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For the First Time in a Long Time, Over 60,000 Nigerians Are Crossing the Border to Seek Asylum - Jain

This number joined an already existing 400,000; we have around 470,000 Nigerians in neighbouring Benin, Chad, Cameroon and Niger. It is a lot of pressure on those countries.

Arjun Jain, UNHCR Representative in Nigeria

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INEC seeks to quash subpoena demanding Tinubu’s 1999 and 2023 election records in Omoyele Sowore’s ongoing cyberbullying trial.

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Certain States in the U.S. Did A Lot of Restructuring to Try to Control Votes for the Republicans and Still Lost – Ogebe

We have a similar situation in Nigeria, where the FG, through the APC, has acquired a lot of states. It failed in America, and that’s a lesson that the people in power must fear the power of the people.

Emmanuel Ogebe, International Human Rights Lawyer

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A Sitting Minister Offering People an Amount of Money If They Can Deliver Their Polling Unit Violates Electoral Laws - Obaze

People are facing hyperinflation, decreased purchasing power, and everything has gone up. When there is a need and you cannot meet it, you start looking for extra resources because your disposable income has dried up, and this means those who are unemployed are amenable to being coerced for as little as N2,000.

Oseloka Obaze, Member, NDC President Advisory Committee

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People Are Being Intimidated for Their Choices, and State Institutions and Government Have Become Complicit - Obaze

We have had state governors enunciating that people who are campaigning should not come to their state to campaign, and that is unacceptable.

Oseloka Obaze, Member, NDC President Advisory Committee

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As ART X Lagos continues to shape the contemporary African art landscape, Tokini Peterside-Schwebig, Founder of ART X Lagos, shares her thoughts on breaking barriers, inspiring a new generation of art lovers and taking African creativity to an even wider global audience.

In an exclusive conversation with Arise Correspondent @JenniferOlize she also discusses her vision for the future of the platform, expanding access to art, engaging new audiences and making African art more inclusive and accessible beyond traditional collectors and art enthusiasts.

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Since its inception in 2016, ART X Lagos has evolved into one of Africa’s leading platforms for contemporary art, connecting African artists, galleries, collectors and cultural institutions to the global art scene.

In an exclusive conversation with Arise News Correspondent @JenniferOlize, ART X Lagos Founder, Tokini Peterside-Schwebig, reflects on the platform’s decade-long journey, its impact on the Nigerian and African art landscape, and how it is redefining the appreciation, visibility and global positioning of African art.

From nurturing emerging talent to creating international opportunities for African artists, she discusses the milestones, challenges and future of the continent’s creative industry.

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ART X Lagos has grown into one of Africa’s leading platforms for contemporary African art.

Established in 2016 by Tokini Peterside-Schwebig, the fair connects African artists with international collectors, opens new markets and creates opportunities for the growing creative industry.

Now marking its 11th edition, under the theme “A New Chapter, A New Decade”, ART X Lagos explores the relationship between African heritage, contemporary expression and the future of art.

Arise News Correspondent @JenniferOlize speaks with founder Tokini Peterside-Schwebig about her vision, the impact of ART X Lagos and the growing global influence of African art.

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DSS investigator tells Abuja court how four suspected IPOB members abducted and killed operative Ekpenyong Owoh in Anambra in 2022.

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APC Presidential Campaign Council limits official media engagement to three senior officials, directing other previously announced spokespersons to step aside.

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INEC seeks to quash subpoena demanding Tinubu’s 1999 and 2023 election records in Omoyele Sowore’s ongoing cyberbullying trial.

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President Tinubu rewards Flamingos players ₦100 million savings certificates each, with cash rewards for the coach and technical crew.

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President Tinubu’s 2027 Manifesto Is Building on the Foundation Laid From 2023–2027 – Sodipo

It has been a very decent ride so far. We have seen economic development and growth, but we cannot overlook the fact that more work needs to be done.

Niyi Sodipo, Spokesperson for the Data Analytics Group for Asiwaju (DAGFA).

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A Lagos court strikes out the EFCC’s N6 billion money laundering case against socialite Ismaila Mustapha, popularly known as Mompha.

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Mauricio Pochettino is ready to accept Manchester United’s offer as the club considers replacing current manager Michael Carrick.

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Bimbo Ademoye offers ₦1 million for information on a man she accuses of claiming copyright over her films soundtrack.

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Nollywood actor Olumide Oworu announces a second bid for Surulere 1, this time under the Allied Peoples Movement.

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Gbenga Adeboye’s sisters challenge his widow to present her three children for DNA tests to establish their paternity.

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CANEX Weekend 2026 in review.
Arise Special Correspondent, Abi Owolawi was on ground to speak to industry players, creatives and investors contributing to Africa’s creative landscape.

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CANEX Weekend 2026 in review.
Arise Special Correspondent, Abi Owolawi was on ground to speak to industry players, creatives and investors contributing to Africa’s creative landscape.

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