Nigerian Democratic Report

Defamation Cases Against Natasha Akpoti Dismissed as FG Drops Charges 0
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- January 15, 2026
A federal High Court and a High Court of the Federal Capital Territory have both dismissed the criminal defamation charges brought by the Federal Government against Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, who represents Kogi Central senatorial district, following the plaintiff’s withdrawal of the charges. Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan, in a statement, confirmed the development, saying the “ Federal High

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Defence Minister Pledges to Enhance School Security Nationwide 0
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- January 15, 2026
Gen. Christopher Musa, Defence Minister, has committed to enhancing school security nationwide to create a safe learning environment, emphasising that security is essential for effective education. He stated that the federal government is committed to enhancing school security nationwide due to rising concerns for student safety. He pledged to improve school security in Nigeria, where

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Insecurity in Nigeria’s Federal Capital Raises Residents’ Fears 0
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- January 15, 2026
The Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja, is encountering heightened challenges due to the resurgence of violent “one-chance” criminal networks, resulting in growing concerns about public safety and security among residents. A recent spate of severe attacks on commuters has highlighted vulnerabilities in the security infrastructure within the Federal Capital Territory. In early January 2026, “one‑chance”

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INEC Registers 1.6 Million FCT Voters, Resumes CVR in Anambra 0
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- January 15, 2026
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has released the updated Register of Voters for the upcoming Federal Capital Territory (FCT) area council election, scheduled for February 21, 2026. The total number of registered voters has increased to 1,680,315, as continuous voter registration has resumed in Anambra State. INEC announced through its Director of Voter Education

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Nigeria, UAE Sign Trade Deal for Duty-Free Access to Many Products 0
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- January 13, 2026
Nigeria has entered into a landmark trade agreement with the United Arab Emirates (UAE) that will grant duty-free entry to thousands of Nigerian goods, President Bola Tinubu has announced. In an official statement issued on Tuesday, January 13, 2026, President Tinubu announced the conclusion of the Nigeria-UAE Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA), which was finalised

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Lawmaker Urges International Oversight Amid Nigeria Governance Crisis Ahead of Elections 0
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- January 13, 2026
Aminu Waziri Tambuwal, former Sokoto State Governor and Senator, has urged for credible international oversight of Nigeria’s elections, citing economic hardship, electoral mistrust, and weakening institutions as concerns. Speaking in an interview with ARISE News on Monday, Tambuwal said Nigeria’s democracy is at a critical crossroads, with citizens increasingly losing confidence in the executive, legislature,

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