Ademola Family Issues Statement on Actress Allwell's Death
The family of late Nollywood actress Allwell Ademola confirms her death at 49, shares details of her royal lineage, and thanks fans for support. Burial arrangements are pending.
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Lizzy Gold's Father Dies, Nollywood in Double Mourning
Nollywood actress Lizzy Gold Onuwaje announces her father's death, describing him as her 'gist partner.' The sad news follows the trending death of colleague Allwell Ademola, plunging fans into grief.
3 Nigerian Pastors Die in 2025, Leaving Congregations Grieving
The Nigerian faith community is in mourning following the passing of three prominent pastors in 2025. Their deaths have left a profound void. Read more about their impact and the legacy they leave behind.
Tinubu Vows to Hunt Down Terrorism Financiers
President Bola Tinubu pledges to target terrorism financiers and armed groups under a new national security doctrine. Read his full statement from the 2026 budget presentation.
Zamfara Lawmaker Attacked, Kwara Assembly Suspends Member
Angry mob assaults Zamfara lawmaker Kabiru Mika’ilu Dangulbi for alleged neglect. Separately, Kwara Assembly suspends Saba Yisa Gideon for 3 months over recording breach. Get the full details.
Reps Probe Alleged Alterations to Passed Tax Laws
The House of Representatives has launched an investigation into claims that recently passed tax laws were altered after approval. A seven-member committee will examine the discrepancies.
Tinubu Presents 2026 Budget to National Assembly
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.
Tinubu Presents 2026 Budget to NASS on Friday
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.
Tinubu Presents 2026 Budget to National Assembly Friday
President Bola Tinubu will present the 2026 Appropriation Bill to a joint session of the National Assembly on Friday, December 19, 2025. Read details on security protocols and the event's significance for Nigeria's fiscal calendar.
Nigeria's Parliament Votes on Major Constitutional Reforms
Nigeria's House of Representatives votes today on landmark constitutional reforms including state police and gender inclusion. The outcome will shape the nation's democracy amid deep political divisions.
Tax Reforms, Revenue Crisis Threaten Nigeria's 2026 Fiscal Plan
President Tinubu's N43.56tr spending plan and 2026 budget face hurdles amid legislative disagreements over oil benchmarks and mounting opposition to new tax reforms. Will Nigeria miss another budget?
Tinubu Presents 2026 Budget to National Assembly Friday
President Bola Tinubu will present the 2026 Appropriation Bill to a joint session of the National Assembly this Friday. Get the full details on the schedule and security protocols for the key fiscal event.
Reps Raise Alarm Over Altered Gazetted Tax Law
A lawmaker alleges discrepancies between the passed and gazetted tax bills, calling it a constitutional breach. The Speaker pledges to investigate.
Tinubu Proposes N43.56trn Bill to End Multiple Budgets
President Tinubu transmits a N43.56 trillion appropriation bill to unify 2024-2025 spending, aiming to stop overlapping budgets and boost capital project performance. Urges swift legislative approval.
Rep Alleges Gazetted Tax Laws Differ from NASS Approved Versions
A House of Reps member raises alarm over discrepancies between tax laws passed by NASS and the gazetted versions. Speaker Abbas promises investigation. Read the full story.
Lawmaker: Gazetted Tax Laws Not What We Passed
Rep Abdussamad Dasuki raises alarm over discrepancies between tax laws signed by President Tinubu and versions approved by the National Assembly. He calls for urgent scrutiny.
NLC Nationwide Protest Over Insecurity Begins Today
The Nigeria Labour Congress begins a national protest today over worsening insecurity. It warns an indefinite strike will follow if protesters are attacked. Read the full story.
Senate Okays MTEF, Paves Way for ₦54.4tr 2026 Budget
The Nigerian Senate has approved the 2026-2028 MTEF, enabling President Tinubu to present a historic ₦54.4 trillion budget. Key fiscal parameters set the stage for the national spending plan. Read the full details.
France Adopts Budget, Suspends Pension Reform
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.
APC Leader Pushes for Reserved Legislative Seats for Women
APC's Hajia Zainab Abubakar Ibrahim urges swift constitutional amendment to reserve seats for women in the National Assembly, citing urgent need for gender equity in Nigerian politics.
Human Rights Expert: Defections Threaten Nigeria's Democracy
A human rights expert warns that defections to the APC are pushing Nigeria towards a dangerous one-party rule, citing global examples. Learn the risks and the call to action.
NASS Steps into Dangote, NMDPRA Face-Off
The House of Representatives committee has summoned Aliko Dangote and NMDPRA leaders to halt public feuding and resolve sector tensions. Read the full details.
MTEF 2026-2028 Signals Fiscal Realism, CPPE Says
The CPPE hails Nigeria's new MTEF-FSP for budget credibility but experts warn late approval undermines scrutiny. Key figures: $64.85 oil benchmark, N1,512/$ exchange rate. Read the full analysis.
Constitutional Amendment Seeks 182 New Seats for Women
Nigeria's National Assembly debates a landmark bill to create 182 reserved legislative seats for women, aiming to tackle the nation's severe gender imbalance in politics. Read the details and the Senate's counter-proposal.
Pressure Mounts on NASS to Pass Women's Special Seats Bill
Women leaders and stakeholders intensify pressure on Nigeria's National Assembly to pass the Special Seats Bill, warning of democratic stagnation without enhanced female representation. Vote imminent.
CSOs Urge NASS to Finalize 2025 Constitution Review
Civil Society Organisations pressure Nigeria's National Assembly to urgently pass 44 constitutional amendments, citing national security, electoral reforms, and eroding public trust. Action is needed before year-end.
CSOs Urge NASS to Conclude 2025 Constitution Review
Civil Society Organisations pressure Nigeria's National Assembly to finalise the 2025 constitution review, warning delays threaten security, elections, and democracy. Action is needed now.
Reps Defer Constitution Review Debate for Wider Talks
The House of Representatives has postponed its Constitution review debate to allow for broader consultation and technical alignment on critical amendments. Deputy Speaker Benjamin Kalu says the move safeguards the process's credibility. Read more.
Tinubu's Drive for State Police Gains Momentum
President Bola Tinubu urges constitutional amendment for state police, calling it a national imperative to combat Nigeria's security crisis. Will the National Assembly act?
Pharmacists Oppose Creation of New Health Commissions
The Association of Community Pharmacists of Nigeria cautions the National Assembly against creating new health bodies, calling proposals legally unnecessary and wasteful.
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