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.
Nigeria's Senate passes the Federal Audit Service Bill 2025 and the Institute of Economists Bill, aiming to overhaul colonial-era laws and boost financial accountability. Awaiting presidential assent.
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.
Delta State Governor Sheriff Oborevwori has signed the N1.729 trillion 2026 budget, a 70% increase focused on capital projects. He also enacted laws on social investment, education, and security.
Governor Monday Okpebholo presents a ₦939.85 billion 2026 Appropriation Bill focused on security, infrastructure, and job creation. See the full breakdown of Edo State's 'Budget of Hope and Growth'.
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.
Women leaders and officials in Kaduna urge lawmakers to pass the Reserved Seats for Women Bill for political inclusion. The call highlights the need for action beyond rhetoric.
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.
Rivers State House of Assembly reaffirms use of quarters auditorium as chamber amid mass defection to APC. Governor Fubara plans budget presentation in new complex. Full story inside.
Senator Ned Nwoko addresses a viral video accusing him of plotting against Regina Daniels. He calls for social media regulation and support for his bill. Read full details.
A Nigerian doctor expressed shock after calculating his 2026 tax deduction under the new law. He claims the 'Tinubu tax' will unite all tribes, sparking widespread online reactions.
The Nigerian Senate has advanced a bill to create a National Social Welfare Service, aiming to coordinate poverty alleviation programmes. The data-driven agency would manage cash transfers, food aid, and stipends. Read more on this crucial legislative ste
Bill Gates warns that cuts in international aid by Western nations are causing a tragic increase in child deaths worldwide. Read the full report and its implications for global health.
Bill Gates warns of a 'significant reversal' in child deaths as global funding collapses. Over 200,000 more children could die this year. Governments must act now to save lives.
Nigeria's Senate considers a bill to establish a single toll-free emergency number, '112', to replace the current confusing system. The move aims to leverage high mobile penetration for faster response. Read more.
Nigeria's Senate passes the NETS Bill 2025 for a unified emergency number. Major committee reshuffles also announced to bolster national security oversight. Read the full details.
The Nigerian Senate is considering a bill to create a single, toll-free emergency number. This unified system aims to replace scattered helplines, improving response times for police, fire, and medical services nationwide.
The proposed Lagos State 2025 Tenancy Bill introduces strict penalties, including fines up to N1,000,000 and imprisonment, to curb exploitative housing practices. Learn the key offences for landlords, agents, and tenants.
Lagos State's 2026 Appropriation Bill, tagged 'Budget of Shared Prosperity', passes second reading. Lawmakers debate priorities from security to education as bill heads for committee review. Read the details.
Kaduna State Governor Uba Sani presents a N985.9 billion 2026 budget, focusing on infrastructure, education, and grassroots development. Read details of the plan and its allocations.
Minister Udeh says the RMRDC 30% Value-Addition Bill will boost Nigeria's economy, attract investors, and create jobs by mandating local processing of raw materials. Read more.
The Federal Government will stop the export of unprocessed minerals. A new bill requiring 30% local processing awaits President Tinubu's assent to boost jobs and the economy.
Nigeria's First Lady Oluremi Tinubu endorses Reserved Seats for Women's Bill to boost female political representation from 3.8%. Advocacy lead hails historic move toward inclusive democracy.
Nigerian Senate rejects bill for National Ethnic and Reconciliation Commission, citing redundancy, naming conflicts, and financial burden. Read the full details.
Governor Bala Mohammed presents a N878 billion 2026 budget to the Bauchi State Assembly, focusing on economic and social sectors. The budget sees a 41% increase from 2025.
Nigerian Senate recommends death sentence for kidnappers without fine option. Security committees to probe military withdrawal in Kebbi school attack and General Uba's death.
Nigerian lawmakers convene special plenary addressing escalating security crisis, mass abductions, and new anti-ransom legislation. Comprehensive security assessment underway.
Stakeholders emphasize minors' protection and national security balance in Nigeria's Digital Rights Bill discourse at Lagos retreat. Learn how this legislation will shape Nigeria's digital future.
Senator Sunday Marshall Katung sponsors crucial bill to address Nigeria's sickle cell crisis. The legislation aims to establish treatment centers and promote local drug production to save lives.
Stakeholders in Lagos discuss Nigeria's Digital Rights and Freedom Bill, emphasizing minors' protection and balancing national security with human rights in digital spaces.