FG Cancels N5.57 Trillion, $1.42 Billion NNPC Debt
President Tinubu approves massive debt write-off for NNPC after reconciliation, aiming for a clean financial slate. Discover the details and ongoing revenue challenges.
President Tinubu approves massive debt write-off for NNPC after reconciliation, aiming for a clean financial slate. Discover the details and ongoing revenue challenges.
Former Labour Minister Chris Ngige pleads not guilty to N2.2bn fraud charges. He insists his three-decade public service record is unblemished. Read the full details of the EFCC case and his defence.
Nigeria's Federal Executive Council has approved a N58.47 trillion budget for 2026, targeting a lower exchange rate of N1,400/$. Get the full breakdown of allocations and fiscal strategy.
President Bola Tinubu presents the 2026 Appropriation Bill of N54.46 trillion to the National Assembly under heavy security. Read the full details of the budget presentation and its implications.
The House of Representatives initiates a major investigation into Nigeria's bilateral treaties and foreign-funded contracts, citing sovereignty and debt risks. Learn about the probe's scope and implications.
President Tinubu transmits a N43.56 trillion appropriation bill to unify 2024-2025 spending, aiming to stop overlapping budgets and boost capital project performance. Urges swift legislative approval.
Sujimoto Group proposes a N20 trillion fortified border and agricultural development initiative to combat terrorism and banditry. The plan integrates security with economic growth. Read more.
Nigeria's electricity supply plummets due to gas constraints and a massive N6 trillion debt owed to power generation companies. Find out why the grid remains unstable.
The Nigerian Senate has approved the 2026-2028 MTEF, enabling President Tinubu to present a historic ₦54.4 trillion budget. Key fiscal parameters set the stage for the national spending plan. Read the full details.
The House of Reps Public Accounts Committee has ordered the CBN to reconcile N5.2 trillion in unremitted operating surplus by January 19, 2026. Get the full details on the fiscal accountability probe.
A French court has ordered Paris Saint-Germain to pay Kylian Mbappe €60 million in unpaid wages and bonuses. Get all the details on the landmark ruling.
Paris Saint-Germain must pay Kylian Mbappé €61 million after a Paris labour court ruled in the footballer's favour in a dispute over unpaid salary and bonuses. Get the full details.
The Federation Account Allocation Committee (FAAC) distributed N1.928 trillion for November 2025, a significant drop from October. See the full breakdown for FG, states, and LGs.
Lagos traffic costs the economy N3.8 trillion yearly. As Yuletide approaches, experts push for tech-driven solutions like e-Call-Up systems and mass transit to salvage the situation. Read more.
Delta State House of Assembly passes a N1.73 trillion budget for 2026, raising the governor's proposal by N65.6 billion. Read details on the budget breakdown and legislative process.
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) threatens to join ongoing protests by unpaid local contractors and pensioners. The party condemns the APC-led Federal Government's staggering debts, calling it insensitive governance.
Minister Bagudu says Nigeria can hit a $1 trillion economy by 2030, but only if its booming youth population is equipped with critical skills. He warns the opportunity is time-sensitive.
Galatasaray still owes Napoli €17.5 million for Victor Osimhen's €75m transfer. Details of the payment plan and the striker's form after his permanent move revealed.
Rep. Ikenga Ugochinyere calls for the dismissal of Finance Minister Wale Edun and FIRS Chairman Zacch Adedeji over N4 trillion unpaid contracts, accusing them of sabotaging Tinubu's agenda. Contractors protest non-payment.
The Federal Government has set a December 20 deadline to settle all outstanding payments owed to road contractors, following protests over N4 trillion in delayed project financing. Minister David Umahi announced the presidential directive.
Digital Realty CEO Ikechukwu Nnamani says Nigeria requires 72 edge data centres to power a $1 trillion economy by 2030. He highlights a severe infrastructure gap and lack of AI-ready facilities.
The European Union has struck a landmark deal to end all imports of Russian gas by 2027. Get the full timeline and details on this major energy shift.
CBN Governor Yemi Cardoso confirms 16 banks have met new capital thresholds. With the March 2026 deadline approaching, the recapitalisation drive aims to strengthen lenders for Nigeria's $1 trillion economy goal.
Indigenous contractors protest at Nigeria's Finance Ministry over ₦500 billion unpaid debts, accusing the government of reneging on promises. They demand payment to save jobs and businesses.
Audit report reveals National Assembly Service Commission inflated contracts by N6.93bn without due process. Chairman ordered to account for funds or face sanctions. Read full details.
VP Shettima declares Tinubu's N3.5tn education budget signals renewed commitment to national development through knowledge and innovation at UNIMAID's 50th anniversary.
Federal Government terminates three road contracts in Kogi State due to contractor non-performance. Projects to be re-awarded as part of infrastructure development under Renewed Hope Agenda.
Nigeria's 36 states and FCT plan a subnational investment summit to attract foreign investors, critical for achieving the $1 trillion economy target by 2030. Read more.
Security guards paralyze services at Abuja hospitals over 4 months unpaid salaries. Patients stranded as entrances blocked. FCT Administration urged to intervene immediately.
Housing Minister Dangiwa reveals land titling as Nigeria's surest path to $1 trillion economy. Learn how the Land4Growth program will unlock $300bn in dead capital.