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Nigeria’s federation account hits N23.06tn in 10 months

The Revenue Mobilisation Allocation and Fiscal Commission reported that Nigeria’s Federation Account accrued a total of N23.06 trillion between January and October 2025, signaling a notable boost in the nation’s revenue performance. This figure exceeded the N21.43 trillion recorded for the entire year of 2024. The commission’s Chairman, Dr. Mohammed Shehu, revealed this on Monday […]

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FG shifts fiscal strategy, prioritises savings over borrowing

The federal government on Monday signalled a major shift in its fiscal approach, announcing plans to reduce reliance on borrowing and instead harness nationwide savings as a sustainable solution to Nigeria’s growing debt burden. Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr. Wale Edun, unveiled the new strategy during an interactive session on […]

Seven banks paid N392.53bn in taxes in first half of 2024
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No tax ID, no bank account from January 2026 — FG

The Federal Government has announced a directive stating that, effective January 1, 2026, all taxable Nigerians will be required to obtain a Tax Identification Number or Taxpayer Identification Number in order to operate a bank account within the country. This information was disclosed by the Chairman of the Presidential Committee on Fiscal Policy and Tax […]

Transportation

FEC okays ₦58bn for electric buses, adopts industrial policy

The Federal Executive Council on Wednesday approved five major memoranda from the Ministry of Industry, Trade and Investment. These included Nigeria’s Industrial Policy 2025, the procurement of electric buses, and key infrastructure projects in Lagos. Minister of State for Industry, Trade and Investment, Senator John Owan Enoh, disclosed this while briefing State House correspondents at […]

Business

FG unveils new incentives to attract global mining investors

The Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dele Alake, has unveiled a set of incentives aimed at attracting international mining investors, including duty exemptions on imported equipment and streamlined profit repatriation. He announced the package while leading the Nigerian delegation at the ‘Resourcing Tomorrow’ annual exhibition and conference in London. The minister stated that Nigeria has […]

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FG begins repayment of N4tn GenCos debt with N590bn bond

The Federal Government has commenced repayment of the N4tn owed to Power Generation Companies with the launch of a N590bn first-tranche bond issuance. This initial tranche forms part of the broader N4tn NBET Finance Company Plc Bond Programme and is backed by a Federal Government guarantee. It includes N300bn in cash bonds to be floated […]

Finance

FG rolls over 70% of 2025 capital budget to 2026

The Federal Government has directed ministries, departments and agencies to carry over 70 per cent of their 2025 capital allocations into the 2026 fiscal year, as the administration prioritises completing ongoing projects amid weak revenues and rising fiscal pressures. The directive is contained in the 2026 Abridged Budget Call Circular issued by the Ministry of […]

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FG borrows N4.72tr via treasury bills Q4 2025

The Central Bank of Nigeria has issued Treasury Bills to raise N4.72 trillion in the fourth quarter of 2025. According to BusinessDay, this action is part of the Federal Government’s borrowing plan for the 2025 budget. This figure represents a 168 percent quarter-on-quarter increase when compared to N1.76 trillion sold in Q3’25. The CBN disclosed […]

Policy and Regulations

FG updates biotechnology policy to compete in global bioeconomy

The National Biotechnology Research and Development Agency has convened a multi-stakeholder review and validation workshop focused on updating and strengthening the National Biotechnology Policy to reposition Nigeria for participation in the global bioeconomy. The two-day workshop is scheduled for Dec. 8 to 9, 2025, in Abuja, and has gathered government officials, researchers, and experts to […]

Business

FG bans cash payments to MDAs, orders digitalisation

The Federal Government has unveiled a new digitisation initiative that will overhaul treasury operations, eliminate paper-based workflows, and enforce full transparency across all Ministries, Departments and Agencies starting January 2026. The update was announced on Monday by the Office of the Accountant General of the Federation. The OAGF said the circulars are part of a […]

Seven banks paid N392.53bn in taxes in first half of 2024
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FG unveils committee for fair capital gains tax rollout

The Federal Government has inaugurated the National Tax Policy Implementation Committee, signifying a deliberate shift towards a more predictable and market-aligned rollout of the newly enacted capital-gains-tax provisions. This initiative follows extensive technical engagements with key capital-market institutions, including the Securities and Exchange Commission and Nigerian Exchange Group. The action reflects policymakers’ recognition of the […]

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New tax laws will be fair, respect personal accounts – FG

The Federal Government has reassured Nigerians and investors that the implementation of the newly enacted tax laws will be fair, transparent, and carried out with a strong sense of responsibility. This assurance was given by Mr. Joseph Tegbe, Chairman of the National Tax Policy Implementation Committee, after the committee was inaugurated in Abuja by the […]