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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 ADC to restore governance, development and security in Nigeria. Kwankwaso welcomed the visit, confirmed his commitment to the party, and pledged to work with leaders nationwide to strengthen its electoral...

April 2, 2026

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Bandits Kill Two, Abduct 11 Residents in Sokoto Village Night Raid

KEY POINTS Suspected bandits attacked Malamawar Yari village in Sokoto, killing two residents and abducting 11 others including women and a child. Two victims sustained gunshot injuries and are receiving treatment, while residents blamed recurring attacks on inadequate security presence. Police confirmed the incident...

April 2, 2026

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Yahaya Bello Released After Meeting Bail Conditions

Former Kogi State Governor Yahaya Bello was released from custody after meeting N500 million bail conditions set by FCT court.

December 22, 2024

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Nigeria’s Election System: Strengths and Weaknesses

Nigeria’s election system balances progress in reforms and technology against challenges like violence, institutional weaknesses, and political interference.

December 20, 2024

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New Platform Tracks Politicians, Rates Tinubu Gov’t 31.97 Percent

KnowDemWell rates Tinubu’s govt 31.97 percent as it tracks politicians’ performance.

December 19, 2024

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Nigeria Targets Revenue Boost in Marine Sector, Tackles Leakages

Minister Oyetola targets marine revenue leakages, inefficiencies, and governance gaps to boost Nigeria's economic potential through modern auditing.

December 19, 2024

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Edo Assembly Suspends Local Government Chairmen, Deputies Over Financial Misconduct Allegations

Edo Assembly suspends local council leaders over insubordination and failure to submit financial records, citing accountability concerns.

December 18, 2024

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Tinubu’s Economic Policies Have Impoverished Nigerians, Says Delta Governor

Delta governor says Tinubu's economic policies are impoverishing Nigerians as inflation, fuel subsidy removal, and hardship hit citizens hard

December 17, 2024

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FG Secures $600M Foreign Agriculture Loans to Boost Sector

Nigeria's FG secures a $600M foreign agriculture loan to boost production, create jobs, and support self-sufficiency in the agricultural sector

December 16, 2024

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Dangote Refinery Exports to Other Parts of The World

Dangote refinery exports PMS, diesel to Africa countries and Europe.

December 16, 2024

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Tinubu Pays ₦85 Billion ECOWAS Levy, First Full Payment in 19 Years

Nigeria pays ₦85 billion ECOWAS levy, its first full payment in 19 years, as President Tinubu pledges to reintegrate suspended member states

December 16, 2024

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Venâncio Mondlane’s Incitement to Violence Threatens Mozambique’s Stability — The ICC Must Act

Mozambique faces deadly unrest as opposition leader Venâncio Mondlane's calls for violence intensify, risking humanitarian catastrophe and global economic disruption

December 15, 2024

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Abuja-Kaduna Road: FG Chooses Asphalt, Saves N640 Billion

FG opts for asphalt on Abuja-Kaduna road, saving N640 billion while ensuring better safety and project transparency.

December 15, 2024

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Lagos Signs Bill to Combat Illegal Organ Harvesting

Lagos introduces a law to fight illegal organ harvesting, with stricter penalties aimed at protecting vulnerable communities from exploitation and trafficking

December 14, 2024