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South Africa releases Fani-Kayode’s speech after protest over livestream omission

South Africa released Femi Fani-Kayode’s speech after the Nigerian high commissioner questioned its absence from a livestream of a diplomatic ceremony.
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Amupitan denies owning pro-APC X account amid questions over INEC neutrality

INEC Chairman Joash Amupitan has denied operating an X account accused of expressing support for the APC and President Tinubu during the 2023 elections.
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Abia PFN Urges Otti to Remain in Politics Beyond 2031

PFN backs Otti second term ambition in Abia, urging the governor to remain in politics beyond 2031 despite opposition from former governors.
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Nigeria Governor’s Call for Single Term Reignites Tenure Debate

Governor Mohammed Bago says fear of re-election weakens governance, reviving national debate over adopting a single term for governors and constitutional reform.
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Senate Sets Up Panel to Harmonise Views on Electoral Bill

Nigeria’s Senate has formed a bipartisan committee to consolidate lawmakers’ views on proposed Electoral Act amendments, with a report due within 48 hours.
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Peter Obi Faces Ruling Party Pressure As 2027 Race Nears

Ruling party steps up moves that may block Peter Obi’s path to 2027 as courts and party crises deepen nationwide.
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Makinde Clears Air After Tinubu Meeting, Says PDP Is Home

Makinde says he is staying in the PDP after meeting Tinubu, urging parties to work together for Nigeria’s future.
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Nwajiuba Slams Tinubu Government, Likens It To A Cartel

Nwajiuba criticises Tinubu’s government, calls it cartel-like, and declares his plan to run for president in 2027.
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Datti Says Atiku Has Pursued Presidency Since NYSC Days

Yusuf Datti Baba-Ahmed says Atiku Abubakar has pursued the presidency since his NYSC days, calling for a new generation of Nigerian political leaders.
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Baba-Ahmed Denies Declaring Presidential Bid

Yusuf Datti Baba-Ahmed says he never declared a presidential bid, clarifying that his remarks only reaffirmed his membership of the Labour Party.
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Obi Warns 141 Million Nigerians Live In Poverty As Politicians Focus On Power

Peter Obi warns poverty is rising fast in Nigeria as politicians chase power and national football players remain unpaid.
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PDP Faction Plans Talks With Atiku And Peter Obi Ahead Of 2027 Elections

PDP aims to meet Atiku and Obi as part of efforts to challenge APC in 2027, despite internal party conflicts.
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Unprecedented Takeover: Dynamics and Implications of APC’s Dominance of the National Assembly

Defections and court rulings give the APC a two-thirds majority in the National Assembly, reshaping power and oversight in Nigeria.
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Tinubu Tells Western Partners Nigeria Will Adopt State Police

Tinubu says Nigeria’s ruling party backs state police, local funding reforms and deeper inclusion as he reassures foreign partners on security.
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South Africa releases Fani-Kayode’s speech after protest over livestream omission

South Africa released Femi Fani-Kayode’s speech after the Nigerian high commissioner questioned its absence from a livestream of a diplomatic ceremony.
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Amupitan denies owning pro-APC X account amid questions over INEC neutrality

INEC Chairman Joash Amupitan has denied operating an X account accused of expressing support for the APC and President Tinubu during the 2023 elections.
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EU warns of rising violence, hate speech ahead of Nigeria’s 2027 elections

The European Union has expressed concern over election-related violence, hate speech and political intimidation in Nigeria as preparations continue for the 2027 general elections.
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Nigerian-born Emehelu makes history as New Jersey Lieutant governor

Nigerian-born lawyer Shirley Emehelu has assumed office as New Jersey's lieutenant governor, becoming part of a historic female-led state administration.