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SERAP SUES INEC OVER #126BN ELECTORAL FUNDS

The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has sued the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) over its alleged failure to account for more than N126.46bn appropriated for electoral operations. The suit, filed at the Federal High Court in Abuja, seeks an order compelling INEC to disclose how the funds were spent, including details of payments, contractors, beneficiaries and the procurement of election materials, equipment and vehicles. SERAP said its action followed findings contained in the 2023 audited report of the […]

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2027:WIKE ,LAWMAKERS MEET FUBARA IN RIVERS

Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, on Sunday met with Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara at the governor’s private residence in Port Harcourt, alongside members of the state House of Assembly and local government chairmen. The meeting is seen as part of ongoing reconciliation efforts between the two political camps following a prolonged rift that divided the state’s political leadership. The delegation included the Speaker of the House of Assembly, Martin Amaewhule, chairmen of the state’s 23 local […]

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FG’s Petrol Discount Could Cost Nigeria N1.77tn

Nigeria’s petrol price relief package could cost the country up to N1.77tn, representing 0.4 per cent of its Gross Domestic Product, according to BMI, a research firm owned by Fitch Solutions. In its latest report titled Fuel Discount Mechanism Raises Macro Risks in Nigeria, the firm warned that prolonged implementation of the intervention could worsen the country’s fiscal position, reduce government revenue and put additional pressure on the naira. The report followed the Federal Government’s announcement of a 30-day petrol […]

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#250BN NLNG ROW:PRESIDENCY FAULTS MAKINDE,GOVERNMENT DEMANDS ANSWERS

The Presidency and Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, have exchanged words over the alleged withholding of Nigeria LNG Limited (NLNG) dividends meant for states and local governments. The Presidency, through the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, on Sunday dismissed Makinde’s claim that each state was entitled to N250bn in NLNG dividends, which he alleged would not be paid until after the 2027 general elections. Onanuga argued that paying N250bn to each of the 36 […]

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Manchester United take decision on sacking Wilcox as senior players agree with Martinez

Manchester United have ruled out the possibility of sacking their Director of Football, Jason Wilcox, despite reported frustration among senior players over the club’s transfer activity. The development follows defender Lisandro Martinez’s outspoken criticism of the club’s lack of investment during the summer transfer window after Manchester United’s 2-0 defeat to Atletico Madrid in the Champions League. Martinez reportedly expressed his dissatisfaction with the club’s recruitment decisions, singling out Wilcox for criticism over the team’s transfer dealings. The Argentine’s comments […]

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FG Seeks $78.5bn Private Investment for 65 Projects

The Federal Government is seeking $78.5bn in private-sector investment to finance 65 projects across key sectors of the Nigerian economy, with the initiative expected to generate an estimated 366,763 jobs. The investment opportunities were presented by the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Taiwo Oyedele, and the Central Bank of Nigeria Governor, Olayemi Cardoso, at the ongoing IMF-World Bank Annual Meetings in Bangkok. According to the Federal Ministry of Finance’s Projects Nigeria investment portal, the projects cover […]

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FG Approves New Eastern-Western Grid to Curb Power Collapse

The Federal Government has approved plans to develop new eastern and western electricity grids as part of efforts to address Nigeria’s recurring power grid collapses. The Minister of Power, Joseph Tegbe, disclosed this at an energy conference in Lagos, stating that the government was preparing to begin the procurement process. He said Nigerians could begin to see the benefits of the projects within two to three years. Tegbe explained that the government had commenced a nationwide technical audit of electricity […]

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APC Banks on Tinubu’s Record as Campaign Council Inaugurated for 2027 Election

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has expressed confidence in President Bola Tinubu’s record and reforms as it inaugurated its Presidential Campaign Council for the 2027 general election in Abuja on Wednesday. The event, held at the State House Conference Centre, attracted party leaders and political figures from other parties, including Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke of the Accord Party, Minister of the Federal Capital Territory Nyesom Wike of the Peoples Democratic Party and Anambra State Governor Charles Soludo of the […]

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Stakeholders Decry Weak Prosecution of SGBV Cases in Kaduna

Stakeholders have raised concerns over weak investigation and prosecution of sexual and gender-based violence (SGBV) cases in Kaduna State, warning that poor institutional coordination and inadequate support for survivors are undermining access to justice. The Executive Director of the CLEEN Foundation, Peter Maduoma, stated this at a two-day policy dialogue in Kaduna on gaps in the implementation of the Violence Against Persons (Prohibition) Law. Represented by the foundation’s Senior Finance and Administration Manager, Justina Johnson, Maduoma said the existence of […]

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