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Timi Frank Blasts Flawed African Elections

Nigerian activist Timi Frank exposes electoral malpractices in Tanzania, Cameroon, and Ivory Coast, warning of democracy's decline in Africa and calling for international intervention.

NSCDC deploys 10,250 operatives for Anambra poll

Ahead of the Anambra State governorship election, the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps has deployed 10,250 personnel and warned political actors against violence or disruption of the electoral process.

IJAP Backs INEC: End Courtroom Elections Now

The Independent Journalists Association of Publishers supports INEC Chairman's call to stop determining election winners in courtrooms rather than ballot boxes. Discover the urgent reform agenda needed for Nigeria's democracy.

Nigeria Reps Approve Tinubu's $2.34B Loan Request

The Nigerian House of Representatives has approved President Bola Tinubu's request to borrow $2.34 billion and €100 million, part of a larger $8.69 billion and €100 million loan package previously endorsed by the National Assembly during the Buhari admini

Gombe Plans School Census to Fix Education Problems

Gombe State government announces groundbreaking educational census to identify and solve systemic problems in schools across the state, addressing infrastructure gaps and improving learning outcomes.

Nigeria's Political Crises: 5 Urgent Issues

From electoral reforms to economic instability, discover the pressing political crises threatening Nigeria's democracy and what must be done to address them urgently.

Court seizes ₦49.7m from ex-INEC official

Federal High Court orders permanent forfeiture of ₦49,700 recovered from ex-INEC staff Christian Nwosu, marking significant victory in Nigeria's anti-corruption fight.

Court rules on ₦49.7m recovered from INEC official

In a significant corruption case, Justice D.U. Okorowo has ruled on funds recovered from an INEC official, ordering forfeiture to the Federal Government amid Nigeria's electoral integrity concerns.

Tinubu Excludes Drug Traffickers from Pardon List

President Tinubu makes decisive move in pardon review, blocking convicts of serious crimes like drug trafficking, human trafficking, and kidnapping from receiving presidential clemency in latest executive action.

Tinubu removes Maryam Sanda from pardon list

President Bola Tinubu makes dramatic revision to clemency list, excluding Maryam Sanda convicted of husband's murder. Revised list signals stricter approach to pardon eligibility.

Gombe School Census Targets Education Reform

Gombe State government initiates comprehensive school census to identify and solve critical educational challenges, from infrastructure gaps to teacher shortages.

Court seizes ₦49.7m from ex-INEC official

Federal High Court orders permanent forfeiture of ₦49,700 recovered from ex-INEC staff as EFCC continues anti-corruption fight in Nigeria's electoral system.

Nigeria Clears Massive Passport Backlog - Reps Hail Minister

In a major breakthrough for Nigerian immigration services, the House of Representatives Committee on Interior has commended Minister Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo for successfully clearing over 200,000 passport application backlogs within three weeks, marking a sign

Nigeria's Metering Crisis: 100K vs 7M Target

Nigeria faces a massive electricity metering gap with only 100,000 meters installed against a 7 million target. Minister Adebayo Adelabu's ambitious plan aims to transform the power sector amid growing consumer frustration.

Ribadu Warns Against Violence in Anambra Election

National Security Adviser Nuhu Ribadu delivers strong message to political actors, security agencies, and citizens ahead of crucial Anambra State poll, emphasizing zero tolerance for electoral violence.

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