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FG Unveils $500 Million Annual Research Fund to Boost Nigeria’s Knowledge Economy

By Elizabeth Ugbo The Federal Government has approved the National Research and Innovation Development Fund (NRIDF) to strengthen Nigeria’s knowledge economy. The approval came during the Federal Executive Council meeting…

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Nigeria, United States Deepen Security, Counterterrorism Cooperation After Ribadu’s Washington Meetings

By Elizabeth Ugbo Nigeria and the United States have strengthened security and counterterrorism cooperation after Nigeria’s National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu, held high-level meetings in Washington between May 4 and…

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Jigawa 2027: Namadi Faces Tough Re-Election Battle as PDP, Badaru Alliance Gains Strength

By Elizabeth Ugbo The political battle for Jigawa State ahead of the 2027 governorship election is intensifying as Governor Umar Namadi faces growing opposition from PDP candidate Mustapha Sule Lamido…

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Trump Announces Three-Day Russia-Ukraine Ceasefire Amid Peace Talks

By Elizabeth Ugbo United States President Donald Trump announced a three-day ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine on Friday as part of ongoing peace negotiations. The truce will run from May…

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APC Consensus Crisis: Why Imposed Candidates Could Hurt the Party in 2027

By Elizabeth Ugbo The ruling All Progressives Congress faces growing internal tension ahead of the 2027 elections as governors impose consensus candidates across several states. Aspirants in places like Nasarawa…

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PGF Reaffirms Support for Tinubu, Passes Vote of Confidence on Uzodimma

By Elizabeth Ugbo The Progressive Governors Forum on Friday reaffirmed its support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and endorsed Governor Hope Uzodimma as chairman of the forum during a closed-door…

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Onanuga Mocks NDC, Says Party Has No Plan for Nigeria Ahead of 2027

By Elizabeth Ugbo Bayo Onanuga, Senior Special Adviser on Information and Strategy to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, on Saturday criticised the Nigeria Democratic Congress over its missing manifesto. He accused…

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Onanuga Mocks NDC, Says Party Has No Plan for Nigeria Ahead of 2027

By Elizabeth Ugbo Bayo Onanuga, Senior Special Adviser on Information and Strategy to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, on Saturday criticised the Nigeria Democratic Congress over its missing manifesto. He accused…

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Tinubu Cabinet’s Weak Digital Presence Raises Governance Concerns in Nigeria

By Elizabeth Ugbo A new report released on May 4, 2026, by COLUMN has revealed a growing digital disconnect between President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s cabinet and Nigerians. The report examined…

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Amobi Ezeaku Rebuilds Enugu Rangers Into a Modern NPFL Powerhouse

By Elizabeth Ugbo Enugu Rangers are rebuilding into a modern football institution under General Manager and CEO, Barr. Amobi Ezeaku. Since returning in August 2023, Ezeaku has introduced corporate governance,…

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