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NEWS HEADLINES - 21 FEB 23

NATIONAL Lassa Fever Kills 85 Nigerians In 6 Weeks.  We persuaded Tinubu to join presidential race — Osoba, Olusi.  I’ll not join APC – Wike.  Elections: Wike, Ikpeazu will support Tinubu – Orji Kalu.   How I stopped Obasanjo’s third-term bid in National Assembly — Atiku.  Dunamis founder Paul Enenche endorses Obi.  I’m Confident Of Victory – PRP’s Kola Abiola.  Our responsibility, huge, but won’t let you down, INEC assures Nigerians.  2023 Presidential election: APC leaders need reconciliation with Buhari.  Naira Swap: Malami Meets Adamu, Bagudu, El-Rufai, Others.  Naira Crisis: CISLAC, other 38 CSOs call on FG to obey Supreme Court.   Sanusi: Naira Redesign Will Hurt Politicians More Than Ordinary Nigerians.  Naira scarcity: I’m suffering, my family can not cook – Orji Kalu.  Falana gives CBN 7-day ultimatum, requests details of new naira notes.   Fani-Kayode hospitalised after DSS grilling, says lawy...

NEWS HEADLINES -20 FEB 23

NATIONAL  Buhari vows to take appropriate measures to ease hardships.  Naira Crisis: There’s light at end of tunnel — Buhari.  APC chairman meets 10 govs.  Naira Crisis: Adamu Aligns With Governors, Asks Buhari To Respect Supreme Court Order.  Six days to elections: APC govs, bank CEOs in last-minute rush to clear naira mess.  Old Naira: Your Loot Now Completely Useless, Kwankwaso Taunts APC Govs Criticising Buhari.  No president in Nigeria’s history came prepared — Kukah.  Onoh: Tinubu's raised hands a protest, slams Melaye for mocking symbolic gesture.  Presidential poll: Tinubu will win in 24 states, SWAGA says.  Yoruba Nation group declares support for Tinubu, Sanwo-Olu.  Afenifere youth wing endorses Obi, claims equity, justice.  Don’t vote anointed presidential, governorship candidates –ACF.  Carleton University holds roundtable on Nigeria’s general election.  Elections: Group raises concern over 10 percent wome...

NEWS HEADLINES -19 FEB 23

NATIONAL Old Naira: Kaduna, Lagos, Kogi, Seven Other States Ask S'Court To Overrule Buhari.  Presidency: Tinubu, Atiku, Obi, Kwankwaso, others ready for final battle Saturday.  Naira scarcity: Atiku, Obi hypocrites — Tinubu Campaign C’ttee.  We’ll stop Tinubu from getting 25% votes in North – Naja’atu.  Elections: Ex-Ekiti Gov, Segun Oni denies endorsing Tinubu for President.  PDP presidential campaign concludes with Atiku's promises for Nigeria.  Seven days to election, G-5 yet to adopt presidential candidate.  Peter Obi’s presidential ambition dead on arrival — Tambuwal.  7 Days to poll: Obi reiterates reset and reboot Nigeria message.  2023: 7 Prominent Clerics Vying For Elective Seats.  Only corps members authorized to use BIVAS machines – INEC.  We'll Track Corps Members Handling BVAS On Election Day - INEC Chairman.  El-Rufai spoke truth on new naira – Fani-Kayode.  We’re not part of those planning to attack banks in...

NEWS HEADLINES -18 FEB 23

NATIONAL Those accusing Buhari of plotting interim govt, afraid of losing elections — Presidency.   Tinubu remains Buhari’s candidate, no plan for interim – Presidency.  Naira Crisis: Presidency Warns El-Rufai, Ganduje.  Naira redesign: Senior lawyers tackle Buhari over broadcast.  Naira scarcity: Two killed, many injured in Lagos, Ogun, Ondo protests.  Financial reporting council proposes code to fight corruption in public service.  Old Naira: APC NWC summons state governors.  Cashless Policy: Outrage greets ‘rebellion’ of Buhari’s men.  Cash Crunch: Governors Push Out Palliatives In States.  Those fighting Buhari on naira redesign policy vote-buying to continue —Nwodo.  Nigerians going to 2023 polls in protest mood – Igbinedion.  New Opinion Poll Indicates Tinubu Will Win Presidency.  I'm not part of G5 governors, says ex-Senate president Anyim.  Igbo town unions to Nigerians: Hold us responsible if Peter Obi fails....

