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Dangote offers to build East Africa a refinery matching his Lagos plant

Aliko Dangote has offered to build a refinery in Tanzania matching his 650,000-barrel-per-day Lagos plant, with Kenya and Uganda already in talks on the project.
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APC shifts presidential primary to May 23, adopts dual-mode system

The APC has shifted its presidential primary to May 23 and adopted a dual-mode primary system, with nomination forms open to every aspirant.
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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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Dangote offers to build East Africa a refinery matching his Lagos plant

Aliko Dangote has offered to build a refinery in Tanzania matching his 650,000-barrel-per-day Lagos plant, with Kenya and Uganda already in talks on the project.
Politics

APC shifts presidential primary to May 23, adopts dual-mode system

The APC has shifted its presidential primary to May 23 and adopted a dual-mode primary system, with nomination forms open to every aspirant.
News

DSS Arraigns El-Rufai Over Alleged Interception of Ribadu’s Phone Conversation

KEY POINTS DSS arraigned Nasir El-Rufai on a five-count charge over alleged phone interception...
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Akpabio backs Tinubu’s $516m superhighway loan, orders one-week review

Senate President Godswill Akpabio has rallied the upper chamber behind Tinubu's $516 million superhighway loan, ordering a committee to conclude its review in one week.