APC Chieftain Charles Idahosa Dies at 72
Edo State mourns as outspoken APC chieftain Charles Idahosa, known as Charlie Tempo, passes away at 72. His death follows that of a former Delta senator, marking a sad week for the South-South region.
Edo State mourns as outspoken APC chieftain Charles Idahosa, known as Charlie Tempo, passes away at 72. His death follows that of a former Delta senator, marking a sad week for the South-South region.
Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan says Nigerians care about outcomes, not record numbers, as Tinubu presents historic ₦58.18 trillion 2026 budget. Will it translate to better lives?
President Tinubu moves to slash 2025 budget by over N6 trillion, presents N58.18 trillion 2026 estimates, and declares armed non-state actors as terrorists. Details on fiscal reforms and security measures.
The Peoples Democratic Party has strongly criticised President Bola Tinubu's ₦58.18 trillion 2026 budget, labelling it a plan that deepens hardship for ordinary Nigerians. Read the full analysis.
President Bola Tinubu announces a sweeping national security revamp, allocating N5.41 trillion to defence. He declares all armed non-state actors as terrorists amid rising violence.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Osinakachukwu Onu was fatally shot during a traffic stop in Klerksdorp. Four officers face murder charges. Read the full details of this tragic incident and the swift police response.
Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri presents a N583.3 billion 2026 budget focused on capital projects and social programmes. Read the full breakdown of allocations for Adamawa State.
Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri presents a N583.33bn budget for Adamawa State in 2026, focusing on infrastructure, poverty alleviation, and economic renewal. Read the full details.
Governor Ahmadu Fintiri presents a N583.33 billion budget for 2026 to the Adamawa State House of Assembly, focusing on infrastructure, social services, and economic renewal. Read the full details.
Spain's defence ministry has placed its largest-ever helicopter order, purchasing 100 units from Airbus to modernise its military capabilities. Discover the strategic details.
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.
Four South African traffic police officers have been arrested for the murder of 37-year-old Nigerian Osinakachukwu Marcus Onu. The suspects will face court on murder charges. Read the full details.
UNCTAD projects global trade will exceed $35 trillion in 2025, driven by emerging markets. However, growth is expected to slow in 2026. Read the full analysis.
Delta State Governor Sheriff Oborevwori has signed the N1.729 trillion 2026 budget into law, a 70% increase from 2025. The budget focuses on capital projects and is tagged 'Budget of Accelerating the MORE Agenda'. Read more.
Angry residents in eThekwini, KZN, beat a man to a pulp for allegedly assaulting his girlfriend's 5-year-old daughter. The suspect was later handed to Verulam SAPS. Read the full report.
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.
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'.
Labour Party warns Governor Dapo Abiodun against borrowing to fund Ogun's 2026 budget, threatens court action. Details on the N518.9bn debt plan and political showdown.
Zamfara APC accuses Governor Dauda Lawal of unconstitutional budget presentation, urges Federal Government to suspend allocations. Party cites flaws in N861bn proposal.
Kano State government defends its 2025 budget, claiming it outperformed Ganduje's administration. Commissioner Shanono presents comparative figures on education and tech spending. Read the full details.
Gunmen stormed an illegal bar in a Pretoria hostel, killing 12 people, including three children. Police link the tragedy to unlicensed liquor outlets.
Military analyst Deji Adesogan explains how General Christopher Musa's role as Defence Minister grants him the authority to fix Nigeria's broken security system, unlike his previous position as CDS. Read the full analysis.
The true cause of former Defence Minister Badaru Abubakar's resignation was a prolonged, hidden conflict with Minister of State Bello Matawalle, undermining ministry operations amid a security crisis. Discover the full story.
Mountain of Fire and Miracles Ministries concludes a powerful two-day crusade in Yenagoa, focusing on faith for 'hard things' and officially launching three new South-South regions. Read the full report.
Governor Monday Okpebholo assures investors of a safe, secure, and enabling environment in Edo State during a meeting with the South-South business coalition. Read more.