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Jun
25
2026
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By Abia ThinkTank
El-Rufai Faces N8.68 Billion Corruption Charge Over CCTV Contract

El-Rufai Faces N8.68 Billion Corruption Charge Over CCTV Contract

Crime, News Flash, Politics
El-Rufai Faces N8.68 Billion Corruption Charge Over CCTV Contract The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has arraigned former Kaduna State Governor Nasir Ahmad El-Rufai, his former Senior Special Adviser and Counsellor Jimi Adebisi Lawal, and five others on an 11-count amended charge bordering on alleged corruption, money laundering and related offences linked to an N8.68 billion CCTV surveillance contract. The defendants were arraigned before Justice Hauwa’u Buhari of the Federal High Court, Kaduna, in Charge No. FHC/KD/93C/2026. Also listed as defendants in the amended charge are Singularity Network Security Limited, Solar Life Nigeria Limited, Knowledge Investment…
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Jun
25
2026
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Court Orders INEC To Register Citizens Democratic Alliance As Political Party

Court Orders INEC To Register Citizens Democratic Alliance As Political Party

News Flash, Politics
Court Orders INEC To Register Citizens Democratic Alliance As Political Party The federal high court in Abuja has ordered the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to register Citizens Democratic Alliance (CDA) as a political party in Nigeria. Obiora Egwuatu, the presiding judge, on Tuesday, issued the order in a suit marked FHC/ABJ/CS/2787/25, and filed by Tamunotonye Samuel Solomon Inioribo and two others against INEC. Egwuatu ordered INEC to issue a certificate of registration to the CDA within seven days. THE CASEIn October 2025, INEC announced that CDA and seven other associations out of 14 pre-qualified associations seeking registration as political…
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Jun
25
2026
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Again, Dangote Refinery Slashes Fuel Price As Oil Rate Drops To $72 Per Barrel

Again, Dangote Refinery Slashes Fuel Price As Oil Rate Drops To $72 Per Barrel

Economy, FGN, News Flash
Again, Dangote Refinery Slashes Fuel Price As Oil Rate Drop To $72 Per Barrel The Dangote Refinery has reduced the ex-depot price of petrol by ₦50 per litre, adjusting it from ₦1,175 to ₦1,125 per litre. The refinery attributed the reduction in petrol prices to the easing of tensions in the Middle East, which has led to a decrease in global energy prices. A notice to customers indicated that the gantry loading price has been reduced from ₦1,175 per liter to ₦1,125 per liter, while the coastal supply price has decreased from ₦1,495,215 per metric ton to ₦1,428,165 per metric…
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Jun
22
2026
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By Abia ThinkTank
Ikenna Ukwa Honoured As Exceptional Pillar Of Support By MCA, PCN Ehere Parish

Ikenna Ukwa Honoured As Exceptional Pillar Of Support By MCA, PCN Ehere Parish

Abia State, News Flash, People & Events, Philanthropy
Ikenna Ukwa Honored as Exceptional Pillar of Support by MCA, PCN Ehere Parish Hon Ikenna Nicolas Ukwa has been conferred with an Award of Recognition as an “Exceptional Pillar of Support” by the Men’s Christian Association, MCA, of the Presbyterian Church of Nigeria, Ehere Parish, Aba. The award was presented to Chief Ikenna Nicolas Ukwa during the 2026 Father's Day Celebration held at the church auditorium on Sunday 21st June 2026. According to the MCA, the award recognizes Hon. Ikenna Ukwa’s consistent commitment to the growth of the church, humanity and contributions to community development. Presenting the award, the Chairman…
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Jun
21
2026
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Global Energy Corridor At Risk As Iran Closes Strait Of Hormuz Again, Cites Ceasefire Violations

Global Energy Corridor At Risk As Iran Closes Strait Of Hormuz Again, Cites Ceasefire Violations

International, News Flash, World News
Global Energy Corridor At Risk As Iran Closes Strait Of Hormuz Again, Cites Ceasefire Violations The delicate thread holding global energy security together has snapped once again in the Middle East as Iran announces the total closure of the strategic Strait of Hormuz, directly threatening the stability of global oil shipments and sending shockwaves through international markets. The Pivot point: Ceasefire Collapse Triggers Maritime BlockadeIn a sudden escalation of regional tensions, the Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters—Iran’s central military command—announced on Saturday morning, June 20, 2026, that the Strait of Hormuz is closed to all vessel traffic. The decision marks a…
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Jun
19
2026
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Ikenna Ukwa Pays Courtesy Visit To Chief Sampson Orji; Holds Interactive Sessions With Members Of Reality Organization, OUK Movement, Ikenna Ukwa Progressive Group And Other Support Groups In Idima Abam

