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U.S. Surveillance Drones Enter Nigeria’s Northeast as Military Looks to Regain Edge
U.S. military trainers are supporting Nigerian forces with surveillance drones in the northeast, as renewed insurgent activity in Borno highlights ongoing security challenges and the growing role of intelligence-led operations.
Abuja on Red Alert: US Embassy Shuts Down Amid Khamenei Assassination Fallout
Abuja is on high alert as the US Embassy halts consular services following the assassination of Iran's Supreme Leader. With armored units deployed and IMN protests spreading across Nigeria, we examine the security implications for the Federal Capital Territory
$1.3bn SMDF-AFC Deal Signals Nigeria’s Biggest Mining Sector Shift Yet
On March 1, 2026, Nigeria pivoted from "pit-to-port" mining to industrial processing. This deep dive explores the $1.3bn SMDF-AFC deal, the new alumina refinery, and the structural reforms set to inject $25bn into the economy.
NBA Challenges Tinubu Executive Order 9: Constitutional Crisis Over Nigeria’s Oil Revenues
A high-stakes constitutional showdown. As the NBA challenges President Tinubu’s Executive Order 9, the battle over Nigeria’s oil revenues moves from the boardroom to the courtroom. Does the President have the power to override the Petroleum Industry Act by fiat? We explore the legal "Covering the Field" doctrine and the massive institutional test facing Nigeria's democracy.
APC Tightens Grip on FCT Councils Amid Low Turnout and Voter Concerns
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has consolidated its hold on Nigeria’s capital, securing key victories in Bwari and AMAC during the Saturday FCT Area Council elections. However, the ruling party’s triumph is shadowed by a record-low 22 percent voter turnout and unsettling reports of intimidation at polling units. As the political landscape shifts toward 2027, the growing disengagement of Abuja’s electorate raises urgent questions about the health of local democracy.
