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CSource: Channels Television
Today•16 hrs ago

Taraba Killings: Senate Demands Security Crackdown As Death Toll Rises To 80

Quick Read: The Nigerian Senate has formally called for a military and security crackdown in border communities spanning Taraba, Plateau, and Bauchi states. This resolution follows a violent incursion by armed bandits in Binnari, Karim Lamido LGA, which resulted in approximately 80 deaths and widespread property destruction.

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TSource: The Guardian Nigeria
Today•16 hrs ago

INEC admits AI-generated faces found in voters’ register - The Guardian Nigeria News

Quick Read: The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has confirmed the presence of AI-generated faces within the national voters' register. This admission brings to light significant concerns regarding the digital integrity of the electoral database.

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TSource: The Guardian Nigeria
Today•16 hrs ago

Barau counters Osinbajo, insists Tinubu tackling Nigeria’s economic woes - The Guardian Nigeria News

Quick Read: Deputy Senate President Barau Jibrin has publicly challenged former Vice President Yemi Osinbajo's perspective on Nigeria's economic state. Barau asserts that the current administration is successfully navigating and addressing the nation's economic difficulties.

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LSource: Linda Ikeji's Blog
Today•17 hrs ago

Tinubu transmits bill to Senate to allow transfer of convicted Nigerians abroad back home

Quick Read: President Bola Tinubu has transmitted the Transfer of Convicted Offenders Enactment and Enforcement Amendment Bill 2026 to the Senate. This legislation aims to broaden the legal framework for repatriating Nigerian citizens convicted abroad to serve their sentences in Nigeria through formal bilateral agreements.

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TSource: The Guardian Nigeria
Today•17 hrs ago

Oyo LG Poll: OYSIEC unveils candidates’ list - The Guardian Nigeria News

Quick Read: The Oyo State Independent Electoral Commission (OYSIEC) has moved forward with the local government electoral process by unveiling the list of candidates. This action serves as a formal disclosure of those cleared to participate in the upcoming polls.

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LSource: Linda Ikeji's Blog
Today•17 hrs ago

Court dismisses Emeka Ike’s N10bn damages suit against Wike’s aide and INEC

Quick Read: The Federal High Court in Abuja has dismissed a N10 billion lawsuit filed by actor Emeka Ike against Lere Olayinka, an aide to the FCT Minister, and INEC. Justice Salim Ibrahim ruled that the suit was incompetent and lacked the necessary proof to substantiate claims of privacy violations.

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TSource: The Guardian Nigeria
Today•18 hrs ago

Abiodun reassures Ijebuland on Awujale, projects economic boom for Ogun East - The Guardian Nigeria News

Quick Read: Governor Dapo Abiodun has issued a reassurance to the people of Ijebuland concerning the Awujale. He further expressed optimism regarding the economic trajectory of the Ogun East senatorial district.

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LSource: Linda Ikeji's Blog
Today•18 hrs ago

Four postgraduate students lose their lives in accident involving Niger State Governor s convoy

Quick Read: A tragic road accident involving the convoy of Niger State Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago resulted in the deaths of four postgraduate students and a government driver. The incident took place at Gidan Mongoro along the Minna–Bida Road while the convoy was returning from an official condolence visit.

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PSource: Premium Times Opinions
Today•19 hrs ago

Tinubu’s burden, Atiku’s opportunity: The road to 2027, By Adnan Mukhtar

Quick Read: The article highlights a growing trend among APC candidates in Northern Nigeria to distance their political campaigns from President Tinubu. It suggests that the President's current political standing in the region is perceived as a liability for local candidates seeking electoral success.

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NSource: Nairametrics
Today•20 hrs ago

Lead the Future Conference calls for future-ready African businesses

Quick Read: The Lead the Future Conference 2026 brought together business and governance experts in Lagos to address the challenges of building globally competitive African organizations. The event concluded that sustainable growth requires a synergy between strategic technology adoption, effective leadership, and continuous workforce development.

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LSource: Linda Ikeji's Blog
Today•23 hrs ago

No matter what Soludo does, Peter Obi will continue to be more popular than him - Senator Victor Umeh

Quick Read: Senator Victor Umeh has publicly stated that Governor Charles Soludo cannot match the popularity of former Governor Peter Obi. This statement highlights the deepening political rift between the two leaders in Anambra State.

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TSource: The Guardian Nigeria
Today•23 hrs ago

CSOs doubt INEC, police neutrality, launch data monitoring platform - The Guardian Nigeria News

Quick Read: Civil Society Organizations have formally expressed distrust in the neutrality of Nigeria's electoral umpire, INEC, and the national police force. To mitigate these concerns, the groups have introduced a data monitoring platform to ensure independent oversight.

