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US Report Vindicates Atiku, Exposes Deepening Fiscal Transparency Crisis Under Tinubu — Media Office

Atiku Abubakar says the latest U.S. Department of State Fiscal Transparency Report validates his long-standing criticism of the Tinubu administration's handling of Nigeria's public finances. The report accused the Federal Government of failing to provide comprehensive budget information,...

FG Floats ₦1.1trn Bond Offer, Fixes August 17 Auction Date

Federal Government launches a ₦1.1 trillion FGN bond offer through the Debt Management Office (DMO) to raise long-term domestic financing. Three bond re-openings with coupon rates of 22.60%, 16.2499% and 15.45% will be auctioned on August 17, with...

Customs Busts International Lion Cub Smuggling Ring, Foils Illegal Wildlife Trafficking Network

Customs operatives intercepted two live lion cubs hidden inside crates at Abuja airport while they were being transported for illegal export to Congo-Brazzaville. Three suspects, including the alleged owner of the cubs, the vehicle driver and a Customs...

Yahoo Yahoo Will End In Prison, Ruined Future — EFCC Boss Gives Stark Warning To Nigerian Youths

Olukoyede warns that internet fraud offers only temporary riches but often ends in arrest, prosecution, imprisonment and the forfeiture of illegally acquired assets, destroying the future of young offenders. The EFCC chairman identifies peer pressure and the obsession...

Fubara Slams False Budget Rift Reports, Warns Against Dragging Rivers Into Another Political Storm

Fubara dismisses reports of a fresh budget showdown, insisting there is no disagreement between the Rivers State Executive and the House of Assembly over the 2026 Appropriation Bill. Governor says the 2026 budget is progressing through due legislative process, expressing...

The World Is Watching Osun — Peter Obi Warns Against Bloodshed, Demands Free, Fair Poll

Peter Obi urges INEC, security agencies and political actors to ensure the August 15 Osun governorship election is decided by ballots, not violence. NDC leader calls on security agencies to remain loyal to the Constitution, insisting every voter...

Mob Killers, Video Cheerleaders Risk Murder Charges — IGP Declares Total Crackdown On Jungle Justice

IGP declares all mob killings murder cases, orders nationwide manhunt and prosecution of every identifiable participant without exception. Warns that filming, sharing videos, inciting attacks, mobilising crowds or obstructing police during jungle justice could attract homicide-related charges. Directs...

Tinubu Is Waging War On Opposition, Not Corruption — Atiku Aide Blasts Presidency Over El-Rufai

Paul Ibe accuses President Tinubu of deploying anti-graft agencies and security institutions against opposition figures instead of fighting corruption. Atiku's spokesman cites Nasir El-Rufai's 178-day detention and contrasts it with Senator Francis Fadahunsi's continued freedom despite his controversial...

Air Peace Demands FG Probe After Airport Picketing, Records ₦2bn Loss

Air Peace says it lost more than ₦2 billion after aviation unions' airport picketing crippled its operations, urging the Federal Government to launch a full-scale investigation into the disruption. The airline alleges it was unfairly singled out over...

US Report Exposes Deep Cracks In Nigeria’s Public Finance, Says Transparency Still Failing

Nigeria has failed the United States' minimum fiscal transparency assessment for the second consecutive year, with Washington concluding that the Federal Government made no significant progress in improving budget openness, financial disclosure and accountability throughout 2025. The U.S....

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Felix Ifijeh is a journalist with years of professional reporting experience. Known for his keen news sense, compelling storytelling and commitment to accurate, impactful reporting, he has built a reputation for turning leads into clear, engaging, and well-structured reports that resonate with readers. His work reflects deep newsroom experience and a commitment to accurate, impactful journalism.
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