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Senate Defends Electoral Bill Review, Cites Data on Broadband, Power Gaps

Senate says data on broadband, internet penetration and electricity gaps informed decision on discretionary e-transmission in Electoral Bill. The Senate has explained that empirical data on Nigeria’s communication and power infrastructure guided its decision to make electronic transmission of election results discretionary rather than mandatory in the Electoral Bill, 2026....
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Benue Government Confirms Rescue Of Nine Worshippers Abducted During Church Vigil In Ado LGA

Nine Catholic worshippers rescued after midnight abduction as Governor Alia orders intensified security collaboration across Benue South communities. The Benue State Government has confirmed the rescue of nine worshippers abducted during a midnight prayer session at Saint John Catholic Church in Ojije, Utonkon community, Ado Local Government Area, bringing relief...
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Nigeria And Angola Sign Visa Waiver Agreement For Diplomatic Passport Holders At AU Summit In Addis Ababa

Nigeria and Angola formalise diplomatic visa waiver deal, boosting bilateral ties and easing official travel between both countries. Nigeria and Angola have formalised a new agreement to waive visa requirements for holders of diplomatic passports, marking a significant step in strengthening bilateral relations. The memorandum of understanding (MoU) was signed...
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Nasir El-Rufai Seeks NSA Clarification Over Alleged Thallium Sulphate Importation

Nasir El-Rufai writes NSA Ribadu demanding clarification on alleged 10kg thallium sulphate importation, cites toxicity and public safety concerns. Former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir Ahmad El-Rufai, has written to the Office of the National Security Adviser seeking clarification over reports that the agency imported approximately 10 kilograms of thallium sulphate, a highly...
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World Bank, Access Bank CEO Say Recapitalisation Will Boost Private Sector Credit

World Bank director Verghis and Access Bank CEO Ogbonna predict recapitalised banks will increase lending, strengthen liquidity, and drive economic growth across Nigeria. World Bank Country Director for Nigeria, Mr. Matthew Verghis, on Thursday declared that the ongoing recapitalisation of the banking industry will strengthen banks’ position to increase lending...
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