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Electoral Reforms: Nigeria’s Senate on the Spot as Protests Highlight Flawed Democracy

The Nigerian Senate’s decision to reconvene for an emergency plenary session today 10 February is more than a routine legislative adjustment. It is a clear signal that the controversy surrounding the Electoral Act amendment has struck a nerve, shaking public confidence and

February 10, 2026

Ohanaeze Ndigbo Youths Vow To End Sit- at-home

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How Can Nigerian History Be Written Without the Igbo?

By Chuka Nnabuife EVEN the most accomplished propagandists might once have doubted that Nigeria would reach a point where its history could be taught to children with one of its foundational peoples deliberately marginalised or erased. Yet that is the unsettling reality

February 10, 2026

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Ethiopia Accuses Eritrea of Military Aggression, Backing Armed Groups

Ethiopia has accused neighbouring Eritrea of sending troops into its territory and supporting armed groups operating inside the country, sharply escalating tensions between the former allies. In a letter dated Feb. 7, Ethiopia’s Foreign Minister Gedion Timothewos said Eritrean forces had occupied

February 9, 2026

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Ghana Recalls Envoy to Nigeria Over Alleged Election Misconduct

Ghana has recalled its high commissioner to Nigeria, Mohammed Baba Jamal Ahmed, over allegations that he was involved in vote-buying during a party primary election, the presidency said. The recall was ordered by President John Dramani Mahama and took immediate effect, according

February 9, 2026

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Tinubu Again Meets Wike, Fubara Over Rivers Political Crisis

President Bola Tinubu on Sunday held another meeting with Rivers State Gov. Siminalayi Fubara and Federal Capital Territory Minister Nyesom Wike as efforts continue to resolve a prolonged political standoff in the oil-producing state. Presidency sources said the meeting took place Sunday

February 9, 2026

Low Voters Turnout, As INEC Officials Wait In Bauchi

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Voting in the Dark: Nigeria’s Electoral Reform Fails to Shine

February 9, 2026

Akpabio Speaks On His Reported Collapse While Seeing Off Tinubu

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Senate to Hold Emergency Session Amid Backlash Over Electoral Act Amendments

Senate President Godswill Akpabio has called an emergency sitting of the Senate for Tuesday, Feb. 9, following a public outcry over recent amendments to the Electoral Act. The recall comes amid growing opposition to the Senate’s rejection of electronic transmission of election

February 9, 2026

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Tinubu’s Ambassador Nominees Face Possible Rejection by Host Countries

Nigeria’s newly nominated ambassadors face possible delays or rejection by host countries as the government struggles to secure diplomatic approval for their postings less than two years before the end of President Bola Tinubu’s first term, according to senior officials in the

February 8, 2026

Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq

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Kwara Tragedy and Politics Over Lives: Nigeria’s Priorities in the Shadow of 2027

When over 200 people were killed in Benue last year, President Bola Tinubu told affected communities to make peace among themselves and questioned why the perpetrators had not been arrested. The same pattern is now evident across Nigeria: security forces are deployed

February 7, 2026

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Electoral Reform Bill Still Under Harmonisation, Kingibe Clarifies Senate Position

Senator representing the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Ireti Heebah Kingibe, has clarified that the ongoing Electoral Reform Bill before the National Assembly has not jettisoned key proposed reforms, particularly the electronic transmission of election results, contrary to widespread public speculation. In a

February 6, 2026

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Sanusi Rejects Move to Include Traditional Rulers in Constitution

The Emir of Kano, Alhaji Dr. Sanusi Lamido Sanusi, has rejected proposals to formally include traditional rulers in Nigeria’s Constitution, calling the move unnecessary and politically motivated. In a television interview, Sanusi said the authority of traditional rulers comes from the love

February 4, 2026

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Nigeria Tightens Rules for Courier Companies Using Prepaid Imports

Nigeria’s customs authority has introduced new rules for courier companies

Behind the Geregu Power Sale: Politics and a $750m Deal

The sale of Geregu Power, one of Nigeria’s largest electricity

Recapitalisation: UBA Extends Deadline For Rights Issue

UBA Hits Billion-Naira Milestone: Rights Issue Success Pushes Capital Base Above ₦500bn

United Bank for Africa (UBA) has successfully concluded its rights

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Electoral Reforms: Nigeria’s Senate on the Spot as Protests Highlight Flawed Democracy

How Can Nigerian History Be Written Without the Igbo?

Ethiopia Accuses Eritrea of Military Aggression, Backing Armed Groups

Ghana Recalls Envoy to Nigeria Over Alleged Election Misconduct

Tinubu Again Meets Wike, Fubara Over Rivers Political Crisis

Voting in the Dark: Nigeria’s Electoral Reform Fails to Shine

Senate to Hold Emergency Session Amid Backlash Over Electoral Act Amendments

Tinubu’s Ambassador Nominees Face Possible Rejection by Host Countries

Kwara Tragedy and Politics Over Lives: Nigeria’s Priorities in the Shadow of 2027

Electoral Reform Bill Still Under Harmonisation, Kingibe Clarifies Senate Position

Sanusi Rejects Move to Include Traditional Rulers in Constitution

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