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Court Orders INEC to Deregister ADC, Four Other Parties

KEY POINTS A Federal High Court in Abuja has ordered INEC to deregister the ADC, APP, Action Alliance, Accord Party and Zenith Labour Party. The plaintiffs argued that the parties failed to meet constitutional electoral performance requirements in the 2023 elections and subsequent by-elections. ...

June 16, 2026

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Federal Government Resumes Mass Trial of Terrorism Suspects in Abuja

KEY POINTS The Federal Government has resumed a new phase of mass trials for suspected terrorists in Abuja involving multiple judges and courtrooms. Defendants are facing charges of terrorism, financing terrorism, and aiding insurgent activities, with legal aid provided to indigent suspects. Authorities say...

June 16, 2026

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MTN and Airtel Make a Strong Comeback

MTN Nigeria and Airtel Africa, two of Nigeria's leading telecommunications companies, are charting a...

August 13, 2024

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Kano Governor Declares 24-Hour Curfew

Kano Governor Abba Yusuf declares a 24-hour curfew following violent protests against economic hardship, urging unity and compliance for safety.

August 2, 2024

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Lagos Market Traders Struggle Without Amenities: A Call for Change

Approximately 2,000 women who trade in Mushin and Oyingbo markets, Lagos State’s bustling commercial...

August 1, 2024

Society

NCDC Warns of Yellow Fever Spike Amid Cholera Outbreak

NCDC warns of increasing yellow fever cases during Nigeria's worsening cholera outbreak, deploying rapid response teams to affected states.

July 17, 2024

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FEC Implements Ban on Single-Use Plastics to Combat Pollution

Nigeria takes a major step in environmental policy by banning single-use plastics in all government offices.

June 26, 2024

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ASUU Issues Two-Week Ultimatum to Tinubu Over Governing Council

Discover ASUU's call to action as they issue a two-week ultimatum to Bola Tinubu over the constitution of the governing council for the University of Lagos

May 15, 2024

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Blossom Flow Foundation Takes Bold Steps to Combat Period Poverty in Lagos Prison

World rallies behind Blossom Flow Foundation’s mission combating period poverty in Lagos prison, sparking hope and dignity

April 20, 2024

Society

FG’s Stealth Operations: Rescuing 1,000 Abductees Without Ransom, NSA Reveals

NSA reveals secret operations, freeing 1,000 captives without ransom, marking a significant milestone in the fight against abduction.

April 16, 2024

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Enugu Taps Tech To Drive Growth

key points Enugu State is empowering over 3,000 youths with digital skills. ESTHUB is...

April 15, 2024

Society

Nigeria’s Maternity Dilemma: Tradition vs. Modern Healthcare Innovations

Delve into Nigeria's childbirth landscape, where tradition and modern healthcare intersect, shaping maternal and neonatal outcomes nationwide.

April 14, 2024

Society

Lagos Announces Electricity Tariff Hike for 24-Hour Supply Areas

Lagos State's Band A customers face a significant electricity tariff hike, promising 20-24 hours of power supply daily to boost economic activities and quality of life.

April 5, 2024

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Online Shopping Scams: A Growing Threat in Nigeria

Fraudulent online sellers are undermining Nigeria's e-commerce, deceiving buyers and tarnishing genuine retailers. Learn how to spot and avoid these scams.

March 31, 2024