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Tinubu Signs Executive Order Redirecting Oil Revenues to Federation Account

President Bola Tinubu has signed a sweeping executive order mandating direct remittance of key oil and gas revenues to the Federation Account, halting several retention mechanisms previously operated under the Petroleum Industry Act. The directive targets multiple deductions by NNPC Limited and signals a structural fiscal reset with implications for federal, state, and local government finances.

Nigeria Opens Probe into Temu Over Suspected Data Protection Breaches

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Nigeria opens probe into Temu over suspected data protection breaches, as the country’s data watchdog examines concerns around surveillance practices, cross-border data transfers and data minimisation compliance. The investigation could trigger penalties under Nigeria’s data protection framework if violations are established in one of Africa’s largest digital markets.

Electoral Act 2026 Signed Into Law as Transmission Clause Sparks National Divide

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President Bola Tinubu has signed the Electoral Act 2026 into law less than 24 hours after its passage by the National Assembly, following intense disagreement over electronic transmission of election results. The new law formally recognises electronic upload but permits manual fallback where technology fails, setting the stage for heightened scrutiny ahead of 2027.

Voice Vote Ruling Triggers House Walkout in Electoral Act Showdown

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A House rowdy session over Electoral Act rescission erupted on Tuesday after Speaker Tajudeen Abbas ruled in favour of reversing the amendment bill during a disputed voice vote. The ruling triggered protests, a walkout and a closed-door session, intensifying tensions over Clause 60(3) and the 2027 election timetable.

Clause 60(3) Deadlock Puts 2027 on Edge

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The Electoral Act harmonisation deadlock has escalated into a high-risk institutional showdown as lawmakers fail to reconcile differences over mandatory real-time transmission of election results. With Clause 60(3) unresolved and the 2027 timetable under possible revision, Nigeria’s reform trajectory now hinges on wording that could shape public trust in the next general election.

El-Rufai EFCC Detention and Cybercrime Charges Escalate Political Crisis

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El-Rufai EFCC detention and cybercrime charges have intensified Nigeria’s political climate after the former Kaduna governor was held in Abuja over alleged N423bn misappropriation and separately charged for unlawful interception of the National Security Adviser’s phone. The twin tracks—financial probe and cybercrime counts—have triggered protests, rebuttals and heightened national scrutiny.

US Sanctions Eight Nigerians Over Boko Haram, Cybercrime Links

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US sanctions Nigerians Boko Haram designations have expanded, as Washington froze the assets of eight Nigerian nationals accused of terrorism financing and cybercrime. The US Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control said the individuals were added to its Specially Designated Nationals list, blocking property under US jurisdiction and restricting financial transactions.

Peter Obi Vows to Contest 2027 Election, Insists on Real-Time Result Transmission

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Peter Obi 2027 election declaration has reignited Nigeria’s political debate, as the former Labour Party presidential candidate confirmed he will run again. Speaking in Uyo, Obi alleged attempts to keep him off the ballot and demanded mandatory real-time transmission of results, positioning electoral reform at the centre of his campaign narrative.

Shettima to Lead FG Delegation to Kano After Singer Market Fire

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Vice President Kashim Shettima will lead a Federal Government delegation to Kano following the devastating Singer Market fire Kano incident that reportedly destroyed goods worth billions of naira. President Bola Tinubu has ordered financial support for affected traders and a full investigation into recurring market fires in the state.

FG Sues El-Rufai Over NSA Phone-Tapping Claims

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The Federal Government has filed a three-count charge against former Kaduna governor Nasir El-Rufai over alleged interception of National Security Adviser Nuhu Ribadu’s phone communications. The charges, filed at the Federal High Court in Abuja, follow El-Rufai’s televised admission that he and unnamed individuals listened to conversations from a tapped phone.