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UK Labour's 2025 Budget Tests Credibility

Britain's Labour government unveils its annual budget with expected tax rises to curb debt, facing political and economic challenges. Read more for full analysis.

Belgium's 3-Day National Strike Over Austerity

Belgium faces major disruptions as unions launch a three-day national strike protesting government spending cuts and labour reforms. Schools, transport, and airports will be severely affected.

Army: Self-Defense Fuels Plateau Violence Crisis

Nigerian Army identifies self-defense as major factor worsening Plateau crisis. Major General Etsy-Ndagi calls for disarmament and peace between farming and herding communities.

US Lawmaker Seeks Pardon for Nigerian Farmer

US Representative Riley Moore urges Nigeria to pardon Sunday Jackson, sentenced to death for killing a Fulani militant in self-defense. Read about the international outcry.

VDM: Christianity Not Just Peaceful Religion

Social media critic Verydarkman sparks debate by claiming Christianity is not solely a religion of peace, urging Nigerian Christians to prepare for self-defense amid rising attacks. Read full analysis.

Nasarawa Passes ₦92.2bn Supplementary Budget

Nasarawa State House of Assembly passes ₦92.2bn supplementary budget for 2025 to address emerging state needs. Bill sent to committee for final review. Read the latest updates.

Nigeria's N777 Billion Arms Import Bill Revealed

National Bureau of Statistics data shows Nigeria spent N776.9 billion on arms imports from 2020-2025, with 2024 recording the highest expenditure at N520 billion amid rising insecurity.

Lagos Assembly Rejects Sanwo-Olu's Nominee for LASPPA

Lagos State House of Assembly rejects Adebisi Adelabu as LASPPA GM over procedural breach, confirms two other nominees. Governor Sanwo-Olu submits ₦4.237 trillion 2026 budget request. Read details.

Sanwo-Olu Proposes ₦4.2tr 2026 Lagos Budget

Lagos Governor Sanwo-Olu seeks assembly approval for ₦4.237 trillion 2026 budget. Assembly rejects LASPAA nominee, confirms others. Lekki-Ajah road works postponed.

Ondo Governor Presents N492.8bn 2026 Budget

Ondo State Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa presents a N492.8 billion budget for 2026, focusing on economic gains and key sector reforms. Read the full details and analysis.

Canada Government Fate Hangs on Budget Vote

Canadian PM Mark Carney's Liberal government faces potential collapse as parliament votes on crucial budget to counter Trump tariffs. Will the government survive? Read more.

Osun Passes N705bn 2026 Budget for Second Reading

Osun State Assembly approves N705 billion 2026 appropriation bill for second reading. Governor Adeleke's 'Budget of Economic Transformation' focuses on infrastructure and citizen welfare.

Budget Coffee Chain LAP Sparks Berlin Backlash

German coffee startup LAP faces protests in Berlin over €2.50 cappuccinos and gentrification concerns. Discover how this budget chain is changing the city's cafe culture.

Ondo Speaker Accuses Rival Lawmakers of Blackmail

Ondo Assembly Speaker Olamide Oladiji dismisses impeachment plot by 12 lawmakers, as 14 others pass a vote of confidence. The crisis stems from a N531 billion supplementary budget dispute.

US Airspace Recovers After Budget Shutdown Ends

US air travel shows significant recovery after month-long government shutdown. Transportation Secretary confirms improved operations as flight cancellations drop to 2%. Read latest aviation updates.

Boeing Strike Ends: Workers Accept New Contract

Boeing defense workers in the US have ended a three-month strike, securing a major wage increase. Discover the details of the new agreement and what it means for the aviation industry.

Senate okays N1.15trn loan for 2025 budget deficit

The Nigerian Senate has approved President Tinubu's request to borrow N1.15 trillion from the domestic debt market to fund the increased 2025 budget deficit. Read the full details and implications.

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