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.
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Showunmi Slams NOM Leaders Over New Tax Law
PDP chieftain Otunba Segun Showunmi condemns NOM's opposition to Tinubu's tax reforms, calling for pragmatic solutions over alarmism. Read the full political analysis.
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.
Adeleke Hails Saraki as Lifelong Mentor at PDP Summit
Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke declares former Senate President Bukola Saraki his mentor for life at a PDP youth summit in Ilorin, highlighting Saraki's role in shaping his political journey.
PDP Awaits Supreme Court Judgment on Leadership
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) met with INEC to address its leadership crisis but will now await the Supreme Court's final judgment. Get the latest details on the Turaki-Wike feud and its impact on Nigeria's main opposition party.
Lagos Reintroduces Monthly Sanitation to Tackle Waste
Lagos State plans to bring back monthly environmental sanitation to address severe waste management challenges. The state generates up to 15,000 tonnes of waste daily but collects less than a third. Read the full plan.
ADC Suspends 15 Members for Anti-Party Activities
The ADC's NWC suspends 15 key figures for six months, citing anti-party collaboration and disruption. New appointments made as party moves to assert control. Read the full details.
Supreme Court fines INEC, bars interference in SDP affairs
SDP's Adewole Adebayo hails Supreme Court victory, warns INEC against meddling in party affairs. Court imposes ₦2M fine on electoral body. Read the full story.
Nigeria's 2026 Budget: N58.47tr Approved, Lower Exchange Rate Set
Nigeria's Federal Executive Council has approved a N58.47 trillion budget for 2026, targeting a lower exchange rate of N1,400/$. Get the full breakdown of allocations and fiscal strategy.
Trump Won't Rule Out Military Action in Venezuela
US President Donald Trump declines to rule out war with Venezuela, amid naval build-up and tanker seizures. Tensions rise over oil, China ties, and Maduro's regime. Read the full analysis.
Governor's Aide's Driver Assaults Councillor in Gombe
A driver to Gombe Governor's Chief of Staff caught on camera slapping a ward councillor. Public outrage grows as activists demand investigation. Full story.
House of Reps Rejects Criminalising Vote-Buying in Primaries
Nigerian lawmakers have voted against a proposal for a two-year jail term for inducing delegates during party primaries. Discover the details and approved tougher penalties for other electoral offences.
Ex-Aide: Buhari Supported Osinbajo Against Tinubu
Former aide Babafemi Ojudu clarifies that President Buhari repeatedly assured VP Osinbajo of his support during the 2022 APC primary contest. Get the full details of the private and public endorsements.
Obaseki: God Will Punish Selfish Politicians
Ex-Edo Governor Godwin Obaseki declares political power a divine trust for service, warning that leaders who enrich themselves will face God's punishment. Read his full statement.
Tinubu Confident on Passing State Police Law
President Bola Tinubu assures that state police will be established to boost security. He also mandates governors to enforce local government autonomy. Read the full story.
House of Reps Increases Campaign Spending Limits
Nigeria's House of Representatives has approved higher campaign spending limits for all elective offices, with the presidential ceiling doubled to N10 billion. Read the full details and implications for the 2027 elections.
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.
CSOs to Protest Cancelled Enugu Economic Summit
A coalition of civil society groups will hold a peaceful protest at the NJC in Abuja on February 26, 2026, over the court-ordered cancellation of the Enugu Economic Survival Summit in Lagos. They demand judicial clarity and redress.
Ajadi Storms Ibadan PDP, Unveils Omituntun 3.0 for 2027
PDP governorship aspirant Olufemi Ajadi Oguntoyinbo took his 2027 ambition to Ibadan North East, declaring himself the 'Omituntun 3.0' to succeed Governor Seyi Makinde. Read about his grassroots strategy.
Ngige storms APC meeting after Kuje prison release
Former Minister Chris Ngige makes a dramatic appearance at an APC caucus meeting in Abuja just hours after being granted bail from Kuje Correctional Centre on corruption charges. Details inside.
INEC Mediates PDP Crisis Between Wike, Makinde Camps
INEC intervenes in PDP's deepening crisis, holding talks with rival factions led by Wike and Makinde-backed groups. The meeting aims to resolve parallel leadership threatening the party's legal standing.
Rep Oke Tells States to Obey Supreme Court on LG Autonomy
Rep. Busayo Oke cautions state governments, including Osun, against undermining Supreme Court judgments on Local Government autonomy. Compliance is a constitutional duty, not an option. Read more.
Cleric: Government Actions Fueling Disunity in Nigeria
Anglican Bishop of Enugu, Samuel Ike, accuses government officials of fueling disunity through injustice. He cites insecurity, a poor economy, and calls for political settlement on Nnamdi Kanu. Read his full Christmas message.
U.S. Suspends Green Card Lottery After Shootings
President Trump suspends the Diversity Visa Lottery program following shootings at Brown University and MIT. Suspect entered U.S. via the program. Full details.
INEC Summons PDP Factions Over Leadership Dispute
Nigeria's electoral body, INEC, has summoned rival PDP factions to a closed-door meeting in Abuja to resolve a deepening leadership crisis. Details inside.
FCT Senator Ireti Kingibe Defects from Labour Party to ADC
Senator Ireti Heebah Kingibe has officially joined the African Democratic Congress (ADC), leaving the Labour Party. This move makes her the ADC's only serving Senator, reshaping opposition politics in Abuja. Read the full story.
Fintiri Presents N583bn 2026 Budget to Adamawa Assembly
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.
Tinubu Urged to Probe Ribadu, Kwara Gov Over Arms Claims
Political activist Timi Frank urges President Tinubu to investigate NSA Ribadu and Kwara Governor over alleged arming of non-state actors. A national security scandal unfolds.
Reps Raise Campaign Spending Limits for 2027 Polls
The House of Representatives has approved new, higher campaign spending limits for all elective offices ahead of the 2027 general elections. Find out the new ceilings for presidential, governorship, and other candidates.
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