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Bauchi Lawmaker Mohammed Wanzam Zaki Dies

KEY POINTS • Bauchi lawmaker Mohammed Wanzam Zaki died after a brief illness. • The late...

June 22, 2026

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APC’s Faduyile Wins Ondo South Senatorial By-Election

KEY POINTS • Dayo Faduyile of the APC has won the Ondo South Senatorial by-election. •...

June 22, 2026

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ADC crisis deepens as third faction backs INEC, names interim chairman

A third faction of the African Democratic Congress emerged in Abuja, naming an interim chairman and backing INEC's move against the David Mark-led group.

April 8, 2026

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Nigerian newspapers review: US warns over Christian attacks

US Congressman Riley Moore leads today's Nigerian newspapers review, warning that Christian killings in Plateau and Kaduna could damage Nigeria's relationship with the United States.

March 31, 2026

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EFCC Questions El-Rufai Over Alleged N432 Billion Misconduct

EFCC questions former Kaduna governor Nasir el-Rufai over alleged N432 billion misconduct as Federal Government files cybercrime charges in Abuja.

February 17, 2026

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Atiku, Obi, Mark Warn Tinubu Against One-Party State Ahead of 2027 Election

Atiku, Obi and other opposition leaders warn Tinubu against selective justice and alleged pressure on rivals ahead of 2027 elections.

December 15, 2025

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PDP Issues Expulsion Certificates to Wike, Fayose and Nine Others

PDP has issued expulsion certificates to 11 top figures, including Wike and Fayose, as the party tightens internal discipline.

December 3, 2025

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Falode Calls For Single Seven-Year Term

Falode renews calls for Nigeria to adopt a single seven-year term, arguing it would cut political waste and strengthen long-term governance

November 26, 2025

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Makarfi Quits PDP Board Post Over Zoning Concerns

Ahmed Makarfi steps down from the PDP BoT, insisting the party uphold its zoning balance after Turaki’s emergence as chairman.

November 18, 2025

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Wike-Backed PDP Bloc Calls Emergency BoT, NEC Meetings

A Wike-backed PDP faction has summoned emergency BoT and NEC meetings after sweeping expulsions at the party’s national convention

November 17, 2025

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Nigeria Leaders Reject Trump’s Remarks On Sovereignty

Nigeria pushes back against Trump as northern leaders and political figures condemn his comments and defend the country’s sovereignty and diplomatic standing

November 8, 2025

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Nigeria Faces Backlash Over Promotion Snub

A promotion dispute deepens tension as the federal government faces rising criticism for overlooking a Christian candidate who topped the permanent secretary interview.

November 7, 2025

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