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June 13, 2026

UK applauds Governor Uba Sani’s reform drive, pledges continued support for Kaduna’s development

By Sam Biodun Ogundipe in London The United Kingdom (UK) Government has commended Kaduna State Governor Uba Sani for implementing transformational reforms and reaffirmed its commitment to supporting the state’s development agenda. The UK Minister of State for International Development and Africa, Jenny Chapman, gave the commendation during a courtesy visit to Kaduna. The visit... Read More
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June 12, 2026

JUNE 12: ‘Democracy Without Security is Not Solid’ — President Tinubu Declares on Democracy Day, Allocates Record N5.41trn for Defence

By Festus Fifen In a high-stakes Democracy Day address marking 27 years of unbroken civilian rule in Nigeria, Nigeria President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Friday declared a national security emergency, asserting that the survival of Nigeria’s democratic institutions is inextricably linked to the safety of its citizens. The President’s speech, delivered through a national broadcast... Read More
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June 7, 2026

Kogi First Lady, Sefinat Ododo Massive Empowerment Benefits 500 Okunland Women, Others

By Sam Biodun Ogundipe in London The Wife of the Governor of Kogi State, Hajia Sefinat Ahmed Usman Ododo, has empowered 500 women and vulnerable persons across Okunland with cash grants of ₦50,000 each and distributed food items as part of efforts to improve livelihoods and cushion the effects of economic hardship. The empowerment programme... Read More
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May 1, 2026

Reps Order DISCOs to Refund N55.42bn NMMP Funds Within Seven Months

Probe finds gaps in metering scheme implementation as lawmakers mandate repayment and set up recovery mechanism. By Ifeoma Onyekachi   The House of Representatives has directed 11 electricity distribution companies (DISCOs) to refund N55.42 billion disbursed under the National Mass Metering Programme (NMMP), citing lapses in the execution of the initiative.   The resolution followed... Read More
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April 21, 2026

My administration will not negotiate with criminals — Kogi Gov

By Sam Biodun Ogundipe in London     The Governor of Kogi State, Usman Ododo, on Tuesday declared that his administration would not negotiate with criminals, vowing to crush and defeat them.   Speaking at the Kogi State Security Summit and Fundraising held in Abuja, he stressed that anyone who disturbs the peace of the... Read More
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April 21, 2026

Tinubu Elevates Oyedele to Finance Minister, Wale Edun, Dangiwa Sacked as President Appoints Replacement for Housing Ministry

By Festus Fifen Nigeria President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved a minor cabinet reshuffle in the membership of the Federal Executive Council. According to a memo signed by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume, two cabinet members, Mr. Wale Edun and Arc. Ahmed Musa Dangiwa are to leave the cabinet... Read More
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April 17, 2026

PRESIDENT TINUBU ASSENTS TO N68.32 Trillion 2026 APPROPRIATION BILL

Approves Extension of 2025 Budget Till June 2026   By Festus Fifen   Nigeria President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has assented to the 2026 Appropriation Bill, which provides for an aggregate expenditure of ₦68.32 trillion. The President has also signed the bill extending the implementation period for the 2025 budget from March 31, 2026, to June... Read More
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April 17, 2026

AGENDA 2063: AU PUSHES DEEPER MONETARY COORDINATION TO FAST-TRACK AFRICA’S FINANCIAL INTEGRATION

  The African Union is stepping up efforts to align monetary policies across the continent as part of a broader push to deepen Africa’s financial integration under its long-term development blueprint, Agenda 2063.   This renewed drive follows discussions at a high-level side event in Washington, hosted by the AU’s Permanent Mission to the United... Read More
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April 16, 2026

UN Backs Borrowers’ Platform to Rebalance Global Debt Negotiations

  Developing nations are seeking to reshape the balance of power in global debt discussions following the launch of a borrower-driven platform designed to amplify their influence in negotiations with creditors.   The initiative, unveiled on the sidelines of the 2026 Spring Meetings of the International Monetary Fund and the World Bank in Washington, D.C.,... Read More
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April 8, 2026

CZECH BUSINESS DELEGATION SEEKS EXPANDED INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITIES IN NIGERIA

By ifeoma Onyekachi   A former Deputy Prime Minister of the Czech Republic, Martin Pecina, has visited Nigeria in his capacity as a private sector investor, signalling renewed momentum in economic relations between both countries. Pecina, who previously served as Minister of the Interior, is now actively engaged in business through companies such as VAE... Read More
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