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Nigeria Breaking News Bulletin — July 21, 2026

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Here’s today’s breaking news bulletin for Nigeria, Tuesday, July 21, 2026: ICPC grilled Femi Gbajabiamila over a controversial investment council scandal, Rabiu Kwankwaso revealed a signed one‑term deal with Peter Obi, and the Federal Government dismissed claims of ₦80 trillion borrowing.  


Good afternoon 


Politics & Governance

Gbajabiamila grilled by ICPC

President Tinubu’s Chief of Staff appeared before ICPC investigators over the disputed Presidential Foreign Investment Promotion Council (PFIPC). He answered questions before returning to duties.  ➡️READ MORE 


Kwankwaso confirms Obi’s one‑term deal

The NDC vice‑presidential candidate disclosed a signed agreement with Peter Obi to serve only one term if elected in 2027.  ➡️READ MORE 


Tinubu makes fresh appointments

Moshood Akinwande named President of the Surveyors Council of Nigeria, with inauguration set for today in Abuja.  ➡️READ MORE 





Economy & Finance

FG dismisses ₦80 trillion debt claims

Finance Minister Taiwo Oyedele told senators the figure was misleading, attributing it to accounting adjustments rather than fresh borrowing.  ➡️READ MORE 


FG to issue ₦729bn bond

Plans underway to settle debts owed to electricity generation companies through a new bond issuance.  ➡️READ MORE 


Access Holdings sells Ghana stake

The bank completed the sale of 7.44% ownership in its Ghanaian subsidiary.  

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Law & Security

ICPC recovers ₦942m from ghost workers

Federal High Court ordered seizure of funds linked to ghost workers in MDAs.  

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Four policemen caught extorting

Officers set up an illegal checkpoint in Abuja, extorting ₦53,000 via POS before being apprehended.  ➡️READ MORE 


Miyetti Allah leader granted bail

Bello Bodejo, National President of Miyetti Allah Kautal Hore, secured bail from the Federal High Court in Abuja.  ➡️READ MORE





Regional & International

Tinubu condemns xenophobia

At the ECOWAS summit, Tinubu described attacks on Africans in South Africa as “unacceptable” and urged collective action.  ➡️READ MORE 





Community

Traditional ruler dies

Magongo community in Kogi mourns His Royal Highness Sam Bola Ojo, described as a custodian of cultural heritage. Funeral details pending.  ➡️READ MORE


- Stay informed • Stay empowered.

 

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