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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
Nigeria 2027 election political developments
256 clusters · 208 sources · last updated
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
Nigeria INEC updates 2027 election voter data and timelines
57 clusters · 132 sources · last updated
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
Murder trials in Kano State High Court
2 clusters · 7 sources · last updated
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
Nigeria Naira exchange rate and liquidity dynamics
40 clusters · 59 sources · last updated
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
Vocational sewing initiatives in Nigeria and Ghana
2 clusters · 5 sources · last updated
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
Nigeria tax reform implementation and public response
3 clusters · 13 sources · last updated
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
Kano electricity infrastructure developments
2 clusters · 12 sources · last updated
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
Olam Agri corporate social responsibility initiatives
2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated
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
Nigerian gold market price trends
2 clusters · 8 sources · last updated
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
Nigerian Tinubu Must Go movement activities
2 clusters · 10 sources · last updated
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
Kogi State revenue growth
2 clusters · 3 sources · last updated
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
Nigeria customs digital reforms and revenue milestones
22 clusters · 58 sources · last updated
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-
Nigerian political support mobilization
2 clusters · 10 sources · last updated
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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CITAD hosts 7th Kano Social Influencers Summit on AI and governance
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