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Fresh terrorist demands in Kebbi State and the lynching of an alleged gunrunner in Niger highlight Nigeria's deepening security crisis, as authorities pursue justice for the 2022 Owo church massacre.
A 64-year-old American woman has alleged that US consular officers in Nigeria engaged in unprofessional conduct, repeatedly referencing her age while denying a visa to her 27-year-old Nigerian fiancé.
Nigeria's Senate has warned it may slash the N58.47 trillion 2026 budget, citing unrealistic revenue assumptions and questionable oil production benchmarks, even as the Tinubu administration grapples with unprecedented oil revenues and fiscal discipline challenges.
Civil society organization argues that Department of State Services officials have failed to provide evidence supporting their massive defamation claim, as legal battle over accountability and free speech continues in Abuja court.
The Bureau of Public Procurement has launched a tracking mechanism for constituency projects as Ogun State expands infrastructure development and the FCT prepares for area council elections.
Nigerian authorities have launched coordinated security initiatives spanning coastal patrols, border enforcement, and counterterrorism operations as the government intensifies efforts to address rising security challenges across multiple regions.
Two separate defamation proceedings have placed Nigeria's press freedom under scrutiny as courts address allegations involving state security agencies and investigative journalism outlets.
The Nigerian Senate has called for dedicated funding to address erosion and flooding challenges, while state governors commit to compensating residents before infrastructure-related demolitions.
Anti-corruption officials have searched the Abuja residence of former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai, who remains in custody over allegations of N432 billion money laundering during his tenure.
Nigeria's anti-graft agency confirms detention of former Kaduna governor while South Africa's Madlanga commission hears denial of kickback allegations, highlighting renewed continental focus on governance accountability.
Nigeria faces mounting political tensions as opposition lawmakers walk out over electoral reforms, FCT Minister Wike consolidates control through candidate defections, and Rivers State Assembly suspends Governor Fubara's impeachment following presidential intervention.
The Fiscal Responsibility Commission and Economic and Financial Crimes Commission have formalized a strategic partnership to close enforcement gaps in the Fiscal Responsibility Act 2007, marking a significant step toward enhanced fiscal transparency and accountability.
Minister Nyesom Wike announces Friday as work-free and imposes 22-hour movement restrictions from Friday evening through Saturday as security measures for February 21 Area Council elections in the Federal Capital Territory.
President Bola Tinubu has signed electoral reform legislation as Nigeria begins preparations for the 2027 general elections, while the FCT prepares for Saturday's area council polls amid political party reorganization.
Nigeria's anti-corruption agencies have escalated investigations into former Kaduna State governor Nasir El-Rufai, with the Independent Corrupt Practices Commission conducting raids on his Abuja residence while he remains in custody for questioning.