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FG Sets Aside N135bn For Post-Election Legal Battles

The Federal Government has proposed a sum of N135.22bn in the 2026 budget to cover expenses related to electoral disputes and post-election processes, signalling a major financial commitment to managing issues that often arise after elections. The allocation is contained in the House of Representatives Order Paper dated March 31, 2026, which includes details of...
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2027: I’ll Openly Oppose If Obi Exceeds One-Term

A human rights activist and political commentator, Aisha Yesufu, has declared his intention to openly oppose former Anambra State governor, Peter Obi, if he fails to keep his promise to serve only one term as President. Yesufu, one of the supporters of Obidient Movement, made this declaration during an appearance on Arise Television, where she...
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7 States Evacuate 1,630 Students From UNIJOS

At least seven state governments have evacuated 1,630 students from the University of Jos (UNIJOS) following escalating security concerns in Plateau State. On March 29, suspected bandits struck a popular bar in Angwan Rukuba, Jos North LGA, shooting sporadically, with at least 28 people confirmed dead and several left injured afterwards. The attack sparked outrage...
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Kebbi Speaker Muhammad Zuru Passes Away in Egypt

The Speaker of the Kebbi State House of Assembly, Muhammad Zuru, has reportedly passed away, New Telegraph reports Zuru passing was confirmed in a statement issued by an official of the Kebbi State House of Assembly, Murtala Diri, on his official Facebook page. Zuru, who represented the Zuru Constituency, served as Speaker of the 10th...
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Sport Unites World, Drives Peace, Devt –UN

The United Nations has highlighted sport as a universal language bridging cultures, advancing global goals for peace, inclusion and sustainable development across diverse societies worldwide. UN spokesperson, Stephane Dujarric, spoke yesterday at a press briefing in New York, marking the International Day of Sport for Development and Peace. He said the 2026 theme, ‘Sport: Building...
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Buhari’s Son To Contest House Of Reps Seat In Katsina

The son of the former Nigerian President, Muhammadu Buhari, Yusuf Buhari, has formally declared his intention to contest for a seat in the House of Representatives ahead of the 2027 general elections. New Telegraph reports that Yusuf Buhari’s decision was conveyed in a letter dated Friday, April 3, 2026. In the letter, he outlined his...
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