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TSource: The Guardian Nigeria
Today•Yesterday

Makinde, ADC-PCC ask Tinubu to address alleged payment for appointments - The Guardian Nigeria News

Quick Read: Governor Seyi Makinde and the ADC-PCC have urged President Bola Tinubu to take action regarding reports of payments being made for government appointments. The request emphasizes the need for the administration to clarify and address these allegations to maintain public trust.

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TSource: The Guardian Nigeria
Today•Yesterday

Adesina, Tompolo hail Tinubu’s reforms, back re-election - The Guardian Nigeria News

Quick Read: Prominent figures Ayo Adebanjo and Government Ekpemupolo (Tompolo) have publicly endorsed President Bola Tinubu's ongoing reforms. Their support extends to backing the President for a re-election bid.

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TSource: The Guardian Nigeria
Today•Yesterday

Conflict of interest in Soludo’s Anambra over Tinubu’s re-election - The Guardian Nigeria News

Quick Read: The Guardian Nigeria News has highlighted a growing conflict of interest within Anambra State regarding the re-election bid of President Bola Tinubu. The situation underscores the complex political dynamics currently influencing Governor Soludo’s administration.

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TSource: The Guardian Nigeria
Today•Yesterday

Latest news today on Nyesom Wike - The Guardian Nigeria News

Quick Read: The provided text acts as a generic header for a news category rather than a report on current events. It contains no information regarding the activities, decisions, or status of Nyesom Wike.

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TSource: The Guardian Nigeria
Today•Yesterday

Sandra Mbanefo, others to headline FWIFT convention 2026 - The Guardian Nigeria News

Quick Read: Sandra Mbanefo has been announced as a headline speaker for the upcoming FWIFT convention. The event is slated to take place in 2026.

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LSource: Linda Ikeji's Blog
•Yesterday

“I m not proud to be from Delta State. Our leaders are doing nothing” – TikTok user alleges

Quick Read: Ogeneru Kewe, a TikTok user, has publicly condemned the Delta State government for its alleged failure to address and prevent sexual assaults. She claims that victims in areas like Ozoro, Ekpan, and Effurun have been denied justice, leading her to renounce pride in her state of origin.

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TSource: The Guardian Nigeria
•Yesterday

Outcry over AI-generated photos in voters’ register as INEC begins probe - The Guardian Nigeria News

Quick Read: The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) is conducting an investigation following public outcry over the identification of AI-generated photographs in the national voters' register. The commission is working to verify the claims and assess the impact on the electoral database.

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LSource: Linda Ikeji's Blog
•Yesterday

2027: Rivers state is entirely for Tinubu - Wike

Quick Read: FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has publicly declared Rivers State's full support for President Bola Tinubu ahead of the 2027 elections. He emphasized a commitment to ending political violence and fostering a united, collective leadership model in the state.

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LSource: Linda Ikeji's Blog
•Yesterday

INEC admits there are questionable registrations on voters register it made public after backlash from Nigerians over AI-generated photos and names of deceased persons

Quick Read: INEC has admitted to identifying questionable entries in its preliminary voters' register following public outcry over AI-generated images and deceased individuals. Simultaneously, Finance Minister Taiwo Oyedele highlighted the severe economic strain on poor Nigerians, noting that some households spend more than their total income on food.

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LSource: Linda Ikeji's Blog
•Yesterday

Our people deserve better - Utomi slams Tinubu s administration after Finance Minister disclosed Nigerians spend 120% of income on food

Quick Read: Finance Minister Taiwo Oyedele disclosed that some Nigerian households spend 120% of their income on food, highlighting the severe impact of the current cost-of-living crisis. Political economist Pat Utomi responded to the revelation by criticizing the administration, asserting that citizens deserve better living conditions.

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LSource: Linda Ikeji's Blog
•Yesterday

Atiku asks National Assembly to reject Tinubu’s loan request as he claims it s campaign slush fund

Quick Read: Former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar has formally requested that the National Assembly block President Bola Tinubu's multi-billion dollar external loan proposal. Atiku contends that the administration has failed to provide necessary transparency regarding project specifics and warns that the funds could be misused for political campaigning.

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LSource: Linda Ikeji's Blog
•Yesterday

INEC slammed by Nigerians over alleged ‘AI-generated photos and names of deceased persons’ in voters’ register

Quick Read: The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) is under scrutiny after citizens identified potential irregularities in the preliminary voters' register published online. The concerns include claims of AI-generated images and duplicate records, prompting widespread social media criticism.