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Senate Says Empirical Data Informed Decision on Electronic Transmission of Election Results

The Senate of Nigeria has stated that empirical data guided its decision to make the electronic transmission of election results discretionary rather than mandatory as part of the ongoing reform of the country’s electoral governance framework. According to the upper chamber, the position reflects the stark realities facing Nigeria and was reached after extensive consultations

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Shettima Arrives Addis Ababa for AU Summit

Nigeria’s Vice President, Kashim Shettima, has arrived in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, for the 39th Ordinary Session of the Assembly of the African Union (AU) Heads of State and Government. His arrival was confirmed in a statement issued by the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media and Communications, Stanley Nkwocha. Representing President Bola Tinubu,

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Senate Threatens to Withhold Approval of Accountant-General’s 2026 Budget

The Senate has threatened to withhold approval of the 2026 budget proposal for the Office of the Accountant-General of the Federation over the poor release of funds to Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) and the non-payment of contractors. The warning was issued by the Senate Committee on Finance during a budget defence session with the

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Fubara Dissolves Rivers State Executive Council

The Governor of Rivers State, Siminalayi Fubara, has dissolved the State Executive Council. The decision was disclosed in a statement signed by the Chief Press Secretary to the governor, Onwuka Nzeshi. According to the statement, the governor directed all commissioners and special advisers to hand over their responsibilities to the Permanent Secretaries or the most

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PRP Urges Fubara to Sack Non-Performing Appointees or Step Aside

The Peoples Redemption Party (PRP) in Rivers State has called on Governor Siminalayi Fubara to sack non-performing appointees or step aside if he is unable to assert his authority. Speaking in an interview, the State Chairman of the party, Nature Dumale Kieghe, said it is becoming increasingly clear that many government appointments are based more

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Petrol Price War Hits Nigeria

A price war has broken out in Nigeria’s downstream petroleum sector as retail fuel marketers across the country begin selling Premium Motor Spirit (petrol) at prices below the N739 per litre benchmark announced by the Dangote Petroleum Refinery. The development is being driven largely by intense competition among fuel retailers seeking to attract and retain

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Tinubu Seeks Senate Confirmation of 21 Nominees for Petroleum Regulatory Boards

President Bola Tinubu has written to the Senate, seeking confirmation of 21 nominees for the boards of the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA) and the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission. In one of the letters, the President nominated Senator Magnus Abe as board chairman of the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission. Abe,

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Egypt Edge Benin After Extra Time to Advance

Egypt progressed to the quarter-finals of the Africa Cup of Nations after defeating Benin in a tense Round of 16 clash that went into extra time. The North Africans were forced to dig deep after both sides were level at the end of regulation time. Egypt eventually found the breakthrough in extra time, sealing their

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Nigeria Crushes Mozambique 4–0 to Reach AFCON Quarterfinals

Nigeria’s Super Eagles defeated Mozambique 4–0 in their Round of 16 match at the Africa Cup of Nations on Monday, 5 January 2026. Goals from Ademola Lookman, Victor Osimhen (2), and Akor Adams secured a convincing win, sending Nigeria into the quarterfinals. The Eagles dominated the match from start to finish, controlling possession and creating

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Ijaw Youths Back Fubara Ahead of 2027 Elections

The Ijaw Youth Council has declared its support for Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, ahead of the 2027 general elections. The group said Fubara has demonstrated commitment to good governance and inclusive leadership since assuming office. It warned political actors against actions capable of destabilising Rivers State, urging all stakeholders to allow the governor focus

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