apongbon Bridge for Six Weeks as Federal Government Begins Major Repairs

KEY POINTS Lagos will shut Apongbon Bridge from February 5 to March 19, 2026, for major repairs by the Federal Ministry of Works. Repairs will be executed in phases, with traffic diversions and alternative routes provided for motorists. The project aims to fix severe...

February 5, 2026

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Court Blocks Admission of Key Documents in Yahaya Bello’s ₦80.2bn Fraud Trial Over Missing Receipts

KEY POINTS Court refused to admit CTCs of documents in Yahaya Bello’s trial due to absence of payment receipts. Defence attempted to tender documents from another Federal High Court, but prosecution raised a procedural objection. Trial was adjourned to February 5, 2026, for continuation...

February 5, 2026

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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.

January 31, 2026

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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.

January 31, 2026

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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.

January 30, 2026

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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.

January 30, 2026

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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.

January 28, 2026

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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...

January 22, 2026

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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...

January 21, 2026

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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.

January 17, 2026

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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.

January 16, 2026

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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 ...

January 15, 2026

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NADECO USA Urges Emergency Rule in Northern Nigeria

NADECO USA has urged President Tinubu to declare a state of emergency in northern Nigeria, citing insecurity and risks to credible elections in 2027.

January 15, 2026

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Tambuwal Says Nigeria Elections Often Distorted at Collation

Aminu Tambuwal says Nigeria’s elections are often distorted during collation, arguing that systemic flaws weaken voter influence and calling for electoral reforms.

January 13, 2026