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.
The Senate has confirmed new heads for Nigeria's oil regulatory bodies following the resignations of Farouk Ahmed and Gbenga Komolafe amid serious corruption allegations from Aliko Dangote. Read the full details of the scandal and swift political response
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.
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.
Prince Odi Okojie, husband to Nollywood star Mercy Johnson, has finally addressed cheating rumours with a new video. Get the full story on their united front.
Northern Christian Youth Coalition urges President Tinubu to sack Defence Minister Bello Matawalle over grave security allegations. They demand accountability and consistent application of the rule of law.
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.
The Nigerian Bar Association insists on a full investigation into Aliko Dangote's corruption allegations against Farouk Ahmed, warning that resignation must not end the matter. Read the full story.
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 Tinubu held a private meeting with NMDPRA CEO Farouk Ahmed following explosive allegations by Aliko Dangote of corruption and economic sabotage in Nigeria's oil sector.
Families torn apart by Northwest banditry demand President Tinubu investigate ex-governors named by Bello Turji. They seek justice and an end to impunity. Read their urgent plea.
The House of Representatives committee has denied allegations of extorting JAMB, revealing it refunded N62.7 million twice. Get the full details on the oversight controversy and the cleared air.
NMDPRA boss Engr Farouk Ahmed denies authorising a viral defence against corruption claims. He opts for institutional probe over public brickbat as ICPC reviews Dangote's petition.
Nigeria's ICPC confirms it will investigate NMDPRA CEO Farouk Ahmed over Aliko Dangote's petition alleging $7M in school fees. The House of Representatives also launches a parallel probe.
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.
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.
Civil society groups demand President Tinubu act swiftly to remove NMDPRA CEO Farouk Ahmed following Aliko Dangote's corruption allegations involving millions in school fees. Full story.
A coalition of 40 lawyers has condemned baseless corruption allegations against NMDPRA CEO Engr. Farouk Ahmed, warning against media trials that undermine Nigeria's oil sector. Read their full defence.
Aliko Dangote petitions ICPC, alleging NMDPRA MD Farouk Ahmed misused public funds for children's Swiss tuition. Lawyers group condemns 'media trial'. Full story.
The Democracy Watch Initiative urges an independent investigation into allegations linking Defence Minister Bello Matawalle to bandit groups. The group stresses transparency and urgency to protect national security and public trust.
Nigerian students and civil society groups call for collaboration between Aliko Dangote and NMDPRA's Farouk Ahmed, warning against media wars that threaten national stability. Read their full statement.
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'.
A coalition of 40 Nigerian lawyers has dismissed Aliko Dangote's corruption claims against NMDPRA's Farouk Ahmed as unfounded, warning against media trials. Read their full statement.