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.
Delta State Governor Sheriff Oborevwori has signed the N1.729 trillion 2026 budget into law, a 70% increase from 2025. The budget focuses on capital projects and is tagged 'Budget of Accelerating the MORE Agenda'. Read more.
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.
Nigerian students and civil society groups call for collaboration between Aliko Dangote and NMDPRA's Farouk Ahmed, warning against media wars that threaten national stability. Read their full statement.
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'.
A coalition of 40 Nigerian lawyers has dismissed Aliko Dangote's corruption claims against NMDPRA's Farouk Ahmed as unfounded, warning against media trials. Read their full statement.
Civil society groups announce coordinated protests in Nigeria, New York, and London, demanding NMDPRA CEO Farouk Ahmed's removal over alleged $5 million school fees scandal. Join the call for accountability.
Nollywood star Mercy Johnson responds to viral infidelity allegations against her husband, Prince Odi Okojie, with a cryptic Instagram post. Get the full story and reactions.
Labour Party warns Governor Dapo Abiodun against borrowing to fund Ogun's 2026 budget, threatens court action. Details on the N518.9bn debt plan and political showdown.
Civil society groups have urged the EFCC to investigate serious graft allegations against BPP's leadership. The Bureau denies all claims, citing transparency reforms. Read the full details.
Zamfara APC accuses Governor Dauda Lawal of unconstitutional budget presentation, urges Federal Government to suspend allocations. Party cites flaws in N861bn proposal.
BBNaija star Queen Mercy addresses a follower's hurtful claims about her failed marriage and denies being labeled a prostitute in the US. She clarifies her 2017 visit and defends her career.
Ibrahim Dosara, former commissioner to Defence Minister Bello Matawalle, dismisses revived corruption and security strategy claims as politically driven. He defends Matawalle's record and civilian oversight role. Read the full defence.
Kano State government defends its 2025 budget, claiming it outperformed Ganduje's administration. Commissioner Shanono presents comparative figures on education and tech spending. Read the full details.
Former Attorney-General Abubakar Malami dismisses terror financing insinuations as politically motivated. He highlights his anti-terrorism reforms. Read his full statement.
Burkina Faso's military junta has released eight INSO staff detained for alleged espionage. The NGO denies the charges, citing its humanitarian mission. Read the full details.
Governor Dauda Lawal presents a N861 billion budget for Zamfara's 2026 fiscal year, with 83% allocated to capital expenditure for transformation. Read the full breakdown.
Project Rescue Urhobo raises alarm over constitutional violations by UPU's NEC and Electoral Committee, jeopardizing the credibility of the December 5 national election. They demand immediate transparency.
Miyetti Allah's Secretary, Saleh Alhassan, alleges a 25-year genocide against Fulani herders in Nigeria, citing killings and discriminatory laws. He calls for a fair security strategy. Read the full story.
Governor Dauda Lawal presents a N861.3 billion budget for 2026 to the Zamfara State House of Assembly, with 83% allocated to capital projects in security, agriculture, and infrastructure. Read the full breakdown.
The Imo State Police Command has dismissed viral allegations of torture and organ harvesting against its Tiger Base unit. The Commissioner has approved a new Human Rights Desk for oversight.
The Federal Government has announced a N1,512 to $1 exchange rate for the 2026 budget. Discover the key projections for oil, revenue, and spending in the new fiscal framework.
A coalition of 17 civil society groups withdraws false corruption claims against BPP's Dr. Adebowale Adedokun, issues a public apology, and cancels planned protests. Read the full story.
Kogi State Governor Ahmed Ododo presents a ₦820.49bn budget for 2026, focusing on infrastructure and debt repayment. The budget marks a 35.7% increase from 2025. Read the full details and analysis.
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 Governor Uba Sani presents a N985.9 billion 2026 budget focused on infrastructure, education, and grassroots development. The budget allocates N100m per ward for community projects. Read more.
Nollywood actress Anita Joseph shares a cryptic message of strength amid allegations of domestic violence and infidelity in her marriage to MC Fish. Read the full story and fan reactions.
Governor Siminalayi Fubara vows to tackle the state's poor school infrastructure, allocating the biggest portion of the 2026 budget to education. Read his full plan for reform.
Blogger Stella Dimoko Korkus alleges domestic abuse, infidelity, and tragic baby losses led to the end of Anita Joseph's marriage. Get the full story and fan reactions here.
Former APC Chairman Ganduje and Deputy Senate President Barau dismiss Kano government's claims they worsened insecurity. They urge focus on real security threats, not politics.