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NATIONAL Ministers develop cold feet over state politics, delayed endorsements.  Nigeria Will Overcome Current Challenges Under Tinubu — Sanwo-Olu.  US, UK, France, others approve Nigerian ambassadors.  FG: 10 Ambassador Designates Accepted By Host Countries, Others On Waiting List.  Breaking: Senate approves Tinubu’s $6bn loan request.  Yoruba group in Italy says ambassadorial nominee capable of delivering Tinubu’s agenda.  El-Rufai withdraws N1bn fundamental rights suit against Abuja magistrate.  El-Rufai Returned To ICPC Custody.  PDP Crisis: Supreme Court, Not INEC, Will Decide – Turaki-Led Faction.  Kwankwaso vows to reclaim power, charges loyalists ahead 2027 elections.  Kwankwaso’s defection to ADC: APC, threat to democracy —  Mark.  Senator Goje debunks news of ADC defection.  Northern groups warn of rising insecurity, foreign influence.  JAMB releases UTME mock results, delists 20 centres.  KASU To Enter...

NATIONAL At 74, nation’s mood forced me to observe low-key birthday — Tinubu.  Tinubu’s ‘untiring’ style key to APCc’s convention success — Ararume.  Tinubu’s birthday: Bolaji Abdullahi replies Sunday Dare.  Vested interest resistance stalled investigation into collapse of NNSL – Jonathan.  FG Repatriates1,231 Nigerians From Niger In One Week.  24 Hours To Deadline: Ministers Yet To Resign.  Tuggar resigns as minister to pursue Bauchi governorship bid.  Ex-FCT minister Akinjide resigns from PDP.  Nigeria snubbed as Trump relaxes crackdown on asylum.  Nigerians must work together to ensure readiness for next pandemic – Minister.  Northern Govs Commit N500m Each For Construction Of Forum’s Secretariat.  INEC recognises Wike-backed PDP leadership as factional crisis deepens.  Wike convention is jamboree, in contempt of court – PDP.  Fani-Kayode dismisses reports of Germany rejecting his ambassadorial appointment.  ‘I’m n...

NATIONAL Tinubu @ 74: A statesman recasting Nigeria’s global identity, strategic direction.  Shettima, NSA, Over 10 Governors Join Tinubu For Special Prayers.    El-Rufai’s son apologises to Shettima for calling him ‘spineless’.  Lagos APC Women Leader Celebrates President Tinubu at 74.  ADC bashes Tinubu in birthday message.  CSOs raise concern as Diezani, Alamieyeseigha’s recovered loot remain unutilized.  Former AGF Aondoakaa resigns from APC.  Saraki, Makarfi, Lamido Arrive Pro-Wike PDP Faction Convention.  INEC deploys top officials to PDP national convention — Wike’s aide.  Five years lost to ASUU strikes in 10yrs – FG.  VBM rallies nationwide support, urges ADC presidential ticket to Obi.  Obi, Amaechi, Tambuwal lead dignitaries to El-Rufai’s mother’s burial in Abuja.  Fayemi mourns Hajiya Umma El-Rufai, condoles with former Kaduna Governor.  Kwankwaso announces resignation from NNPP.  Our party not follow...

NATIONAL APC founded to tackle poverty, insecurity — Tinubu ‘An audacious, visionary leader’ – Akpabio eulogises Tinubu at 74 Tinubu’s Aide, Ja’oji, Resigns ‘To Pursue House Of Rep Ambition’ Gov Mbah hails Yilwatda, Basiru, Nwoye, other newly elected APC national executives.  Adebayo slams road closures, use of public facilities for APC Convention.  Nomination Fee: Chidoka warns rising costs threaten Nigeria’s democracy despite APC denial.  2027: APC disowns ‘mischievous’ price list for nomination forms.  Atiku, Malami, Amaechi visit El’ Rufai, say Malam’s spirit unbroken.  Associate: El-Rufai Told Us He Completed The Quran, Read 10 Books In Detention.  ICPC’s gesture to El-Rufai shows compassion in governance — NCYP.  El-Rufai arrives home, Amaechi visits.  Nigeria needs credible opposition party but not ADC, says APC.  Medical lab scientists oppose health reform bills.  NIGCOMSAT launches accelerator 3.0 to drive space tech growth....

