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Lagos Assembly Budgets N55.4bn for Lawmakers’ Quarters, Complex Beautification in 2026

KEY POINTS Lagos Assembly plans to spend N55.4bn in 2026 on lawmakers’ quarters and beautification projects. Only N16bn is allocated to community-based infrastructure interventions. Budget reviews show a pattern of heavy spending on lawmakers’ welfare, vehicles, generators, and renovations despite wider public infrastructure challenges. The...

February 7, 2026

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Fresh Benue Attack Leaves 13 Dead as Gunmen Torch Market, Abduct Women

KEY POINTS Gunmen killed 13 people in an attack on Anwase Market in Kwande LGA, Benue State. The assault followed another attack two days earlier in Abande community. Community leaders warn of worsening insecurity as residents flee their homes amid repeated violence. Gunmen suspected to...

February 7, 2026

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Kuku Urges Stronger Health Insurance to Improve Access to Care

Experts stress the need for stronger health insurance in Nigeria to ensure access to quality healthcare and support sustainable hospital financing Experts stress the need for stronger health insurance in Nigeria to ensure access to quality healthcare and support sustainable hospital financing.

December 18, 2024

Politics

Tinubu’s Economic Policies Have Impoverished Nigerians, Says Delta Governor

Delta governor says Tinubu's economic policies are impoverishing Nigerians as inflation, fuel subsidy removal, and hardship hit citizens hard

December 17, 2024

Business

FEC Approves N47.96 Trillion 2025 Budget for National Assembly

FEC approves N47.96 trillion 2025 budget as Tinubu prepares to present it to the National Assembly. Key revenue and oil production targets set

December 17, 2024

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Keyamo Addresses Controversy Over Private Airstrip Decision

Festus Keyamo defends private airstrip approvals, dismisses favoritism allegations, and assures compliance with constitutional rights and national security safeguards.

December 16, 2024

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Tinubu Pays ₦85 Billion ECOWAS Levy, First Full Payment in 19 Years

Nigeria pays ₦85 billion ECOWAS levy, its first full payment in 19 years, as President Tinubu pledges to reintegrate suspended member states

December 16, 2024

Politics

Lagos Signs Bill to Combat Illegal Organ Harvesting

Lagos introduces a law to fight illegal organ harvesting, with stricter penalties aimed at protecting vulnerable communities from exploitation and trafficking

December 14, 2024

Business

Nigeria’s Inflation to Hit 34.64% as Cost Pressures Mount

Nigeria's inflation is forecast to hit 34.64%, driven by food prices, cost pressures, and sticky core inflation, according to Financial Derivatives analysts

December 14, 2024

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How to Create a Budget That Works in Nigeria

Learn how to create a budget that works in Nigeria, manage expenses, and build financial security despite inflation and rising living costs

December 13, 2024

Business

Imported Petrol Landing Cost Drops to N900 Per Litre

Nigeria’s oil dependence exposes its economy to price shocks, but diversification into agriculture, tech, and minerals aims to ensure economic stability

December 13, 2024

Society

Nigerian Who Wrote WAEC 17 Times Earns Distinction at London School

After writing WAEC 17 times, a Nigerian student achieves a distinction from a London school, inspiring others with his persistence and determination

December 12, 2024

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NSIB Opens Inquiry into Abuja Cargo Plane Runway Incident

Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau investigates Allied Air Boeing 737 runway excursion at Abuja Airport; no injuries reported.

December 12, 2024

Business

Nigeria’s Oil Dependence and Path to Economic Diversification

Nigeria’s oil dependence exposes its economy to price shocks, but diversification into agriculture, tech, and minerals aims to ensure economic stability

December 11, 2024