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Zulum Presents 2026 Borno Budget to State Assembly

Borno Governor Babagana Zulum presents the 2026 budget proposals to the State Assembly, setting fiscal priorities with a focus on education and healthcare. Stakeholders urged to attend.

African Countries That Don't Celebrate Christmas

While many celebrate on December 25, six African nations, including Morocco and Somalia, do not observe Christmas as a public holiday. Discover the reasons and estimated Christian populations.

Countries Where Christmas Is Not a Public Holiday

While Nigeria marks Christmas with a public holiday, in 36 nations, including Israel, Saudi Arabia, and China, December 25 is a regular workday. Discover the reasons behind this global diversity.

Niger State's N1.073 Trillion 2026 Budget Signed

Governor Umaru Bago has signed Niger State's 2026 budget of over N1.073 trillion into law, with capital expenditure exceeding N783 billion. The governor praised the Assembly for swift passage.

Woman reunites with family after kidney transplant

Nigerian woman Tovia reunites with her children after a successful kidney transplant funded by public donations, following abandonment by her husband after kidney failure during childbirth.

BPP Saves ₦1 Trillion, Sets New Procurement Record

The Bureau of Public Procurement has saved Nigeria over one trillion naira in one budget cycle through price reforms. This historic achievement is being celebrated as a major win for transparency and fiscal discipline. Read more about this landmark feat.

Ex-UN Envoy Rejects Death Penalty for Kidnappers

Former UN Human Rights Envoy, Prof. Uchenna Emelonye, urges Nigerian Senate to strengthen security institutions, not expand capital punishment laws, to effectively combat kidnapping and banditry.

PDP Criticises Tinubu's 2026 'Sufferings' Budget

The Peoples Democratic Party has strongly criticised President Bola Tinubu's ₦58.18 trillion 2026 budget, labelling it a plan that deepens hardship for ordinary Nigerians. Read the full analysis.

Tinubu Presents N58.18 Trillion 2026 Budget to NASS

President Bola Tinubu presents the 2026 'Budget of Consolidation' to the National Assembly, targeting N58.18 trillion in spending with priorities on security, human capital, and infrastructure. Read the full details.

NAHCON Denies 2026 Hajj Contract Rollover Claims

NAHCON refutes reports of rolling over 2025 Hajj contracts into 2026. The commission explains emergency Saudi timelines guided its procurement process, in line with Nigerian law. Read more.

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