President Bola Ahmed Tinubu

Kwara State kidnapping crisis and aftermath

7 clusters · 69 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Kwara State residents allege security personnel involvement in banditry ransoms

Following the February 2026 attacks on the Woro and Nuku communities in Kwara State’s Kaiama LGA, which left dozens dead and hundreds abducted, security forces launched a joint operation on 5 August 2026. Coordinated by

Nigeria insurance recapitalisation and regulatory updates

15 clusters · 35 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: NICON Insurance enters provisional liquidation after licence revocation

The Nigerian insurance sector’s 12-month recapitalisation programme, introduced under the 2025 Insurance Industry Reform Act, has concluded. By 22 August 2026, the National Insurance Commission (NAICOM) confirmed that 50

Nigeria virtual asset tax and regulatory regime

8 clusters · 26 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: Nigeria leads globally in potential cryptocurrency tax revenue

In August 2026, Nigeria implemented a comprehensive tax framework for virtual assets. The Nigeria Revenue Service (NRS) clarified that existing income tax and stamp duty rules apply to cryptocurrencies, stablecoins, NFTs

Nigeria fiscal reforms drive revenue surge and subsidy debt

35 clusters · 84 sources · last updated 6 days ago

Latest: Nigeria: Professor warns subsidy return could cripple 15 northern states

Fiscal reforms continue to drive Nigeria’s revenue growth. In the first half of 2026, the Nigeria Revenue Service (NRS) recorded N21.6 trillion in revenue, a 49% increase year-on-year. By July 2026, tax revenues had rise

Nigeria development and economic reform agenda

27 clusters · 79 sources · last updated 9 days ago

Latest: Isaac Fayose criticizes President Tinubu over economic hardship

Since May 2026, Vice President Kashim Shettima has driven a development agenda focused on human capital, bilateral relations, and economic reforms. Key initiatives include the Renewed Hope Baby Support programme, the Nig

Nigeria Tinubu reforms and development

242 clusters · 202 sources · last updated 9 days ago

Latest: Central Bank of Nigeria conducts September Treasury bill auction

In early May 2026, a Quartus Economics report showed Nigeria’s economy accelerating, with 8.34% cumulative GDP growth over 2024–25 and rising business confidence, while the naira posted its strongest weekly gain in month

Nigeria state police reform moves forward

54 clusters · 94 sources · last updated 11 days ago

Latest: Nigeria Police leadership addresses state police reforms and 2027 election security

Nigeria continues its transition toward a dual policing system following the legislative approval of the Constitution (Alteration) (State Police) Bill. A Presidential Working Group, led by Chief of Staff Femi Gbajabiamil

Tinubu’s Renewed Hope: Food, Youth & Women’s Enterprise

26 clusters · 81 sources · last updated 14 days ago

Latest: Nigeria: President Tinubu orders forensic audit of IPPIS and federal agencies

Oluremi Tinubu’s Renewed Hope programme integrates food security, health investment, and livelihood support with political mobilization. In June 2026, she launched the Tinubu Torchbearers (TTB) platform to boost APC gras

Nigeria tourism push expands partnerships and reforms

12 clusters · 17 sources · last updated 15 days ago

Latest: Nigeria tourism stakeholders call for legislative and immigration reforms

Nigeria’s tourism and creative economy drive has intensified through calls for digital transformation, infrastructure upgrades, and regional partnerships. At the 9th Nigeria Tourism Investors Forum and Exhibition (NTIFE)

Nigeria education and scholarship programmes

4 clusters · 18 sources · last updated 16 days ago

Latest: Nigeria launches ₦365 million national academic prize

In August 2026, the Nigerian federal government launched two major initiatives to enhance human capital and academic excellence. The Ministry of Education inaugurated the 2026 National Laureate Programme, also referred t

Nigeria army expansion and pay rise under Tinubu

9 clusters · 71 sources · last updated 17 days ago

Latest: Nigerian Army expands from eight to twelve divisions

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s security overhaul continued through 2026. Following the July 2024 approval of a 28,000-troop increase, the army moved toward a twelve-division structure. By late July 2026, the restructuring

African youth skills, AI & women digital literacy

24 clusters · 48 sources · last updated 18 days ago

Latest: Nigeria addresses youth unemployment through skills training and readiness initiatives

Since late May 2026, a wave of programmes across North-West Africa has expanded vocational slots, digital incubators, and AI-focused training for young people. In Algeria, the Sanâa scheme added 1,366 jobs, while Tunisia

Nigeria gas sector and LPG penetration development

4 clusters · 7 sources · last updated 18 days ago

Latest: Nigeria expands LPG penetration programme to Akwa Ibom

In July 2026, Nigeria moved a key step toward commercialising its indigenous floating LNG capability when UTM Offshore, Seplat Energy and the Nigerian National Petroleum Company signed a gas sales agreement for the UTM F

Dispute over Nigerian tobacco control legislation

3 clusters · 10 sources · last updated 23 days ago

Latest: Nigeria advocacy groups urge President Tinubu to reject tobacco amendment bill

Tobacco control organizations and monitoring groups in Nigeria are opposing proposed amendments to the National Tobacco Control Act 2015. Critics argue that the National Tobacco Control Act (Amendment) Bill 2025 would di

Nigeria NSCDC crackdown on infrastructure crime

2 clusters · 6 sources · last updated 25 days ago

Latest: Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps calls for enhanced intelligence and infrastructure protection

In late July 2026, the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), under the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, shifted to intelligence‑led operations targeting organised infrastructure crime. These eff