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Nigerian President Tinubu approves N3.3 trillion plan to clear power sector debts
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Nigerian President Tinubu approves N3.3 trillion plan to clear power sector debts

President Bola Tinubu has approved a N3.3 trillion (approximately $2.2 billion) plan to clear Nigeria's power sector debts. The initiative aims to improve electricity reliability, stabilize the energy value chain, and restore investor confidence, following a review of legacy debts accumulated over a decade.

Nigerian Senator Exits APC Amidst Sokoto Power Struggle
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Nigerian Senator Exits APC Amidst Sokoto Power Struggle

A Nigerian senator has left the All Progressives Congress (APC), citing the federal government's "inadequate response" to banditry in specific areas of Sokoto as his primary grievance. This move highlights an ongoing power struggle within the state.

PDP Loses Last Seat in Gombe Assembly, Nigeria
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PDP Loses Last Seat in Gombe Assembly, Nigeria

The People's Democratic Party (PDP) has lost its final seat in the Gombe State Assembly, with the lawmaker joining the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). Governor Muhammadu Yahaya stated this reflects growing confidence in the APC-led administration.

Analysis of Viktor Orbán's Rule and Hungarian Democracy
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Analysis of Viktor Orbán's Rule and Hungarian Democracy

Articles analyze Viktor Orbán's 16-year tenure, describing how his government has profoundly transformed Hungary, from controlling media to shaping the economy, and bringing Hungarian democracy to a critical point.

JD Vance to Visit Hungary in Support of Viktor Orbán
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JD Vance to Visit Hungary in Support of Viktor Orbán

U.S. Vice President J.D. Vance is scheduled to visit Budapest to show support for Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán ahead of the upcoming elections on April 12.

ADC Crisis in Nigeria Prompts Warnings from Timi Frank and INEC
Politicsguardian-ngvanguard-ng5d ago2 sources

ADC Crisis in Nigeria Prompts Warnings from Timi Frank and INEC

Nigeria's Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) Chairman warned the African Democratic Congress (ADC) against an unsupervised convention, while Timi Frank cautioned that the ongoing ADC crisis could destabilize the nation, involving both INEC and the APC.

Artemis II Mission Continues Lunar Journey Despite Orion Capsule Toilet Malfunction
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Artemis II Mission Continues Lunar Journey Despite Orion Capsule Toilet Malfunction

NASA's Artemis II mission, the first crewed lunar journey in over 50 years, has successfully launched with four astronauts now racing towards the Moon, though they have encountered a significant issue with the Orion capsule's space toilet, a problem also reported by Lithuanian media as a 'big issue' in the capsule.

Clashes Erupt During Protests at Belgrade University Rectorate Amid Police Search
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Clashes Erupt During Protests at Belgrade University Rectorate Amid Police Search

The Rector of the University of Belgrade addressed protesters outside the Rectorate building while a search was underway inside, with multiple clashes occurring between police and demonstrators who gathered due to the police search of the Rector.

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Activist Investor Irenic Discloses Snapchat Stake, Seeks Strategy Changes

Snap Inc. shares have gained following reports that activist investor Irenic has acquired and formally disclosed a stake in the company, proposing value-boosting measures and strategic changes to boost valuation, including closing the Specs division and replacing over a fifth of Snap's workforce with artificial intelligence.

Millions Protest Against Trump in 'No Kings' Rallies Across US and Worldwide
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Millions Protest Against Trump in 'No Kings' Rallies Across US and Worldwide

Millions reportedly gathered across the U.S. and Europe for 'No Kings' rallies to express opposition to Donald Trump's policies, with over 3,200 demonstrations planned in all 50 US states and cities worldwide, marking the largest day of protests for the movement.

Meta Stock Experiences Worst Day in Nearly a Year Amid Social Media Addiction Trial Losses
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Meta Stock Experiences Worst Day in Nearly a Year Amid Social Media Addiction Trial Losses

Major technology companies like Google and Meta are facing intense scrutiny and legal challenges, drawing parallels to the tobacco industry, as US court verdicts, including a recent jury finding Meta and YouTube liable for harming children, trigger a domino effect of lawsuits in 30 American states and cause Meta's stock to plunge, experiencing its worst day in nearly a year.

EU Warns Online Porn Sites and Snapchat Over Child Safety, Age Verification Failures
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EU Warns Online Porn Sites and Snapchat Over Child Safety, Age Verification Failures

The European Commission has launched a formal investigation into Snapchat and is scrutinizing other adult platforms like Pornhub for alleged failures in age verification and child safety, stating that these sites put children at risk by not enforcing age limits and announcing an EU age-verification app for 2027.

