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Yahaya Bello Money Laundering Trial Adjourned to May 6

KEY POINTS The court adjourned Yahaya Bello’s alleged money laundering trial to May 6–7, 2026. A prosecution witness testified about dollar transactions and admitted gaps in earlier statements. Discrepancies in evidence emerged, while the court allowed additional exhibits despite defence objections. Justice Emeka Nwite of...

April 25, 2026

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EFCC Arrests Former Skye Bank Chairman Tunde Ayeni Over Alleged ₦36.5bn Fraud

KEY POINTS EFCC arrested former Skye Bank chairman Tunde Ayeni over alleged ₦36.5bn and $30m fraud. Funds obtained from Polaris Bank were reportedly diverted from intended projects. About 12 linked companies are under investigation, with charges expected soon. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission has...

April 25, 2026

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Otti seeks second term to complete Abia’s transformation

Abia State Governor Alex Otti says he would not be seeking re-election if his administration had completed its transformation agenda. He made the declaration at a 10,000-person rally in his Nvosi hometown.

April 9, 2026

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PDP demands probe of gifts to INEC officials

The Peoples Democratic Party called Tuesday for a formal investigation into reports that a minister in President Bola Tinubu's cabinet offered land and cash gifts to senior Independent National Electoral Commission officials.

April 8, 2026

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Umahi unveils South-East Former Governors Forum in Enugu

Minister of Works David Umahi launched the South-East Former Governors Forum in Enugu on Tuesday, establishing a cross-party advisory platform to counsel serving governors on zonal and national development issues.

April 8, 2026

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Makinde says Oyo 2027 successor decision is coming

Oyo Governor Seyi Makinde revealed Sunday that his administration has begun a structured succession process for 2027 and will announce a preferred candidate in due course.

April 7, 2026

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ADC accuses INEC of laying traps to block party from 2027 elections

The African Democratic Congress says INEC is using procedural traps to prevent it from fielding candidates in the 2027 general elections.

April 7, 2026

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ADC Demands INEC Chairman’s Resignation Over Alleged Bias in Leadership Dispute

KEY POINTS ADC demanded the resignation of INEC chairman Joash Amupitan, accusing the commission...

April 3, 2026

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Atiku Meets Kwankwaso in Kano, Calls for Unity in ADC Ahead of 2027 Elections

KEY POINTS Atiku Abubakar visited Rabiu Kwankwaso in Kano, calling for unity within the...

April 2, 2026

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ADC Gains 10 Lawmakers as Wave of Defections Rocks House of Representatives Ahead of 2027

KEY POINTS ADC gained 10 lawmakers in the House of Representatives following defections from...

April 1, 2026

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ALGON pledges Renewed Hope Agenda push across Nigeria

ALGON Acting National President Iliyasu Zakari pledged full grassroots implementation of Tinubu's Renewed Hope Agenda at his inauguration in Abuja on Monday.

March 31, 2026

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Kwankwaso Resigns From NNPP

KEY POINTS Rabiu Kwankwaso resigned from the NNPP, citing the need for “strategic realignment”...

March 30, 2026

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Akpabio tells Tinubu: Nigeria hasn’t seen your best yet

Senate President Godswill Akpabio told the APC National Convention Friday that Nigerians are yet to see the best of President Tinubu despite significant milestones achieved amid economic difficulties.

March 28, 2026

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OYSIEC visits INEC to prepare for December LG elections

Oyo State's electoral commission has formally notified INEC of a December 29 local government election date and requested collaboration on voter registers and electoral materials.

March 27, 2026