Breaking: INEC strikes out David Mark, Aregbesola’s names; won’t monitor convention, congresses
"INEC will not monitor any meeting, congress or convention convened on behalf of ADC by any group"
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Police arrest fake soldier in Jos amid rising insecurity
The suspect was promptly taken to the state police headquarters in Jos for parade by the Commissioner of Police, CP Bassey Ewah.
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Plateau killings: IGP orders massive deployment to restore peace
IGP Disu condemned the attack on the community located in Jos North Local Government Area of Plateau State, which resulted in the loss of several lives.
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‘The hustle is real’ - ADC mocks APC over meeting with Bala Mohammed
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Middle East war: Naira-for-crude deal shields Nigeria from disruption – Presidency
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US man arrested over Facebook posts threatening to kill Trump
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2026 poll: Ekiti election done deal, says Senate leader
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Zulum donates N150m to families of fallen military heroes
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World Bank backs Nigeria’s reform progress
THE World Bank has thrown its weight behind what it described as progress in Nigeria’s reforms, just as it has reaffirmed its strong support for the country’s reform agenda, highlighting the country’s steady progress towards economic recovery.
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2027: Millions may lose vote in INEC revalidation plan — ADC
The party says the timing, less than ten months to the polls, raises serious concerns about access, fairness and the credibility of the electoral process, especially if already registered voters are required to undergo another round of verification within a short window.
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Breaking: INEC strikes out David Mark, Aregbesola’s names; won’t monitor convention, congresses
“INEC will not monitor any meeting, congress or convention convened on behalf of ADC by any group”
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