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FCT High Court declares diaspora chapters of Nigerian political parties unconstitutional, illegal and unknown to the laws of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, saying no registered party can establish or operate official structures abroad Court nullifies APC's United...

Gunmen invade Government Secondary School, Odo-Ekina, during the ongoing NECO examination, abducting four students, the principal and a NECO ad hoc staff member Kogi Police confirm one abducted student has been rescued as a joint security team intensifies...

Akpabio opens the National Assembly to unprecedented public engagement, urging Nigerians to scrutinise lawmakers and hold Parliament accountable for its actions. Senate President says democracy thrives when citizens actively participate, insisting Parliament belongs to the people, not elected...

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) is seeking to raise ₦600 billion at today's Treasury Bills auction, with the one-year instrument expected to attract the strongest investor demand. The auction comes after June's heavily oversubscribed sale, where investors...

Kwankwaso calls for renewed political cooperation between Northern Nigeria and the South-East ahead of the 2027 general election. Former Kano governor says reconciliation after the Civil War remains a model for building national unity and inclusive governance. Recalls...

Independent petroleum marketers have rejected Dangote Refinery's decision to price fuel in US dollars, warning that the move could increase foreign exchange pressure and make petrol prices more volatile. PETROAN and IPMAN argue that domestic fuel should continue...

The Sultan of Sokoto has declared Thursday, July 16, 2026, as the first day of Safar 1448AH after the new crescent moon was not sighted across Nigeria. Muharram 1448AH will complete its full 30-day cycle, with Wednesday, July...

Ishaku Abbo claims each serving senator now receives over ₦2 billion annually for constituency projects, up from ₦220 million during his tenure. Former senator says he delivered more infrastructure and empowerment projects with smaller allocations than his successor...

French President Emmanuel Macron will undertake a state visit to Nigeria later this year in a move aimed at strengthening bilateral relations with President Bola Tinubu. Both leaders are expected to review progress on agreements reached during Tinubu's...

Nigeria, Ghana, and Côte d'Ivoire are forming a historic alliance to stop exporting cheap raw beans and take control of their own supply. By acting together, these nations want to break the power of global chocolate brands that...