Greece Proposes Social Media Ban for Under-15s, Serbia Considers School Phone Ban
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Greece Proposes Social Media Ban for Under-15s, Serbia Considers School Phone Ban

Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis announced a ban on social media for children under 15, set to begin next year, and plans to urge other European nations to adopt similar regulations, while Serbia is preparing legislation to ban mobile phones in schools.

Nigerian Political Parties and Kwankwasiyya React to INEC's ADC Delisting
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Nigerian Political Parties and Kwankwasiyya React to INEC's ADC Delisting

The IPAC has faulted INEC's handling of the ADC crisis, while the APC dismisses ADC's claims of involvement. Nigeria’s electoral commission, INEC, now faces backlash for derecognising ADC leadership, sparking an intense crisis and calls for the chairman’s removal, with the Kwankwasiyya Movement also expressing concern over INEC’s political interference.

APC Backs INEC's Derecognition of David Mark-led ADC, Calls it 'Self-Inflicted'
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APC Backs INEC's Derecognition of David Mark-led ADC, Calls it 'Self-Inflicted'

The APC has backed the Independent National Electoral Commission's (INEC) decision to derecognize the David Mark-led leadership of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), stating it is "justified and consistent with electoral policy and democratic practice" and 'utterly self-inflicted' by the ADC.

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Former Kebbi PDP Scribe Explains Mass Resignations

A former scribe for Nigeria's Kebbi State Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) revealed that state executives are resigning en masse due to an internal party crisis and Governor Wike's perceived alliance with the All Progressives Congress (APC).

Moldovan President Maia Sandu Visits Latvia for Bilateral Talks
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Moldovan President Maia Sandu Visits Latvia for Bilateral Talks

Moldovan President Maia Sandu is visiting Latvia, where she held a press conference with Latvian President Edgars Rinkēvičs to discuss bilateral relations, Moldova's EU membership progress, and regional security.

International Reactions to Szijjártó-Lavrov Recordings Intensify
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International Reactions to Szijjártó-Lavrov Recordings Intensify

International reactions to the leaked Szijjártó-Lavrov recordings have intensified, with the Russian Foreign Ministry spokesperson claiming they prove Western interference in Hungarian elections, and the Czech Foreign Minister criticizing President Petr Pavel's anti-Hungarian remarks, following earlier statements from the Czech President and the EU regarding Hungary's sharing of sensitive information with Moscow.

Bauchi Governor Bala Mohammed Considers Defection to ADC
PoliticsPremium Timesvanguard-ng8d ago2 sources

Bauchi Governor Bala Mohammed Considers Defection to ADC

Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed, is signaling a potential move to the African Democratic Congress (ADC) amid an ongoing crisis within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), with a final decision expected soon.

NDC Founder Denies Party is Proxy for APC
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NDC Founder Denies Party is Proxy for APC

The founder of the NDC, Dickson, has asserted that the party operates as an independent ideological platform designed to unite Nigerians sharing similar democratic values, refuting claims that it acts as a proxy for the APC.

Fed Chair Powell Reaffirms Rates in 'Good Place' Amid Energy Shocks
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Fed Chair Powell Reaffirms Rates in 'Good Place' Amid Energy Shocks

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell discussed the outlook for interest rates, stating they are in a 'good place' despite acknowledging economic risks and energy price spikes, noting the Fed is watching but limited in its actions and can look past the oil shock with patience.

APC Leaders Mourn With El-Rufai Following Mother's Death
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APC Leaders Mourn With El-Rufai Following Mother's Death

The APC national chairman and the North-West Caucus of the All Progressives Congress (APC) have expressed condolences to former Kaduna State governor Nasir El-Rufai following the death of his mother, Hajiya Ummah El-Rufai.

Tinubu Tasks New APC NWC Members on Party Ideals
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Tinubu Tasks New APC NWC Members on Party Ideals

President Tinubu has charged the newly appointed members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) National Working Committee (NWC) to uphold the party's ideals, emphasizing that the future of both the APC and Nigeria's democracy relies on their courageous, integral, and visionary leadership.

Lagos APC Dismisses Reports of Stranded Delegates at Abuja Convention
Politicsguardian-ngvanguard-ng12d ago2 sources

Lagos APC Dismisses Reports of Stranded Delegates at Abuja Convention

The Lagos State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has dismissed reports alleging that its delegates were stranded during the party’s Abuja convention, describing the claims as false and misleading, following earlier reports of the convention disrupting movement in the city.

