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Nigeria Cuts Petrol Imports as Local Refining Rises in December

KEY POINTS Petrol imports fell by 19 percent in December, while local refinery supply jumped by 64 percent. Total petrol supply averaged 74.2 million litres daily, up from November levels. Daily petrol consumption rose to a record 63.7 million litres, the highest in 2025. Nigeria...

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.

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U.S. Lawmaker Condemns Kebbi School Abductions

A U.S. lawmaker’s reaction to the Kebbi school abductions sparks debate as Nigerian officials correct details and push for stronger security measures

Makarfi Quits PDP Board Post Over Zoning Concerns

Ahmed Makarfi steps down from the PDP BoT, insisting the party uphold its zoning balance after Turaki’s emergence as chairman.

South Africa Probes Mysterious Flights Carrying Palestinians

South Africa investigates unexpected Palestinian arrivals after officials raise concerns about a coordinated effort to remove civilians from Gaza and the West Bank.

George Faults Lamido Over PDP Nomination Rift

Bode George faults Sule Lamido over the PDP nomination dispute, saying the legal fight stemmed from a misunderstanding of the convention rules

PDP Presses Ahead With Ibadan Convention Despite Court Disputes

KEY POINTS The PDP says its national convention in Ibadan will proceed despite objections...

Buratai Warns Wike-Navy Clash Poses Threat to National Security

Buratai warns Wike’s clash with a naval officer poses a danger to national security, igniting debate over civil-military relations.

Senate Approves Tinubu’s N1.15 Trillion Domestic Borrowing Plan

Senate approves Tinubu’s N1.15 trillion domestic borrowing to fund the 2025 budget deficit and sustain critical government programmes.

Nigeria, UK Relations to Strengthen Ties Across Key Sectors

Nigeria and the UK renew their long-standing partnership, pledging deeper cooperation in trade, security, and development for shared prosperity.

INEC Presents Certificates of Return to Soludo, Deputy

INEC presents certificates of return to Governor Soludo and his deputy after their landslide win, as Soludo praises Nigeria’s electoral process.

Nigeria Leaders Reject Trump’s Remarks On Sovereignty

Nigeria pushes back against Trump as northern leaders and political figures condemn his comments and defend the country’s sovereignty and diplomatic standing

Adeboye Urges Tinubu to Act Fast on Nigeria’s Security Crisis

Pastor Adeboye urges President Tinubu to act swiftly on Nigeria’s security crisis, calling for a 90-day deadline and diplomatic action.

U.S. Revokes 80,000 Visas in Trump-Era Immigration Crackdown

The U.S. has revoked over 80,000 visas, including those held by Nigerians, as part of a Trump-era immigration crackdown on crime and security risks.

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Nigeria Cuts Petrol Imports as Local Refining Rises in December

KEY POINTS Petrol imports fell by 19 percent in December, while local refinery supply...

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.

Aid Cuts Deepen Hunger in Northeast Nigeria, WFP Says

WFP warns that aid cuts in northeast Nigeria are deepening hunger as funding shortfalls force sharp reductions in food and nutrition assistance across the region.

Tony Elumelu Urges CEOs to Lead With Trust, Not Titles

Tony Elumelu says modern leadership is built on trust, accessibility and execution, not hierarchy, as his businesses post landmark banking and energy deals.