Ikenna Ukwa Pays Courtesy Visit To Chief Sampson Orji; Holds Interactive Sessions With Members Of Reality Organization, OUK Movement, Ikenna Ukwa Progressive Group And Other Support Groups In Idima Abam

Abia North, Abia State, Arochukwu, News Flash
Ikenna Ukwa Pays Courtesy Visit to Chief Sampson Orji in Idima Abam, Holds Interactive Session Members of Reality Organization, OUK Movement & Ikenna Ukwa Progressive Group The All Progressives Congress, APC, House of Representatives flagbearer for Arochukwu/Ohafia Federal Constituency, Hon Ikenna Nicolas Ukwa paid a courtesy visit to a respected community leader, former member of the Abia State House of Assembly and erstwhile Commissioner for Commerce and Industry, Dr. Sampson Orji, at his country home in Idima Abam, Arochukwu LGA. The visit was followed by an interactive session with members of the Reality Organization, OUK Movement, and the Ikenna Ukwa…
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Jun
17
2026
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Appeal Court Suspends Execution Of Judgement Against ADC, 4 Others

Appeal Court Suspends Execution Of Judgement Against ADC, 4 Others

Judiciary, News Flash, Politics
Appeal Court Suspends Execution Of Judgment Against ADC, 4 Others The Court of Appeal in Abuja has ordered the stay of execution of the judgment that directed the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to deregister the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and four other political parties. In a unanimous decision, a three-member panel of the appellate court led by Justice A. B. Mohammed, berated Justice Peter Lifu of the Federal High Court in Abuja for flouting an order it made on May 22, which directed him to suspend proceedings before him. The appellate court held that Justice Lifu’s action amounted to…
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Jun
17
2026
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NDC Moves To End Political Defections, Makes Candidates Sign Indeminity Forms

NDC Moves To End Political Defections, Makes Candidates Sign Indeminity Forms

News Flash, Politics
NDC Moves To End Political Defections, Makes Candidates Sign Indeminity Forms Ahead of 2027 Presidential and general elections, the National Leadership of the National Democratic Congress, NDC has made all its Governorship amd National Assembly candidates to sign the mandatory indemnity forms. According to the party, this is stringent anti-defection policy aimed at preserving party loyalty and strengthening Nigeria’s democratic institutions, just as it warned that the party would rely on the affidavit when candidates dump the party for other political paries after Primaries Speaking yesterday in Abuja at the Party’s National Secretariat, the National Chairman, Senator Moses Cleopas said…
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Jun
17
2026
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FUOYE Suspends SUG President, Two Senior Staff Over Alleged Extortion Of Students

FUOYE Suspends SUG President, Two Senior Staff Over Alleged Extortion Of Students

Education, News Flash
FUOYE Suspends SUG President, Two Senior Staff Over Alleged Extortion Of Students The Federal University Oye-Ekiti (FUOYE)’s campaign against corruption and extortion has claimed its first victims with the suspension of two members of staff and the Students’ Union Government President, Mr James Iyanuoluwa Adio, for allegedly engaging in the extortion of students. The two members of staff – Mr Olanrewaju Patrick Ogunjobi, Director of the Directorate of Educational Technology, Innovation and Entrepreneurship, and Dr Banji Rildwan Olaleye, Deputy Dean of Student Affairs and Support Services – were accused of extorting students through the unauthorised collection of N1,000 from each…
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Jun
17
2026
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‘They Will Listen To Me’ – Peter Obi Backs Dialogue With Bandits To End Insecurity

‘They Will Listen To Me’ – Peter Obi Backs Dialogue With Bandits To End Insecurity

News Flash, Politics, Security
‘They Will Listen to Me’ — Peter Obi Backs Dialogue With Bandits To End Insecurity The 2027 presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi, has reiterated his belief that dialogue and engagement with all relevant stakeholders remain critical to addressing Nigeria’s persistent security challenges. Obi made the remarks during an interview with broadcaster Rufai Oseni on the Nevon Black Box programme while responding to questions surrounding the controversial engagements between Islamic cleric Sheikh Abubakar Gumi and armed bandit groups operating in parts of northern Nigeria. The former Anambra State governor maintained that lasting peace can only be…
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