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SERAP Sues INEC Over Failure To Account For Missing ₦126bn Electoral Funds

The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has filed a lawsuit against the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) “over its failure to account for over ₦126.46 billion in public funds appropriated for electoral operations but allegedly diverted, lost, mismanaged or otherwise unaccounted for.”

Saudi-Bound Drug Consignment Hidden In Palm Oil Keg Intercepted At Kano Airport As NDLEA Uncovers Over ₦7bn Powdered Tramadol, Loud In Lagos

Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have intercepted a Saudi Arabia-bound consignment of cannabis concealed inside a gallon of palm oil at the Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport, Kano, as separate operations at Lagos ports uncovered powdered tramadol and Canadian Loud valued at more than ₦7 billion.

Presidential Candidates Throw Barbs

President Bola Tinubu’s decision to stay back in Abuja, while members of the APC Presidential Campaign Council embark on campaigns for his re-election, may colour the presidential campaign as candidates of the opposition parties pounce on the idea.

Ebola Crisis Escalates in Kenya as Cases Jump To Seven, Three Health Workers Infected

The sudden increase represents the clearest indication yet that the imported infection has triggered local transmission in Kenya, although health authorities insist the virus remains confined to known contacts and there is no evidence of uncontrolled community spread.

Pope Leo Discharged After Lung Cancer Surgery, Returns to Vatican

The 71-year-old pontiff was allowed to leave the hospital after fresh medical examinations, including blood tests and a chest X-ray, confirmed that his clinical condition was satisfactory for discharge.

“Your Story Is Pure Fiction” — Akande Fires Back at Babachir, Says Buhari Offered to Back Osinbajo’s Presidential Bid

Former presidential spokesman, Laolu Akande, has launched a blistering rebuttal of allegations made by former Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Babachir Lawal, against former Vice President Yemi Osinbajo, describing key portions of Lawal’s account of events inside the Muhammadu Buhari presidency as “pure fiction.”

OPay’s ₦575bn H1 Revenue Overtakes Wema, Closes in on Nigeria’s Banking Giants

The growing disruption of Nigeria’s banking industry by financial technology companies has taken a new turn, with OPay’s Nigerian operations generating about ₦575 billion in revenue in the first half of 2026, surpassing the gross earnings reported by Wema Bank and narrowing the gap with some established banking groups.

NRS Rakes in N3.70tn in One Month as Oil Taxes, Royalties Smash Targets

Nigeria's federally collected revenue received a major boost in August 2026 as the Nigeria Revenue Service (NRS) generated N3.70 trillion in tax and related revenue, driven largely by strong petroleum taxes, royalties and Value Added Tax (VAT) receipts.

Ebola Alarm Grows as Kenya Confirms Third Case, 127 Contacts Quarantined

Kenya's Ebola emergency has deepened with the confirmation of a third infection, involving a 65-year-old woman, as health authorities keep 127 contacts under quarantine and intensify efforts to locate three others linked to the country's first fatal case.

Loveworld Unveils State-Of-The-Art London Broadcast Studios, Expands Global Media Operations

Loveworld Europe will on Saturday unveil a new state-of-the-art broadcast and production facility in London, significantly expanding its television, digital content and international broadcasting capacity.

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Felix Ifijeh is a journalist with years of professional reporting experience. Known for his keen news sense, compelling storytelling and commitment to accurate, impactful reporting, he has built a reputation for turning leads into clear, engaging, and well-structured reports that resonate with readers. His work reflects deep newsroom experience and a commitment to accurate, impactful journalism.
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