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Low Turnout in Ivory Coast Parliamentary Elections

Ivory Coast's parliamentary elections recorded a low 32.35% voter turnout following an opposition boycott. The vote extends President Ouattara's political dominance. Read the full analysis.

UN: Guinea Election Campaign Marked by Intimidation

UN rights chief Volker Turk says Guinea's presidential campaign is marked by intimidation and enforced disappearances, undermining the vote's credibility. Junta leader Mamady Doumbouya is among nine candidates.

Power Grid Crashes to 3,000MW, N5 Trillion Lost

Nigeria's power crisis deepens as grid output averages 3,000MW, far below 13,625MW capacity. Experts blame N4 trillion debt and poor remittance, leaving many in darkness this Christmas. Read the full analysis.

Group Warns of Plot to Arrest Atiku, Amaechi, El-Rufai

A civil society group warns of a coordinated plan to arrest leading opposition figures like Atiku Abubakar and Rotimi Amaechi, alleging a strategy to weaken opposition and create a one-party state in Nigeria.

Anita Joseph's DMs Flooded After Marriage Ends

Nollywood actress Anita Joseph appeals to suitors to stop flooding her DMs after confirming the end of her 5-year marriage to MC Fish. She declares she is single but not searching.

7 Nigerian Celebrities Who Narrowly Escaped Death in 2025

From horrific road crashes to terrifying home accidents, discover how Nasboi, Adesua Etomi, and other top Nigerian celebrities miraculously survived life-threatening incidents in 2025. Read their shocking stories.

Showunmi Condemns NOM's Position on New Tax Law

PDP chieftain Otunba Segun Showunmi criticizes the National Opposition Movement's call to suspend Tinubu's tax reforms. Read his full statement on the need for fiscal responsibility.

Showunmi Slams NOM Leaders Over New Tax Law

PDP chieftain Otunba Segun Showunmi condemns NOM's opposition to Tinubu's tax reforms, calling for pragmatic solutions over alarmism. Read the full political analysis.

EU Summit Deadlock Over Russian Assets for Ukraine

EU leaders meet in a crucial summit to unlock €210bn in frozen Russian assets for Ukraine, but face strong opposition from Belgium. Will they find a deal before Ukraine's cash crunch hits?

Atiku, NOM Make 5 Demands to Tinubu on Tax Plan

Atiku Abubakar and the National Opposition Movement present five key demands to President Tinubu's government, criticising proposed tax reforms as 'cruel' and 'irrational'. Read the full list.

House Orders Emergency Work on Collapsed Imo Road

The House of Representatives has directed federal agencies to immediately begin emergency repairs on the collapsed Umuma Isiaku–Nkwerre Road in Imo State and address severe erosion across Ideato. Urgent relief for displaced communities is also mandated.

Benin jails 30 over failed coup attempt

Benin authorities have jailed about 30 suspects, mostly soldiers, for a failed December coup. The crackdown now includes opposition figures. Get the latest details here.

Five Die in Separate Kano Incidents

A series of tragic accidents across Kano State claimed five lives, including children. Authorities urge residents to call emergency services instead of attempting risky rescues. Learn more about the safety warnings.

Ex-PDP Spokesman Ologbondiyan Dumps Party

Former PDP National Publicity Secretary Kola Ologbondiyan has formally resigned, joining a wave of high-profile defections weakening Nigeria's main opposition party ahead of the 2027 elections.

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