January 27, 2026

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Tinubu Revokes Maryam Sanda’s Pardon After Backlash — Orders Due Process Overhaul in Mercy Powers

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President Bola Tinubu has rescinded the controversial presidential pardon earlier granted to convicted murderer Maryam Sanda after widespread outrage. The reversal, formalised through an official gazette, reduces her death sentence to 12 years’ imprisonment. Attorney-General Lateef Fagbemi (SAN) confirmed the move as part of a new justice reform framework balancing compassion with fairness...

Farmers Clash With FG Over Food Price Drop, Say Import Waivers Crippling Local Markets

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Nigeria’s farmers have accused the Federal Government of destroying rural markets through indiscriminate import waivers, arguing that the recent fall in food prices masks widespread economic dislocation. The Ministry of Agriculture insists its policies are easing inflation, but producers say they face collapsing incomes, unsold produce, and worsening debt across grain and vegetable belts....

Confidence Abroad, Contraction at Home: The Split Reality of Nigeria’s 2025 Economy

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Nigeria is winning praise abroad but losing traction at home. From FATF reforms that restored global confidence to Dangote’s refinery expansion signaling industrial ambition, the country looks renewed on paper — yet on the ground, manufacturing is stalling, demand is collapsing, and inflation keeps biting. This is Nigeria’s new economic paradox....

Dangote Refinery Expansion to 1.4m bpd — Africa’s Richest Man Targets Global Oil Dominance

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Aliko Dangote has unveiled plans to double the capacity of his Lagos refinery from 650,000 to 1.4 million barrels per day, aiming to rival the world’s largest petroleum facilities. The $5 billion expansion will boost exports, stabilize local fuel supply, and reinforce Nigeria’s position as Africa’s refining hub under the Euro VI emission standard....

Nigeria Exits FATF Grey List as CBN Declares Confidence Restored in Financial System

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Nigeria’s removal from the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) grey list marks a major credibility win for the country’s financial system. The Central Bank says it reflects stronger anti-money laundering reforms, improved compliance, and renewed investor confidence — potentially unlocking billions in foreign capital inflows and lowering compliance risks for banks....

Tompolo Group Denies Role in Nnamdi Kanu Ultimatum, Warns Against Fake Propaganda

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The leadership of the PBAT Door-to-Door Movement has denied claims that its Grand Patron, High Chief Government Ekpemupolo (Tompolo), issued an ultimatum for Nnamdi Kanu’s release. The group described the viral reports as “reckless propaganda” and accused political saboteurs of trying to pit the ex-militant leader against the Federal Government....

Nnamdi Kanu Defies the Court: ‘No Valid Charges Against Me’ — Inside the Biafra Leader’s Legal Rebellion

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Biafra agitator Nnamdi Kanu has told the Federal High Court in Abuja that he will not enter a defence in his terrorism trial, insisting there are no valid charges against him. His declaration marks a turning point in the long-running case that has tested Nigeria’s judiciary, challenged executive power, and reignited the Biafra question....

Sowore’s Arrest and Courtroom Scuffle: When Justice Becomes a Battlefield

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The Nigeria Police Force has defended transferring activist Omoyele Sowore to Kuje Prison just minutes after he was granted bail, citing “court procedure.” The chaotic re-arrest inside the court premises sparked outrage from rights groups, reigniting debate over police excesses, judicial independence, and Nigeria’s vanishing tolerance for dissent....

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