September 22, 2026

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Court rejects Aiyedatiwa’s bid to challenge re-election eligibility in Ondo

Court rejects Aiyedatiwa’s bid to challenge re-election eligibility in Ondo

Tom Chiahemen March 9, 2026
The Court of Appeal, Abuja has dismissed the appeal filed by Lucky Aiyedatiwa, Governor of Ondo State, challenging a November 24, 2025 ruling by the Federal High Court, Akure that questioned his eligibility to contest the next governorship election. In a unanimous decision, a three-member panel upheld the trial...
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Dangote Refinery increases petrol price to ₦1,175/litre, diesel to ₦1,620 as global oil prices surge Dangote Petroleum Refinery

Dangote Refinery increases petrol price to ₦1,175/litre, diesel to ₦1,620 as global oil prices surge

By OLA MODUPE, Lagos March 9, 2026
Nigeria’s largest refinery, the Dangote Petroleum Refinery, has increased the ex-depot price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), commonly known as petrol, to ₦1,175 per litre, while the price of Automotive Gas Oil (AGO), or diesel, has been raised to ₦1,620 per litre. The new pricing, which applies to fuel...
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Rivers Assembly confirms 5 commissioners, rejects 4 of Fubara’s nominees after heated screening Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara

Rivers Assembly confirms 5 commissioners, rejects 4 of Fubara’s nominees after heated screening

Tom Chiahemen March 9, 2026
Rivers State House of Assembly on Monday screened nine commissioner nominees submitted by Governor Siminalayi Fubara, confirming five and rejecting four after several hours of questioning and debate in Port Harcourt. Lawmakers called the nominees one after another to defend their qualifications and respond to concerns raised by members...
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Appeal Court slams PDP over Ibadan Convention, upholds judgment on Lamido’s exclusion Court PDP

Appeal Court slams PDP over Ibadan Convention, upholds judgment on Lamido’s exclusion

Tom Chiahemen March 9, 2026
Court of Appeal in Abuja has upheld an earlier ruling that barred the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) from holding its November 15–16 national convention in Ibadan without allowing former Sule Lamido, a former governor of Jigawa State, to contest for the party’s chairmanship. In a unanimous decision, a three-member...
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Tinubu celebrates Nigerian women on International Women’s Day, praises their role in nation building President Bola Tinubu

Tinubu celebrates Nigerian women on International Women’s Day, praises their role in nation building

By DAVID IORJA, Abuja March 9, 2026
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has paid tribute to Nigerian women at home and in the diaspora, praising their resilience, leadership, and vital contributions to national development as the world marks International Women’s Day. In a message released on Saturday to commemorate the global celebration, the Nigerian leader described women...
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Peter Obi revalidates ADC membership, calls for united opposition against bad governance Peter Obi revalidates ADC membership, calls for united opposition against bad governance

Peter Obi revalidates ADC membership, calls for united opposition against bad governance

By CALLISTUS OFFOR, Abuja March 9, 2026
Former presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Peter Obi has formally revalidated his membership in the party, urging Nigerians and opposition groups to unite in confronting what he described as bad governance ahead of the 2027 general elections. Obi disclosed this in a post on his X...
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AGF Fagbemi: Resolution of OPL 245 dispute repositions Nigeria’s economy, hails President Tinubu’s leadership AGF Fagbemi: Resolution of OPL 245 dispute repositions Nigeria's economy, hails President Tinubu's leadership

AGF Fagbemi: Resolution of OPL 245 dispute repositions Nigeria’s economy, hails President Tinubu’s leadership

By DAVID IORJA, Abuja March 9, 2026
The Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi, has said that resolving the longstanding dispute over OPL 245 will reposition the economy and strengthen the country’s fiscal muscle. He praised President Bola Tinubu’s visionary leadership, which enabled the breakthrough. The Attorney-General and Minister of Justice, who...
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“I will face any interviewer anywhere to defend Tinubu” — Daniel Bwala fires back after explosive Mehdi Hasan interview President Bola Tinubu and his media aide, Daniel Bwala

“I will face any interviewer anywhere to defend Tinubu” — Daniel Bwala fires back after explosive Mehdi Hasan interview

By DAVID IORJA, Abuja March 8, 2026
Special Adviser to the President on Media and Policy Communication, Daniel Bwala, has responded to the widespread reactions that followed his recent interview with journalist Mehdi Hasan, stating that defending the administration of Bola Ahmed Tinubu is a responsibility he undertakes with “ease and joy.” In a statement issued...
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Nigerian Army debunks report of 40 soldiers killed in Borno attacks, details troops’ heroic fight against Boko Haram Nigerian Army Special Forces (SF)

Nigerian Army debunks report of 40 soldiers killed in Borno attacks, details troops’ heroic fight against Boko Haram

By SADIQ ABUBAKAR, Maiduguri March 8, 2026
Nigerian Army has dismissed reports alleging that more than 40 soldiers were killed during recent terrorist attacks in communities in Borno State, describing the claim as misleading and based on unverified sources. In a statement issued on Saturday by the Media Information Officer, HQ Joint Task Force (North East)...
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Guards Brigade troops rescue 19 kidnap victims, eliminate terrorist in Bwari, Abuja Guards Brigade troops rescue 19 kidnap victims, eliminate terrorist in Bwari, Abuja

