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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...

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...

APC Governors Can’t Intervene In El-Rufai’s Ministerial Rejection

Governor Sule states PGF has no role in El-Rufai’s ministerial nomination rejection, highlighting party unity and procedural independence.

Rowdy Session in Senate Over Tax Reform Bill

The Senate erupts in chaos over the controversial Tax Reform Bill, highlighting deep divisions among lawmakers.

2025 Budget May Be Before Senate This Week – Tinubu

Senate committees are reviewing fiscal plans this week, with President Tinubu potentially presenting the 2025 budget.

Mali, Burkina Faso Terrorists Now Active In Northwest Niger State

The Senate on Thursday called for immediate action to arrest terrorists infiltrating from Mali-Burkina Faso to Nigeria's northwest and Niger state, stressing the need for military capacity and community engagement.

Nigerian Senate Presses Tinubu for Action on Worsening Banditry

Nigeria's Senate is urging President Bola Tinubu to take decisive action to address the escalating banditry crisis in the country's northwest region. Senators expressed deep concern over the continued violence, which has resulted in numerous deaths, kidnappings, and the displacement of entire communities.

Nigerian Senators Clash Over Bill to Ban Open Grazing

Nigerian senators are embroiled in a heated debate over a bill proposing a ban on open grazing and the establishment of cattle ranches. Proponents argue the bill is necessary to end deadly farmer-herder clashes, while opponents raise concerns about constitutionality and practicality.

Senate Suspends Ningi for Budget Padding Claims

The Nigerian Senate has taken decisive action by suspending Senator Abdul Ningi for three...

Senate Grills Top Brass, Economic Team

The Senate has summoned the service chiefs and the economic team to appear before...

Naira Plummets to Record Low, Senate Summons CBN Governor

The Nigerian currency, the naira, has hit a new low against the US dollar...

Senate to FG: End Tax Breaks for Corporations Now

The Senate has called on the Federal Government to stop giving tax breaks and...

Senate Pushes for Modern Rail Line in Eastern Nigeria

The Nigerian Senate has urged the federal government to upgrade the Eastern Rail Line...

Senate Threatens to Fire Government Officials Who Ignore Invitations

The Senate has warned the heads of government agencies who fail to honour its...

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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...

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...

Lassa Fever Outbreak Hits Plateau as State Confirms 11 Cases, Four Deaths

KEY POINTS Plateau State has confirmed 11 Lassa fever cases and four deaths across...

JOHESU Suspends 84-Day Nationwide Strike After Fresh Agreement With Federal Government

KEY POINTS JOHESU has suspended its nationwide strike after 84 days, following a conciliation...