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NATIONAL Nigeria records 158 new cases of COVID-19, total confirmed cases now 253,181.  We Want To Vaccinate 112 Million Nigerians Against COVID-19 – Dr Faisal Shu’aib.  ‘Nigeria still records 1,000 new leprosy cases yearly.  Buhari promises to handover to his successor stable democracy, revamped security.  Ogoni cleanup project ‘ll continue after Buhari’s govt,says FG.  Hajj Scam Allegation: EFCC detains Medview Airline MD, Bankole.  Alleged N2.9bn Fraud: EFCC files 17-count charge against ex-Imo Gov, Okorocha.  We’ll continue to appropriate funds for health sector – Gbajabiamila.  Directive to disregard appropriation act: Gbajabiamila asks Foreign Affairs Ministry to withdraw letter immediately.  N/Assembly Transmits New Electoral Bill To Buhari.    APC Feb convention uncertain, peace panel demands extension.  Ogbonnaya Onu and the 2023 presidency.  APC National Convention: Niger Gov, Sani Bello endorses Sen Sani Musa for National Chairman.  2023: INEC To Sanction Politicians Violati

NATIONAL Nigeria records 22 new cases of COVID-19, total confirmed cases now 253,023.  PDP’s attack on Buhari over cancellation of Zamfara visit, shameful, disgraceful — Presidency.  Presidency: APC in dilemma over zoning, may throw race open.  SSANU gives FG February deadline to settle minimum wage, IPPIS.  The merits in power shift to Southern Nigeria.  Presidential election campaign researchers look at 2015 and 2019.  Senate Constitution Review Committee bows to Buhari, rejects State Police.  FG must justify fresh N3tn vote, others for fuel subsidy – Senate.  Reps, Foreign Ministry fight over spending power of missions    The Many ‘Sins’ That Landed VON DG In EFCC Net.  NCAA to hike airlines’ operating licence fee, plans major review.  5G not likely to interfere with aviation – Telecoms operators.  We ‘re committed to making Niger Delta region better-Tunji-Ojo.  2023: Utomi, Na’Abba, Agbakoba’s mega party issues APC, PDP quit notice.  Boko Haram releases four Chibok girls from capti

NATIONAL Nigeria records 89 new cases of COVID-19, total confirmed cases now 253,001.  COVID-19: Blanket travel restrictions don’t work.  COVID-19: FG begins childhood vaccination.  Accountant general pledges to build world-class treasury personnel.  Finally, UAE Lifts Ban On Nigerian Flights.  Money politics: NASS hits candidates, parties with campaign spending limit.  EFCC detains VON boss, Osita Okechukwu over alleged ₦1.3bn fraud.  CONVENTION: APC faces fresh crisis on zoning of key positions.  Fresh defections loom as APC swears in state excos this week.  FG pays $194m for Port Harcourt refinery, plans additional $98m, N17.2bn.  Lagos-Ibadan Expressway: Islamic City Petitions Buhari Over ‘Eviction Plan’.  POWER SHIFT: Why South can’t stop North in 2023 — Kwankwaso.  110 abducted Chibok girls still unaccounted for – Community says.  Erosion is swallowing my people in S/East — Onuigbo.  Dangote’s, Lawan, Governors Storm Borno As IGP’s Son Weds.  BUSINESS Private sector stakeholders

NATIONAL Nigeria records 75 new cases of COVID-19, total confirmed cases now 252,753.  120m Nigerians at risk of tropical disease, says FG.  Professional Women Engineers to inaugurate Eterigho as President.  Insecurity: PDP mocks Buhari for cancelling Zamfara trip.  ‘Why Tinubu Travelled Abroad’, Aide Speaks.  PDP ignores power shift, says Atiku, Kwankwaso, others free to run.  N544m Grass-cutting fraud: Court rejects EFCC exhibits against ex-SGF.  NYSC raises the alarm over bad state of orientation camps.  Fresh Cyber Attacks Hit Nigeria.  Afenifere backs state police as Sanwo-Olu, group task Nigeria on 2023.  Empowerment: Ethnic youth leaders plan thank-you visit to Emefiele.  Buhari’s infrastructure drive enhancing economic growth among Nigerians – says Fashola.  More SUKUK funds coming as FG promises aggressive work on road projects.  Pyrates condemn poor human rights record under Buhari.  NURTW denies clashing with police, threatens legal actions.  BUSINESS Sterling Bank set to aw

