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Politics · Nigerian Tribune ·How Senate recorded historic legislative legacy under Akpabio — NIW
The report examines claims by NIW that Nigeria’s Senate achieved a historic legislative legacy under Senate President Godswill Akpabio. It focuses on the institution’s legislative record and developments during his leadership, without specifying the particular measures or milestones highlighted.
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Politics · The Punch ·Gombe by-election: Residents hail peaceful exercise, INEC decries low turnout
Residents in Gombe described the by-election as peaceful, while the Independent National Electoral Commission expressed concern over the low number of voters who participated. The headline indicates that the exercise proceeded without reported disorder, but highlights voter turnout as a significant issue during the poll.
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Politics · BusinessDay ·By-Elections: Bauchi govt accuses security personnel of arresting voters, demands release
The Bauchi State Government has accused security personnel of arresting voters during by-elections in the state and called for those detained to be released. The allegation and demand come amid the conduct of the electoral process, though the headline does not specify the number of arrests, affected locations or the security agencies involved.
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Politics · Daily Post ·Deputy Senate President Barau removes aide over ‘Abba Must Go’ Post
Deputy Senate President Barau has removed an aide following a social media post bearing the phrase Abba Must Go. The headline indicates that the disciplinary action was linked to the post, but provides no further details about the aide, the platform used, or the specific circumstances surrounding the decision.
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Politics · Vanguard ·Police nab 47 ‘security operatives’ at Bauchi polling units
Police in Bauchi reportedly arrested 47 individuals described as security operatives at polling units. The arrests occurred during voting activities, although the headline does not specify the identities of those detained, the circumstances surrounding the arrests, or whether authorities confirmed any alleged violations.
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Politics · ThisDay ·Shettima Lauds NAHCON Over Renewed Vigour, Seamless Operations
Vice President Kashim Shettima has commended the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) for demonstrating renewed energy and maintaining smooth, efficient operations. His remarks highlight the commission’s improved drive and coordination in carrying out its responsibilities, although the headline does not provide further details about the occasion or specific activities involved.
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Politics · Premium Times ·Diesel-powered streetlight, CAF-rejected stadium reflect Makinde’s engineering incompetence — Alli
Alli has criticised Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde, citing a diesel-powered streetlight and a stadium reportedly rejected by the Confederation of African Football as examples of what he describes as engineering incompetence under the governor’s administration.
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Politics · The Punch ·
Olubadan elevates Oyo APC gov candidate Alli to ‘Ekerin Balogun’
The Olubadan of Ibadan has elevated Alli, the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate for governor of Oyo State, to the traditional title of Ekerin Balogun. The development highlights a formal recognition of Alli within the Olubadan chieftaincy system ahead of the state’s gubernatorial contest.
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Politics · Daily Post ·Jonathan lands at Ebonyi airport, calls for greater patronage
Former President Goodluck Jonathan arrived at Ebonyi Airport and urged increased patronage, though the headline does not specify whether he was referring to the airport, a service, or a broader initiative. Further details about the occasion, audience and purpose of the appeal were not provided.
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Politics · Nigerian Tribune ·Gov Nwifuru sacks works commissioner
Ebonyi State Governor Francis Nwifuru has dismissed the commissioner responsible for works, according to Nigerian Tribune. The headline does not provide the commissioner’s name, the reasons for the decision, when it took effect, or whether a replacement has been appointed.
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Politics · Nigerian Tribune ·FG appoints Ciroma, Deji Adeyanju, others to probe miners’ death in NSCDC custody
The Federal Government has appointed Ciroma, Deji Adeyanju and other individuals to investigate the deaths of miners who were in the custody of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps. The panel is expected to examine the circumstances surrounding the deaths and provide findings to the appropriate authorities.
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Politics · Daily Post ·Tinubu’s drug allegation: Provide your evidence – Fani-Kayode challenges US firm
Former aviation minister Femi Fani-Kayode has challenged a United States-based firm to produce evidence supporting an allegation involving President Bola Tinubu and drugs. The demand relates to claims made against the president, although the headline does not specify the company, the evidence sought, or the firm’s response.
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Politics · Daily Post ·Kwara Assembly official urges leaders to bridge Nigeria’s policy execution gap
A Kwara State House of Assembly official has called on Nigeria’s political and institutional leaders to address the gap between policy formulation and implementation. The appeal highlights the need for stronger execution of government decisions to ensure policies achieve their intended outcomes.
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Politics · PM News ·
Akpabio-led Senate has recorded historic legislative legacy — NIW
The National Institute for Legislative and Democratic Studies says the Senate under President Godswill Akpabio has established a historic legislative legacy. The assessment highlights the chamber’s record and institutional contributions during Akpabio’s leadership, without providing further details on the specific laws, policies or achievements involved.
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Politics · Leadership News ·
Gombe By-Election: Peaceful Voting, Uneven Turnout Across Polling Units
Voting in the Gombe by-election was reported as peaceful across polling units, while turnout varied from one location to another. The headline indicates that the election proceeded without major disruption, but participation levels were uneven among voters in different areas.
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Politics · Vanguard ·2027: Meet two women in race against Tinubu, Atiku, Obi
The report highlights two women identified as potential contenders in Nigeria’s 2027 presidential race, alongside incumbent President Bola Tinubu and former candidates Atiku Abubakar and Peter Obi. It focuses on their reported participation or ambitions in the emerging contest, without providing further details about their identities or political platforms.
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Politics · PM News ·
Low voter turnout, apathy mar by-elections in Gombe, Kano
By-elections held in Gombe and Kano were marked by low voter turnout and widespread apathy, according to PM News. The headline indicates limited participation by voters in both states, but provides no further details on the specific constituencies, causes of the low turnout, or election outcomes.
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Politics · The Punch ·
2027: Plateau board warns politicians against pasting posters on public property
A Plateau State board has cautioned politicians against placing campaign posters on public property ahead of the 2027 elections. The warning signals that political actors may face restrictions or enforcement measures if they use government-owned structures and other public facilities for campaign publicity.
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Politics · Nigerian Tribune ·APM demands probe into NSCDC custody deaths, Minna protests
The APM has called for an investigation into deaths reportedly occurring in the custody of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, while protests were held in Minna over the issue. The demand seeks clarification of the circumstances surrounding the deaths and accountability from relevant authorities.
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Politics · ThisDay ·
Kebbi 2027: Idris’s Grassroots Connect, Performance Record Give APC Edge, Says Aide
An aide says Kebbi State Governor Nasir Idris’s grassroots engagement and record in office could give the All Progressives Congress an advantage in the 2027 election. The claim highlights the governor’s local political connections and performance as factors shaping the party’s prospects, without indicating specific achievements or electoral outcomes.
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