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EFCC Arraigns Lagos Business Executive Over Alleged $680,000 Fraud

KEY POINTS EFCC arraigned Olalekan Adewoye and his companies for allegedly defrauding a German firm of over $680,000 in construction materials. The defendant pleaded not guilty and was granted continued administrative bail with strict conditions including passport and property document surrender. The case is...
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JAMB Releases 2025 UTME Results, Withholds Nearly 40,000 Over Suspected Malpractice

KEY POINTS JAMB released results for over 1.9 million 2025 UTME candidates but withheld 39,834 due to suspected exam malpractice. Only 0.63% of candidates scored above 300, while 78% scored below 200, sparking concerns over education quality. 80 suspects are under investigation, and 50...

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El-Rufai Visits Aregbesola, Tunde Bakare in Lagos

The Lagos meeting of Nasir El-Rufai with Rauf Aregbesola and Pastor Tunde Bakare triggered political speculation about his upcoming election plans for 2027.
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Senate Suspends Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan for Six Months

KEY POINTS The Senate Senate imposed a six-month suspension on Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan resulting...
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Natasha Reacts to Suspension, ‘This Injustice Will Not Be Sustained’

Six months of suspension issued by the Senate against Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan stems from her accusations of sexual harassment against Senate President Godswill Akpabio who continues to deny these allegations.
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Rivers State political crisis: Rivers Commissioners Sacked

The Rivers State House of Assembly has intensified its standoff with Governor Siminalayi Fubara, demanding the removal of 19 commissioners over alleged illegal appointments.
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Nigerian Senate President Faces Sexual Harassment Allegations

Sen. Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has filed a petition accusing Senate President Godswill Akpabio of sexual harassment. Akpabio denies the claims as the Senate Committee on Ethics, Privileges, and Code of Conduct reviews the case
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PDP Remains Strong in Bayelsa, Says Governor Diri

As governor of Bayelsa State Douye Diri confirmed that PDP is united so it continues to be the leading political party while denying any existence of party divisions.
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SAN Urges Tinubu to Free Nnamdi Kanu in Honour of Late Elders

The Senior Advocate appeals to President Tinubu through a formal petition to let Nnamdi Kanu go because reconciliation efforts and legal principles both need his release.
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Fubara’s Chief of Staff Claims N5 Billion Bribe for Impeachment Plot

Edison Ehie reveals he was offered N5 billion to help impeach Governor Fubara as the political feud in Rivers State continues to escalate.
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El-Rufai Rules Out PDP, Hints At Possible Political Realignment

El-Rufai moved away from PDP yet indicated his willingness to form a new political alliance in case the APC faces permanent failure.
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El-Rufai Declares Tinubu Rejected His Ministerial Position

In a statement to the media El-Rufai declared that Tinubu refused to confirm him as a minister although Senate members rejected the decision to do so.
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Kalu Says Atiku Will Protect The Nation Against Economic Turmoil

Dr. Emeka Kalu endorses Atiku Abubakar as the leading candidate for economic revival during the 2027 presidential race while requesting Nigerian backing.
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7 Nigerian Political Scandals That Shook the Nation’s Foundation

Nigeria’s political history is filled with scandals—from corruption to electoral fraud. Explore seven major controversies that shaped the nation’s governance
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EFCC Arraigns Lagos Business Executive Over Alleged $680,000 Fraud

KEY POINTS EFCC arraigned Olalekan Adewoye and his companies for allegedly defrauding a German...
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JAMB Releases 2025 UTME Results, Withholds Nearly 40,000 Over Suspected Malpractice

KEY POINTS JAMB released results for over 1.9 million 2025 UTME candidates but withheld...
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Atiku Faces Uncertainty Over PDP as 2027 Looms

Despite internal strife, PDP remains Atiku’s most viable path to Aso Rock.
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Leo XIV Becomes First American Pope With Global Vision

Pope Leo XIV, formerly Cardinal Robert Prevost of Chicago, has become the first American pope. His path to the papacy is one of devotion, humility, and global service.

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