15 m. ago PDP labels Tinubu’s 2026 budget as ‘consolidated renewed sufferings’

The PDP slams Tinubu’s 2026 budget, calling it a plan for ‘renewed sufferings.’ Learn why the opposition party criticizes the economic claims and fiscal po Read More: https://punchng.com/pdp-labels-tinubus-2026-budget-as-consolidated-renewed-sufferings/

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16 m. ago [BREAKING] LG autonomy: Tinubu threatens govs with direct FAAC deductions

President Tinubu warns governors he may enforce LG autonomy with an Executive Order for direct FAAC deductions, urging compliance with a Supreme Court ruli Read More: https://punchng.com/breaking-lg-autonomy-tinubu-threatens-govs-with-direct-faac-deductions/

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53 m. ago UPDATED: Tinubu presents N58.18trn budget for 2026 fiscal year

"These numbers are not just accounting lines. They are a statement of national priorities. We remain firmly committed to fiscal sustainability, debt transparency, and value‑for‑money spending."

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58 m. ago LG autonomy: Osun Rep, Wole Oke, urges states to obey Supreme Court judgement 

The Chairman of the House of Representatives Committee on Foreign Affairs and member representing Obokun- Oriade Federal Constituency of Osun State, Hon Busayo Oluwole Oke, has counselled state governments across the country to comply fully with the Supreme Court rulings on Local Government autonomy, insisting that the decisions are binding and not open to legislative […]

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63 m. ago Inflation projected to moderate further in 2026, but no single digit in sight

As Nigeria’s inflation continues to trend downward, many wonder if it will reach single digits, like those of its neighbour, read more Inflation projected to moderate further in 2026, but no single digit in sight

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73 m. ago Police withdrawal: Senators may not be able to go home, Akpabio begs Tinubu

Akpabio made the plea on Friday while speaking before the presentation of the 2026 Appropriation Bill by Tinubu to a joint session of the National Assembly.

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75 m. ago Nasarawa pledges continuity of FG, IFAD value chain programme beyond 2026

Nasarawa State pledges to sustain the FG/IFAD Value Chain Development Programme beyond its 2026 end date to ensure continued food security and growth. Read More: https://punchng.com/nasarawa-pledges-continuity-of-fg-ifad-value-chain-programme-beyond-2026/

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2 h. ago Abbas urges FG to prioritise jobs, realistic spending in 2026

Speaker Tajudeen Abbas calls on the Federal Government to prioritise job creation and realistic spending in the Nigerian 2026 budget proposal. Read More: https://punchng.com/abbas-urges-fg-to-prioritise-jobs-realistic-spending-in-2026/

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3 h. ago KACCIMA urges FG to halt fuel importation amid rising local refining capacity

The Kano Chamber of Commerce, Industry, Mines and Agriculture (KACCIMA) has raised concerns over the Federal Government’s import policies, warning read more KACCIMA urges FG to halt fuel importation amid rising local refining capacity

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3 h. ago Tinubu urged me to turn Plateau crisis into profit – Mutfwang

Plateau State launches a seed potato initiative to empower 20,000 farmers, boost food security, and turn state crises into economic opportunities. Read More: https://punchng.com/tinubu-urged-me-to-turn-plateau-crisis-into-profit-mutfwang/

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3 h. ago CSOs raise the alarm over killings, demand protection for IDPs

A coalition of CSOs calls on the Nigerian government for urgent protection for IDPs following a persistent pattern of deadly attacks during Christmas. Read More: https://punchng.com/csos-raise-the-alarm-over-killings-demand-protection-for-idps/

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3 h. ago PDP crisis: Turaki, Wike factions engage INEC over party legitimacy ahead of 2026 polls

Kabiru Turaki, national chairman of the embattled Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), on Friday led his faction to the Independent National read more PDP crisis: Turaki, Wike factions engage INEC over party legitimacy ahead of 2026 polls

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4 h. ago FULL SPEECH: Tinubu promises consolidation of reforms, shared prosperity at 2026 budget presentation

Read the full speech of President Bola Tinubu’s 2026 budget presentation to the National Assembly, outlining economic reforms and shared prosperity goals. Read More: https://punchng.com/full-speech-tinubu-promises-consolidation-of-reforms-shared-prosperity-at-2026-budget-presentation/

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4 h. ago FULL SPEECH: Tinubu presents 2026 budget to National Assembly

I appear before this Joint Session of the National Assembly, in fulfilment of my constitutional duty, to present the 2026 Appropriation Bill of the Federal Republic of Nigeria

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4 h. ago FG approves N32.9bn BHCPF payout to enhance primary healthcare nationwide

“The focus is not just on spending money, but on results on making sure that funds reach the frontline...

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5 h. ago Security, health top priorities as Tinubu proposes ₦58.47trn 2026 budget

President Bola Tinubu on Friday placed security, health and human capital development at the centre of Nigeria’s 2026 fiscal plan, read more Security, health top priorities as Tinubu proposes ₦58.47trn 2026 budget

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5 h. ago JUST IN: Tinubu Presents ₦58.47trn 2026 Budget, Defence To Gulp ₦5.41trn

Tinubu pegged the capital expenditure at ₦26.08 trillion and put the crude oil benchmark at US$64.85 per barrel. The post JUST IN: Tinubu Presents ₦58.47trn 2026 Budget, Defence To Gulp ₦5.41trn appeared first on Channels Television.

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5 h. ago UPDATED: Tinubu Presents ₦58.18trn 2026 Budget Proposal To NASS As Defence Takes ₦5.41trn

Tinubu pegged the capital expenditure at ₦26.08 trillion and put the crude oil benchmark at US$64.85 per barrel. The post UPDATED: Tinubu Presents ₦58.18trn 2026 Budget Proposal To NASS As Defence Takes ₦5.41trn appeared first on Channels Television.

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6 h. ago Tinubu presents 2026 budget, proposes N5.41tn allocation for security

President Tinubu presents Nigeria’s 2026 budget of N58.18tn, allocating the largest share of N5.41tn to security to combat terrorism and banditry. Read More: https://punchng.com/tinubu-presents-2026-budget-proposes-n5-41tn-allocation-for-security/

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6 h. ago Tight security at N’Assembly ahead of Tinubu’s 2026 budget presentation

Intense security measures are in place at the National Assembly ahead of President Bola Tinubu’s presentation of the 2026 budget to a joint session. Read More: https://punchng.com/tight-security-at-nassembly-ahead-of-tinubus-2026-budget-presentation/

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