Lagos Budget 10 Times Bigger Than Ekiti's in 2026
Nigerians react as 2026 state budget breakdown reveals Lagos's N4.24 trillion budget overshadows Ekiti's N415.57 billion. Citizens question transparency and impact on lives.
Nigerians react as 2026 state budget breakdown reveals Lagos's N4.24 trillion budget overshadows Ekiti's N415.57 billion. Citizens question transparency and impact on lives.
Federal Government allocates N87.3bn to Aviation Ministry and four agencies in 2026 Appropriation Bill. FAAN, NCAA excluded as revenue-generating bodies. Three major projects get N10bn funding.
President Tinubu and VP Shettima's 2026 budget allocates N12.2bn for trips. Details reveal N7bn for Tinubu's travel, N1.7bn for Shettima, and N43bn for State House. Read the full breakdown.
Nigeria's aviation regulator, the NCAA, announces plans for stricter penalties against domestic airlines due to persistent flight delays and poor communication, citing 756 delays in Q3 2025. Learn about the new enforcement framework.
Lagos State Assembly passes a ₦4.4 trillion budget for 2026, focusing on infrastructure and economic growth. Details on allocations and fiscal projections inside.
The NCAA warns domestic airlines of stiffer penalties for persistent flight delays and cancellations. Actress Bolaji Ogunmola shares ordeal of being stranded for 24 hours, missing film shoot.
Nigeria's aviation regulator warns of tougher penalties for domestic airlines causing chronic flight disruptions. Learn about the new enforcement measures and passenger rights.
The Federal Government has nullified the sale of FAAN staff quarters nationwide. Minister Festus Keyamo announced the decision, citing security concerns in sensitive airport zones. Read the full details.
Nigeria's domestic aviation crisis deepens as passenger numbers fall to 12.54 million, a 13.6% decline since 2022. Air Peace, Max Air face trouble while international travel grows. Experts warn of fare hikes and service failures.
Governor Umo Eno has signed the 2026 budget of N1.584 trillion for Akwa Ibom State, focusing on capital projects. He warned against excuses, urging total commitment from officials.
Ondo State Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa commits to full, accountable execution of the 2026 budget to drive development. Read about key projects and his charge to public servants.
Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf has signed Kano's N1.47 trillion 2026 Appropriation Bill, the first trillion-naira budget in Northern Nigeria. The budget focuses on infrastructure and inclusive growth.
Nigerian centre James Nnaji, a 2023 NBA Draft pick, played his first US college game for Baylor, sparking debate over mid-season pro signings. Read the full story.
NCAA's Michael Achimugu recounts a hospital cashier sleeping on duty as his daughter needed emergency care. He calls for a overhaul of Nigeria's night shift work culture. Read his full story.
Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun has signed the ₦1.669 trillion 2026 Appropriation Bill, a 58% increase from 2025. The 'Budget of Sustainable Legacy' aims to boost revenue and development. Read more.
Imo State Governor Hope Uzodimma has signed the 2026 appropriation bill of over N1.4 trillion into law, promising clinical implementation. He also directed payment of a 13th-month bonus to civil servants. Read more.
Kano State Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf has signed a record N1.477 trillion 2026 budget into law. The 'Budget of Infrastructure and Consolidation' focuses on education, health, and capital projects. Read details.
Ten Nigerian states plan to raise N4.287 trillion from loans and grants for their 2026 budgets, totaling N14.174tn. Experts warn of fiscal risks and weak revenue management.
ActionAid Nigeria warns that the 2026 budget's financing and deficits threaten Nigeria's economy. The NGO calls for transparency and human development focus. Read more.
ActionAid Nigeria warns the proposed N58.18 trillion 2026 budget threatens fiscal sustainability with a record deficit and weak social sector funding. Urgent reforms needed.
Governor Babagana Zulum presents a N890.33bn budget for Borno's 2026 fiscal year, with education receiving the highest sectoral allocation of N135bn for rebuilding and growth.
Air Peace refutes claims it abandoned passengers in Barbados. The NCAA is investigating as the airline insists it followed protocol and offered refunds. Read the full details.
Tax chief Taiwo Oyedele and the NCAA have dismissed Allen Onyema's warnings that new tax laws will cripple aviation, insisting reforms will cut airline costs. Read the full details.
Governor Abdullahi Sule signs Nasarawa's N545.2bn 2026 budget, while Kano Assembly passes a historic N1.47trn spending plan. Details on allocations and legislative actions inside.
Ondo State Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa has signed the N524.4 billion 2026 Appropriation Bill into law. The budget prioritizes infrastructure, health, and education. Read more on the state's economic blueprint.
President Tinubu's N58.18 trillion 2026 budget promises to end the cycle of poor implementation and rollovers that plagued 2024 and 2025. Will stricter discipline and digital reforms deliver?
The NCAA clarifies the surge in December airfares, blaming market forces and high demand, not government taxes. Read the full explanation and industry reactions here.
The NCAA sanctioned seven airlines, including Qatar Airways and Air Peace, for passenger rights violations in 2025. Discover the full list of fines and the regulator's warning for 2026.
Air Peace CEO Allen Onyema warns that new tax provisions could push domestic flight fares beyond ₦1 million, threatening airline collapse. He calls for urgent government intervention.
Concerns grow as Nigerian state assemblies rapidly pass N34.63 trillion budgets with minimal scrutiny, eroding legislative checks and balances. Read the full analysis.