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NFF Protests DR Congo's Ineligible Players to FIFA

Nigeria Football Federation lodges formal protest with FIFA, alleging DR Congo fielded ineligible players in crucial World Cup qualifier. Details of the discovery and potential sanctions revealed. Read the full story.

CSOs to Protest Cancelled Enugu Economic Summit

A coalition of civil society groups will hold a peaceful protest at the NJC in Abuja on February 26, 2026, over the court-ordered cancellation of the Enugu Economic Survival Summit in Lagos. They demand judicial clarity and redress.

FG Reopens 47 Unity Schools After Security Boost

The Federal Government has ordered the immediate reopening of 47 unity schools previously closed due to insecurity. Students have returned safely as academic activities resume nationwide.

Tinubu's Insecurity Pledge to NLC Amid Protests

President Tinubu told labour leaders he's taking extra steps to tackle insecurity, as NLC protests proceed in Lagos and Abuja. Details of the late-night State House meeting revealed.

EU-Mercosur Trade Deal Faces Crucial Vote

A landmark EU-Mercosur trade deal, 20 years in the making, faces a crunch vote. While promising a massive free-trade zone, it sparks fierce protests from European farmers fearing cheap imports. Read the full details.

Protesters in Osun Demand Resignation Over Insecurity

NLC, NANS, TUC, NASU, and NUJ members in Osun State staged a protest against rising killings and kidnappings, calling on President Tinubu and governors to resign if overwhelmed. Read their demands.

NLC Warns of Strike if Protest is Disrupted

Nigeria Labour Congress warns of a nationwide indefinite strike if Wednesday's Day of Protest is violently disrupted. The union cites intelligence on planned infiltration.

ADC to Protest FG's N500bn Debt to Contractors, Pensioners

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) threatens to join ongoing protests by unpaid local contractors and pensioners. The party condemns the APC-led Federal Government's staggering debts, calling it insensitive governance.

Kano Govt Slams Ganduje's Budget Performance

Kano State government defends its 2025 budget, claiming it outperformed Ganduje's administration. Commissioner Shanono presents comparative figures on education and tech spending. Read the full details.

Lawmaker seeks sack of Finance Minister over N4tr debt

Rep. Ikenga Ugochinyere calls for the dismissal of Finance Minister Wale Edun and FIRS Chairman Zacch Adedeji over N4 trillion unpaid contracts, accusing them of sabotaging Tinubu's agenda. Contractors protest non-payment.

Supreme Court Calls Out FG Over LG Autonomy

Nigeria's Supreme Court has called on the federal government to implement its judgment granting financial autonomy to 774 local governments. The court dismissed Osun state's suit. Full details inside.

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