Tinubu Says 67,000 Nigerians Have Accessed Credit Guarantee Scheme
President Tinubu says 67,512 borrowers have received NCGC-backed credit, with ₦46.95bn in loans unlocked and over 661,000 jobs supported.
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Hamzat Declares Himself Best Candidate For Lagos Governorship
Kadri Hamzat has declared himself the best candidate for Lagos governorship in 2027, citing his deep understanding of the state’s history, politics and years in government.
Atiku Urges Tinubu To Raise N70,000 Minimum Wage
Atiku Abubakar has called on President Tinubu to raise the minimum wage, saying the N70,000 floor buys only 50 litres of petrol amid rising living costs.
FG Seeks $1.5bn World Bank Loans As Debt Hits N166.79tn
The Federal Government is negotiating $1.5bn in new World Bank loans for climate resilience, social protection and child development as public debt climbs to N166.79tn.
APC Chapters Reject Wike’s Coalition, Demand Defection
APC state chapters have rejected Wike’s Rainbow Coalition, demanding he formally join the party as a rift over Tinubu’s 2027 campaign structure deepens.
Anambra Government Tells Obi: Governance Is About Welfare, Not Savings
Anambra State Government has challenged Peter Obi’s emphasis on savings left in the treasury, arguing that government should prioritise citizens’ welfare and development.
Nigeria’s Public Debt Rises To N166.79trn In Three Months
Nigeria’s total public debt climbed to N166.79 trillion by June 2026, representing a 4.7 percent increase from the previous quarter.
Iran Proposes Seven-Day Hormuz Plan As Trump Reportedly Rejects Offer
Iran says it has offered a seven-day framework to end hostilities and reopen the Strait of Hormuz, while Trump has reportedly rejected the propo
Nigerian Banks Face Tougher Rules As African Expansion Gets More Complex
Nigerian banks expanding across Africa are being urged to strengthen local compliance and develop indigenous talent as host countries tighten regulatory requirements.
Umahi Rejects Claims Of Favouring Southeast In Federal Road Projects
Works Minister David Umahi has denied allegations of regional bias in federal road projects, saying infrastructure interventions are based on national priorities.