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Court Blocks Resident Doctors’ Planned January 12 Strike as Legal Battle With FG Deepens

KEY POINTS A National Industrial Court order has restrained resident doctors from embarking on...
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Rivers Assembly Confirms Impeachment Notices Served on Governor Fubara and Deputy

Rivers Assembly says impeachment notices alleging gross misconduct have been formally served on...
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Saraki Urges Open, Fair Probe Into Akpabio Harassment Allegations

Saraki calls for an open investigation into Akpabio's harassment allegations, warning against turning the issue into politics.
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Senate Dismisses Natasha Akpoti’s Harassment Petition Against Akpabio

The Nigerian Senate rejected a petition by Natasha Akpoti against Senate President Akpabio, citing procedural violations and an ongoing legal case.
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Nigerian Senate President Faces Sexual Harassment Allegations

Sen. Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has filed a petition accusing Senate President Godswill Akpabio of sexual harassment. Akpabio denies the claims as the Senate Committee on Ethics, Privileges, and Code of Conduct reviews the case
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Tax Reform Bills Move Forward in the Senate

Key challenges resolved, Senate set to pass tax reform bills.
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The Tax Reform Bills Suggest A 55% Share of VAT To States

Senate passes tax bills that raise VAT share to states by 40%.
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Senators Split on Push for Regional Government in Nigeria

Nigerian senators are split over the push for regional governance, with proponents arguing for local autonomy and critics warning of the risks to national unity.
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Senate Increases Windfall Tax on Banks to 70%

Nigerian Senate raises windfall tax on banks' foreign exchange gains to 70%, targeting redistribution of government-driven profits.
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Senate Open to Approving New Presidential Jet Purchase

The Nigerian Senate is ready to approve the purchase of a new presidential jet if President Bola Tinubu requests it, emphasizing their commitment to responsible governance.
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Senate Approves 300% Salary Increase for Nigerian Judicial Officers

The Nigerian Senate approves a 300% salary increase for judicial officers, enhancing compensation to ensure judicial independence and integrity.
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Femi Falana Accuses Akpabio of Violating Senator Ningi’s Right to Fair Hearing

Human rights lawyer, Femi Falana, SAN, has requested for the reinstatement of the suspended...
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Senate Faces Intense Scrutiny Amid Budget Padding Scandal

Nigeria – The Nigerian Senate finds itself under intense scrutiny following revelations of a...
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Nigerian Senate Tightens Rules to Protect Leadership from Ouster

The Nigerian Senate has amended its standing orders to make it harder for its...
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Court Blocks Resident Doctors’ Planned January 12 Strike as Legal Battle With FG Deepens

KEY POINTS A National Industrial Court order has restrained resident doctors from embarking on...
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Rivers Assembly Confirms Impeachment Notices Served on Governor Fubara and Deputy

Rivers Assembly says impeachment notices alleging gross misconduct have been formally served on...
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Presidency Sets N12.2bn For Travel In 2026 As State House Budget Hits N43.2bn

The 2026 budget shows heavy travel spending by the Presidency, with the State House allocation rising to N43.2 billion.
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Why Africa’s Push For Visa-Free Travel Is Gaining Momentum

Advocacy for visa-free Africa grows as leaders, experts, and youth push freer movement to boost trade, jobs, and continental unity.

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