Experts at the AFEA 2026 conference in Abuja urged African governments to implement strong public policies and manage debt efficiently to foster good governance and human capital development.
First Daily will host a high-level National Dialogue on Security on July 28, 2026, in Abuja, focusing on Nigeria's insecurity crisis with top officials and political leaders.
The Nigerian presidency has dismissed Peter Obi's allegations that the Tinubu government is targeting him, calling the claims unfounded and a fabricated narrative.
The 10th House of Representatives has processed over 2,700 bills and pursued ambitious reforms, but faces controversies over defections, transparency, and executive independence.
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Government Ekpemupolo, alias Tompolo, calls on Nigerians to support President Tinubu's re-election to solidify ongoing economic reforms showing positive results.
The Nigerian Senate passed a bill for second reading to strengthen the legal framework against counterfeit medical products, fake drugs, and unwholesome processed foods, with penalties including 15 years imprisonment.
The PBAT Door-to-Door Movement, a grassroots campaign supporting President Tinubu's 2027 re-election, inaugurated its national executives at Transcorp Hilton Abuja, with key political figures and traditional rulers in attendance.
The Senate approved the Nigeria Customs Service's 2026 budget, endorsing an N11.074 trillion revenue target and N1.295 trillion expenditure, after the agency exceeded its 2025 target by generating N7.2 trillion.
Troops of Operation HADIN KAI rescued two abducted persons in Askira/Uba, Borno, while six ISWAP fighters and their families surrendered in Gwoza, the Nigerian military said.
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New funding mechanisms like Levers for Change and PRO have awarded millions to global organizations, but no Nigerian CSOs received grants, raising concerns about localization post-USAID.
A Federal Capital Territory High Court has ordered the remand of former CCT Chairman Danladi Umar after he pleaded not guilty to a four-count corruption charge involving N13.93 million.
Lagos Special Offences Court admits former CBN Governor Godwin Emefiele's extra-judicial statements as evidence in his trial for alleged abuse of office, adjourning to October 6.
Nigeria's House of Representatives condemned xenophobic attacks in South Africa, rejecting a proposal to sever diplomatic ties, urging intensified diplomatic pressure.
Amid controversy over First Lady Oluremi Tinubu's suggestion that petty traders sell akara, observers urge her not to be discouraged, noting the need for authenticity in today's Nigeria.
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The EFCC arraigned former CCT chairman Danladi Umar for allegedly receiving N15.5 million in gratifications via his wife and children. He pleaded not guilty and was remanded.
President Bola Tinubu has transmitted a bill to the Senate to repeal the Administration of Criminal Justice Act 2015 and re-enact it as the ACJA 2026, aiming to address legal and procedural challenges.
Governor Uba Sani vows to deepen reforms for fiscal resilience and service delivery, citing IGR growth, healthcare upgrades, and education gains in Kaduna State.
NBA President Afam Osigwe denies backing any candidate or interfering in the upcoming election, citing the constitution's guarantee of ECNBA independence.
Security groups in Nigeria's South-west welcome the National Assembly's passage of a bill establishing state police, emphasizing local policing and collaboration with community organizations.
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Asiya El-Rufai warns that arresting her husband's doctor over medical access could intimidate physicians and accelerate Nigeria's brain drain of healthcare workers.
Governor Dapo Abiodun expresses confidence that all 36 State Houses of Assembly will simultaneously approve the constitutional amendment for state police, calling it a landmark step for Nigeria's security.
Nigeria's Nutrition 774 Initiative shifts from donor aid to domestic finance, highlighting that challenges like malnutrition and insecurity are coordination problems requiring cross-sector collaboration.
Ugep traditional rulers filed a suit against Cross River State Government, challenging the 45-40-15 land allocation formula for a proposed buffer zone between Ugep and Idomi communities.
The Nigerian Senate approved N403.1 billion for the Nigeria Police Trust Fund's 2025 and 2026 budgets, allocating N170.10 billion and N233.96 billion respectively to enhance police operational capacity.
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The Senate passed the Legal Practitioners Act Repeal and Re-enactment Bill 2026 and the Proceeds of Crime Recovery and Management Amendment Bill 2026 on Thursday.
Nigeria received the UNODC–World Bank–Egmont Group StAR Initiative Award at the 32nd Egmont Group Plenary in Baku, Azerbaijan, for outstanding collaboration between NFIU and EFCC in combating money laundering and asset recovery.
Deputy Speaker Benjamin Kalu calls on Nigerian journalists to balance criticism with reporting on progress and opportunities, urging a fuller national narrative.
A viral X post claiming Nigeria has $500 billion debt and UAE is worth $700 billion is mostly false; actual figures show Nigeria's debt at $110.97 billion and UAE's net wealth at $3.12 trillion.
For the second time in a week, the Federal High Court in Abuja postponed judgement on the permanent forfeiture of 57 properties linked to ex-AGF Abubakar Malami, now set for July 15.
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PDP boycotts Edo local government election scheduled for Saturday, citing constitutional violations and illegality; EDSIEC clears 12 parties for the poll.
