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Tinubu Power Sector ₦3.3trn Plan: Nigeria Bets Big on Electricity Reform — But Can It Deliver?

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Tinubu power sector ₦3.3trn plan has triggered renewed debate over Nigeria’s electricity future, with the government unveiling a massive investment push to stabilise generation, transmission, and distribution. While officials say the plan could unlock industrial growth and reduce outages, analysts warn that structural inefficiencies, debt burdens, and execution risks could determine whether the reform delivers or disappoints....

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

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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....

Wike ‘Shoot’ Remark Sparks Outrage as ADC, Atiku, Amnesty Condemn Threat Against Channels TV Anchor

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Wike threat to Seun Okinbaloye has triggered nationwide outrage after the FCT minister said he “would have shot” the Channels Television anchor over comments on Nigeria’s political trajectory. The remark has drawn sharp condemnation from opposition figures, civil society organisations, and media groups, raising fresh concerns about press freedom, political intolerance, and democratic stability ahead of the 2027 elections....

ADC Defies INEC, Rejects Court Order Interpretation, Vows to Proceed With Congresses

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ADC INEC congress crisis has escalated into a direct institutional confrontation as the African Democratic Congress rejects the electoral body’s interpretation of a Court of Appeal directive, calling it a “willful distortion.” The party insists its congresses and national convention will proceed as scheduled, setting up a high-stakes legal and political clash over authority and internal party governance....

Plateau Killings Resume 48 Hours After President Tinubu’s Visit, Raising Fresh Security Questions

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Plateau killings after Tinubu visit have reignited national concern after gunmen killed three youths in Jos South just 48 hours after President Bola Tinubu’s visit and security briefings. The incident underscores persistent vulnerabilities in Plateau State, raising fresh questions about the effectiveness of recent interventions and the gap between official assurances and conditions on the ground....

ADC demands INEC chairman Joash Amupitan sack over court-order row and alleged one-party agenda

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The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has demanded the sack of INEC Chairman Joash Amupitan, citing a disputed interpretation of a Court of Appeal order and alleging a drift toward one-party dominance. The demand follows INEC’s derecognition of ADC factions, escalating tensions over electoral neutrality and raising broader concerns about Nigeria’s democratic balance ahead of 2027....

Odinkalu claims INEC chairman under pressure, alleges pre-signed resignation letter amid ADC crisis

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Odinkalu claims INEC chairman under pressure through an alleged pre-signed resignation letter, intensifying debate around the ADC crisis. The unverified allegation emerged after INEC suspended recognition of ADC leadership factions, raising questions about electoral independence, institutional integrity, and the broader political implications as Nigeria moves toward the 2027 general elections....

ADC alleges plot to pressure INEC after Kwankwaso joins party amid 2027 election build-up

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ADC alleges plot to pressure INEC following the reported political entry of Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso into its ranks, triggering fresh tensions within Nigeria’s opposition bloc. The party claims attempts are underway to influence electoral processes, while analysts see the development as a deeper struggle over opposition control and 2027 positioning....

House defections spark 2027 political realignment as parties reposition for power battle

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House defections 2027 realignment is gaining momentum as lawmakers switch political camps ahead of Nigeria’s next electoral cycle. The shifting alliances signal early positioning for 2027, raising questions about party stability, ideological loyalty, and the balance of power in the National Assembly. Analysts say the movement could reshape the political map long before voters head to the polls....

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....

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