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10m Fine, Prison Risk in New Dual Party Membership Bill

Politicians caught secretly belonging to two political parties could face a ₦10 million fine or prison under a proposal now before Nigeria’s House of Representatives. Lawmakers say the measure targets a practice that has repeatedly triggered election disputes and party crises across the country.

Wike Camp Fixes PDP Presidential Primary for 25 May

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The PDP presidential primary date has been fixed for May 25 by a faction aligned with Federal Capital Territory Minister Nyesom Wike, signalling an aggressive move to shape the opposition party’s 2027 race even as internal leadership disputes and court battles continue to divide the party.

Fuel Price Policy Tension Builds as Government Signals Possible Review

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Nigeria’s fuel price policy debate is intensifying as government officials signal the possibility of adjustments amid volatile global oil markets and persistent pressure on domestic energy costs. Analysts warn that any recalibration of pricing mechanisms could reshape inflation trends, fiscal balances, and the political climate as the country moves closer to the 2027 election cycle.

El-Rufai Detention Deepens as ICPC Seeks Extended Custody

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Nigeria’s anti-corruption authorities have intensified the legal confrontation with former Kaduna governor Nasir El-Rufai, as investigators seek extended custody while probing allegations linked to surveillance equipment and sensitive documents recovered during a search of his Abuja residence. The case has escalated into one of the most politically charged investigations involving a former state governor in recent years.

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

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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.