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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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Nigeria Denies Christian Persecution, Cites Foreign Lobbyists

KEY POINTS Nigeria denies Christian genocide allegations, calls them misleading. Government says 13,500 terrorists...
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Navy Chief Orders Major Shake-Up, Redeploys 65 Admirals

Vice Admiral Idi Abbas approves sweeping redeployment of 65 Rear Admirals across commands to enhance efficiency and maritime security.
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Power Minister Adelabu Disburses N100 Million Grants to Oyo Traders

Adebayo Adelabu launches N100 million empowerment programme in Oyo State to support traders, farmers, and artisans amid economic hardship.
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House Approves Tinubu’s $2.35 Billion Loan, $500 Million Sukuk

Nigeria’s House of Representatives approves Tinubu’s $2.35 billion loan and $500 million sovereign sukuk to finance the 2025 budget and infrastructure.
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Obasanjo Says He Rejected El-Rufai as Successor

Obasanjo says he rejected Nasir El-Rufai as his proposed successor in 2007, citing lack of maturity and readiness for national leadership.
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Nnamdi Kanu Says Witnesses Coming From Ethiopia, Kenya, U.S.

Nnamdi Kanu says witnesses from Ethiopia, Kenya, and the U.S. will testify in his terrorism trial as court grants more time for his defence.
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EFCC Recovers ₦500 Billion, Secures 7,000 Convictions — Tinubu

Tinubu says EFCC corruption recovery tops ₦500 billion with 7,000 convictions, underscoring renewed national momentum against graft.
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Shettima Says EFCC Recovered ₦500 Billion in Two Years

Shettima says EFCC recovered ₦500 billion in two years, credits anti-graft autonomy for renewed accountability and thousands of convictions.
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Aisha Yesufu says Peter Obi stronger for 2027 race

Aisha Yesufu says Peter Obi stands stronger for 2027, calling on Nigerians to demand fair elections and tackle bad governance.
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PDP Drops Legal Adviser Over Convention Dispute

PDP removes Kamaldeen Ajibade over alleged compromise as internal power struggles threaten the upcoming Ibadan convention.
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Governor Mbah Leads Major Enugu Political Realignment to APC

Governor Mbah and Enugu South Advocates defect to APC, sparking an Enugu political realignment and reshaping the South-East’s political map.
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Farouk Lawan Hails Tinubu’s Pardon as a Fresh Start

Farouk Lawan says Tinubu’s presidential pardon gives him a new start, marking a return to politics after lessons learned behind bars.
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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...
News

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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