Tinubu Vows to Hunt Down Terrorism Financiers
President Bola Tinubu pledges to target terrorism financiers and armed groups under a new national security doctrine. Read his full statement from the 2026 budget presentation.
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NASS Vows Strict Scrutiny of 2026 Budget Proposal
The National Assembly promises strict oversight of the 2026 budget, using lessons from 2025's challenges. Speaker Abbas calls for fiscal realism and a single budget framework. Read more.
Tinubu: Nigeria to end multiple budgeting by March 2026
President Bola Tinubu announces Nigeria will terminate its multiple budget practice by March 31, 2026, shifting to a single, transparent annual budget system to curb abandoned projects.
Tinubu Presents N58.18 Trillion 2026 Budget to NASS
President Bola Tinubu presents the 2026 'Budget of Consolidation' to the National Assembly, targeting N58.18 trillion in spending with priorities on security, human capital, and infrastructure. Read the full details.
Akpabio Calls for Stronger Police Protection for Lawmakers
Senate President Godswill Akpabio urges enhanced police security for National Assembly members, citing rising economic hardship and insecurity. Read his full address and analysis.
Tinubu: Nigeria to end multiple budgets by March 2026
President Bola Tinubu announces Nigeria will terminate its multiple budgeting practice by March 31, 2026, shifting to a single, revenue-driven annual budget to curb abandoned projects.
Tinubu Presents 2026 Budget to NASS
President Bola Tinubu presents the 2026 Appropriation Bill to a joint session of the National Assembly. Full details on the event, attendees, and security arrangements inside.
Tinubu Presents N54.4tr 2026 Budget at NASS
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.
Tinubu Seeks Extension of 2025 Budget to March 2026
President Bola Tinubu requests National Assembly approval to extend the 2025 budget to March 2026, aiming for full 30% capital release to MDAs. Read the details of the fiscal reforms.
Zamfara Lawmaker Attacked, Kwara Assembly Suspends Member
Angry mob assaults Zamfara lawmaker Kabiru Mika’ilu Dangulbi for alleged neglect. Separately, Kwara Assembly suspends Saba Yisa Gideon for 3 months over recording breach. Get the full details.
PDP Seeks Probe of Alleged Fraudulent Tax Law Changes
The PDP calls for an urgent investigation into alleged unauthorized changes to Nigeria's Tax Act, warning it threatens legislative integrity. The party demands a 6-month delay in the law's implementation.
Fakuyi: First Lady Key to 144 Women Seats in 2027
APC senatorial aspirant Kayode Fakuyi urges First Lady Oluremi Tinubu to lead the push for 144 reserved seats for women in the National Assembly by 2027. Strategic planning is vital to avoid past failures.
Reps Probe Alleged Alterations to Passed Tax Laws
The House of Representatives has launched an investigation into claims that recently passed tax laws were altered after approval. A seven-member committee will examine the discrepancies.
Tinubu Presents 2026 Budget to National Assembly
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.
Tinubu Presents 2026 Budget to NASS on Friday
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.
Tinubu Presents 2026 Budget to National Assembly Friday
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 Parliament Votes on Major Constitutional Reforms
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.
Tax Reforms, Revenue Crisis Threaten Nigeria's 2026 Fiscal Plan
President Tinubu's N43.56tr spending plan and 2026 budget face hurdles amid legislative disagreements over oil benchmarks and mounting opposition to new tax reforms. Will Nigeria miss another budget?
Tinubu Presents 2026 Budget to National Assembly Friday
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.
Reps Raise Alarm Over Altered Gazetted Tax Law
A lawmaker alleges discrepancies between the passed and gazetted tax bills, calling it a constitutional breach. The Speaker pledges to investigate.
Tinubu Proposes N43.56trn Bill to End Multiple Budgets
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.
Rep Alleges Gazetted Tax Laws Differ from NASS Approved Versions
A House of Reps member raises alarm over discrepancies between tax laws passed by NASS and the gazetted versions. Speaker Abbas promises investigation. Read the full story.
Lawmaker: Gazetted Tax Laws Not What We Passed
Rep Abdussamad Dasuki raises alarm over discrepancies between tax laws signed by President Tinubu and versions approved by the National Assembly. He calls for urgent scrutiny.
Senate Okays MTEF, Paves Way for ₦54.4tr 2026 Budget
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.
France Adopts Budget, Suspends Pension Reform
French parliament approves social security budget, suspending the unpopular pension age hike. Prime Minister Lecornu races to finalise the 2026 spending plan. Read the full details.
APC Leader Pushes for Reserved Legislative Seats for Women
APC's Hajia Zainab Abubakar Ibrahim urges swift constitutional amendment to reserve seats for women in the National Assembly, citing urgent need for gender equity in Nigerian politics.
Human Rights Expert: Defections Threaten Nigeria's Democracy
A human rights expert warns that defections to the APC are pushing Nigeria towards a dangerous one-party rule, citing global examples. Learn the risks and the call to action.
NASS Steps into Dangote, NMDPRA Face-Off
The House of Representatives committee has summoned Aliko Dangote and NMDPRA leaders to halt public feuding and resolve sector tensions. Read the full details.
MTEF 2026-2028 Signals Fiscal Realism, CPPE Says
The CPPE hails Nigeria's new MTEF-FSP for budget credibility but experts warn late approval undermines scrutiny. Key figures: $64.85 oil benchmark, N1,512/$ exchange rate. Read the full analysis.
Constitutional Amendment Seeks 182 New Seats for Women
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.
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