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INEC Pledges Free, Fair FCT & Osun Elections

INEC promises transparent polls in FCT & Osun. RECs Agboke & Idris commit to credible elections, citing vote-buying & violence as key challenges. PVC collection starts Jan 15.

Stakeholders Condemn Reps' Vote-Buying Decision

Peter Obi and other stakeholders criticise the House of Representatives for refusing to criminalise vote-buying in party primaries, calling it a grave threat to Nigeria's democracy ahead of 2027. Read why this decision is a setback.

Obi Slams Reps Over Vote-Buying Bill Rejection

Peter Obi criticises the House of Reps for rejecting a bill to criminalise vote-buying in primaries, calling it a grave threat to Nigeria's democratic foundation. Read his full statement.

Obi: No Democracy in a Vote-Buying System

Peter Obi criticizes the House of Reps for failing to criminalize vote buying in party primaries, warning it corrupts Nigeria's democracy. Read his full statement and analysis.

Fed's Williams Sees No Urgency for Further Rate Cuts

New York Fed President John Williams says recent US inflation data was distorted by a government shutdown and Black Friday sales, advising patience on further interest rate cuts. Get the full analysis.

House Approves Jail, 10-Year Ban for Vote Buyers

Nigeria's House of Representatives has passed stricter penalties for electoral offences, including jail terms and a 10-year election ban for vote buyers. The reforms also mandate real-time electronic transmission of results.

Bank of England Cuts Interest Rate to 3.75%

The Bank of England has cut its key interest rate to 3.75% after UK inflation eased faster than expected. Governor Andrew Bailey confirmed the move, marking the sixth reduction since August 2024. Read more for the full analysis.

ECB holds rates steady at 2% as inflation cools

The European Central Bank keeps its key deposit rate at 2% for the fourth consecutive meeting. Analysts scrutinise Lagarde's comments for clues on future monetary policy amid uncertain inflation outlook. Read more.

NELFUND Loans: N154.4bn Reaches 788,947 Students

Nigerian Education Loan Fund has disbursed over N154 billion in interest-free loans to students. MD Akintunde Sawyerr urges more applicants and explains reasons for failed applications.

NELFUND Gives N154.4bn Loans to 788,947 Students

Nigerian Education Loan Fund disburses N154.4bn in interest-free loans to 788,947 students. CEO Akintunde Sawyerr reveals details and urges more applications from public institution students.

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