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Good morning, this is The Report , and I’m Abigail Iyade . Here are today’s top stories shaping Nigeria.   Court Grants Bail to Malami, Wife, and Son   The Federal High Court in Abuja has granted bail to former Attorney General Abubakar Malami, his wife, and son, who face a 16‑count EFCC charge involving alleged laundering of ₦8.7 billion.   Rivers Assembly Suspends Impeachment Process   The Rivers State House of Assembly has temporarily suspended impeachment proceedings against Governor Siminalayi Fubara, citing dialogue and reconciliation efforts.   Naira Strengthens Slightly Against Dollar   The naira appreciated to ₦1,420 per dollar at the official window, reflecting cautious optimism amid CBN reforms.    ICPC Confirms Dangote Petition Still Active   The Independent Corrupt Practices Commission says it will proceed with investigations into a petition filed by Aliko Dangote against former NMDP...

By:  Abigail Iyade  Good morning, this is The Report. Here are today’s top stories shaping Nigeria.   Presidency Denies AI‑Generated Image of Tinubu–Kagame Meeting    The Presidency has dismissed claims that a viral photo of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu with Rwanda’s Paul Kagame was AI‑generated. Officials insist the meeting was real, urging Nigerians to ignore misleading reports.   Nigerian Army Opens DSSC Recruitment    The Nigerian Army has announced applications for its Direct Short Service Commission Course 29/2026, opening January 7. Recruitment is free and online, targeting professionals to strengthen officer ranks.   Wike Warns APC National Secretary to Avoid Rivers Politics    Minister of the FCT, Nyesom Wike, has warned APC National Secretary Senator Ajibola Basiru to steer clear of Rivers politics, accusing him of meddling in local affairs.   Dangote Refinery Denies Shutdown Rumors...