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Discover the first 10 countries to enter 2026 as the world celebrates New Year. Kiribati's Kiritimati atoll led the global countdown. Read the full list and see how Nigeria followed.
Discover the first 10 countries to enter 2026 as the world celebrates New Year. Kiribati's Kiritimati atoll led the global countdown. Read the full list and see how Nigeria followed.
Governor Chukwuma Soludo signs the adjusted N766.37bn 2026 Appropriation Bill into law in Awka. The budget increased by N8.49bn after legislative review, focusing on capital projects and welfare.
Ten Nigerian states plan to raise N4.287 trillion from loans and grants for their 2026 budgets, totaling N14.174tn. Experts warn of fiscal risks and weak revenue management.
ActionAid Nigeria warns that the 2026 budget's financing and deficits threaten Nigeria's economy. The NGO calls for transparency and human development focus. Read more.
ActionAid Nigeria warns the proposed N58.18 trillion 2026 budget threatens fiscal sustainability with a record deficit and weak social sector funding. Urgent reforms needed.
Governor Babagana Zulum presents a N890.33bn budget for Borno's 2026 fiscal year, with education receiving the highest sectoral allocation of N135bn for rebuilding and growth.
Governor Abdullahi Sule signs Nasarawa's N545.2bn 2026 budget, while Kano Assembly passes a historic N1.47trn spending plan. Details on allocations and legislative actions inside.
Ondo State Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa has signed the N524.4 billion 2026 Appropriation Bill into law. The budget prioritizes infrastructure, health, and education. Read more on the state's economic blueprint.
President Tinubu's N58.18 trillion 2026 budget promises to end the cycle of poor implementation and rollovers that plagued 2024 and 2025. Will stricter discipline and digital reforms deliver?
Concerns grow as Nigerian state assemblies rapidly pass N34.63 trillion budgets with minimal scrutiny, eroding legislative checks and balances. Read the full analysis.
SERHA distributed Christmas food aid in Anambra, reaffirming grassroots support. The group also highlighted federal projects like N45.6bn student loans and the Eastern Rail Line for the South East.
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.
A woman died and four others were injured in a tragic accident on Nteje-Onitsha Road, Anambra. FRSC confirms speeding and tyre burst as causes. Read more on road safety.
The House of Representatives clarifies the repeal of the 2024 and 2025 Appropriation Acts, aiming for a single national budget by April 2026 to enhance transparency and fiscal discipline. Learn about the reforms.
Anambra Governor Chukwuma Soludo and Arewa Community leader Alhaji Gidado Siddiki call for peace, unity, and compassion during Christmas. They highlight interfaith harmony and economic interdependence.
Governor Bassey Otu has signed the N961 billion 2026 Appropriation Bill into law, focusing on infrastructure, education, and healthcare. The budget promises social stability and shared prosperity for Cross River State.
Kaduna State's 2026 budget allocates N100m to each of its 255 wards for grassroots projects. Education receives the largest share at 25% of the N985.9bn budget. Read details of the historic plan.
Apostle James Anam, Chairman of Calabar Municipal Council, presents a ₦13 billion budget for 2026, focusing on economic growth, infrastructure, and healthcare. Read the full breakdown.
Nigeria's National Assembly passes N58.47 trillion 2026 budget, approves revised N43.56trn and N48.31trn for 2024 and 2025, extending capital implementation to March 2026. Read the full details.
Governors Douye Diri and Monday Okpebholo have signed their states' 2026 appropriation bills into law. Bayelsa's budget is N1.016 trillion, while Edo's is N939 billion. Read more on the fiscal plans.
Governor Umaru Bago has enacted Niger State's N1.073 trillion 2026 budget, with over N783bn for capital projects. Nasarawa Assembly also passes N545.2bn appropriation bill. Read the details.
Governor Monday Okpebholo has enacted Edo State's N939 billion 2026 Appropriation Bill, a strategic plan for development and improved living standards. Read the details of the Budget of Hope and Growth.
Nigeria's House of Representatives approves revised N43.56tr 2024 and N48.31tr 2025 budgets, extending capital implementation to March 2026. Read the full breakdown of allocations and fiscal reforms.
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.
Ekiti State Governor Biodun Oyebanji has signed the N415.57 billion 2026 Appropriation Bill into law. The budget allocates 53% to recurrent and 47% to capital expenditure. Read the full details.
Renowned Anambra priest Fr. Ebube Muonso issues a cryptic 2026 prophecy, stating Nigeria is 'pregnant' with uncertainty. He urges leaders to rule with God's purpose and Nigerians to embrace love. Read his full Christmas message and philanthropic efforts.
Imo State Governor Hope Uzodimma presents a ₦1.44 trillion budget for 2026, with 83.4% for capital projects. Read the full details of the economic plan.
Governor Uba Sani signs Kaduna's N985.9bn 2026 budget, prioritizing education with 25%. See the full sectoral breakdown and focus on grassroots projects.
Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq presents a N644 billion 2026 budget to the Kwara State Assembly, with 66% for capital expenditure to complete ongoing projects and support workers. Read the full breakdown.
Benue State Governor Hyacinth Alia presents a ₦605.5bn budget for 2026, focusing on rural development and growth. Read the full details and allocations here.