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NATIONAL Tinubu receives Chad President Déby at Aso Rock.  Plateau killings: ‘I saw your pain’, Tinubu comforts grieving mother from viral video.  2027: Tinubu will win again – Umahi.  Tinubu appoints new PTDF boss, renews TCN MD’s tenure.  With over 30 governors, what are you afraid of? —  ADC asks Tinubu.  Court declines motion to bar Senator Kingibe from ADC activities.  Opposition accuse INEC of meddling in ADC internal affairs.  Full Text: David Mark’s speech on INEC’s derecognition of ADC leaders.  ADC demands INEC chairman’s sacking, alleges plot to enforce one-party state.  ADC vows to proceed with congresses, convention despite INEC’s stance.  Ghost voters: INEC set to embark on nationwide voter revalidation.  Governance lapses, political exclusion, inequity fuel Conflicts —Scholars Warn.  Abacha more democratic than NADECO activists – Peter Obi.  COAS reiterates commitment to prioritising troops’ welfare.  N...

NATIONAL Easter: FG declares Friday, Monday public holidays.  FG launches UniPods next week as UNDP backs Nigeria’s shift to innovation economy.  Strike: FG, SSANU adjourn meeting on 2009 agreement for one week.  Defection: APC meets Bala Mohammed as ADC speculation grows.  2027: Millions may lose vote in INEC revalidation plan — ADC.  Senator Sani: If Not For Zoning, I Would Have Challenged Bago In 2027.  2027: Mass defections in House of Reps as 28 switch parties.  Transport minister resigns as Adelabu shelves Oyo guber ambition.  Labour Party convention to be held April 28 in Umuahia – National Chairman.  2027: PRP’ll Fix Nigeria If Elected – Baba-Ahmed.   Nigeria’s growth crisis driven by misallocation of talent,’ says El-Rufai.  El-Rufai To Remain In Custody As Court Adjourns Bail Application To April 14.  Indiscipline, not corruption, Nigeria’s core challenge — ex-Power Minister.  Uzodimma, Wike political rift deepen...

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.  ...