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FG Doubles January Bond Borrowing to ₦900bn in 2026 Auction

January 21, 2026

The Federal Government of Nigeria has doubled its planned bond issuance for January 2026 to ₦900 billion, marking a significant increase compared with the ₦450 billion raised in January 2025. The debt offering is scheduled for January 26, 2026, with settlement on January 28, 2026, according to documents released by the Debt Management Office (DMO). The January […]

Shettima Commissions Nigerian Pavilion at World Economic Forum in Davos

January 19, 2026

Nigeria’s Vice President, Senator Kashim Shettima, has formally commissioned Nigeria House—the country’s first sovereign pavilion—at the ongoing 2026 World Economic Forum (WEF) held in Davos, Switzerland. The event took place on Monday, January 19, 2026, marking a milestone in Nigeria’s engagement with global economic leadership. Addressing participants at the commissioning ceremony, Shettima described the pavilion […]

“Tomorrow Is Not Here”: Cleric Warns Against Slogan-Driven Governance

January 18, 2026

by Rev. Christopher Nwafor, Enugu A strongly worded commentary by Rev. Christopher Nwafor has sparked debate across Enugu and beyond, challenging the popular political slogan “Tomorrow Is Here” and warning that declarations without planning amount to deception rather than leadership. In a statement released on Tuesday, the cleric argued that political slogans should clarify vision, […]

$9m U.S. Lobbying Contract Sparks Fierce Debate Over Priorities in Nigeria

January 17, 2026

A reported $9 million (about ₦14 billion) lobbying contract approved by the Federal Government to engage a U.S. firm has sparked intense debate across Nigeria’s political landscape. The move has drawn criticism from opposition parties and civil society groups, while ruling party officials defended it as a legitimate tool for managing Nigeria’s global image. The […]

FG Spent N38.2bn on Former Presidents and Vice Presidents in 22 Years

January 17, 2026

The Federal Government has spent about N38.188 billion on the upkeep of former presidents, heads of state and vice presidents and their families over the past 22 years, a Vanguard analysis of federal budgets has shown. The figure covers statutory benefits, allowances and related entitlements from 2005 to 2026. Budget details show that this spending […]

ADC Says Party Does Not Belong to Any Individual Ahead of 2027 Elections

January 16, 2026

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has stressed that the party does not belong to any single person or faction, amid ongoing debates about internal influence and its role as an opposition platform leading up to the 2027 general elections. The statement was made by the party’s interim spokesperson in response to speculation that prominent politicians […]

OYSIEC Sets January 16, 2027 for Oyo Local Government Elections

January 16, 2026

The Oyo State Independent Electoral Commission (OYSIEC) has fixed Saturday, January 16, 2027, for the conduct of local government council elections across the state, the commission announced at the end of its inaugural management meeting in Agodi, Ibadan. In a statement signed by Dr. Babatunde Adeniyi, OYSIEC Chairman, the poll will take place in all […]

Fire Guts Lagos Building, Kills 103-Year-Old Woman

January 16, 2026

A fire outbreak at a residential building on Bola Street, Oyingbo in Lagos State on Friday, January 16, 2026, has claimed the life of a 103-year-old woman, officials from the Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA) said. The blaze also gutted parts of the building and destroyed household items and shops. LASEMA Permanent Secretary Dr. […]

Nigeria’s Economy Still Fragile as World Bank, IMF and NESG Forecast Growth

January 16, 2026

Nigeria’s economy remains uneven and fragile, even as major economic institutions project a stronger growth outlook for 2026, according to a Daily Trust report. The World Bank, International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the Nigerian Economic Summit Group (NESG) have offered forecasts of medium‑term growth but also emphasised persistent risks and the need for policy stability. […]

Tinubu Hails Bisi Akande at 87 as Mentor, Ally and Pillar of Democracy

January 16, 2026

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has honoured Chief Bisi Akande, former Governor of Osun State and pioneer national chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), as the elder statesman marks his 87th birthday. Tinubu described Akande as a mentor, ally and pillar of democracy, recognising his long service to the nation and the progressive movement. In […]