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Wike ‘Shoot’ Remark Triggers Press Freedom Crisis as NUJ Demands Apology, Okinbaloye Pushes Back

Wike press freedom crisis has escalated after a controversial “shoot” remark directed at a TV anchor triggered outrage from the Nigeria Union of Journalists. The union demanded an apology and government response, while the journalist at the centre of the storm rejected intimidation, intensifying debate over media safety and democratic accountability in Nigeria.

Easter Political Messaging Dominates Nigeria as Leaders Push Unity, Critics Question Sincerity

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Easter political messaging in Nigeria has taken centre stage as political leaders across party lines call for unity, sacrifice, and national renewal. However, beneath the symbolic language, critics and citizens are questioning the sincerity of these messages, pointing to ongoing economic hardship, insecurity, and political tension that continue to define the national reality.

Senate passes revised 2026 budget at ₦68.323tn as fast-track approval sparks scrutiny over deficits and oversight

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Nigeria’s Senate passes revised 2026 budget at ₦68.323tn after President Bola Tinubu’s request, but the speed of approval has triggered sharp scrutiny. Opposition figures, civil society groups, and economists are questioning oversight depth, revenue assumptions, and execution credibility. The focus has shifted from the size of the budget to the risks embedded within it.

Tinubu Reforms Trigger Public Backlash as Nigerians Debate Economic Hardship and Policy Direction

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Tinubu reforms backlash is intensifying as Nigerians react to rising living costs, fuel prices, and electricity tariffs linked to recent policy changes. While the government defends the reforms as necessary for long-term stability, public sentiment reflects growing frustration, with citizens and analysts debating whether the economic pain is a temporary sacrifice or a sign of deeper structural strain.

Nigeria Power Crisis Deepens as Grid Failures and Tariff Pressure Erode Public Trust in Adelabu

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Nigeria’s power crisis is intensifying as repeated grid collapses, rising electricity tariffs, and unreliable supply weaken public confidence in Power Minister Adebayo Adelabu. Despite policy reforms and government assurances, millions of Nigerians continue to face blackouts and economic disruption, raising urgent concerns about delivery, accountability, and whether ongoing interventions can stabilise the electricity sector.

FCC Chair Omidiran Urges Staff Fitness as FCC Sports Club Names Her Patron

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The Executive Chairperson of the Federal Character Commission, Hulayat Motunrayo Omidiran, has urged staff to adopt periodic exercise and sporting activities as part of workplace culture. Speaking during a courtesy visit by the FCC Sports Club in Abuja, she emphasized health, teamwork and discipline while accepting formal decoration as the FCC Sports Club Patron.

FG Bans Roadside Tax Collection as Nigeria Moves to Presumptive Tax System

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The Federal Government has banned roadside tax collection across Nigeria as part of a wider effort to reform revenue practices affecting small businesses. Authorities say the move will eliminate informal levies and introduce a new presumptive tax system designed to simplify compliance while reducing the burden of multiple taxation.

Presidency Debunks Poison Claim at Aso Rock

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The Presidency has dismissed reports of a poisoning incident at Aso Rock, stating that no such event occurred. Officials confirmed there was no security breach or medical emergency at the Presidential Villa. The government described the claim as false and urged the public to rely on verified information.

INEC Reviews Party Regulations to Align with Electoral Act 2026

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INEC has begun a comprehensive clause-by-clause review of political party regulations to align with the Electoral Act 2026. The reform aims to reduce pre-election litigation, strengthen compliance culture and integrate findings from the Political Party Performance Index. Officials say credible elections begin with transparent party governance long before polling day.

INEC Assures 2027 Transmission Glitches Eliminated with Mock Presidential Test

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INEC says lessons from the 2023 election have reshaped its technology deployment strategy ahead of 2027. Chairman Professor Joash Amupitan announced plans for a nationwide mock presidential exercise to test inter-state result transmission, pledging that technical glitches experienced previously will not recur. The commission also identified logistics and network limitations as critical operational priorities.