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Rivers Crisis: Fubara Dissolves Cabinet After Tinubu Intervention as Wike Signals Truce

Rivers political crisis entered a new phase as Governor Siminalayi Fubara dissolved the State Executive Council 48 hours after President Bola Tinubu convened reconciliation talks involving Nyesom Wike. The move comes amid impeachment tensions and renewed federal mediation efforts in the oil-rich state.

El-Rufai Alleges Attempted Arrest at Abuja Airport, Links Move to Associates’ Detention

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Former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai has alleged that security operatives attempted to arrest him at Abuja’s Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport upon arrival from Cairo. El-Rufai alleged arrest attempt claims were made by his aides, while his legal team says he had already notified the EFCC of a scheduled appearance next week.

Abuja–Kaduna–Kano Road: Umahi Vows to Resign If Project Fails Quality Tests

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Minister of Works Dave Umahi has vowed to resign if the Abuja–Kaduna–Kano road fails quality tests, as tensions surfaced during National Assembly budget defence. The Abuja–Kaduna–Kano road quality tests pledge followed scrutiny over project standards, timelines and funding allocations during oversight proceedings.

NAFDAC Denies FG Order Suspending Sachet Alcohol Ban, Calls Reports Misleading

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The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has denied reports that the Federal Government suspended its sachet alcohol ban, describing circulating claims as misleading. The agency clarified that regulatory timelines remain unchanged and urged the public to rely only on official communications regarding enforcement decisions.

Arik Air Flight Returns to Lagos After Engine Anomaly, NSIB Opens Probe

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An Arik Air engine anomaly forced a flight to return to Lagos shortly after takeoff, prompting a safety investigation by the Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB). The aircraft landed safely with no reported injuries, while regulators confirmed that standard aviation protocols were activated immediately.

Labour Party Secretariat Takeover Deepens Rift as Usman Assumes Control, Abure Cites Appeal

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A Labour Party secretariat takeover in Abuja has intensified factional tensions as rival camps cite competing court orders and leadership claims. Police presence at the premises followed attempts to assert control, while both sides referenced INEC records to justify authority. The dispute now shifts toward legal interpretation rather than street confrontation.

Electricity Workers Issue 21-Day Strike Notice Over NESI Wage and Pension Dispute

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Electricity workers have issued a 21-day strike notice over unresolved wage and pension claims within Nigeria’s power sector. The electricity workers strike notice affects operators across the Nigerian Electricity Supply Industry (NESI) and could disrupt national power supply if negotiations fail before the deadline.

US Sanctions Bill Raises Diplomatic Stakes Over Nigeria Religious Freedom Concerns

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A bipartisan group of US lawmakers has introduced legislation proposing targeted sanctions over alleged religious freedom violations in Nigeria. The US sanctions bill Nigeria debate could trigger visa bans and asset restrictions under Magnitsky-style authorities if passed, adding fresh diplomatic pressure as Nigeria approaches another election cycle.

Electronic Transmission Loophole: CSOs Reject Senate’s EC8A Fallback Clause

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A coalition of election-focused civil society organisations has rejected what it calls an electronic transmission loophole in the Senate’s Electoral Act amendment. The groups warn that making Form EC8A the “primary” collation source when internet fails could weaken safeguards built into the 2022 reforms. They are urging the harmonisation committee to adopt the House version.

Form EC8A Explained: The Polling Unit Document at the Heart of Nigeria’s Election Disputes

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Form EC8A is the official polling unit result sheet used by INEC to record votes immediately after counting. Frequently cited in election petitions, it serves as the primary documentary evidence of results at source. As debate intensifies over electronic transmission, understanding Form EC8A explained becomes central to interpreting Nigeria’s evolving electoral safeguards.