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State police will protect persecuted Nigerian Christians, says US lawmaker

US Congressman Riley Moore has welcomed Nigeria's Senate passage of the state police bill, saying it would help states protect citizens, including persecuted Christians.

ISIS funding: FG set to charge US-sanctioned BDC operator

The EFCC is set to charge a Lagos bureau de change operator over alleged ISIS financing, saying it concluded key parts of its probe before US sanctions.

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El-Rufai Sues Kaduna Assembly Over Corruption Accusations

Ex-Governor El-Rufai takes legal action against the Kaduna Assembly, disputing allegations of financial mismanagement during his tenure.

Zoning Debate Heats Up in Anambra Ahead of 2025 Election

The zoning debate intensifies as Anambra's 2025 election nears, with Paul Chukwuma advocating for competence over regional origin.

FG Admits to ₦5.4 Trillion Oil Subsidy in 2024 After Countless Denials

Nigeria's government has admitted to spending ₦5.4 trillion on oil subsidies in 2024 after numerous denials, sparking debate on the sustainability of such subsidies and their economic impact.

Presidents, Governors as Party Leaders Raise Legal, Ethical Concerns

Debate grows over presidents, governors leading parties, posing legal, ethical questions in Nigeria's democratic governance and transparency.

Peter Obi Discusses Potential LP-PDP Merger for 2027 Election

Peter Obi addresses potential LP-PDP merger, prioritizing effective governance and national progress over mere political gains in the 2027 elections.

Peter Obi Meets Atiku, Saraki, Lamido to Discuss Nigeria’s Future

Peter Obi convenes with top PDP figures to deliberate on strategies aimed at tackling Nigeria's pressing issues and loosening the APC's hold on power.

Nigeria’s Immunity Clause: Shield for Governance or Cover for Impunity?

Recent incidents highlight how Nigeria's immunity clause might be shielding officials from accountability rather than just distractions.

Court Orders Suspension of Pro-Wike Speaker and Legislators in Rivers Drama

The Rivers State High Court has issued a directive for the suspension of Martin...

Kwara State Debates Future Leadership as Regional Tensions Rise

As Governor AbdulRazaq's term ends, Kwara State debates its next leader's origin, stirring discussions on identity and equity.

Rivers New Factional Speaker Annuls Laws Passed by Defected Lawmakers

Rivers State finds itself embroiled in a legislative crisis as the newly elected factional...

PDP in Turmoil: Leadership Exodus Shakes Southeast Nigeria

Significant defections from the PDP in Southeast Nigeria threaten its stability. Leaders like Emeka Ihedioha leave, exposing severe internal conflicts and reshaping the region's political power dynamics.

APC Faces Deepening Crisis as Ganduje’s Suspension Stirs Tension

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State police will protect persecuted Nigerian Christians, says US lawmaker

US Congressman Riley Moore has welcomed Nigeria's Senate passage of the state police bill, saying it would help states protect citizens, including persecuted Christians.

ISIS funding: FG set to charge US-sanctioned BDC operator

The EFCC is set to charge a Lagos bureau de change operator over alleged ISIS financing, saying it concluded key parts of its probe before US sanctions.

LPPC suspends Mike Ozekhome’s SAN rank

The Legal Practitioners' Privileges Committee has suspended Chief Mike Ozekhome's Senior Advocate of Nigeria rank pending the determination of disciplinary proceedings against the constitutional lawyer.

Cocoa and coffee farmers seek African bloc and $6,000 floor price to end foreign control

COCEFAAA has called for a unified African cocoa producers' bloc and a floor price of at least $6,000 a tonne to strengthen farmers' bargaining power.