EU Parliament Approves Stricter Migration Policy and 'Return Hubs' Outside EU
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EU Parliament Approves Stricter Migration Policy and 'Return Hubs' Outside EU

The European Parliament has voted in favor of tightening migration policy, including the establishment of 'return hubs' outside the European Union, a move that has drawn criticism from human rights groups and includes greater sanctions for rejected asylum seekers.

Trump Denies Iran Cease-Fire Amid Rising Oil Prices on Troop Deployment Talks
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Trump Denies Iran Cease-Fire Amid Rising Oil Prices on Troop Deployment Talks

Donald Trump denies a cease-fire with Iran, despite asserting Iran is eager for a deal and negotiating with the US, while Tehran denies direct talks. Amidst ongoing strikes, focus on Iran talks, and discussions of US troop deployment to the Middle East, crude oil prices and tech stocks have risen, as Iran reviews a US ceasefire plan.

Former Kano Governor Dumps Ruling APC Party
Politicsvanguard-ng1d ago

Former Kano Governor Dumps Ruling APC Party

A former governor of Kano State, Nigeria, has announced his departure from the All Progressives Congress (APC) party, citing the best interests of his constituents and personal convictions.

Ukraine Drone Attack Targets Russia's Leningrad Region, Disrupting Air Traffic
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Ukraine Drone Attack Targets Russia's Leningrad Region, Disrupting Air Traffic

Ukraine launched a drone attack on Russia's Leningrad region, with Russia claiming to have shot down 19 drones. The incident caused significant disruptions to air traffic in the St. Petersburg area, leading to the rerouting of flights.

TS EAPCET 2026 Application Deadline Approaches
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TS EAPCET 2026 Application Deadline Approaches

The application period for the Telangana State Engineering, Agriculture & Medical Common Entrance Test (TS EAPCET) 2026, also known as TG EAMCET, is set to conclude on April 4.

Ex-Kano APC Governorship Candidate Defects to ADC
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Ex-Kano APC Governorship Candidate Defects to ADC

Nasiru Yusuf Gawuna, the 2023 gubernatorial flagbearer of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kano State, has formally joined the African Democratic Congress (ADC), pledging loyalty to Kwankwaso.

Nigerian Reps Deputy Spokesperson Defects from APC to Labour Party
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Nigerian Reps Deputy Spokesperson Defects from APC to Labour Party

Mr. Agbese, the deputy spokesperson for Nigeria's House of Representatives, has announced his defection from the All Progressives Congress (APC) to the Labour Party, attributing the move to growing grassroots support in his constituency and amidst speculation of an APC crisis in Benue.

Kebbi Federal Lawmaker Defects from PDP to APC
Politicsvanguard-ng8d ago

Kebbi Federal Lawmaker Defects from PDP to APC

A federal lawmaker from Kebbi state has dumped the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) for the All Progressives Congress (APC), citing unresolved leadership challenges and prolonged litigations within the PDP as reasons for his defection.

Russia Expels British Diplomat Accused of Espionage
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Russia Expels British Diplomat Accused of Espionage

Russia has ordered the expulsion of a British diplomat, the second secretary of the British embassy, accusing him of engaging in 'intelligence and subversive activities' and requiring him to leave the country.

Italy Probes Sephora and Benefit Cosmetics Over Marketing Practices
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Italy Probes Sephora and Benefit Cosmetics Over Marketing Practices

Italy's competition regulator, AGCM, has opened two investigations against LVMH-owned Sephora and Benefit Cosmetics, probing alleged unfair commercial practices and 'insidious' social media marketing encouraging young girls to purchase skincare products.

Sanctioned Russian Oil Tanker Altura Attacked by Drone in Black Sea
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Sanctioned Russian Oil Tanker Altura Attacked by Drone in Black Sea

The Sierra Leone-flagged oil tanker Altura, carrying Russian oil and subject to sanctions, was attacked by a drone in the Black Sea near Turkey, marking one of several recent incidents involving sanctioned vessels in the region.

Felix Morka Downplays Oyo APC Party Crisis
Politicsvanguard-ng14d ago

Felix Morka Downplays Oyo APC Party Crisis

Felix Morka has downplayed the crisis within the Oyo State chapter of the APC, stating that disagreements are expected in a party of its size, especially with multiple aspirants vying for positions.