Atiku queries Tinubu over suspicious N12.8trn service-wide vote
Atiku zeroed in on the Ministry of Budget and Economic Planning, where he said N2.19 trillion of the SWV is listed as personnel costs, dwarfing the N54.8 billion allocated for salaries at the Federal Ministry of Finance. "Who exactly are the workers earning ₦2.19 trillion? Where are they? What offices do they occupy? What agencies do they belong to?" he asked, describing the figures as budgetary absurdity rather than legitimate planning.
Dollar to Naira exchange rate today, July 20, 2026
The naira traded relatively stable against the United States dollar at the official Nigerian Foreign Exchange Market (NFEM) on Monday, July 20, 2026, while the parallel market continued to quote the greenback at a premium.
Senegal President Diomaye Faye elected new ECOWAS chairman
Faye emerged as the new leader of the regional bloc during the 69th Ordinary Session of the ECOWAS Authority held in Sierra Leone.
NIMASA, UNILAG Business School explore partnership on maritime research
Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency, NIMASA, and the University of Lagos Business School have commenced discussions on collaboration to strengthen research
Cucurella praises Spain’s ‘incredible’ defence after World Cup win
Coach Luis de la Fuente’s team conceded just one goal in their eight games at the 2026 tournament — the fewest by any side in a World Cup-winning campaign.
Trump speaks to Canada PM at World Cup after wildfire threats
Trump threatened Canada with tariffs before Sunday’s match, which the smoke had threatened to disrupt.
