Senate defends N25.91trn 2026 deficit, says borrowing necessary to fund 2026 budget, insists electricity subsidy must end to free resources.

Peter Obi joins protesters demanding Electoral Act amendment to mandate real-time electronic transmission of results ahead of 2027 elections.

CBN Governor says reforms stabilised economy, strengthened naira and banking sector, but warns election cycle still poses risks.

Federal government starts rollout of agreed 40% CAA increase and Consolidated Tools Allowance for university lecturers.

Guinea-Bissau opposition leader Domingos Simões Pereira faces a military court over allegations of involvement in multiple coup attempts amid ongoing investigations.

Peter Obi visits Kano’s Singer Market, donates funds, consoles traders affected by devastating fire outbreak.

Dokpesi Jr warns unregulated social media and foreign-controlled digital platforms threaten Nigeria’s national security and information sovereignty.

NDDC restates commitment to blue economy development as pathway to sustainable growth and regional prosperity in the Niger Delta.

Two abducted site engineers regain freedom as insecurity forces over 1,000 Koro residents to flee to Ilorin.

DSS arrests and arraigns two suspects over the 2023 murder of four soldiers during communal clashes in Delta State.

President Tinubu says terrorism and banditry are alien to Nigeria and vows decisive action to restore peace nationwide.

Trial of suspects in ARISE News anchor Sommie Maduagwu’s murder stalls as Correctional Services fail to present defendants in court.

First Lady Oluremi Tinubu says US airstrikes in Nigeria a “blessing,” welcomes Washington’s expanded security collaboration amid insurgency and religious freedom scrutiny.

Trial of suspects in ARISE News anchor Sommie Maduagwu’s murder stalls as Correctional Services fail to present defendants in court.

Dr. Craig Slapinski warns chronic back pain surgery carries high risks, while non-surgical treatment offers safer, effective relief.

President Tinubu hosts AFRICOM Commander, General Dagvin Anderson, US envoy, and Nigerian security chiefs at State House.

Edo police confirm arrest of three kidnappers responsible for abducting two doctors; ongoing investigations continue.

Ethiopia has accused Eritrea of military aggression and backing armed groups, warning of escalation while signalling openness to dialogue.

Ghana recalls envoy Mohammed Baba Jamal Ahmed amid allegations of inducement and vote-buying during NDC primary election.

Lagos authorities shut Ladipo Market for repeated environmental violations, citing illegal dumping, street trading, and public health risks.