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Senate Warns Against Misuse of Service-Wide Votes in 2026 Budget

The Nigerian Senate has warned that any government agency benefiting from service-wide votes without proper accountability will no longer be tolerated. Senator Adeola Olamilekan, Chairman of the Senate Committee on Appropriations, stated that the 2026 budget would mark a decisive break from past spending practices. Speaking at a one-day public hearing on the 2026 Appropriation

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NLC Threatens Protests, Election Boycott Over Electoral Act Amendments

The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has warned of possible nationwide protests and election boycotts over what it described as confusion and contradictory positions by the Senate on proposed amendments to the Electoral Act. The labour union specifically raised concerns about the lack of clarity regarding the electronic transmission of election results. According to the NLC,

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Rivers Moves to Expand Youth Employment Through Bonny Engagement

The Rivers State Ministry of Employment Generation and Economic Empowerment has intensified efforts to expand job opportunities for youths across the state. As part of the initiative, the Commissioner, Dr. Chisom Kenneth Gbali, paid a visit to the Amanyanabo and Natural Ruler of Grand Bonny, His Majesty King Edward Asemini Williams Dappa Pepple III. Dr.

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PRP Completes Screening of Candidates Ahead of Rivers State Congress

The People’s Redemption Party, PRP, in Rivers State has concluded the screening of candidates for its State Executive positions ahead of the party’s State Congress scheduled for Friday, February 13, 2026. Speaking with journalists after the exercise, the Chairman of the PRP Electoral Committee, Synchro Uchendu, said all positions except that of Vice Chairman were

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ADC Faults Rivers Government’s Free Education Claim

The African Democratic Congress, ADC, has described the Rivers State Government’s claim of providing free education at primary and secondary levels as deceptive. Speaking in an interview, the ADC Chairman in Rivers State, Leader Samson, said the state last experienced genuine free education during the administration of former Governor Chibike Rotimi Amaechi. According to him,

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Kalabari Democratic Front Raises Alarm Over Tension in Asari-Toru Local Government

The Kalabari Democratic Front (KDF) has expressed serious concern over rising tensions between the executive and legislative arms of the Asari-Toru Local Government. In a statement, the pan-Kalabari political watchdog condemned the growing hostility, distrust, and public disagreements between the Local Government Chairman and the Legislative Council. The group attributed the friction to political forces

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Backlash Trails Senate’s Rejection of Real-Time Electronic Transmission of Election Results

The Nigerian Senate is facing widespread criticism following its rejection of real-time electronic transmission of election results ahead of the 2027 general elections. A Professor of Politics and Governance at the Ignatius Ajuru University of Education, Ken Nwaeke, said many senators are aware they may struggle to secure re-election in a truly free and fair

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Trump Says U.S. Coordinated Sokoto Christmas Day Air Strikes With Nigeria

United States President Donald Trump has disclosed that the American government coordinated the Sokoto Christmas Day air strikes targeting ISIS militants in collaboration with the Nigerian government. Trump made the statement while addressing guests at the National Prayer Breakfast in Washington, D.C. According to him, the strikes were ordered to decimate ISIS fighters he accused

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Umeh Clarifies Senate Position on Electronic Transmission of Election Results

Senator representing Anambra Central, Victor Umeh, has clarified that the Senate unanimously approved the electronic transmission of election results in the proposed amendments to the Electoral Act, contrary to public reports suggesting that lawmakers endorsed only a “transfer” of results. Umeh explained that the legislative process leading to the amendment was thorough and deliberate, involving

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Tinubu Seeks World Bank Support for Nigeria’s Economic Reforms

President Bola Tinubu has called on the World Bank to support Nigeria’s ongoing economic reforms, particularly in the areas of agriculture, youth employment, and private sector growth. He said such support is critical to his administration’s strategy to strengthen the economy and create more opportunities for Nigerians. The president made the appeal on Tuesday while

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