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FCT Ebola Patient is a Diplomat, Condition Worsens

KEY POINTS The NCDC confirmed that the FCT Ebola patient is a diplomat whose condition has deteriorated into multi-organ failure. The woman arrived from Uganda and was diagnosed with the Bundibugyo strain after receiving treatment at a private hospital. Health officials have identified 44...
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Gunmen Shoot MACBAN Leader in Plateau State

KEY POINTS Gunmen shot MACBAN chairman Alhaji Yakubu in Mangu, Plateau State, on Saturday night. Yakubu survived but sustained serious injuries and was taken to hospital. MACBAN is investigating the attack, while police had yet to comment publicly. Gunmen have shot Alhaji Yakubu, the chairman...

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Nsukka coalition warns elites against imposing candidates

The Nsukka Democratic Movement has warned political elites in Enugu North against backroom deals to impose candidates ahead of the 2027 elections.
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Datti Baba-Ahmed quits Labour Party for PRP, eyes 2027

Yusuf Datti Baba-Ahmed, Peter Obi's 2023 running mate, has quit the Labour Party for the Peoples Redemption Party ahead of the 2027 elections.
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Presidency rejects N’West neglect claims, lists projects

The presidency has pushed back on claims that President Tinubu has neglected the North West, listing a $2 billion Kano-Maradi rail project and other investments.
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Hamzat Consults Gbajabiamila, APC Leaders Ahead of Lagos 2027 Governorship Race

KEY POINTS Obafemi Hamzat met with Gbajabiamila and APC leaders to seek support for...
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Elumelu’s UBA assets cross N33 trillion, sustain growth into Q1 2026

United Bank for Africa's total assets have crossed 33 trillion naira as Tony Elumelu's pan-African lender sustained earnings momentum into the first quarter of 2026.
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Atiku, Obi back joint opposition ticket against Tinubu in 2027

Atiku Abubakar, Peter Obi and other opposition leaders met in Ibadan and vowed to field one candidate against President Tinubu in 2027, sparking sharp reactions.
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APC shifts presidential primary to May 23, adopts dual-mode system

The APC has shifted its presidential primary to May 23 and adopted a dual-mode primary system, with nomination forms open to every aspirant.
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Akpabio backs Tinubu’s $516m superhighway loan, orders one-week review

Senate President Godswill Akpabio has rallied the upper chamber behind Tinubu's $516 million superhighway loan, ordering a committee to conclude its review in one week.
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Haske to Declare Adamawa Governorship Bid April 25

KEY POINTS Abdulrahman Haske will declare his governorship ambition in Adamawa on April 25...
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Tinubu rebuffs senators’ automatic ticket bid, hands APC primaries to governors

President Tinubu has shut down Senate lobbying for automatic 2027 tickets, instead handing APC primaries authority to state governors who now control incumbent lawmakers' fates.
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Atiku, economists slam Tinubu’s $516m highway loan request

Atiku Abubakar and economists have pushed back on President Tinubu's $516 million loan request to build sections of the Sokoto-Badagry Super Highway, citing debt concerns.
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Tinubu drops Edun and Dangiwa, hands finance to Oyedele

President Bola Tinubu has dropped Wale Edun and Ahmed Dangiwa from his cabinet, handing the finance brief to Taiwo Oyedele in a minor reshuffle.
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FCT Ebola Patient is a Diplomat, Condition Worsens

KEY POINTS The NCDC confirmed that the FCT Ebola patient is a diplomat whose...
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Gunmen Shoot MACBAN Leader in Plateau State

KEY POINTS Gunmen shot MACBAN chairman Alhaji Yakubu in Mangu, Plateau State, on Saturday...
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Afenifere Leader Reuben Fasoranti Dies at 100

KEY POINTS Afenifere leader Reuben Fasoranti has died at 100. He served as Ondo...
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FG Confirms Ebola Case in Abuja, Tracks 44 Contacts

KEY POINTS FG confirms one Ebola case in Abuja. Health officials identify 44 contacts...