Corruption in Nigerian Politics: Trends, Effects and Solutions 2025
Explore corruption in Nigerian politics, discover its impact on society, and learn actionable steps for change in 2025. Informative for all Nigerians.
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UBEC Launches 3-Year Strategy to Return 10 Million Out-of-School Children to Classrooms
Abuja, July 28, 2025 — The Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC) has rolled out a comprehensive reintegration strategy aimed at bringing at least 10 million out-of-school children in Nigeria back into the formal education system between 2025 and 2028. The plan, officially unveiled at the UBEC headquarters in Abuja, outlines a robust national framework designed
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NNPCL, Zuid Energies Partner on 40 Million Cubic Feet LNG Project in Kogi
Kogi, July 28, 2025 — The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has entered into a strategic partnership with Zuid Energy Limited for the development of a Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) project valued at over 40 million standard cubic feet per day (mmscfd) in Kogi State. The collaboration, which was officially announced during a stakeholders’
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House of Reps Proposes Same-Day Conduct for All 2027 Elections in Electoral Act Overhaul
Abuja, July 28, 2025 — In a significant move toward electoral reform, the House of Representatives has proposed that all five major elections in 2027—presidential, governorship, National Assembly, state assembly, and FCT area council polls—be conducted on the same day. The proposal, which forms part of the sweeping amendments contained in the Electoral Act 2025
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Sanwo-Olu Restricts LG, LCDA Chairmen from Appointing Key Officials Amid Governance Restructuring
In a surprising administrative directive that has sent ripples across grassroots governance in Lagos State, Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has placed a temporary hold on the appointment of Secretaries to Local Governments (SLGs) and Supervisory Councillors by the recently inaugurated Chairmen of the 20 Local Government Areas and 37 Local Council Development Areas (LCDAs). The newly
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VP Shettima Arrives Addis Ababa to Represent Nigeria at UN Food Systems Summit
Addis Ababa, July 28, 2025 — Nigeria’s Vice President, Senator Kashim Shettima, has arrived in Addis Ababa, the Ethiopian capital, to represent the country at the Second United Nations (UN) Food Systems Summit, scheduled to hold from July 27 to 29. The Vice President’s aircraft landed at approximately 4:26 p.m. local time at the Bole
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FAAN Inks Strategic MoU with Dubai’s ATOM Training Services to Drive Human Capital Growth
In a significant move to elevate Nigeria’s aviation workforce, the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding with Atom Aviation Training Services, a leading aviation training firm headquartered in Dubai. This partnership is geared towards advancing human capital development within Nigeria’s airport operations and management ecosystem. In formal statements
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D’Tigress Begin AfroBasket Title Defence With Dominant Win Over Rwanda Â
Nigeria’s women’s basketball team, D’Tigress, launched their 2025 FIBA Women’s AfroBasket championship defence in spectacular fashion, thrashing Rwanda 92-45 in their opening Group B encounter at the Palais des Sports de Treichville in Abidjan on Saturday. The six-time African champions showcased their continental dominance from tip-off, winning all four quarters (17-8, 28-17, 26-12, 21-8)
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FAAC Allocation: President Tinubu Calls on Governors to Intensify Efforts for Grassroots Development
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has urged state governors to step up their commitment towards delivering tangible development at the grassroots level, following the recent disbursement of funds from the Federation Account Allocation Committee (FAAC). In a statement addressing the nation, Tinubu emphasized the critical role of state leadership in translating federal allocations into meaningful projects
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Court Orders Police to Pay ₦10 Million to #EndSARS Protesters Over Rights Violation
ABUJA, July 25, 2025 – A Federal High Court in Abuja has ordered the Nigeria Police Force to pay ₦10 million in damages to two #EndSARS protesters, citing a gross violation of their fundamental human rights during the 2020 demonstrations. The judgment, delivered by Justice Mobolaji Olajuwon, followed a suit filed by the plaintiffs, Ifeanyi