Atiku To Tinubu: You Owe Nigerians Explanation On N12.8trn In 2026 Budget

Presidential Candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Atiku Abubakar, has described the 2026 Federal Budget as the most brazen assault on transparency and fiscal responsibility in Nigeria’s democratic history, following “shocking revelations surrounding the unprecedented allocations concealed under the Service-Wide Vote (SWV)”.

Achebe Statue Funded By Community, Not Anambra — Soludo’s Aide

The Anambra State Government has clarified that the statue of literary icon, Chinua Achebe, unveiled at Ugwu-Nwasike Roundabout in Ogidi, was conceived, funded and executed by the Ogidi Town Union, dismissing claims that it was a state government project.

Spain Dethrone Argentina To Lift 2026 World Cup Trophy

Spain has been crowned champions of the 2026 FIFA World Cup after defeating defending champions Argentina 1-0 after extra time.

Senegal’s President Faye Elected New ECOWAS Chairman

Senegal’s President, Bassirou Faye, has been elected as the new Chairman of the Economic Community of West African States, ECOWAS.

PDP, APC Begin Upload Of 2027 Governorship, Assembly Candidates

The Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, and the All Progressives Congress, APC, have reportedly commenced the upload of the names of their governorship and state Houses of Assembly candidates for the 2027 general elections.

Badejo-Okusanya Becomes Second Woman To Lead NBA

A Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Oyinkansola Badejo-Okusanya, has emerged as the 33rd President of the Nigerian Bar Association, NBA, after defeating two other Senior Advocates, Lateef Akangbe and Olumuyiwa Akinboro, in the NBA’s 2026 national officers’ election.

ARTMA Offers ₦20,000 Reward For Videos Of Traffic Violations

The Anambra State Road Traffic Management Agency (ARTMA) has launched an operation called Operation SEE IT, VIDEO IT & EARN, to strengthen the enforcement of traffic laws and curb the dangerous practice of driving against traffic on Anambra State dual carriageways.

Umahi: Habila Was Sick, She Had a boyfriend

David Umahi, Minister of Works, has made fresh revelations about Mary Habila, the nurse who died at the residence.

Senate Bans Preaching, Hawking In Commercial Buses, Okays N50,000 fine

The Senate on Thursday passed the Federal Road Safety Corps (Amendment) Bill, 2026, proposing a N50,000 fine for anyone convicted of hawking, trading or preaching inside commercial vehicles.

Borno Abduction: Troops Rescue Nine More Victims

Troops of the 82 Division Task Force under Operation HADIN KAI have rescued nine abductees, including women and children, during separate patrol operations around Armuda Bridge in Ngoshe, Gwoza Local Government Area of Borno State.