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Finance Ministry, contractors clash again over outstanding debt

Nigeria's Finance Ministry says it processed N700bn to 1,240 local contractors, but protesting members of AICAN insist most of them have received no payment.
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Xenophobia: Nigeria weighs sanctions against South Africa

Nigeria says it is weighing sanctions against South Africa over renewed xenophobic attacks on Nigerians, warning that a review of bilateral privileges is not off the table.
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The Tax Reform Bills Suggest A 55% Share of VAT To States

Senate passes tax bills that raise VAT share to states by 40%.
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Senators Split on Push for Regional Government in Nigeria

Nigerian senators are split over the push for regional governance, with proponents arguing for local autonomy and critics warning of the risks to national unity.
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Senate Increases Windfall Tax on Banks to 70%

Nigerian Senate raises windfall tax on banks' foreign exchange gains to 70%, targeting redistribution of government-driven profits.
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Senate Open to Approving New Presidential Jet Purchase

The Nigerian Senate is ready to approve the purchase of a new presidential jet if President Bola Tinubu requests it, emphasizing their commitment to responsible governance.
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Senate Approves 300% Salary Increase for Nigerian Judicial Officers

The Nigerian Senate approves a 300% salary increase for judicial officers, enhancing compensation to ensure judicial independence and integrity.
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Femi Falana Accuses Akpabio of Violating Senator Ningi’s Right to Fair Hearing

Human rights lawyer, Femi Falana, SAN, has requested for the reinstatement of the suspended...
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Senate Faces Intense Scrutiny Amid Budget Padding Scandal

Nigeria – The Nigerian Senate finds itself under intense scrutiny following revelations of a...
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Nigerian Senate Tightens Rules to Protect Leadership from Ouster

The Nigerian Senate has amended its standing orders to make it harder for its...
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Finance Ministry, contractors clash again over outstanding debt

Nigeria's Finance Ministry says it processed N700bn to 1,240 local contractors, but protesting members of AICAN insist most of them have received no payment.
Politics

Xenophobia: Nigeria weighs sanctions against South Africa

Nigeria says it is weighing sanctions against South Africa over renewed xenophobic attacks on Nigerians, warning that a review of bilateral privileges is not off the table.
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Agriculture records 3.15 percent GDP growth to N11.87trillion in first quarter

Nigeria's agricultural sector grew 3.15 percent year-on-year to N11.87trn in the first quarter of 2026, with crop production leading the gains at N8.9trn, the NBS says.
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Nigeria among world’s most expensive countries for airline operations, says IATA

IATA has named Nigeria one of the world's most expensive countries for airline operations, blaming high taxes and charges that keep local carriers from competing.