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NLC Threatens Strike Over Grid Collapse as Power Instability Deepens

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The Nigeria Labour Congress has warned of nationwide industrial action as NLC threatens strike over grid collapse following repeated failures of the national power grid. Labour leaders argue that persistent instability reflects structural weaknesses in the post-privatisation framework, raising concerns about economic productivity, worker welfare and Nigeria’s fragile energy infrastructure....

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....

NASS Protest Return Escalates Pressure on Clause 60(3) Negotiators

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Protesters returned to the National Assembly on Monday as the NASS protest return over real-time transmission intensified pressure on lawmakers negotiating Clause 60(3) of the Electoral Act amendment. Civil society groups demanded mandatory real-time upload of election results, directly challenging senators who removed the phrase from the harmonised draft ahead of 2027....

Girona 2-1 Barcelona: Late Beltran Strike Deepens Barça Slide in LaLiga Title Race

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Girona 2-1 Barcelona delivered another blow to Hansi Flick’s side as a late Fran Beltran strike sealed victory at Montilivi. Lamine Yamal missed a crucial first-half penalty before defensive lapses and transition weaknesses cost the visitors. Barça now trail Real Madrid by two points in the LaLiga title race after back-to-back defeats...

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....

China to Scrap Tariffs for African Nations From May, Signals Trade Reset

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China scrap tariffs Africa policy shift is set to take effect in May, as Beijing announced plans to remove import duties on a wide range of goods from African countries. The move is positioned as a trade facilitation measure, but it also carries strategic implications for supply chains, export growth and geopolitical influence....

How OFAC Sanctions Interact With Nigeria’s Counter-Insurgency Architecture

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OFAC sanctions Nigeria counter-insurgency dynamics have become increasingly intertwined as US financial blacklists target individuals allegedly linked to extremist networks. While Washington freezes assets and restricts global dollar access, Nigeria’s domestic security and financial intelligence architecture determines whether those designations translate into operational disruption on the ground....

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....

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