Day: April 29, 2026

“Arewa24 TV, a CIA tool to undermine North’s Hausa culture, eroding Islamic values” – Gen. Alwali Kazir (rtd)

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A retired Nigerian Army General, Kapeh Alwali Kazir (rtd), has stirred debate claiming that Hausa-language broadcaster, Arewa24 is part of a covert foreign agenda aimed at undermining Islamic values and cultural traditions in northern Nigeria. In a widely circulated opinion piece, Kazir alleged that the station operates as a tool of the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA), asserting that its programming promotes Western ideologies at odds with the region’s religious and moral framework. According to him, the channel—established amid efforts to counter extremist narratives linked to insurgency in the North—serves a…

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H’Reps approve Tinubu’s $516m loan request

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The 10th House of Representatives has given approval to President Bola Tinubu’s request to secure a $516.3 million external loan. The facility is expected to be sourced through syndicated financing arranged by Deutsche Bank AG. The decision was taken yesterday during plenary in Abuja.  Lawmakers backed the request after reviewing a report presented by the Deputy Chairman of the House Committee on Aids, Loans, and Debt Management, Abdullahi Rasheed. The report outlined the purpose of the loan and the structure of the financing. It also addressed concerns around repayment and…

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2027: David-Mark ADC alerts CJN of danger over judgment’s delay

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David Mark ADC alerts CJN

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has written to the Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN), Kudirat Kekere-Ekun, asking for a quick decision from the Supreme Court over the party’s ongoing leadership dispute. The request was made in a letter dated yesterday by lawyers representing the faction linked to former Senate President David Mark. The legal team said the delay in delivering judgment could affect the party’s chances of taking part in the 2027 general elections. Recall that the apex court had earlier heard the case on April 22, 2026, and reserved…

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Inflation: “₦1m salary meaningless without stable Naira” – NLC

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NLC on Naira

The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has said a monthly salary of ₦1 million would hold little value for workers without a stable naira and improved economic conditions. NLC President, Joe Ajaero, who made this known in an interview yesterday in Abuja, emphasised that organised labour is more concerned about the strength of the naira than nominal wage increases, noting that inflation continues to erode workers’ purchasing power. According to him, the rising cost of living has made it increasingly difficult for workers to afford basic needs such as food, transportation,…

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“Exorbitant party nomination fees turning democracy into elite contest” – IPAC

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The Inter-Party Advisory Council (IPAC) has raised concerns over the escalating cost of nomination forms by major political parties in Nigeria ahead of the 2027 general elections. The umbrella body of political parties cautioned that the trend had weakened inclusivity and undermined credible participation in the country’s democratic process. Lagos State IPAC spokesman, James Adeshina, who is also the Lagos State Chairman of the People’s Redemption Party (PRP), expressed the concern in Lagos, saying while the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) had consistently assured Nigerians of its commitment to credible…

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“2027 polls at risk without urgent Electoral Act review” – Ex INEC’s REC warns

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Ex INEC's REC warns on Electoral Act

A former Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC) of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Mike Igini, has cautioned that Nigeria may be unable to conduct credible elections in 2027 unless key provisions of the Electoral Act 2026 are urgently amended. Igini issued the warning on Thursday while delivering a keynote address at the All Political Parties Summit held in Ibadan on April 25, 2026.  Speaking on the theme: “Ensuring Free, Fair and Credible Elections,” he stressed that while Nigeria has made progress with electoral technology and legal frameworks, glaring loopholes in…

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“6 out of 10 university students are into cybercrime” – EFCC 

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Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ola Olukoyede, has raised concern that about six in every 10 university students in Nigeria are involved in cybercrime. He made the remark yesterday at the opening of the 8th biennial conference of the Committee of Pro-Chancellors of State-Owned Universities in Nigeria (COPSUN), held in Kano. The theme of the event was: “Unlocking the potentials of artificial intelligence: University governance, internationalisation and rankings”. The EFCC chairman said recent field operations by the commission revealed widespread involvement of undergraduates in internet fraud…

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Alleged Coup: Tijjaniyya calls for restrain, prayers over Sheikh Khalifa’s case

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Tijjaniyya on Sheikh Khalifa’s case

The Tijjaniyya Sufi Order has urged its millions of followers in Nigeria to refrain from making statements that would be counter-productive to the ongoing court case involving Sheikh AbdulƘadir Sani Khalifa Zaria. In a statement issued on Sunday, and signed by the National Vice Chairman of the Tijjaniyya Shura Council of Nigeria, Sheikh Ibrahim Shehu Maihula, urged Tijjaniya followers to be steadfast in their prayers for the ultimate victory of the cleric. Recall that Sheikh Khalifa was arrested five months ago, and arraigned last week for alleged coup plot against…

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