Audit Bill Stalled in Senate Since 2023, Risks Public Funds
AdvoKC Foundation warns Nigeria's Senate delay on the Audit Service Bill, 2023, weakens financial oversight, enabling theft. Urges immediate passage to protect public money.
AdvoKC Foundation warns Nigeria's Senate delay on the Audit Service Bill, 2023, weakens financial oversight, enabling theft. Urges immediate passage to protect public money.
ICSAN President Uto Ukpanah reveals the Chartered Governance Institute of Nigeria Bill will reposition the institute and expand members' roles in governance, compliance, and risk oversight. Learn about the progress.
President Bola Tinubu presents the N54.4 trillion 2026 budget to lawmakers. He also seeks to repeal the 2024 budget to fix overlaps. Read full details on the fiscal plans.
President Bola Tinubu will present the 2026 Appropriation Bill to a joint session of the National Assembly on Friday, December 19, 2025. Get the full details on the schedule and security arrangements for the key fiscal event.
President Bola Tinubu will present the 2026 Appropriation Bill to a joint session of the National Assembly on Friday, December 19, 2025. Read details on security protocols and the event's significance for Nigeria's fiscal calendar.
Nigeria's House of Representatives votes today on landmark constitutional reforms including state police and gender inclusion. The outcome will shape the nation's democracy amid deep political divisions.
President Bola Tinubu will present the 2026 Appropriation Bill to a joint session of the National Assembly this Friday. Get the full details on the schedule and security protocols for the key fiscal event.
Nigeria's Senate passes the Federal Audit Service Bill 2025 and the Institute of Economists Bill, aiming to overhaul colonial-era laws and boost financial accountability. Awaiting presidential assent.
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.
Delta State Governor Sheriff Oborevwori has signed the N1.729 trillion 2026 budget, a 70% increase focused on capital projects. He also enacted laws on social investment, education, and security.
Governor Monday Okpebholo presents a ₦939.85 billion 2026 Appropriation Bill focused on security, infrastructure, and job creation. See the full breakdown of Edo State's 'Budget of Hope and Growth'.
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.
FAAC reports a sharp N427.969bn drop in November revenue, sharing N1.93 trillion among FG, states, and LGs. Key taxes see substantial declines. Read the full breakdown.
Nigeria's National Assembly debates a landmark bill to create 182 reserved legislative seats for women, aiming to tackle the nation's severe gender imbalance in politics. Read the details and the Senate's counter-proposal.
Women leaders and officials in Kaduna urge lawmakers to pass the Reserved Seats for Women Bill for political inclusion. The call highlights the need for action beyond rhetoric.
Women leaders and stakeholders intensify pressure on Nigeria's National Assembly to pass the Special Seats Bill, warning of democratic stagnation without enhanced female representation. Vote imminent.
Rivers State House of Assembly reaffirms use of quarters auditorium as chamber amid mass defection to APC. Governor Fubara plans budget presentation in new complex. Full story inside.
Senator Ned Nwoko addresses a viral video accusing him of plotting against Regina Daniels. He calls for social media regulation and support for his bill. Read full details.
The Awari Restaurant Week Awards 2025 recognized culinary excellence in Lagos and Abuja. Discover the winners and the event's impact on Nigeria's food scene.
A Nigerian doctor expressed shock after calculating his 2026 tax deduction under the new law. He claims the 'Tinubu tax' will unite all tribes, sparking widespread online reactions.
The Nigerian Senate has advanced a bill to create a National Social Welfare Service, aiming to coordinate poverty alleviation programmes. The data-driven agency would manage cash transfers, food aid, and stipends. Read more on this crucial legislative ste
The Federal Government has announced major fiscal reforms, cutting corporate income tax to 25% and offering N3.4 trillion in VAT relief to stimulate investment and support the private sector. Read more.
Nigerian aviation experts warn new tax reforms from January 2026 could slash sector GDP by 20% and cut 30% of jobs. Learn the risks and calls for government intervention.
Bill Gates warns that cuts in international aid by Western nations are causing a tragic increase in child deaths worldwide. Read the full report and its implications for global health.
Bill Gates warns of a 'significant reversal' in child deaths as global funding collapses. Over 200,000 more children could die this year. Governments must act now to save lives.
Nigeria's Senate considers a bill to establish a single toll-free emergency number, '112', to replace the current confusing system. The move aims to leverage high mobile penetration for faster response. Read more.
Nigeria's Senate passes the NETS Bill 2025 for a unified emergency number. Major committee reshuffles also announced to bolster national security oversight. Read the full details.
The Nigerian Senate is considering a bill to create a single, toll-free emergency number. This unified system aims to replace scattered helplines, improving response times for police, fire, and medical services nationwide.
The proposed Lagos State 2025 Tenancy Bill introduces strict penalties, including fines up to N1,000,000 and imprisonment, to curb exploitative housing practices. Learn the key offences for landlords, agents, and tenants.
Lagos State's 2026 Appropriation Bill, tagged 'Budget of Shared Prosperity', passes second reading. Lawmakers debate priorities from security to education as bill heads for committee review. Read the details.