NATIONAL Nigeria records 75 new cases of COVID-19, total confirmed cases now 252,753.  Nigeria Shall Win The Battle Over Evil, Says Buhari.  Buhari Cancels Zamfara Visit Over Poor Weather.  PDP, Atiku, 2023 and Afegbua’s attempt to build the house from the rooftop.  FG inaugurates team to evaluate power sector.  Governors, Labour kick as NNPC presents N3tr subsidy bill to FEC.  Your claim of bringing peace to South-South is untenable, untrue — Clark replies Buhari.  FG okays new guidelines for expatriate quota, to issue licences for marriages.  UAE lifts restriction on Nigerian travellers, 11 other countries.  Reps rejects immunity for Senate President, Speaker, others.  How security report forced Buhari to cancel planned subsidy removal.  Ohanaeze reacts to Rep rejection of state Police.  52 Northern groups list how FG can wrestle fuel subsidy palaver to the ground.  2021 Police Constable Recruitment: Physical, credentials screening holds Feb 1.  Flights To Kano, Sokoto, Maiduguri May

NATIONAL Nigeria records 75 new cases of COVID-19, total confirmed cases now 252,753.  Lassa fever: NCDC activates emergency operations to combat outbreak in 11 states.  FG procures 29m Johnson and Johnson jab at $298 million.  Nigeria and 2023 consequential elections.  Government will borrow more as states struggle to survive, OPS warns.  We would not fold our arms over fuel subsidy removal suspension -NLC.  Govs, NLC doubt fuel consumption, NNPC demands N3tn for subsidy.  FEC Approves N64.69bn Contracts For Roads, Bridges.  Buhari Will Hand Over To APC Govt — Garba Shehu.  Tinubu graduated from our school, says Chicago university.  Malami asks judiciary to open its budget for scrutiny.  Dogara: I’m unaware my traditional title is suspended.  How new security-based App, Whatchapp checks crime.  Constitution Review: No immunity for national, state assembly, judicial officers – Reps C’mtte.  Senate considers bill to enable govt seize assets acquired through corruption.  APC National Con

NATIONAL Nigeria records 250 new cases of COVID-19, total confirmed cases now 252,678.  Buhari Directs Use Of 5G Technology To Tackle Security Challenges.  Presidency attacks Ortom over comments against Buhari on Arise TV.  ‘The Governor With Longest Record Of Unpaid Salaries’, Presidency Mocks Ortom.  Why we must tackle delays in justice delivery – Osinbajo.  Senate tasks Heads of Security Agencies to stem smuggling of Petroleum Products.  Data Privacy Week: FG to release new codes of conduct for DPCOs.  Yahaya Bello, Obaaro, Gani Adams, others for OPU 2002 World Congress.  Senator Wants Statistics School Upgraded To University.  91m Nigerians fall below poverty line – NESG.  Exodus of doctors: Extension of retirement age to the rescue.  Why South East should wait for another five years, by Atiku Committee.  EFCC testifies in NI.4b oil subsidy trial of Nadabo Energy boss.  True federalism, only panacea for National development – Afenifere.  CSOs express disappointment over Nigeria’s r

NATIONAL Nigeria records 241 new cases of COVID-19, total confirmed cases now 252,428.  FG, Egypt in bilateral talks on electricity supply.  Cyber, political risks top concerns in Nigeria — Report.  Gbajabiamila’s office, NBA sign MoU on law reform.  FG accuses Nigerians of sabotaging social investment programmes.  APC: Factors that’ll shape successful convention.  CSOs storm APC, PDP headquarters, demand southern president in 2023.  We didn’t kill Abiola, Abdulsalami clarifies.  Family Disagrees With Abdulsalami, Says Abiola Denied Proper Medical Attention.  Fulani Group Endorses Tinubu For Presidency.  2023: You Can’t Bully Atiku, Tinubu On Account Of Age – Showunmi.  2023: Atiku Will Spend Single Term Of Four Years If Elected – Dokpesi.  Japan-based Nigerian union president joins presidential race.  FG sets aside PIA, to pay N4.6tr on fuel subsidy.  Labour set for protest, FG suspends subsidy removal, NBA warns govt.  UTME, Direct Entry registration begins February 12.  Rice pyramid