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NIGERIA NEWS
Lawmakers Demand Return Of National Assembly Over Presidential Absence
Some members of House of Representatives under Save Democracy Group have urged Senate President Godswill Akpabio and Speaker Tajudeen Abbas to reconvene National Assembly to address President Bola Tinubu prolonged absence from Nigeria. Group said urgent legislative action needed to clarify governance situation.
Malpractice Drops Sharply In NECO Examination Results
National Examinations Council released Senior School Certificate Examination Internal results in Minna, Niger State. Registrar Prof. Dantani Wushishi said malpractice cases fell significantly from last year figure involving over one million candidates. Only small fraction of candidates were involved this year, showing major improvement in exam credibility.
Stakeholders Warn Over Threats To Upcoming General Elections Credibility
Stakeholders have raised concerns over Nigeria upcoming general elections, warning that weak institutions, unverified results, legal gaps and artificial intelligence generated falsehoods could undermine electoral credibility and influence voters choices ahead of polls. They called for stronger electoral laws and digital literacy.
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Federal Government Issues New Tax Order To Ease Late Payment Penalty
Federal Government has issued Nigeria Tax Administration Order which takes effect from next month to reduce interest rate for late payment of tax. Order links cost of late payment more closely to market rates and is aimed at easing burden on businesses while improving compliance.
Ogun Assembly Passes Maternal Health And Safe Motherhood Bill
Ogun State House of Assembly has passed bill aimed at reducing maternal deaths, promoting safe motherhood and reproductive health rights, and providing legal framework for safe termination of pregnancy under permitted conditions. Lawmakers described bill as landmark for women health.
AFRICAN NEWS
Nigeria Reaffirms Stronger Ties With Saudi Arabia Beyond Traditional Relations
As Saudi Arabia marks its National Day, Nigeria has reaffirmed commitment to deepening relations with Kingdom beyond traditional ties, with greater cooperation in agriculture, energy, investment, aviation, financial technology and trade. Both nations pledged to boost bilateral investment.
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NIGERIA POLITICS
ADC Presidential Candidate Unveils Campaign Council
African Democratic Congress presidential candidate Alhaji Atiku Abubakar has unveiled his presidential campaign council, naming Senator Austin Akobundu as Director-General, Alhaji Kashim Ibrahim-Imam as national chairman and former Kaduna State Governor Mallam Nasir El-Rufai as Deputy Chairman. Unveiling signals early start to political activities.
INTERNATIONAL NEWS
Hollywood Stars Detained In New York Protest During Netanyahu UN Speech
Hollywood star Susan Sarandon and Hacks actress Hannah Einbinder were among people detained by police in New York as they moved to break up protest against Benjamin Netanyahu on Thursday. Protesters holding banners that read Stop Arming Israel and End the Genocide were staging sit-in on city streets as Netanyahu gave defiant speech at UN.
STOCK EXCHANGE AND EXCHANGE RATE NEWS
Market Reacts To New Tax Order And Lower Rates
Stock exchange opened cautiously positive this morning as investors welcome Federal Government new tax order and recent Central Bank rate cut. Banking and industrial stocks led gains. Naira showed slight stability at official window while parallel market remained watchful. Analysts expect improved liquidity if lower rates trickle to lending.
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ENTERTAINMENT AND SPORTS ROUNDUP
Entertainment: Global reaction trails detention of American stars at Gaza protest, with social media buzzing over celebrity activism.
Sports: Nigerian teams intensify preparations for continental club competitions, while European leagues continue midweek fixtures ahead of weekend matches. Athletics Federation also hinted at early camping for next major games.
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