Guards Brigade troops rescue 19 kidnap victims, eliminate terrorist in Bwari, Abuja

By EMMANUEL KUJE, Abuja March 8, 2026
Troops of 7 Guards Battalion, Guards Brigade Nigerian Army, in conjunction with elements of the Nigeria Police Force and local vigilantes, have successfully rescued 19 kidnapped victims during a coordinated search and rescue operation conducted around Gidan Dogo in Bwari Area Council of the Federal Capital Territory. Acting Assistant...
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DSS nabs notorious ESN commander, IPOB suspect over deadly attacks in Enugu DSS nabs notorious ESN commander, IPOB suspect over deadly attacks in Enugu

DSS nabs notorious ESN commander, IPOB suspect over deadly attacks in Enugu

By EZEKIEL OBI, Abuja March 8, 2026
Operatives of the Department of State Services (DSS) on Friday 6, at Eha-Amufu and Umuhu in Isi-Uzo Local Government Area, Enugu State, arrested a suspected notorious Eastern Security Network (ESN) commander, Sabastine Odo Odam, and Ejike Daniel, a suspected member of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB). Security sources...
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Tinubu to Armed Forces: Together we shall prevail, your sacrifices will not be in vain tinubu pays tribute to armed Forces

Tinubu to Armed Forces: Together we shall prevail, your sacrifices will not be in vain

By DAVID IORJA, Abuja March 7, 2026
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Friday assured Nigerians and members of the Armed Forces that the nation will ultimately prevail against all forms of insecurity, emphasising that the sacrifices of the country’s brave servicemen and women will never be in vain.  President Tinubu gave the assurances during an interfaith breaking...
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Lassa Fever: 42 deaths recorded in Taraba as FMC Jalingo struggles with doctor shortage Lassa Fever in Nigeria NCDC

Lassa Fever: 42 deaths recorded in Taraba as FMC Jalingo struggles with doctor shortage

By JOHN MKOM, Jalingo March 7, 2026
No fewer than 42 people have died from Lassa fever at the Federal Medical Centre Jalingo between November 2025 and March 2026, according to hospital authorities. The tertiary health facility, regarded as the largest hospital in Taraba State, is also grappling with an acute shortage of medical doctors as...
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ADC to APC: Do not mistake our restraint for weakness, we will protect our party, members ADC logo

ADC to APC: Do not mistake our restraint for weakness, we will protect our party, members

By EZEKIEL OBI, Abuja March 6, 2026
African Democratic Congress (ADC) has condemned the burning of its party secretariat in Ubima, Rivers State, describing the incident as a criminal attack on democracy and a dangerous escalation of political violence. In a statement issued by its National Publicity Secretary, Mallam Bolaji Abdullahi, the party said the arson...
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Tinubu moves to fix Nigeria’s power grid, inaugurates committee for GAMCO National grid collapses rcn Electricity power supply

Tinubu moves to fix Nigeria’s power grid, inaugurates committee for GAMCO

By DAVID IORJA, Abuja March 6, 2026
President Bola Tinubu on Friday constituted an 11-member committee to ensure the smooth sailing incorporation of the Grid Asset Management Company Limited (GAMCO). The committee’s constitution followed the Federal Executive Council’s approval of the company’s establishment at its Wednesday meeting. In proposing GAMCO, President Tinubu hopes to fast-track a...
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Court grants Malami, wife, son ₦200m bail each in alleged money laundering case Court sends Malami, wife, son back to prison

Court grants Malami, wife, son ₦200m bail each in alleged money laundering case

By EZEKIEL OBI, Abuja March 6, 2026
Justice Joyce Abdulmalik of the Federal High Court of Nigeria in Abuja has granted bail to former Attorney General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami, his wife Asabe Bashir, and their son Abdulaziz Malami in an ongoing money laundering case. In a ruling delivered on March 6, 2026, the court...
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EFCC arraigns alleged serial fraudster, Titilayo Eboh over N1.8bn forex fraud in Lagos   EFCC arraigns serial fraudster

EFCC arraigns alleged serial fraudster, Titilayo Eboh over N1.8bn forex fraud in Lagos  

By OLA MODUPE, Lagos March 6, 2026
Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Lagos Zonal Directorate 2, Ikoyi, on Wednesday March 4, 2026, arraigned an alleged serial fraudster, Titilayo Eboh , before Justice Mojisola Dada of the  Special Offences Court, sitting in Ikeja, over an alleged N1, 871, 220, 000.00 (One Billion, Eight Hundred and Seventy-one Million,...
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Reps probe alleged abandonment of ₦365m National Library Project in Taraba House of Representatives

Reps probe alleged abandonment of ₦365m National Library Project in Taraba

Tom Chiahemen March 6, 2026
House of Representatives Public Accounts Committee on Thursday raised concerns over the alleged abandonment of a ₦365 million National Library of Nigeria project in Jalingo, Taraba State, following a petition submitted by civic organisation, BudgIT Foundation. BudgIT had accused the National Library of Nigeria (NLN) of abandoning the construction...
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