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Rivers Senator Barinada Mpigi Dies at 64 After Brief Illness

KEY POINTS Senator Barinada Mpigi died at 64 after a brief illness. He served in the National Assembly from 2011 to 2026, including as Senate Works Committee Chairman. Governor Siminalayi Fubara and others described him as a major political figure and community advocate. Senator Barinada...
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Two Dead After Container Trucks Collide on Busy Lagos Expressway

  KEY POINTS Two people died after a speeding container truck rammed into a stationary truck on the Oshodi–Apapa Expressway. Emergency responders and police coordinated a complex rescue and recovery operation to clear the scene. Authorities are urging stricter compliance with traffic rules following multiple...

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Obi Tells Police: Release Sowore Or Charge Him to Court

Peter Obi demands that police either release Sowore or formally charge him immediately to uphold legal rights.
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Presidency Dismisses Cadre Harmonisé Hunger Projections

Presidency pushes back against reports of collapse, says Cadre Harmonisé hunger figures are projections and reforms are already underway.
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Political Thugs Tighten Grip on Nigerian Politics

Political thugs in Nigeria are increasingly taking control of elected offices, undermining democracy and weakening electoral integrity.
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CHIMAMANDA: OBI WANTS PRESIDENCY TO TRANSFORM NIGERIA

Chimamanda Adichie endorses Peter Obi’s presidential bid, citing his genuine concern for Nigeria's future and his potential to drive meaningful change.
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South-South Leaders Call on Tinubu to Restore Fubara

Leaders and civil society groups are asking Tinubu to lift the emergency rule and end the suspension of the Rivers State governor, saying it goes against the constitution and democracy.
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2027 Election: Can Nigeria’s Opposition Coalition Dethrone Tinubu’s APC?

As 2027 elections approach, Nigeria’s opposition coalition faces the uphill task of unseating APC’s Bola Tinubu amid internal crises, defections, and a fast-closing window to forge a united front.
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Prof. Yilwatda Named New APC National Chairman in Presidential Villa Consensus

KEY POINTS Professor Nentawe Yilwatda appointed as APC’s new National Chairman during NEC meeting...
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Four PDP Senators Join APC, Boosting Ruling Party’s Senate Control

KEY POINTS Four PDP senators defect to the APC, boosting the ruling party’s Senate...
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Senators Link Rising Insecurity to 2027 Elections

Rising violence in various parts of the country has led senators to warn that the return of Boko Haram and banditry could be related to the 2027 elections.
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Appeal Court Slams Professor for Rigging Election for Akpabio

Appeal Court slams professor jailed for rigging election, says academic rank not meant for fools.
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Rivers Sole Administrator, Others to Defend N1.48trn Budget

Rivers State’s N1.48 trillion budget for 2025 will be defended by the state’s Sole Administrator and senior officials before a joint committee of the National Assembly, after the declaration of emergency rule.
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PDP Governors Vow to Resist Federal Intimidation, Stay United

PDP governors reject federal intimidation, affirm unity, and recommit to democratic governance at the party’s 99th NEC meeting in Abuja.
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Rivers Senator Barinada Mpigi Dies at 64 After Brief Illness

KEY POINTS Senator Barinada Mpigi died at 64 after a brief illness. He served...
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Two Dead After Container Trucks Collide on Busy Lagos Expressway

  KEY POINTS Two people died after a speeding container truck rammed into a stationary...
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Rivers Assembly Suspends Impeachment Move Against Fubara

KEY POINTS Rivers Assembly suspended impeachment proceedings against Governor Fubara and his deputy after...
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Navy Announces Death of Operations Chief Musa Katagum

KEY POINTS Nigerian Navy confirms the death of Chief of Operations Musa Katagum after...

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