Month: July 2026
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Lawmaker Labels Failure to Execute Capital Budget an Impeachable Act
Senator Mohammed Tahir Monguno has slammed the government for failing to implement the capital budget, calling the lack of execution an impeachable offense.
Security and Sanitation Risks Mount as Koka Flyover Becomes Informal Settlement
The Koka Flyover in Asaba has become an informal settlement for dozens of people, prompting warnings from local journalists and civil society groups regarding sanitation and security risks.
Abeokuta Road Accident Claims Two Lives After Lexus and Motorcycle Collision
A collision between a speeding Lexus and a motorcycle in Abeokuta, Ogun State, has resulted in two fatalities, prompting the FRSC to issue warnings about the dangers of excessive speed.
UK June borrowing figures show slight improvement
Government borrowing for June landed at £16bn, a figure slightly better than forecasted as Prime Minister Andy Burnham begins his term.
Suspected Boko Haram insurgents spotted relocating families near Lake Chad
A video appearing to show Boko Haram militants moving with their families near Lake Chad has surfaced, highlighting the impact of ongoing Nigerian military operations.
Bature Claims Buba Galadima Damaged Kwankwaso’s Political Career
Kano Governor's spokesperson Sunusi Bature claims Buba Galadima is a political liability who harmed Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso's career, similar to his alleged negative impact on Muhammadu Buhari.
Northern Christian Association challenges N1.9bn budget allocation for churches within N8bn religious funding plan
The Northern Christian Association is demanding transparency from the Federal Government regarding a lopsided budget allocation that assigns N1.91 billion to church projects compared to N6.14 billion for mosque projects.
Nigerian Government Rejects Allegations of Excessive Borrowing
Finance Minister Taiwo Oyedele clarifies that the reported N80tn debt surge under President Tinubu's administration is largely attributed to accounting adjustments and currency depreciation rather than new loans.
Operation HADIN KAI forces capture suspected foreign militant and logistics network in Borno
Troops in Borno State have arrested a Sudanese militant, an illegal immigrant, and six logistics suppliers, seizing a cache of materials including fertilizer and communication equipment.
F1 Insights: Stewarding Decisions and Power Unit Troubles at Spa
BBC Sport's F1 correspondent Andrew Benson explains the reasoning behind recent stewarding decisions, technical power unit mysteries at Mercedes, and the future of the historic Spa-Francorchamps circuit.