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UPDATED: #KogiDecides2023: INEC declares APC's Ododo winner, governor-elect


The final announcement of results for each local government will be announced at the INEC collation centre in the local government. Read More

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#ImoDecides2023: Uzodinma wins in all LGs, set to be declared winner


Mr Uzodinma, the candidate of the APC, was announced the winner in each of the 27 local governments at the INEC collation centre in Owerri, the Imo State capital.

Minister blames 'conflict entrepreneurs' for unending insecurity in north-west Nigeria


"Conflict entrepreneurs don't want insecurity to finish in this country. Many people in the North are part of the business," the minister said.

#BayelsaDecides2023: INEC postpones collation of results from Sylva's, running mate's LGAs


INEC announced the postponement of the final collation of the results of the Bayelsa State governorship election from the two remaining local government areas of the state till Monday.

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#KogiDecides: SDP candidate, Murtala Ajaka, demands suspension of result declaration


"In this regard, we are calling on INEC to immediately cease announcing the results forthwith until it has cancelled these areas that its criminal staff collude to rig the votes in favour of one candidate as exposed by IReV." Read More

#BayelsaDecides2023: Gov. Diri extends lead after INEC declares six LGAs' results


Mr Diri of the PDP is leading the Bayelsa State governorship election by 64,106 votes after INEC's declaration of results from six out of the eight local government areas of the state.

EXCLUSIVE: CBN orders staff to declare links with politically exposed persons


All CBN staff are also obliged to declare close relatives in the employment of the Bank.

#BayelsaDecides2023: Diri leads Sylva by 38,477 votes as INEC awaits more LGA results


Governor Douye Diri of Bayelsa State has taken an early lead in the results of Saturday's governorship election from three local government areas so far declared by INEC.

#BayelsaDecides2023: Sylva trails Diri with 38,477 votes as INEC adjourns collation of final result


The commission's returning officer, Faruk Kuta, announced this by midday shortly after the results of three local government areas were declared.

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Videos
#KogiDecides2023: How I was arrested, detained on election day – Governorship Candidate
Business

How Nigeria can maximise its digital technology potential – Experts


"As we use policies to encourage entrepreneurs, we are helping the country capture value by driving more local domiciliation of our start-ups."

Shettima excited as Access Bank offers N70bn loans to MSMEs


Access Bank is offering N30 billion discounted loans to 700,000 Micro Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs), in support of the Tinubu administration's agenda for job creation and the growth of the MSME space.

Editorial cartoon of the day
Arts and Entertainment

Veteran actor Samanja is dead


Mohammad Usman, one of the late actor's sons, confirmed his death.

Burna Boy, Davido, Asake, Ayra Starr, Olamide, bag Grammy nominations


Slated for February, the nominees list for the 2024 Grammys was announced on Friday.

Opinion

Nigeria's courts of electoral kleptocracy, By Chidi Anselm Odinkalu


What seems evident right now is that through a series of jurisprudential manouvres over the past decade and a half, Nigeria's courts have become places where, to hark back to Stanislav Andrzejewski, the two things that no one should sell – electoral legitimacy and judicial authority – are now bought and sold in the courts.

Presidential 'to do' list (2), By Wole Olaoye


In the days ahead, the foolproof indication of how the minister is performing will be found in the pockets of Nigerians — the value of the naira in there, what mileage their earnings achieve, and whether the country has become more business friendly in deed.

Promoted

Kenyan court clears Flutterwave of wrongdoing, says prosecution absurd, reckless


The court criticized the ARA for its hasty legal action against Flutterwave, citing a lack of proper investigation and deeming it reckless and absurd

Xiaomi's year-end delight: Redmi 13C unveiled as the ultimate ember season gift


With a powerful arsenal of features and an exquisite design, Redmi 13C is poised to be the ultimate gift for this ember season.

Maduka University approved for takeoff: Academic session commences 23 Nov 2023 [Apply now]


Following the receipt of final course approvals from the regulatory body, the university is proud to offer all 19 programmes and continues its commitment to providing quality education.

Sports

EPL Wrap-up: Awoniyi ends 78-day scoring drought as thriller on the Bridge sends City top


A thriller at Stamford Bridge sent Manchester City into the international break at the top of the EPL as Liverpool rose to second place.

AFL: Sundowns win inaugural African Football League title


The 2-0 victory for Sundowns crowned the South African side as inaugural winners and earned them $4,000,000.

Fact Checker

Old burning shop footage recirculated to claim election violence in Imo


CLAIM: A Facebook page, Idan News Blog, on Nov. 11 2023, shared a video showing burning shops with the claim that it emanated from the 2023 Imo State governorship election.

Pre-filled result sheet discovered in parts of Kogi's Polling Unit


FINDING: INEC, in a report published by Punch on November 11, affirmed that pre-filled result sheets had been discovered in PU 004, Eni Ward of Ogori/Magongo, and some other polling units, but not all the 3,508 polling units in Kogi State.

Health

ANALYSIS: Navigating the complex terrain of China-Africa debt relations


China isn't the main cause of Africa's debt crisis, but concerns about transparency and collateral agreements cannot be ignored.

NAFDAC issues warning alert on highly caffeinated energy drinks sold online


NAFDAC says the consumption of products containing high levels of caffeine could cause headaches, insomnia, irritability, and nervousness.

Read our Top Stories From Last Week

Doctors amputate Mr Ibu's leg


Barely a month after he made a passionate appeal, Mr Ibu's worst fears have come to pass.

INTERVIEW: Why I dumped my law degree for bodyguarding – Kelvin Power, Kizz Daniel's bodyguard


"I see Kizz Daniel as my 'wife' and everything, so I guard passionately and zealously. Maybe that was what inspired the trending video on social media. So when I am out with him, whatever happens, it is on God."

Terrorists kill several travellers along federal highway


Mr Bolarin said her body was discovered on Sunday morning after members of her church went to her home because she did not attend the church service.

Nigeria, The Bahamas to sign visa waiver agreement


The purpose of the proposed agreement between Nigeria and The Bahamas is to facilitate the entry of citizens of both countries who are holders of valid diplomatic and official passports, into their respective countries.

Wike hosts Rivers' National Assembly caucus, restates conditions for peace with Gov Fubara


Mr Wike restated the condition to maintain peace with Rivers State governor, Mr Fubara, while hosting members of the Rivers State caucus in the National Assembly on Thursday.

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