The United States has authorized $413 million for counter-insurgency and security operations in Nigeria and other African nations in 2026. Learn about the NDAA funding, AFRICOM support, and expert analysis on this strategic partnership.
Nigeria's automobile industry faces 2026 with expectations for the NAIDP Act, local production, and EV adoption, but old hurdles like policy implementation and infrastructure remain. Will this be the year of transformation?
Ayra Starr, Wizkid, Davido, and more Nigerian artists secure nominations for the 2026 MOBO Awards. See the full list and celebrate Afrobeats' global dominance.
Nigerian music icons including Wizkid, Davido, and Ayra Starr have earned nominations for the prestigious 2026 MOBO Awards. See the full list of nominees and categories here.
The Nigerian Economic Summit Group forecasts the naira will stabilise around N1,480 per US dollar in 2026, driven by rising reserves and policy coordination. Discover the full economic outlook.
Nigerian music icons Wizkid, Davido, Ayra Starr, and others secure spots in the 2026 MOBO Awards nominations. See the full list of contenders for Best African Music Act and more.
Health experts condemn Nigeria's N2.48 trillion 2026 health budget as grossly inadequate, falling short of Abuja Declaration and a $2.1bn US pact. They demand urgent increase to at least 6%. Read more.
NRS Chairman Dr Zacch Adedeji assures Nigerians that essential items like food and transport are exempt from transactional taxes under the new 2026 regime, aiming to tax prosperity, not poverty. Read details.
Nigeria's Defence Minister, Lt.Gen. Christopher Musa (rtd), issues a stern warning to Sheikh Ahmed Gumi and others against legitimizing banditry. Read the full statement.
Nigeria's Defence Ministry refutes claims it barred Channels Television from covering the 2026 Armed Forces Celebration. The ministry cites security protocol for a late-arriving reporter. Get the full details.
Former Army Chief Tukur Buratai outlines a radical roadmap for Nigeria's security, calling for a 1.5 million-strong police force and a National Defence Innovation Fund. Discover his full vision for stability.
Chief of Defence Staff Gen. Olufemi Oluyede pledges to eliminate all security threats, honors fallen heroes on 2026 Armed Forces Day. Read his full message and commitment.
Economist Chiwuike Uba critiques the Budget Office's justification for repealing and re-enacting the 2024 and 2025 budgets, highlighting constitutional and transparency issues. Read the full analysis.
Defence Minister Gen. Christopher Musa warns supporters of insurgents and bandits to desist immediately. He urges Nigerians to provide timely intelligence to the Armed Forces for swift action.
Plan your second weekend of 2026 in Lagos with AFRIMA awards, serene getaways, outdoor spots, and key global events calendar. Discover where to go and what to see.
APC chieftain Atoyebi Paul commends President Tinubu's new tax acts set for 2026, arguing the outdated law needed reform despite public agitation for suspension. Details inside.
KPMG Nigeria identifies four major errors and gaps in Nigeria's new 2026 tax laws, warning they could create confusion, disputes, and hinder compliance. Urgent clarifications are needed.
The Budget Office of the Federation insists the repeal and re-enactment of the 2024 and 2025 budgets is legal. DG Tanimu Yakubu addresses misconceptions. Read the full details.
A coalition of Nigerian CSOs calls on the National Assembly to enforce constitutional spending rules, condemning the opaque repeal of the 2024/2025 budgets. They demand transparency and an end to fiscal rascality. Read the full story.
Nigeria's new Tax Administration Act is now in effect, imposing severe fines up to N10 million and jail terms for tax evasion, non-registration, and obstructing officers. Learn the full details.
Certified True Copies from the National Assembly validate claims of discrepancies in Nigeria's new tax laws, revealing significant changes from the versions approved by lawmakers. Read the full investigation.
Certified True Copies from the National Assembly validate concerns over alleged post-passage alterations to Nigeria's 2025 tax reform laws, revealing significant changes to VAT, reporting rules, and oversight powers.
Youth-led coalition cautions National Assembly that delays in amending the Electoral Act and constitution could expose the 2027 polls to serious legal and implementation risks. Urgent action needed.
Primate Elijah Ayodele releases prophetic revelations for 2026, warning of health challenges, political drama, and advising President Tinubu on tax reforms. Read the full details.
YERP Naija warns that delays in passing Electoral Act amendments could undermine the 2027 elections. The group commends the House but raises concerns over Senate's pace. Read the full analysis.
Plan your year with Nigeria's official 2026 public holidays list. Includes Good Friday, Eid, Democracy Day, Christmas, and all federal government-declared breaks.
An Abuja High Court has dismissed a suit to halt Nigeria's new tax regime, allowing implementation from Jan 1, 2026. Northern groups and Femi Falana allege discrepancies in the laws.
Seer Samuel King of Dynamite Glory Ministry declares 2026 a 'convergence year' of wealth transfer and awakening. Get the full prophecy and insights from other clerics.
Discover the first 10 countries to enter 2026 as the world celebrates New Year. Kiribati's Kiritimati atoll led the global countdown. Read the full list and see how Nigeria followed.
Senate Leader Opeyemi Bamidele declares Nigeria poised for full economic recovery following major 2025 reforms in tax, constitution, and security. Read the details and what to expect in 2026.