NATIONAL Presidency seeks actionable strategies to strengthen health systems.  Shettima tasks stakeholders on global standards for made-in-Nigeria products.  ‘Saraki never endorsed Tinubu,’ aide dismisses claim as mischievous.  Kwankwaso Hosts Aregbesola Amid Talks Of ADC Realignment.  El-Rufai Loses Mother.  Ribadu mourns El-Rufai’s mother, recalls fond memories.  God forbid Peter Obi becomes president – Fani-Kayode.  APC Delegates, Journalists Tear-Gassed At Convention Entrance.  PDP: Turaki NWC ‘does not exist’; convention will hold — Wike camp.  ADC accuses APC of tolerating  criminality.  ADC Knocks CDS Over ‘Sons Of Nigeria’ Comment On Terrorists.  Telecom expansion must deliver value to people, says Tijani.  ASUU Give FG 4-Day Ultimatum To Pay New Salary.  INEC warns of electoral violence, foreign ‘influence’ ahead of 2027 polls.  2027: INEC extends deadline for party membership register submission.  ...

NATIONAL Shettima reaffirms Nigeria’s commitment to human rights, humanitarian law compliance.  FG moves to get states sign $500m HOPE governance programme.  FG seeks EU’s support to tackle illegal fishing, maritime crimes.  Concerns as consensus plot robs parties of internal democracy.  APC convention: FG orders workers to work from home.  APC set to host 8,453 delegates for 8th national convention.  Convention: APC Clarifies Zoning Arrangement, Says 8,453 Delegates Already In Abuja.  Group flays INEC’s 2026 guidelines, fears voter apathy, exclusion.  Court orders arrest of Turaki, factional PDP Chairman.  I’ve appealed bench warrant against me — Turaki.  Court acquits Stella Oduah, convicts firms in amended charge.  Simon Ekpa loyalist tackles Akpabio on Anioma State creation.  Chinese ambassador applauds UN’s stand on transatlantic slave trade.  IMT, UNICROSS partner on degree top up programme.  Why we need ‘Judici...

NATIONAL APC Convention: Plateau micro-zoning for national chairmanship fair, forum Says.  Empty Bone’, Shettima Mocks ADC.  South East APC elects Arodiogbu, Oby Ajih, 6 others as Zonal Exco.  2027: Akume, N’Central govs adopt Tinubu as sole candidate.  2027: Makinde, Wike camps begin reconciliation talks to save PDP.  2027: Action Alliance goes digital, unveils membership portal to boost transparency, inclusion.  Niger Delta communities, CSOs insist on inclusivity in oil asset divestment.  Niger Delta communities demand accountability as NUPRC tightens oil divestment rules.  ‘Courtroom not for advocacy theatrics’ – NBA faults Sowore.  NELFUND disburses ₦2.1b to UNIOSUN, KIU students.  UK Alumni urged to drive change in Nigeria’s agriculture, security sectors.  Army arrests officer for N114m fraud, false alarm on killing of gang leader, Osisikankwu.  COAS urges unified, coordinated approach to combat insecurity.  BUSINESS ...

NATIONAL We’re on it’ – Power minister begs Nigerians over blackout.  APC stands out as Nigeria’s most youthful party, says Yilwatda.  Contractors plan protest at APC convention over delayed payments.  Labour Party postpones Congress, national convention.   Labour bars northern aspirants, zones 2027 presidential ticket to South.  2023 Election: Obi shouldn’t have been allowed to contest – Justice Ayo Salami.  Ordeal: I Can’t Rule Out Political Undertone, Says Malami.  MC Oluomo regains control of NURTW secretariat, assesses damage.  EFCC Operatives Restrict Access To Malami’s Abuja Residence.  FG approves N32bn for PHCs nationwide.  FG to roll out HIV prevention injection as 52,000 doses arrive.  El-Rufai to remain in ICPC custody as court adjourns bail hearing to March 31.  How DSS Operative Shunned El-Rufai’s Wife’s Request At Court Entrance.  ACOMORAN vows support for Tinubu’s re-election.  Leverage Cocoa, Lithium ...