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ASUP Orders Staff Off Campus Over Security Fears

KEY POINTS ASUP orders academic staff off Federal Polytechnic Offa campus. Council says meetings were moved because of security risks. Union accuses management of hiding security concerns from staff and students. The Academic Staff Union of Polytechnics, ASUP, Federal Polytechnic Offa Chapter, has directed all...

September 11, 2026

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Two-Storey Building Collapses in Aboru Area of Lagos State

KEY POINTS One person died in the Lagos building collapse. Two workers were rescued and taken to hospital. LASEMA urged developers to use certified professionals. A two-storey building undergoing manual demolition has partially collapsed in the Aboru area of Alimosho Local Government Area of Lagos...

September 11, 2026

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Babachir Lawal Uncertain About Supporting Obi in 2027

Babachir Lawal says he is undecided about supporting Peter Obi in 2027, citing political realities and the need for broader coalitions.

August 12, 2025

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Obi Tells Police: Release Sowore Or Charge Him to Court

Peter Obi demands that police either release Sowore or formally charge him immediately to uphold legal rights.

August 8, 2025

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Presidency Dismisses Cadre Harmonisé Hunger Projections

Presidency pushes back against reports of collapse, says Cadre Harmonisé hunger figures are projections and reforms are already underway.

August 8, 2025

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Political Thugs Tighten Grip on Nigerian Politics

Political thugs in Nigeria are increasingly taking control of elected offices, undermining democracy and weakening electoral integrity.

August 7, 2025

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CHIMAMANDA: OBI WANTS PRESIDENCY TO TRANSFORM NIGERIA

Chimamanda Adichie endorses Peter Obi’s presidential bid, citing his genuine concern for Nigeria's future and his potential to drive meaningful change.

August 5, 2025

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South-South Leaders Call on Tinubu to Restore Fubara

Leaders and civil society groups are asking Tinubu to lift the emergency rule and end the suspension of the Rivers State governor, saying it goes against the constitution and democracy.

August 2, 2025

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2027 Election: Can Nigeria’s Opposition Coalition Dethrone Tinubu’s APC?

As 2027 elections approach, Nigeria’s opposition coalition faces the uphill task of unseating APC’s Bola Tinubu amid internal crises, defections, and a fast-closing window to forge a united front.

August 2, 2025

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Prof. Yilwatda Named New APC National Chairman in Presidential Villa Consensus

KEY POINTS Professor Nentawe Yilwatda appointed as APC’s new National Chairman during NEC meeting...

July 25, 2025

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Four PDP Senators Join APC, Boosting Ruling Party’s Senate Control

KEY POINTS Four PDP senators defect to the APC, boosting the ruling party’s Senate...

July 23, 2025

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Senators Link Rising Insecurity to 2027 Elections

Rising violence in various parts of the country has led senators to warn that the return of Boko Haram and banditry could be related to the 2027 elections.

May 29, 2025

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Appeal Court Slams Professor for Rigging Election for Akpabio

Appeal Court slams professor jailed for rigging election, says academic rank not meant for fools.

May 29, 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