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Supreme Court Backs Tinubu on Rivers Emergency Rule

Nigeria's Supreme Court has upheld President Tinubu's power to declare emergency rule in Rivers State. Our analysis explores the ruling's impact on democracy and the contentious suspension of elected officials. Read the full story.

5 Ambulances Boost Emergency Care in Ogoniland

Rivers State and HYPREP strengthen public health in Ogoniland with ambulance donations to five facilities. Partnership aims to tackle pollution-related health challenges.

Lagos Balogun Market fire death toll climbs to 10

The death toll from the Great Nigeria Building fire at Lagos's Balogun Market has reached 10. Recovery operations continue as officials work to reach ground zero. Read the latest updates.

COAS Pledges Normalcy Amid Calls for State Policing

Army Chief Lt.-Gen. Waidi Shaibu reassures on tackling terrorism. Nextier report warns Tinubu's security emergency needs state police & forest guards to succeed. Bombs found in Niger State.

25 Dead, 14 Missing in Yobe Canoe Tragedy

A canoe carrying 52 capsized in Yobe State, leaving 25 dead and 14 missing. Search operations continue. Read the full report on the Nguru waterway tragedy.

Lagos GNI Building Fire: Death Toll Rises

The Lagos State Government confirms another body recovered from the GNI building fire site on Lagos Island. Get the latest updates on casualties and the ongoing investigation.

When a Quick Loan Makes Sense in Nigeria

Discover the 5 key situations where a quick loan is a sensible financial tool in Nigeria, from medical emergencies to urgent repairs. Learn to borrow responsibly.

FG to Introduce New Emergency Passports in 2026

Nigeria Immigration Service announces new Single Travel Emergency Passport (STEP) for 2026. Comptroller General Kemi Nandap reveals biometric upgrade to replace current certificates. Read more.

Tinubu's 10 Defining Decisions of 2025

From emergency rule in Rivers State to major tax reforms and security overhauls, explore the 10 pivotal decisions by President Tinubu's administration that shaped Nigeria's 2025. Read the full list and analysis.

Lagos Revives Local Emergency Committees

LASEMA revitalises Local Emergency Management Committees (LEMCs) across Lagos to strengthen grassroots disaster preparedness ahead of the festive season. Residents urged to act responsibly.

Tinubu Vows Security Reset in 2025 Budget Speech

President Bola Tinubu announces a sweeping national security revamp, allocating N5.41 trillion to defence. He declares all armed non-state actors as terrorists amid rising violence.

Burkina Faso Releases 11 Nigerian Air Force Personnel

Burkina Faso has released 11 detained Nigerian Air Force pilots and crew. The release followed high-level diplomatic talks led by Nigeria's Foreign Minister, Yusuf Tuggar. Read the full details of the resolution.

Fubara: ₦600bn in Rivers Coffers After Emergency Rule

Governor Siminalayi Fubara reveals he met over ₦600 billion in Rivers State's treasury after emergency rule, defending his administration's transparent spending. Read details of the executive-legislature tension.

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