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Debt interest payments exceed Nigerian government revenue by 124.2% in H1 2026
The Federal Government spent N7.7tn on debt interest during the first half of 2026, which surpassed its total revenue of N6.2tn for that period.
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Nigerian Army and Anambra State pay tribute to Lt. Gen. Chikaidibia Obiakor
The Nigerian Army and the Anambra State Government honored retired Lieutenant General Chikaidibia Isaac Obiakor, who was the first African UN military adviser.
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Former Representative Sam Onuigbo Urges Accountability for Increased Revenue Following Subsidy Removal
Former lawmaker Sam Onuigbo is calling on citizens to demand that state governors manage the increased Federation Account revenues resulting from the removal of petrol subsidies.
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PDP candidate Ifeanyi Odii denies stepping down for Ebonyi Governor Francis Nwifuru
Chief Ifeanyi Odii, the PDP governorship candidate in Ebonyi State, has rejected reports claiming he withdrew from the 2027 race to make way for Governor Francis Nwifuru.