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APC Constitutional Dominance: Ruling Party Nears Power to Alter Nigeria’s Constitution Alone

Nigeria’s ruling party has crossed a powerful political threshold. With 84 senators and 231 seats in the House of Representatives, the All Progressives Congress now holds near-supermajority control of the National Assembly — raising major questions about constitutional amendments, opposition oversight, and the balance of power as the country moves toward the 2027 elections.

Adegboye Onigbinde Dies at 87, Nigerian Football Loses Pioneer Coach

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Veteran Nigerian football coach Adegboye Onigbinde has died at the Obafemi Awolowo University Teaching Hospitals Complex in Osun State, bringing to an end a career that helped shape modern Nigerian football. From mentoring generations of players to leading the Super Eagles to the 2002 FIFA World Cup, his life mirrored the evolution of the nation’s game

Nigeria Private University Moratorium: Government Freezes Approvals Amid Admission Capacity Crisis

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Nigeria has imposed a moratorium on new private university approvals as authorities attempt to address mounting concerns over academic quality and regulatory oversight. The Nigeria private university moratorium comes as demand for higher education continues to surge, with more than 2.3 million applicants competing annually for fewer than 230,000 admission spaces across the country’s universities.

FEC Approves Six Major Road Projects as Government Pushes Infrastructure Despite Economic Strain

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A Billion-Naira Infrastructure Wave Begins Nigeria’s Federal Executive Council has approved a new wave of large-scale road reconstruction projects across the country, including the ₦427...

Cooking Gas Prices Jump in Nigeria as LPG Hits ₦900/kg After Petrol Surge

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Nigeria’s cooking gas market is entering a fresh inflation cycle as LPG prices surge sharply across the country. Retail prices that hovered around ₦800 per kilogram only weeks ago are now approaching ₦900–₦950 in many locations, raising fears that the country is facing a second wave of energy inflation following the recent spike in petrol prices.

Fuel Price Spike in Nigeria as Dangote Raises PMS Ex-Depot Price Toward ₦1,000 Pump Threshold

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Nigeria’s fuel market has been jolted by a sharp adjustment in refinery pricing after Dangote Petroleum Refinery raised its petrol ex-depot price from ₦774 to ₦874 per litre. Retail pump prices have already climbed above ₦930 in several locations, with marketers warning the surge could soon push petrol close to ₦1,000 per litre nationwide.

Ondo Church Kidnap Victims Regain Freedom Amid Reports of ₦9m Ransom Payment

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Victims abducted during a church-related incident in Ondo State have regained their freedom after days in captivity, bringing relief to families and local authorities. Security sources confirmed that the victims were released following coordinated efforts involving community leaders and security agencies amid ongoing concerns about kidnappings across parts of southwestern Nigeria.

Malami Terrorism Trial Stalls as AGF Fagbemi Takes Over Prosecution

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The terrorism trial of former Attorney-General of the Federation Abubakar Malami (SAN) stalled on Wednesday after Attorney-General Prince Lateef Fagbemi (SAN) formally took over prosecution of the case from the Department of State Services. The Federal High Court in Abuja adjourned proceedings until March 10 to allow the new prosecutorial team study the case file.

Federal Government Proposes 1% Informal Sector Tax Framework to Expand Nigeria’s Revenue Base

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Nigeria’s federal government has unveiled a proposal for a 1% informal sector tax framework aimed at expanding the country’s revenue base without imposing heavy burdens on small businesses. The policy, currently under consultation with market associations and state authorities, targets millions of informal enterprises that operate outside the formal tax system.

Police Launch State Policing Committee as Nigeria Debates Decentralised Security Model

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Nigeria has taken a new step in the long-running debate over decentralised law enforcement after police authorities inaugurated a state policing committee in Nigeria to design a workable operational framework. The committee is expected to examine recruitment standards, oversight mechanisms and coordination structures as the country explores whether state police could strengthen internal security and community response capacity