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Nigeria fails US fiscal transparency test for second year

Nigeria has failed the US fiscal transparency test for a second straight year, with the State Department citing a vague budget and weak audit oversight.

SEC orders operators to freeze ISIS-linked accounts

Nigeria's SEC has ordered capital market operators to freeze assets linked to one Nigerian and three companies the US sanctioned over alleged ISIS financing.

High Cost of Elections: Nigeria Spends Nearly N1tn on Seven Polls in 24 years

Nigeria has spent N981.5bn on elections since 1999, ranking among the world’s costliest. Yet credibility issues and rising disputes cast doubt on the value of the spending.

NASS Mulls Amendments to 2022 Electoral Act for Party Primary

The National Assembly has initiated a process to modify the 2022 Electoral Act which will enable party primaries to incorporate statutory delegates as part of a democracy expansion plan.

Abacha Family Rejects Babangida’s Claim on June 12 Annulment

The Abacha family says Babangida was solely responsible for the June 12 election annulment, rejecting claims that blame the late Sani Abacha.

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.

Varsity Don Sentenced to Three Years for Electoral Fraud

Professor Ignatius Uduk received a three-year prison term because he fabricated results during the 2019 elections.

PVCs Should Not Be The Only Requirement For Voting

INEC proposes computer generated slips for voting.

PDP’s Acting Chair Moves Quickly to Reform Party

Acting PDP chairman Yayari’s swift actions toward party reform spark optimism and gain support from opposition lawmakers.

Bayelsa Election: INEC’s Manual Transmission Draws Scrutiny

As Nigeria readies for its imminent elections in Bayelsa, Imo, and Kogi states, doubts...

INEC Sets Election Dates for Edo, Ondo Governorships in 2024

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has scheduled the Edo governorship election for September...

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Nigeria fails US fiscal transparency test for second year

Nigeria has failed the US fiscal transparency test for a second straight year, with the State Department citing a vague budget and weak audit oversight.

SEC orders operators to freeze ISIS-linked accounts

Nigeria's SEC has ordered capital market operators to freeze assets linked to one Nigerian and three companies the US sanctioned over alleged ISIS financing.

Katsina United Deny Dead Player Regained Consciousness

KEY POINTS Ozor died after collapsing during a friendly. Club denies he regained consciousness. ...

Wike Closes FCT Housing Committee Office

KEY POINTS Wike closes the old housing secretariat. New division takes over house sales. ...