France Adopts Budget, Suspends Pension Reform
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.
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.
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'.
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.
Zamfara APC accuses Governor Dauda Lawal of unconstitutional budget presentation, urges Federal Government to suspend allocations. Party cites flaws in N861bn proposal.
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.
Lagos State leads Nigeria's 2025 Subnational Ease of Doing Business ranking with an 85.6% score. Discover the top states and federal MDAs driving reform.
The United States has excluded South Africa from the 2026 G20 summit, inviting Poland instead. U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio cited economic and political reasons. South Africa says it will wait out the 2026 meetings. Read the full story.
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.
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 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.
Primate Ayodele warns President Tinubu to end insecurity before April 2026, listing 11 high-risk states. He cautions that the 2027 elections may be threatened. Read the full advisory.
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.
A Nigerian woman's video showing how she cooked a pot of stew with just N1,000 from her husband has gone viral, sparking mixed reactions about budgeting and marital dynamics.
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.
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.
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.
Governor Abdullahi Sule presents a N517.5 billion 2026 budget to the Nasarawa State Assembly. Focused on infrastructure and job creation, the 'Budget of Strategic Consolidation' promises growth.
Katsina State Governor Dikko Radda has officially signed the 2026 budget of N897.86 billion into law. The budget incorporates inputs from over 70,000 residents across 361 wards.
Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde presents N891 billion 2026 budget, focusing on infrastructure and education. 56.7% allocated to capital projects. Read details of the economic expansion plan.
Governor Sanwo-Olu unveils Lagos' N4.237 trillion 2026 budget focusing on infrastructure and inclusive growth. Capital expenditure leads at N2.1 trillion. Read details.
European Union exempts Germany from budget deficit punishment due to increased defence spending. Learn how EU rules adapt to security threats.
Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde presents a N891.9bn 2026 budget focused on economic expansion. The proposal allocates 56.7% to capital projects, with infrastructure and education as top priorities.
CBN data reveals Nigerians spent $1.39 billion on overseas education in H1 2025, a 20% increase from 2024. This nearly equals Nigeria's entire 2025 education budget. Read analysis.
Bauchi state government orders immediate closure of all public and private schools due to escalating security threats across northern Nigeria. Stay informed.
Federal Government confirms the first 47km of Lagos-Calabar coastal highway will open to motorists between December 12-17, 2025. Get the latest updates on this transformative infrastructure project.
Multiple Nigerian states have closed schools due to escalating insecurity and targeted attacks. Learn which states are affected and why officials took this drastic action.
Yoruba traditional leaders across 19 Northern states urge Christians and Muslims to unite against insecurity. They reject genocide claims, seek international cooperation based on facts.
A Nigerian woman living in the UK breaks down her family's monthly expenses totaling £6,777. Discover mortgage costs, childcare expenses and public reactions to their budget.
Former Communications Minister Isa Pantami condemns rising attacks in northern states, urges security agencies to adopt technology-driven solutions. Read his recommendations.