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Breaking News - August 19,2026

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 Today, Wednesday, August 19, 2026. Nigeria officially enters the 2027 election campaign season as candidates sign a peace accord, Oby Ezekwesili demands termination of a £746m UK ports deal, FCCPC uncovers cement price manipulation, and FAAC revenue surges to ₦3 trillion. Globally, markets remain steady while security concerns rise in parts of Nigeria.


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🇳🇬 Nigeria Headlines


Politics & Governance

2027 Campaigns Begin

INEC confirmed that Nigeria’s 2027 general election campaigns officially commenced today. Tinubu, Obi, Sowore, and other candidates signed a peace accord, with INEC pledging neutrality. Tinubu warned opposition parties not to weaponize ethnicity or religion.     

Read More:  INEC Declares Start of 2027 Election Campaigns as Candidates Sign Peace Accord


Jonathan’s Warning 

Former President Goodluck Jonathan criticized the influx of governors and senior politicians into off‑cycle elections, calling for new rules to protect democratic integrity.  

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INEC Projections

INEC projects over 100 million registered voters and plans to deploy 1.4 million ad hoc staff for the 2027 polls.  

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 Economy & Business

Ports Deal Controversy

Former Education Minister Oby Ezekwesili demanded immediate termination of the £746m Apapa–Tin Can ports financing agreement with the UK, calling it “dodgy” and urging transparency. Civic group Budgit joined the call for review.   

Read More: Oby Ezekwesili Calls for Immediate Termination of £746m UK‑Nigeria Ports Financing Agreement


Cement Price Manipulation

The FCCPC revealed Nigerians are paying more for cement despite surplus production, citing possible industry‑wide price manipulation.   

Read More: FCCPC Probes Cement Industry Over Possible Price Manipulation as Prices Hit ₦15,000 Per Bag


FAAC Revenue Surge

FG, states, and LGAs shared ₦3.007 trillion in July, the highest monthly allocation under Tinubu’s administration, up from ₦2.5 trillion in June.   

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Capital Gains Tax Loopholes

PwC warned that Nigeria’s capital gains tax framework contains operational loopholes, complicating compliance for businesses.   

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Security & Crime

Fresh Attacks

 Over 58 lives lost in Sokoto, Benue, and Plateau due to renewed violence. Peter Obi urged urgent government action to end killings.   

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NDLEA Bust

NDLEA dismantled an international cocaine cartel in Lagos, arresting kingpin “KC Luxury” and seizing shipments.   

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Adamawa Attack

A police inspector and seven others were killed after a suspected Boko Haram assault in Adamawa. 

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Global & Other News

Markets

Brent crude remains steady at $82 per barrel, while Bitcoin trades near $63,000.   

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U.S. Lawmaker

A U.S. lawmaker opposed lifting Nigeria’s CPC (Country of Particular Concern) status, citing ongoing human rights concerns.   

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