The Canadian High Commission and Nigeria's First Lady advocate for enhanced rights and inclusion for Persons with Disabilities, spotlighting artist Kanyeyachukwu's inspiring journey. Join the call for an accessible society.
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.
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.
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 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.
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'.
Lafarge Africa Plc, with partners LSETF and Tunde Onakoya, celebrates beneficiaries of its Disability-to-Ability programme, training 100 PWDs in Lagos for self-reliance. Read more.
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.
THT HMO marked the International Day of Persons with Disabilities with a heartfelt visit to Bethesda Home and School for the Blind in Mushin, providing gifts and pledging ongoing support for the visually impaired students.
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.
Nigeria's First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, has empowered 9,500 persons with disabilities with N200,000 business grants each. The initiative, launched on International Day of PWDs, is part of the Renewed Hope Initiative.
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.
Simon Samson Ibrahim, 7, disappeared in Bachure, Adamawa. His father reports no updates from police after 5 days, amid rising cases of missing persons in the state.
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
NAPTIP and ICMPD held a capacity-building workshop in Lagos to enhance strategies against human trafficking and violence. The event focused on tackling tech-driven crimes and improving inter-agency collaboration.
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.
First Lady Oluremi Tinubu's Renewed Hope Initiative disbursed N200,000 grants to 250 Persons with Disabilities in Ogun State to mark World Disability Day. Read how this boosts inclusive growth.
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.
Governor Sanwo-Olu pledges to uphold UN Convention on disability rights at Lagos event. Over 200 assistive devices distributed to enhance inclusion in transport, education, health, and tech.
The Federal Government mandates full compliance with the 5% employment quota for Persons with Disabilities. SGF Akume declares the transition period over and warns against excuses.
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.