18.09.2026

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Global Press Freedom Crisis Deepens as UN Warns Journalists Now ‘Targets, Not Observers’

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The global press freedom crisis has entered a dangerous new phase, with the United Nations warning that journalists are increasingly being targeted in conflict zones and political crackdowns. From Gaza to authoritarian states, arrests, killings, and intimidation are rising sharply, raising fears that the ability to report truth is being systematically eroded worldwide....

Tinubu Says ‘Enemies’ Exploiting Insecurity to Undermine Government

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Tinubu insecurity enemies claim has intensified Nigeria’s political debate as President Bola Ahmed Tinubu said adversaries are exploiting insecurity to weaken his administration. The remarks come amid rising safety concerns, introducing a sharper contest over responsibility, perception and control of the national security narrative....

Supreme Court Voids Appeal Ruling, Resets ADC Leadership Case to Trial Court

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ADC leadership case Supreme Court ruling has reset a major political dispute after the apex court voided a Court of Appeal decision and returned the matter to the trial court. The judgment clarifies jurisdictional limits within Nigeria’s judiciary while prolonging uncertainty around leadership claims and reinforcing the centrality of legal process in resolving party conflicts....

Tinubu Defends Borrowing as Nigeria’s Debt Nears ₦159 Trillion Amid Fiscal Concerns

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Nigeria debt borrowing debate has intensified as total public debt approaches ₦159 trillion, with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu defending continued borrowing to fund infrastructure and reforms. Critics warn of rising fiscal risks, highlighting concerns over debt sustainability, revenue constraints, and the long-term impact of sustained borrowing on economic stability....

Supreme Court Voids PDP Convention, Cites Defiance of Court Orders

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Supreme Court PDP convention ruling has invalidated the party’s Ibadan gathering after the apex court found it was conducted in defiance of a subsisting court order. The judgment reinforces judicial authority over political parties and underscores the consequences of disregarding legal directives, with reactions emerging from key party figures as internal power dynamics shift....

Court Hears Alleged Coup Plot Linking Military Officers, Civilians and Financial Trails in Nigeria

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Nigeria coup plot trial has entered a critical phase as a military witness told a Federal High Court in Abuja that investigators uncovered plans to overthrow the government, with alleged links to officers, civilians and financial networks. The testimony introduces operational details, monetary trails and intelligence reports now forming the backbone of a high-stakes treason case....

AGF Backs Court Move to Deregister Political Parties, Challenges INEC’s Constitutional Powers

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AGF deregistration political parties move has escalated into a constitutional showdown as Nigeria’s Attorney General backs a Federal High Court case targeting underperforming parties. The action directly challenges INEC’s authority, raising urgent questions about electoral compliance, political inclusivity, and whether the push represents legal enforcement or a structural shift in Nigeria’s democratic space....

Tinubu Orders Envoys to Rebrand Nigeria, Shifts Foreign Policy Toward Investment-Driven Diplomacy

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Tinubu orders envoys to rebrand Nigeria, signalling a shift toward investment-driven diplomacy as the government moves to reposition the country’s global image. The directive reflects a recalibration of foreign policy priorities, with greater emphasis on economic engagement, investor confidence, and measurable outcomes, as Nigeria seeks to strengthen its competitiveness in an increasingly contested global environment....

Is Lagos Still a Democracy? Sanwo-Olu’s Backing of Hamzat Fuels Debate on Who Decides

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Is Lagos still a democracy has become a central question after Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu publicly backed his deputy, Obafemi Hamzat, for the 2027 governorship. The move has sparked debate over elite influence, party structure, and voter choice, with reactions ranging from support for internal alignment to concerns about how leadership decisions are shaped....

Sanwo-Olu Backs Hamzat for Lagos 2027, Signals Early APC Power Alignment

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Sanwo-Olu backs Hamzat for Lagos 2027, signalling an early shift in the APC’s internal power structure in Nigeria’s most influential state. The move positions the deputy governor at the centre of succession politics ahead of the election cycle. In Lagos, where political decisions often shape national alignments, early backing carries significant strategic weight....

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