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FG domestic borrowing hits N8.1tn in Q1 2026

FG domestic borrowing reached N8.1 trillion in the first quarter of 2026, a 7.4 percent year-on-year rise that already overshoots the quarterly benchmark the 2026 Appropriation Act implies.

Manufacturing sector taxes climb to N2.05tn in 2025

Nigeria's manufacturing sector contributed N2.05 trillion in total taxes in 2025, with VAT and Company Income Tax both posting double-digit gains, according to the National Bureau of Statistics.

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2025 UTME: JAMB to Release Results Friday

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) will release the 2025 UTME results this morning in Abuja, following dismal performance data from over 1.9 million candidates.

Akpabio Criticizes Peter Obi Over Labour Party Crisis

KEY POINTS Senate President Godswill Akpabio criticized Peter Obi, urging him to resolve internal...

Nnamdi Kanu’s Legal Team Grows Stronger as Another Senior Advocate Joins Terrorism Trial Defense

KEY POINTS Two new legal experts, including SAN Paul Esokoro and Dr. P.K. Obi,...

Abuja Doctors Call Off Warning Strike After Reinstatement

The Abuja chapter of the Association of Resident Doctors has called off its warning strike after key demands, including reinstatement of sacked workers and partial salary payments, were met.

Five Children Die in Anambra After Eating Suspected Poisoned Meal

Five siblings died from suspected food poisoning in Anambra. Police investigate while the mother remains hospitalized

Labour Party Suspends Governor Alex Otti, Five Others Indefinitely

The Labour Party’s Abure-led faction has suspended Abia State Governor Alex Otti and five top members for alleged anti-party activities, ruling out any political merger ahead of 2027.

PSG Outclasses Arsenal to Reach Champions League Final

PSG secured a 3–1 aggregate win over Arsenal to reach their second Champions League final after a stellar home performance.

UK Announces Stricter Visa Rules Targeting Nigeria, Pakistan, etc

KEY POINTS The UK plans to tighten visa regulations for citizens of Nigeria, Pakistan,...

Nigerian Senate Passes Historic Tax Reform Bills to Overhaul Revenue Collection System

KEY POINTS The Senate passed bills to replace FIRS with a unified Nigeria Revenue...

Activist VeryDarkMan Released From EFCC Custody

KEY POINTS Popular activist and influencer VeryDarkMan has been released from EFCC custody following...

Labour Party Suspends Governor Alex Otti, Top Lawmakers Over Alleged Anti-Party Activities

KEY POINTS Labour Party suspends Governor Alex Otti, two senators, and three lawmakers indefinitely...

Lagos Council Chairman Collapses at APC Meeting

KEY POINTS Bariga LCDA Chairman Kolade Alabi’s collapse at an APC meeting halted critical...

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FG domestic borrowing hits N8.1tn in Q1 2026

FG domestic borrowing reached N8.1 trillion in the first quarter of 2026, a 7.4 percent year-on-year rise that already overshoots the quarterly benchmark the 2026 Appropriation Act implies.

Manufacturing sector taxes climb to N2.05tn in 2025

Nigeria's manufacturing sector contributed N2.05 trillion in total taxes in 2025, with VAT and Company Income Tax both posting double-digit gains, according to the National Bureau of Statistics.

Flood swamps Lagos primary school as pharma company’s canal project leaves children out of class

A pharmaceutical company's construction project has blocked a Lagos canal, flooding a primary school and keeping hundreds of children out of class.

SDP’s Adebayo confirms 2027 presidential bid, warns Nigeria is drifting toward one-man rule

SDP leader Prince Adewole Adebayo has confirmed a 2027 presidential run and warned that Nigeria risks one-man rule, not a one-party state.