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Economy/Business

FEC Approves N58.4 7trn For 2026 Budget Proposal

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Nigeria’s 2026 budget proposal of N58.47 trillion signals a strategic shift, prioritizing fiscal consolidation over expansion, with spending growth driven by mandatory obligations like debt service and wages rather than new discretionary projects. The plan confirms a structural move away from oil dependence, as non-oil revenues now constitute two-thirds of total receipts, anchored by corporate tax and VAT. While the budget reflects conservative assumptions, the increased deficit is attributed to these fixed costs, with financing focused on domestic borrowing and concessional

Entertainment

NFVCB Wants Modification Of Film Title ‘A Very Dirty Christmas’

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The Nigerian film regulator, the NFVCB, has formally requested a title change for the film “A Very Dirty Christmas” following a complaint from the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), which deemed the title offensive to the Christian faith. While the board initially approved the title based on the film’s fictional content and creative expression, it is now prioritizing public perception and religious sensitivity over its original regulatory stance. This action demonstrates the NFVCB’s attempt to balance artistic freedom with social responsibility, using its legal

Elections

Former SDP Presidential Candidate Urges INEC To Respect Party Autonomy

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A recent Supreme Court ruling has decisively affirmed the autonomy of political parties, mandating that Nigeria’s electoral commission (INEC) must not interfere in their internal leadership and candidate nomination processes. This judicial precedent, which fined INEC for overreach, establishes a crucial safeguard for opposition parties and a multi-party democracy by ensuring a level playing field. The core takeaway is that electoral bodies must act as impartial referees, not participants, in party affairs to prevent manufactured crises. This ruling strengthens party independence

Aviation

Aviation Ministry goes digital to end paper-based processes

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Nigeria’s Ministry of Aviation and Aerospace Development has launched a pivotal digital transformation, replacing paper-based systems with a secure, government-owned Enterprise Content Management System. This strategic shift is critical for a safety-intensive sector, as it eliminates bureaucratic delays, secures vital documentation, and ensures timely, data-driven decisions. The move transcends mere efficiency, representing a fundamental commitment to national digital sovereignty and reliable service delivery. By joining a unified government cloud platform, the ministry sets a new standard for operational integrity and modern governance

General News

State police: What I told U.S, European partners-Tinubu

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President Tinubu has committed to implementing state police to international partners, framing it as a critical measure to enhance national security. He simultaneously linked this security imperative to internal party strength and grassroots governance, demanding direct funding for newly autonomous local governments to make their mandate meaningful. The administration’s strategy positions the APC’s nationwide political dominance as the foundation for executing these reforms, while leadership warnings highlight that maintaining this success requires disciplined internal cohesion and greater inclusion of women. Ultimately, the government is weaving together security policy, constitutional

General News

Katsina reclaims ₦10bn worth landed assets from Kaduna, FCT

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Katsina State has successfully reclaimed ₦10 billion in long-lost landed assets, including 37 properties in Kaduna and 15 hectares in the FCT, by leveraging the original 1987 state-creation gazette. This recovery, stemming from a decisive audit initiative, highlights a critical failure in post-creation asset management over nearly four decades. The government is now implementing a robust, state-wide surveillance system to secure these assets and prevent future loss or underutilization. This case establishes

Defence/Security

NAF to focus on intelligence-driven operations – CAS

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The Nigerian Air Force is implementing a new command philosophy centered on intelligence-driven operations and enhanced personnel welfare to decisively confront complex national security threats. This strategy directly links mission readiness to standardized training, technological innovation, and a “Welfare for Enhanced Warfare” policy aimed at boosting motivation and operational discipline. Success now hinges on leadership’s ability to execute effectively with provided resources, maintaining sustained pressure on adversaries through a synergistic and mission-ready force. Ultimately, this represents a holistic shift from routine engagement to a framework where

Foreign

EU agrees to provide Ukraine with €90bn

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The EU has approved a €90 billion support package for Ukraine covering 2026-27, ensuring critical financial stability. Crucially, the loan’s repayment is uniquely conditional: Ukraine will only repay it after Russia pays war reparations, with frozen Russian assets serving as the ultimate collateral. This structure directly ties the financing to holding Russia accountable, creating a novel legal and economic mechanism. The agreement averts an imminent Ukrainian budget crisis, securing its defense industrial base while strategically leveraging frozen assets to underwrite long

Foreign

UN marks 1st Int’l Day against Colonialism, celebrates migrant contributions

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The UN’s inaugural International Day against Colonialism highlights that while over 60 territories have achieved independence, 17 non-self-governing territories remain and colonial-era power structures persist within global institutions like the UN Security Council. Concurrently, International Migrants Day underscores the immense economic value of migrants, exemplified by Venezuelan migrants contributing over $10.6 billion annually to Latin American economies. However, migration is occurring within an increasingly perilous environment marked by record displacement and migrant deaths. The core conclusion is

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