Breaking News Bulletin for Nigeria — Wednesday, August 5, 2026: Tinubu approves up to 80% salary increase for armed forces, nationwide protests kick off under Take‑It‑Back Movement, and INTERPOL flags AI‑driven cybercrime as a growing threat. Good morning National Politics & Governance Tinubu raises military pay President Bola Tinubu approved salary increases of 30–80% for Nigeria’s armed forces personnel effective September 1, 2026. About 250,000 officers will benefit, raising the annual wage bill from ₦660bn to ₦924bn. Read More: Full Story Electoral Act ruling A Federal High Court in Abuja dismissed the NDC’s suit challenging provisions of the Electoral Act 2026, ruling they complement the Constitution. Read More: Full Story Police invite VeryDarkMan Social media activist Martins Vincent Otse, aka VeryDarkMan, was invited to substantiate allegations against AIG Moshood Jimoh. Read More: Full Story