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U.S. Push to Scrap Sharia Law in Nigeria Sparks Sovereignty, FG, Religious Leaders React
A fresh diplomatic controversy has emerged following a recommendation by lawmakers in the United States urging Nigeria to repeal Sharia law and blasphemy statutes operating in parts of the country. The move has triggered strong reactions across religious, political and civil society groups in Nigeria, with many describing it as an intrusion into domestic affairs.…
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Who Is Tunji Disu? 20 Key Facts About Nigeria’s Acting Inspector-General of Police
Following the resignation of outgoing Inspector General of Police, Mr Kayode Egbetokun, concerned authorities have ordered the police chief to handover the affairs of the corps to Assistant Inspector General, AIG, Tunji Disu who presently heads the force Criminal Investigation Department, FCID, annex in Lagos. Below are verifiable facts about Disu.
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IGP Kayode Egbetokun Resigns After Presidential Directive; Tunji Disu Set to Take Over
On Tuesday, February 24, 2026, Inspector-General of Police (IGP) Kayode Egbetokun officially resigned from his position as the head of the Nigeria Police Force, following a directive by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at a closed-door meeting held on Monday at the Presidential Villa in Abuja. According to multiple credible sources within the presidency and security…
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Nigeria Wins $6.2m Arbitration Case Against European Tech Giant
Nigeria has secured a $6.2 million arbitration victory against a European technology firm, marking a significant legal and financial win for the country in an international commercial dispute. According to a report by Vanguard, the arbitral tribunal ruled in favour of the Federal Government of Nigeria, ordering the foreign tech company to pay damages amounting…
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Dollar Holders Rethink Bet as Naira Gains Gather Pace
Dollar hoarders in Nigeria’s foreign exchange market are reassessing their positions as the naira records sustained gains, weakening the long-held strategy of holding the United States dollar as a safe hedge against currency depreciation. A recent report by BusinessDay notes that the naira’s rally has altered market sentiment, prompting corporates, investors and individuals to offload…
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FCT POLLS: INEC COLLATES RESULTS AS APC, PDP SHARE AREA COUNCILS
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has continued the collation and declaration of results from the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Area Council elections, with outcomes showing a split verdict across the six councils amid low voter turnout and pockets of technical challenges. Below is a clear, publication-ready breakdown of results as declared or officially collated…
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Forgotten Communities, Deferred Dignity: Why Nigeria’s Leprosy Colonies Must Not Be Left Behind
By Saleh FAROUQ GAGARAWA Across the world, leprosy is often described as an ancient disease nearing elimination. Yet in Nigeria, the reality is far more complex—and far more urgent. Behind national statistics and policy frameworks lie dozens of aging settlements where thousands of persons affected by leprosy continue to live in conditions that challenge the…
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“Naira Climbs to Multi-Year High as FX Liquidity Improves and Reserves Surge”
The Nigerian Naira has rallied impressively against the United States Dollar, reaching levels not seen in nearly two years across key foreign exchange markets, driven by stronger dollar inflows, policy reforms and rising external reserves. Strongest FX Levels in Years In the official foreign exchange market, the naira recently traded around ₦1,344 per US$1, reflecting…
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UK Tightens Border and Citizenship Rules, Leaving UK-Born Children of Foreign Parents in Limbo
The United Kingdom has introduced stricter immigration and border control measures that are once again drawing attention to the legal status of so-called “UK-born aliens”—children born in Britain to foreign parents who are not automatically entitled to British citizenship. The development follows new enforcement measures by the UK Home Office, alongside renewed public debate over…
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President Tinubu Signs New Electoral Act Into Law: 20 Key Changes Shaping Nigeria’s 2027 Elections
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has signed the Electoral Act 2026 into law, marking a significant milestone in Nigeria’s ongoing electoral reforms and setting the legal framework for the 2027 general elections. The new law repeals and replaces the Electoral Act 2022, introducing notable adjustments aimed at improving efficiency, inclusiveness, and electoral credibility. Below are 20…