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Politics · Daily Post ·Osun Assembly backs constitutional amendment for state police
The Osun State House of Assembly has endorsed a proposed amendment to Nigeria’s Constitution that would enable the creation of state police. The move places the assembly among state legislatures supporting a constitutional change on policing, although the headline does not provide details about the resolution’s timing, scope or next steps.
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Business · Nairametrics ·BREAKING: CBN says MPR reset due to disconnect with market rates
The Central Bank of Nigeria says it is resetting the Monetary Policy Rate because the official benchmark has become disconnected from prevailing market rates. The statement indicates an effort to realign monetary policy with current market conditions, though the headline does not specify the timing, scope or expected effects of the adjustment.
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Other · Premium Times ·Abia records 7 GBV cases in one month – Commissioner
Abia State recorded seven cases of gender-based violence within one month, according to the state commissioner. The disclosure highlights reported incidents during the period, although the headline does not specify the forms of violence, locations, victims, or actions taken by authorities.
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Politics · Vanguard ·67.4% of Nigerians demand return of fuel subsidy — Atiku
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar says a survey found that 67.4 percent of Nigerians want the federal government to restore the fuel subsidy. The claim highlights public demand for a reversal of the policy, which has been associated with changes in fuel prices and household economic pressures.
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Politics · Channels TV ·
NDC Moves To Inaugurate Campaign Council, Gives Obi, Kwankwaso Nomination Powers
The NDC is preparing to inaugurate its campaign council and has granted Peter Obi and Rabiu Kwankwaso authority over nominations. The move outlines the party’s campaign structure and assigns the two political figures a central role in selecting candidates ahead of its activities.
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Business · Daily Trust ·
3 Years. One Big5 Stage. A Growing Story of What Mikano Motors LHCV Can Do
Mikano Motors’ light commercial vehicle business is marking three years of operations and participation on the Big5 stage. The headline indicates a growing account of the capabilities and performance of its LHCV offering, though it does not provide specific details about the vehicles, milestones or achievements involved.
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Sports · Leadership News ·
Awoniyi Leads Super Eagles’ Striker Options After Osimhen Blow
Taiwo Awoniyi has emerged as a leading option for Nigeria’s Super Eagles in the striker position following a setback involving Victor Osimhen. The development highlights the national team’s need to assess alternative attacking choices as preparations continue, though the headline does not provide further details about Osimhen’s situation or the selection process.
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Politics · PM News ·
2027: APC Presidential Campaign Council goes spiritual for Tinubu’s reelection
The All Progressives Congress Presidential Campaign Council has adopted a spiritual approach in support of President Bola Tinubu’s bid for reelection in 2027. The headline indicates that campaign officials are turning to religious or faith-based activities as part of preparations for the forthcoming presidential contest.
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Politics · Premium Times ·Ex-SGF Babachir Lawal joins NDC
Former Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Babachir Lawal, has joined the NDC, according to Premium Times. The headline reports his movement into the party but does not provide details about the circumstances, timing, his role, or the political implications of the decision.
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Politics · Leadership News ·
Tinubu’s 21-Day Absence: Sowore Tells NASS To Invoke Section 145, Hand Power To Shettima
Omoyele Sowore has urged the National Assembly to invoke Section 145 of Nigeria’s Constitution following President Bola Tinubu’s reported 21-day absence. He is calling for Vice-President Kashim Shettima to assume presidential powers during the period, though the headline does not provide further details about the absence or the lawmakers’ response.
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Politics · Nigerian Tribune ·Our govt will reintroduce fuel subsidy in different form — Kwankwaso
Rabiu Kwankwaso says his government would reintroduce fuel subsidy in a different form if elected or in office, signalling a possible change in how petrol pricing support is provided. The statement places fuel subsidy policy at the centre of his government’s economic approach, without specifying the proposed alternative arrangement.
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Business · Premium Times ·FX pressures recede as reserves hit 18-year high, current account surplus rises 67.9% – CBN
The Central Bank of Nigeria says pressure in the foreign exchange market has eased as the country’s external reserves reached their highest level in 18 years. The bank also reported a 67.9% increase in the current account surplus, indicating improved external-sector performance.
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Politics · The Punch ·Obi-led NDC govt will reintroduce fuel subsidy in ‘different form’ – Kwankwaso
Rabiu Kwankwaso says a government led by Peter Obi and the New Nigeria Development Council would restore fuel subsidies, although in a different form. His statement outlines the position attributed to the proposed administration on fuel pricing and subsidy policy.
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Other · The Punch ·
NSCDC foils attempt to vandalise transformer in Jigawa, arrests one
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps stopped an alleged attempt to vandalise a transformer in Jigawa State and arrested one suspect. The incident highlights the agency’s intervention to protect critical electricity infrastructure, although the headline does not provide details about the suspect’s identity, the location, or the circumstances surrounding the attempted vandalism.
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Business · BellaNaija ·Sahara Group’s Folake Soetan, Others Join Board of Chude Jideonwo’s New Media Group, FourthMainland
Sahara Group executive Folake Soetan and other individuals have joined the board of FourthMainland, a new media group founded by Chude Jideonwo. The appointments mark the formation of the organisation’s leadership structure, although the headline does not provide further details about the other board members or the group’s operations.
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Business · Daily Trust ·
NMDPRA threatens to revoke licences of filling stations tampering with pumps
The Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority has warned that filling stations found tampering with their fuel pumps could have their operating licences revoked. The threat signals stricter enforcement against stations involved in practices that may compromise the accuracy of fuel measurements for consumers.
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Sports · Complete Sports ·
2027 AFCONQ: Nwabali Arrives Super Eagles Camp Ahead Madagascar, Guinea-Bissau Fixtures
Super Eagles goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali has arrived in camp ahead of Nigeria’s 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying fixtures against Madagascar and Guinea-Bissau. His arrival adds to preparations for the two scheduled matches, with the national team assembling for the qualification campaign.
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Other · PM News ·
Ibrahim Dan-Musa commends Army leadership, says soldiers delivering results
Ibrahim Dan-Musa has commended the leadership of the Nigerian Army, stating that soldiers are achieving results in their duties. His remarks highlight confidence in the army’s current direction and acknowledge the efforts of personnel, although the headline does not provide further details about the specific operations or outcomes referenced.
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Education · Vanguard ·Canada lists 6 reasons foreign student admissions are falling
Canada has identified six factors behind the decline in admissions of foreign students. The development concerns international education and may affect prospective students, educational institutions and migration-related planning, although the headline does not specify the individual reasons or provide further details about the affected countries.
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Other · Premium Times ·One missing as police rescue seven school children, two others trapped by flood
Police rescued seven schoolchildren and two other people after flooding trapped them, while one person remained missing. The incident highlights the immediate danger posed by floodwaters to children and residents, although the headline does not provide details on the location, cause of the flooding or the ongoing search.
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