Category : Presidential Affairs


Senate Passes N68.3 Trillion 2026 Budget with Key Allocations

The Nigerian Senate has passed the 2026 Appropriation Bill totaling N68.32 trillion, a significant increase from the initial N58.47 trillion proposal. The budget includes substantial allocations for capital expenditure, infrastructure projects, and judici

Tinubu Seeks $6bn Loan Approval from National Assembly

President Bola Tinubu has formally requested the National Assembly's approval for external loans totaling $6 billion. The request was detailed in two letters read during plenary, though specific terms remain undisclosed.

Senate Reviews Tinubu's $6bn Loan and $1bn Port Plan

The Nigerian Senate has received President Bola Tinubu's requests for a $6 billion external financing program and a $1 billion loan to rehabilitate Lagos ports, aiming to boost infrastructure and liquidity amid debt concerns.

Tinubu Requests Senate Approval for $6 Billion Loan

President Bola Tinubu has formally requested the National Assembly to approve $6 billion in external loans, including a $5 billion facility from First Abu Dhabi Bank and a $1 billion UK export finance loan via Citibank.

Kwankwaso's ADC Move: 3 Critical Political Risks Analyzed

Senator Rabiu Kwankwaso's defection to the African Democratic Congress presents significant challenges including loss of control, internal power struggles, and potential erosion of his Northern support base ahead of 2027 elections.

Zulum Dissolves Borno Cabinet for 2027 Elections

Governor Babagana Zulum has dissolved Borno's 22-member State Executive Council to allow ex-commissioners to contest in upcoming elections, with handovers to Permanent Secretaries by April 3, 2026.

Ararume Credits Tinubu for APC Convention Success

Senator Ifeanyi Ararume praises President Bola Tinubu's firm and untiring leadership style as key to the APC's national convention, which re-elected Professor Netanwe Yilwatda as National Chairman.

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