KEY POINTS The Senate has told the North Central Development Commission to prioritise agriculture and security in its 2026 spending. Lawmakers approved a 140 billion naira budget after reviewing the commission’s plans. The committee criticised weak capital project implementation in 2025 and urged better...

KEY POINTS Joint security forces destroyed three bandit camps in Kogi allegedly linked to a notorious gang leader. Several suspects were killed and kidnapped victims were rescued and taken for medical care. The raid follows another recent military operation targeting a separate terrorist network...