NEWS HEADLINES -17 FEB 23

NATIONAL I’ve delivered on my promises to women, girls –Buhari.  Better days aren’t coming soon: Despair, disappointment after Maj-Gen. Buhari’s (retd.) address.  Naira: Federal High Court waits on Supreme Court, adjourns suit.   El-Rufai’s Broadcast: Architects of Naira redesign determined to inflict maximum pain on citizens.  Sani slams El-Rufai, others over criticism on naira redesign, cashless policy.  World Bank, IMF Faulted Naira Redesign Yet You're Defending It, Ganduje Hits FG.  ANALYSIS: Has Naira Redesign Awakened Rebellion In APC? PDP lauds Buhari’s commitment to credible elections, cashless policy.  It’s late for G-5 govs to reconcile with PDP national leadership, says Wike.  Wike Rules Out Last-Minute Deal With Atiku After Meeting Tinubu.  APC exploiting distressed Nigerians to derail democracy, PDP Campaign Council alleges.  I begged Shettima’s wife for N2m – Remi Tinubu.  I am working for Peter Obi — Ortom. ...

NEWS HEADLINES -16 FEB 23

NATIONAL Naira Redesign: Buhari to address Nigerians today.  Old Naira Notes: Buhari mulls extension of validity till April 10.  FEC Approves $53.1m To Boost Power Supply.  FEC approves cargo tracking scheme for ports nationwide.  Fuel, naira scarcity: 3 killed as protests rock Oyo, Edo, Benue, others.  Supreme Court overrules CBN as violent protests spread.  Anarchy looms in Nigeria, reverse cash policy — Ortom tells Buhari.  Currency Redesign: No meeting between FG, Governors — Elrufai insists.  'Exclusive Falsehood', El-Rufai Shoots Down Report On Naira Redesign.  No apologies, Tinubu has character required for Nigeria — Wike.   Wike, four others not relevant outside PDP – PCC spokesman.   Download Result App, INEC Tells Political Parties.  Nigeria Decides 2023: Factors that ’ll swing votes in Ijaw nation.  Former INEC chief identifies impediments to credible elections.  We’re watching Nigeria carefully –...

NEWS HEADLINES -15 FEB 23

NATIONAL Buhari Inaugurates Transition Council, Says ‘My Achievements Must Be Preserved’.  I’m with Tinubu 100%, don’t listen to lies – Buhari.  Supreme Court Judges Hear Governors' Suit on Old Naira Notes.  We only granted Fani-Kayode bail, investigation continues, says DSS.  El-Rufai denying Buhari to run away from APC’s failure — MBF.  Nigeria expecting 1,130 stolen artefacts from Germany –Minister.  Policy somersaults impeded quest for Nigerian satellite  –Obasanjo.  NEC Okays Plan To Reduce Poor Nigerians To 2.1 By 2050.  Tinubu returns to Imo three months after ‘Bala blu’ gaffe.  Time to rescue Nigerians from suffering is now — Southwest PDP women.   Expulsion: Nnamani sues PDP, Ayu, restates backing Tinubu.  We were told Oba of Lagos was not available – Peter Obi.   U-turn: INEC to keep sensitive election materials with CBN.  Election: NAPTIP unveils roles toward hitch free polls.  CSOs march for...

NEWS HEADLINES -14 FEB 23

NATIONAL Elections: The Whole World Is Watching You, Buhari Tells Security Agencies.  FG Worries Over States’ Attitude To Open Defecation.  …Nigerians angry, hungry, Sultan warns FG.  Coup Scare: I regret my action, says Fani -Kayode.  Fani-Kayode: What I Went Through In DSS Custody.  APC Presidential Council accuses Obi of riding on Tinubu's crest to campaign in Lagos.  Attacking Nigerians won’t help APC –Atiku.  Obi meets OPC leaders, affirms commitment to restructuring.  Why I did not visit Oba of Lagos - Obi.  Revoke Logistics Contract With MC Oluomo, Obi Tells INEC.  Fulani Group Endorses Abiola, Boasts Of 7m Votes.  Why Elections Won’t Hold In 240 Polling Units - INEC.  MRA urges NASS to investigate NBC activities.  Fuel and cash shortages rile Nigerian voters heading into election.  Ndubuisi unveiled as Rector new Abia federal poly.  Cash crunch: Politicians’ll still buy votes despite CBN policy – NGF spok...