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Legal dispute over NDC governorship candidates in Kano

3 clusters · 5 sources · last updated

Latest: Kano Court Restrains INEC From Publishing NDC Candidates

Supporters of the Kwankwasiyya Movement and the National Democratic Congress (NDC) protested in Kano against the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) following the exclusion of governorship candidate Aminu Ab

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Nigeria 2027 election political developments

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Latest: Olujuwon Obasanjo backs President Tinubu for 2027 re-election

As the 2027 election cycle advances, the administration of President Bola Tinubu faces escalating criticism regarding economic hardship and election integrity. While the President has directed governors to reduce public

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Nigeria INEC updates 2027 election voter data and timelines

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Latest: Nigeria's INEC warns of AI disinformation threats to 2027 elections

As preparations for the 2027 general elections continue, the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has expanded its logistical and technological frameworks. While Lagos State maintains the highest voter popula

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Murder trials in Kano State High Court

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Latest: Kano State High Court sentences two men to death for murder

The Kano State High Court has presided over separate murder proceedings involving different defendants. In one case, Abdullahi Sulaiman, also known as Babangida, pleaded not guilty to charges of killing and dismemberin

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Nigeria Naira exchange rate and liquidity dynamics

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Latest: Naira exchange rate fluctuates amid CBN liquidity intervention

By late October 2026, the Nigerian naira continued to exhibit volatility against the US dollar. On October 13, the currency weakened to ₦1,335.50 per dollar, its weakest level since August, due to rising demand for inter

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Vocational sewing initiatives in Nigeria and Ghana

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Latest: Seidu Agongo donates sewing machines to Ghanaian apprentices

In Nigeria, tailor Abdulkadir Hassan-Basri conducted a 120-hour sewing marathon at Maryam Abacha American University of Nigeria to produce 200 uniforms for underprivileged primary school students. This “Sew For The Natio

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Nigeria tax reform implementation and public response

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Latest: Nigeria tax reforms drive revenue growth and lower rates for most earners

The Nigerian Senate and the Nigeria Revenue Service (NRS) have addressed various concerns regarding recent tax reforms. The Senate rejected claims that a 25% personal income tax hike was planned for the 2027 election cyc

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Kano electricity infrastructure developments

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Latest: Nigeria expands power transmission capacity in Kano and Katsina

In late September 2026, large parts of the Kano metropolis and several local government areas experienced power outages. These disruptions were caused by damage to the 132kV Kumbotso–Dan’Agundi transmission line followin

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Olam Agri corporate social responsibility initiatives

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Latest: Olam Agri distributes food boxes to Nigerian households

Olam Agri has undertaken various philanthropic activities across West Africa. In Ghana, the company donated GH¢100,000 to support the 42nd National Farmers’ Day celebration in Sunyani, an event aimed at recognizing agric

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Nigerian gold market price trends

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Latest: Nigeria gold prices hold steady at N178,000 per gram

Gold prices in Nigeria have experienced a downward trend, falling to approximately N180,000 per gram from previous highs exceeding N200,000. This decline was attributed to a strengthening Nigerian Naira against the US Do

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Nigerian Tinubu Must Go movement activities

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Latest: Kano police block ‘Tinubu Must Go’ meeting amid rights concerns

The ‘Tinubu Must Go’ (TMG) movement, led by lawyer Abba Hikima, has emerged as a significant source of political debate in Nigeria. Initially, the movement focused on social media mobilization and conducting online polls

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Kogi State revenue growth

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Latest: Kogi State revenue reaches N43.9 billion annually

The Kogi State Internal Revenue Service (KGIRS) reported that the state’s internally generated revenue (IGR) reached N43.9 billion annually in 2025. This marks a substantial increase from the N600 million recorded annual

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Nigeria customs digital reforms and revenue milestones

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Latest: Nigeria Customs intercepts ₦3.67bn in illicit drugs at Tin Can Island Port

Nigeria’s digital customs reforms continue to drive revenue and operational modernization. The deployment of the indigenous ‘B’Odogwu Unified Customs Management System’, alongside geospatial technology and expanded post-

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Nigerian political support mobilization

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Latest: Ogun State indigenes in Kano pledge support for PDP candidates

In Kaduna State, non-indigenous communities have organized to declare support for President Bola Tinubu and Governor Uba Sani ahead of the 2027 general elections. During a rally held by the Kaduna State Association of No

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