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Monday, August 24, 2026
Tinubu Moves to Strengthen Nigeria’s Critical Minerals Drive
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is expected to lead a fresh continental push to advance critical minerals development in Africa, as Nigeria seeks to attract investment, expand value addition and position the country more strategically within the global minerals supply chain.
2027: Tinubu, Atiku, Obi Camps Intensify Political Positioning
Political activity is gathering momentum ahead of the 2027 general elections, with the ruling All Progressives Congress and opposition forces sharpening their competing narratives. Discussions around opposition cooperation and the possibility of a unified candidate are also gaining attention, although the camps of Atiku Abubakar and Peter Obi have not indicated readiness to abandon their individual presidential ambitions.
Ndume Challenges Opposition to Focus on Tinubu’s Performance
Former Senate Leader Ali Ndume has urged opposition politicians to concentrate on President Tinubu’s performance in office rather than making the President’s academic credentials the centre of political debate. He made the call as political activities ahead of the 2027 elections intensify.
Tinubu Renews Tenure of NAN MD, NTA Director-General
President Tinubu has approved another three-year tenure for News Agency of Nigeria Managing Director Ali Mohammed Ali and Nigerian Television Authority Director-General Abdulhamid Salihu Dembos. Their renewed tenure is scheduled to commence on October 20, 2026.
Fuel Subsidy Debate Deepens as FG Warns Against Reversal
The Federal Government has renewed its opposition to proposals for the restoration of petrol subsidy, warning that such a policy could undermine fiscal gains from the reforms implemented since 2023. Information Minister Mohammed Idris said returning to the subsidy regime could reverse economic gains and place additional pressure on public finances.
Nigeria’s Revenue Position Strengthens Amid Economic Reforms
Nigeria's public finances have recorded a significant increase in revenues following the removal of petrol subsidy and reforms to the foreign-exchange market. The development has increased funds available to governments at federal, state and local levels, although the broader economic impact of the reforms remains a subject of public debate.
Naira Gains Against Dollar as Forex Supply Improves
The naira recorded a modest improvement against the United States dollar, with official-market data showing the currency closing at about ₦1,346.49 to the dollar. Improved dollar supply has been identified as one of the factors supporting the recent stability.
Bauchi: INEC Fixes September 19 for Assembly By-Elections
The Independent National Electoral Commission has fixed Saturday, September 19, 2026, for by-elections into the Sakwa and Disina State Constituencies of the Bauchi State House of Assembly. The contests are expected to attract considerable political attention as parties position themselves ahead of the 2027 elections.
Nigeria Investigates Alleged Fake Government Agency
The Federal Government has ordered an investigation into the establishment and activities of another alleged fake government agency, the National Brands Development and Made in Nigeria Special Project Office. The development follows an earlier investigation into another purportedly fraudulent government institution and has raised fresh concerns over oversight and accountability within the public sector.
Security and Governance Remain Key Issues Ahead of 2027
As Nigeria moves closer to the 2027 elections, economic hardship, insecurity, public-sector accountability and the performance of the current administration are expected to dominate political campaigns. The emerging contest is increasingly being framed around both the record of the Tinubu administration and competing proposals from opposition parties.
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