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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 a nationwide strike slated for January 12. The injunction follows a motion filed by the federal government pending a full hearing on January 21. Underlying disputes over welfare, arrears and...
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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 Governor Fubara and Deputy Governor Odu. Lawmakers list allegations including constitutional breaches, spending disputes, and obstruction of legislative activities. The state APC has rejected the process, warning it could deepen...

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Ezekwesili Defends Clash with Senator Nwaebonyi

Oby Ezekwesili defends her confrontation with Senator Nwaebonyi, emphasizing the need for women’s voices in politics and public accountability.
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Ezekwesili and Senator Clash During Heated Senate Hearing

A verbal confrontation broke out between Ezekwesili and Senator Nwaebonyi during a Senate hearing on Akpabio, raising questions over bias.
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INEC holds meeting over recall of Kogi senator

INEC discusses Kogi senator Akpoti-Uduaghan's recall amid legal and constituent challenges, with the senator denying any apology to the Senate
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Obasanjo Links Democracy Failure in Africa to Loss of Values

Obasanjo critiques Africa's failing democracy, stressing the need for a system rooted in African values and culture.
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2027 Elections: Coalition Forms Against Tinubu and APC

Team New Nigeria (TNN) emerges to challenge President Tinubu and the APC ahead of the 2027 elections, criticizing their economic policies.
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APGA and LP Feud Fuels Insecurity in Ihiala

Leaders in Ihiala hold APGA and LP responsible for deteriorating security under the ongoing leadership dispute about financial corruption.
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Fubara Counters Tinubu’s Allegations, Blames Wike for Pipeline Attacks

Fubara has denied President Tinubu's claims of pipeline attacks and blamed Wike’s comments for the rising tensions.
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Rivers State administrator vows to restore order, reject violence

Ibas pledges to restore law and order in Rivers State, rejecting violence and committing to protect civil liberties during his tenure as administrator
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Rivers Crisis: Atiku, El-Rufai Challenge Tinubu’s Suspension of Officials

Atiku Abubakar and Nasir El-Rufai lead a coalition against Tinubu’s suspension of Rivers officials, calling it unconstitutional and an attack on democracy.
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NASS to Support Tinubu, Emergency Rule in Rivers

KEY POINTS Emergency rule in Rivers will receive National Assembly backing to defend democracy. ...
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Amaechi Condemns Suspension of Rivers Governor as Unconstitutional

Amaechi condemns the suspension of Rivers Governor Siminalayi Fubara, warning of a constitutional violation and calling for action against the power grab.
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Lawyers blast Tinubu’s suspension of Rivers governor, lawmakers

KEY POINTS President Tinubu suspends Rivers state leaders amid political unrest. Legal experts argue...
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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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