6 h. ago CBN expected to prioritise naira stability over appreciation in 2026

…currency projected to trade within N1,470 to N1,520 The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) is expected to prioritise exchange rate read more CBN expected to prioritise naira stability over appreciation in 2026

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6 h. ago Senate Passes ₦43.5trn Revised 2024 Budget, Extends 2025 Fiscal Year

The Senate has approved a revised ₦43.561 trillion 2024 Appropriation Act and a reworked 2025 budget framework, following the passage of the Appropriation (Repeal and Re-enactment) Bills. The bills were considered at the Committee of Supply and plenary, and subsequently passed by voice vote. Senators described the exercise as a significant step toward restoring fiscal […] The post Senate Passes ₦43.5trn Revised 2024 Budget, Extends 2025 Fiscal Year appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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7 h. ago Naira extends gain despite 49.3 percent decline in weekly FX inflows

The naira on Tuesday extended its gains in the official foreign exchange (FX) market despite a sharp decline in weekly read more Naira extends gain despite 49.3 percent decline in weekly FX inflows

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7 h. ago Reps extend 2025 capital budget implementation to March 31, 2026

He explained that the sum of N16.765 trillion was reduced from the capital allocation and rolled over...

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15 h. ago Canada reaffirms commitment to strengthen bilateral agreements with African Nations

Canada has reaffirmed its commitment to advancing trade, investment, and innovation partnerships with Nigeria and the wider African continent, positioning read more Canada reaffirms commitment to strengthen bilateral agreements with African Nations

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15 h. ago Cross River sets pace in women’s economic empowerment nationwide – BudgIT Report

Cross River State has emerged as a national pacesetter in advancing women’s economic empowerment, as the latest State of Women’s read more Cross River sets pace in women’s economic empowerment nationwide – BudgIT Report

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17 h. ago Christmas: Kebbi First Lady Distributes Food, Cash To Vulnerable Groups

The first lady of Kebbi State, Hajiya Zainab Nasare Nasir Idris, has extended Christmas goodwill to vulnerable groups in Zuru Emirate. She distributed food items and cash to the beneficiaries. The donations, made on behalf of the first lady by the permanent secretary, Ministry of Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Hajiya Aisha Muhammad Maikurata, were […]

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22 h. ago Mbah woos Enugu diasporans with vast investment opportunities

Enugu State governor, Peter Mbah, has extended an invitation to Enugu diaspora to explore the state’s abundant business and investment opportunities in health, agriculture and infrastructure. The governor, who spoke during the Enugu Diaspora Homecoming on Monday in Enugu, said his administration had put certain measures in place that would make investment to thrive. Mbah, […]

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24 h. ago Glo Celebrates Christmas, Encourages Compassion Among Nigerians

Telecommunications giant, Globacom has extended warm Christmas greetings to Christians and Nigerians across the country as they join the global community in celebrating the birth of Jesus Christ. In a goodwill message released on Tuesday, the company described Christmas as a season that invites deep reflection, particularly for Christians, while calling on them to live […]

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25 h. ago Increased Pension Enforcement Triggers N233bn Contribution In Q3

Increased enforcement of pension contributions in the public and private sectors of the nation’s economy through the issuance of pension compliance certificates has yielded N233 billion pension contributions in the third quarter of the year. Speaking at the 2025 Annual PenCom Media conference in Lagos at the weekend, the director general, National Pension Commission (PenCom), […]

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25 h. ago 2027: Kwara Group Warns Against Excluding Christians In Governorship Race

The Kwara Inclusion Advocates (KIA) have warned that the continued structural exclusion of Christians from the governorship equation in Kwara State must be addressed ahead of the 2027 elections, insisting that competence and inclusiveness, not identity politics, should shape leadership choices. Speaking at the KIA 2025 Press Conference and Mini Summit held over the weekend […]

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33 h. ago Protesting Edo community blocks highway over blackout, travellers stranded

Residents stage an Edo blackout protest, blocking a major highway over weeks of power outage. Learn why the community is demanding action from BEDC. Read More: https://punchng.com/protesting-edo-community-blocks-highway-over-blackout-travellers-stranded/

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35 h. ago Governor AbdulRazaq Presents N644bn 2026 Budget To Kwara Assembly

Kwara State Governor, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, on Monday presented the 2026 Appropriation Bill to the state House of Assembly for consideration and passage. At least, 65.95 percent of the fiscal plan goes for capital expenditure, while the remaining will go into recurrent, such as supporting the poor and workers’ welfare. Governor AbdulRazaq said the fiscal plan […]

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43 h. ago Federal Capital Administration, Council Sign Agreement To End Revenue Feud

Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) through the Department of Outdoor Advertisement and Signage (DOAS) and the Abuja Municipal Area Council (AMAC) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to end years of jurisdictional conflict. The agreement, signed at the weekend, delineated clear collection responsibilities for taxes, levies, and permits on ‘first-party’ outdoor advertisements and signage […]

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44 h. ago 2026 Budget: Six percent FG allocation to education far below UNESCO, World Bank benchmarks

Contrary to the UNESCO and the World Bank recommendations for developing countries to allocate at least 26 percent or between 20 and 30 percent of their national budgets to education, respectively, Nigeria’s budgetary allocation to the sector is still far below the two global benchmarks. Last week, President Bola Tinubu presented the national budget proposal […]

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47 h. ago EMTL revenue surges 66.1 percent to N222.90bn in H1 2025, outperforms target

Nigeria’s Electronic Money Transfer Levy (EMTL) recorded a strong performance in the first half of 2025, rising to ₦222.90 billion, a 66.1 percent outperformance against the half-year projection of ₦134.17 billion, according to official fiscal data. The robust EMTL showing formed a key pillar of the Federal Government’s revenue performance in the period and has […]

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48 h. ago More states to follow as JRB commends Ekiti, Zamfara on passage of harmonised tax laws

The Joint Revenue Board (JRB) has commended Ekiti and Zamfara States for the passage of their respective Harmonised Taxes and Levies Laws, describing the development as a milestone in Nigeria’s ongoing tax reform agenda and a signal that more states are likely to follow suit. In separate statements issued at the weekend, the Board praised […]

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52 h. ago TUC hails Tinubu, security agencies over rescue of 130 Niger students

The TUC commends President Tinubu and security for the Niger students rescue, freeing 130 pupils and bringing relief to the nation after weeks of anguish. Read More: https://punchng.com/tuc-hails-tinubu-security-agencies-over-rescue-of-130-niger-students/

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57 h. ago PICTORIAL: Ogbomoso Monarch Marks 2nd Anniversary, Installs Saka Balogun, Ex

The Soun of Ogbomosoland, Oba Ghandi Afolabi Olaoye, Orumogege III, at the weekend, marked his second anniversary on the throne with the installation of prominent sons and daughters of Ogbomoso land as High Chiefs The event, which coincided with the second day of the ongoing 2nd Ogbomoso Cradles Carnival, attracted Indigenes and guests from within […]

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57 h. ago Naira to remain stable, interest rates easing in 2026 – CBN survey

Borrowing rates are also projected to ease over the same period, with the index declining from 15.4 points to 11.7 points...

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