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1. Bwala dissects ADC, citing six issues holding back the party
A presidential aide, Daniel Bwala, criticized the structure of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and its leaders, citing six issues that he said would not allow the party to grow, or make a meaningful impact.Read more
2. INEC postpones voter revalidation until after the 2027 elections
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has postponed the proposed implementation of nationwide voter revalidation until after the 2027 general election.Read more
3. The Nigerian government defies US advice, saying Nigeria is safe even if the embassy is withdrawn
The Federal Government has dismissed concerns about Nigeria’s security prospects, insisting that the country remains stable and safe, despite the United States’ decision to withdraw non-essential personnel from its embassy in Abuja.Read more
4. Tinubu mourns Brigade Commander, soldiers killed in Benisheikh attack
President Bola Tinubu expressed his sadness over the death of some soldiers of the 29th Task Force Brigade of Operation HADIN KAI who died in a terrorist attack on their camp in Benisheikh, Borno State.Read in full
5. 2027: ADC Faction Leader, Gombe, says Obi, Atiku and others aged above 55 are prohibited from participating
The National Chairman of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) faction, Nafiu Bala Gombe, has announced that presidential candidates above the age of 55 are prohibited from contesting any elections under his watch.Read more
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6. CBN denies plans to introduce ₦5,000 notes
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has dismissed recent false rumors about the introduction of ₦5,000 banknotes featuring President Bola Tinubu.Read more
7.Poverty worsens to 63% despite inflation relief, World Bank warns
The World Bank has revealed that the poverty rate in Nigeria will increase to 63 percent by 2025, indicating the limited impact of easing inflation on the living conditions of millions of households.Read more
8. 10 things to know about CBN’s new BVN rules starting May 1
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has introduced ten new rules around Bank Verification Numbers (BVN) in a bid to prevent fraud and better protect digital banking processes.Read more
9. The court sentenced the former senatorial candidate to 10 years in prison for aiding terrorists
Judge Peter Lifu of the Federal High Court, Abuja, on Friday, sentenced former senatorial candidate from Borno State, Babagana Habeeb, to 10 years imprisonment for aiding terrorism.Read more
10. FIFA introduces African referees for 2026 World Cup (See list)
FIFA has announced the list of African referees who will take part in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with seven referees securing places in football’s biggest tournament.Read more
