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NFF Challenges FIFA Decision After Losing DR Congo Eligibility Petition

KEY POINTS FIFA dismissed NFF’s petition challenging DR Congo players’ eligibility. Nigeria alleged passport irregularities but failed to prove the case. NFF has appealed the decision as DR Congo advances in qualification. The Nigeria Football Federation, NFF, has lost its petition against the Democratic Republic...
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Soludo Begins Second Term as Anambra Governor Amid High-Profile Inauguration in Awka

KEY POINTS Chukwuma Soludo and his deputy were sworn in for a second term in Awka. The event was attended by top political figures, including the Vice President and former presidents. Soludo won re-election by a wide margin, securing over 422,000 votes in the...

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Kwankwaso Rejects Claims He Backed Gov Yusuf Defection to APC

KEY POINTS Kwankwaso denies backing any plan by Governor Abba Yusuf to leave NNPP ...
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NADECO USA Urges Emergency Rule in Northern Nigeria

NADECO USA has urged President Tinubu to declare a state of emergency in northern Nigeria, citing insecurity and risks to credible elections in 2027.
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Tambuwal Says Nigeria Elections Often Distorted at Collation

Aminu Tambuwal says Nigeria’s elections are often distorted during collation, arguing that systemic flaws weaken voter influence and calling for electoral reforms.
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Datti Says Atiku Has Pursued Presidency Since NYSC Days

Yusuf Datti Baba-Ahmed says Atiku Abubakar has pursued the presidency since his NYSC days, calling for a new generation of Nigerian political leaders.
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Baba-Ahmed Denies Declaring Presidential Bid

Yusuf Datti Baba-Ahmed says he never declared a presidential bid, clarifying that his remarks only reaffirmed his membership of the Labour Party.
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Datti Baba Ahmed Declares 2027 Presidential Bid

KEY POINTS Datti Baba Ahmed announced his 2027 presidential ambition at the Labour Party...
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Rivers Political Feud Escalates as Wike-Aligned PDP Faction Issues Apology Ultimatum to APC Secretary

KEY POINTS A PDP faction loyal to Nyesom Wike has given APC National Secretary...
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Atiku Warns Democracy Is Slipping As Opposition Space Shrinks Under Tinubu

Atiku Abubakar says Nigeria’s democracy is under pressure as opposition parties face growing political interference under the Tinubu administration.
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Atiku: No ADC Aspirant will Step Aside in 2027 Race

KEY POINTS Atiku says every ADC presidential aspirant will contest without pressure to withdraw. ...
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Rivers Deputy Governor Ngozi Odu Leaves PDP for APC

KEY POINTS Rivers Deputy Governor Ngozi Odu has defected from the PDP to the...
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APC Secretary Tells Wike to Quit Cabinet, Accuses Him of Meddling in Rivers Politics

KEY POINTS APC national secretary Ajibola Basiru says Nyesom Wike should resign as FCT...
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INEC Sets February 21 for Rivers Bye Elections

KEY POINTS • INEC schedules Rivers State bye elections for February 21, 2026• Vacancies arose...
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NFF Challenges FIFA Decision After Losing DR Congo Eligibility Petition

KEY POINTS FIFA dismissed NFF’s petition challenging DR Congo players’ eligibility. Nigeria alleged passport...
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Soludo Begins Second Term as Anambra Governor Amid High-Profile Inauguration in Awka

KEY POINTS Chukwuma Soludo and his deputy were sworn in for a second term...
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Zamfara Governor Joins Tinubu on Landmark UK Visit to Boost Trade

KEY POINTS Governor Dauda Lawal will join President Tinubu on a two-day state visit...
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Naira Strengthens to Highest Level Since February

KEY POINTS The naira appreciated to N1,355/$, its strongest level since February 2026. Rising...

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