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House of Representatives to Reconvene in Abuja Over 2025 Budget Extension
Emergency session scheduled as lawmakers seek to address deadline for federal budget implementation and avert funding gaps
Emergency session scheduled as lawmakers seek to address deadline for federal budget implementation and avert funding gaps
The House of Representatives will reconvene in Abuja for an emergency sitting on Monday, 15 June 2026, to consider the extension of the 2025 federal budget implementation period. This move comes as the current timeline for capital project disbursement nears expiration, raising concerns about ongoing government programmes and spending continuity.
According to officials familiar with parliamentary proceedings, the leadership of the House called the emergency meeting after receiving requests from key ministries and agencies who cited challenges in completing capital projects within the stipulated timeframe. The decision to reconvene follows growing pressure from stakeholders who warned that failure to approve an extension could disrupt vital infrastructure works and social sector spending nationwide.
In recent years, Nigeria has struggled with delays in budget passage and late releases of funds, which have often led to lapses in capital project execution and underperformance in sectors such as health, education, and transportation. Lawmakers say extending the budget cycle would allow ministries more time to utilise allocated funds effectively, especially given ongoing economic reforms and inflationary pressures affecting project costs.
The House Speaker is expected to present a motion seeking approval for the extension during Monday’s plenary. While some lawmakers support the move as necessary for national development, others have raised concerns about potential misuse of funds or reduced oversight if implementation windows are repeatedly prolonged. The opposition could not be immediately reached for comment on the planned session.
If approved by the House, the resolution is likely to be transmitted promptly to the Senate for concurrence. Analysts say that timely action is critical to ensure that federal projects remain on track and that no gap emerges in public service delivery during Nigeria’s current fiscal transition.
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Federal Government Arraigns Over 400 Terrorism Suspects in Abuja Court
Mass trial marks significant step in ongoing efforts to address terrorism; security agencies maintain tight presence at venue
Mass trial marks significant step in ongoing efforts to address terrorism; security agencies maintain tight presence at venue
The federal government on Monday arraigned more than 400 individuals suspected of terrorism before a court in Abuja, signalling one of the largest such proceedings in recent years. The session, which took place on 15 June, drew heightened security and marked a major milestone in ongoing efforts to address terrorism-related offences across the country.
According to sources at the venue, the suspects were brought before the court under tight security. Proceedings began early in the day as judicial officials processed the high volume of cases linked to alleged terrorist activities. Details of the specific charges and identities of the accused were not disclosed as at press time.
The mass arraignment comes amid sustained government efforts to curb insecurity nationwide, particularly in regions affected by violent extremism and banditry. In recent months, authorities have intensified operations against armed groups and have pledged to bring suspected perpetrators to justice through due legal process.
Security personnel from multiple agencies were deployed around the court premises to ensure order and prevent any breach during the arraignment. Officials did not issue public statements regarding individual cases but emphasised that all suspects would be accorded fair trial rights as guaranteed by Nigerian law.
The proceedings are expected to continue in coming weeks as courts work through a backlog of security-related cases. Legal analysts note that successful prosecution of these suspects could strengthen public confidence in Nigeria’s justice system and signal greater accountability for those accused of violent crimes.
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Lagos Residents Protest Poor Waste Collection as PSP Operators Demand Higher Fees
LAWMA faces mounting complaints over delayed refuse evacuation amid rising diesel costs and alleged illegal dumping by operators
LAWMA faces mounting complaints over delayed refuse evacuation amid rising diesel costs and alleged illegal dumping by operators
Residents in several parts of Lagos State have expressed frustration over delays in household waste collection, even as Private Sector Participants (PSP operators) push for higher monthly fees citing increasing fuel and logistics costs. The complaints, which peaked this June, come as many neighbourhoods report that refuse has gone uncollected for weeks despite regular payments to licensed operators.
The Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) oversees a network of PSP operators responsible for residential and commercial waste removal across the state. Residents pay these operators directly, but recent weeks have seen a surge in reports of missed pickups and piles of rubbish accumulating in streets and drainage channels. Some residents also allege that certain operators have dumped collected waste at unauthorised sites—such as roadsides and open spaces—instead of transporting it to official landfills, a practice believed to reduce costs for the operators but worsen environmental hazards in affected communities.
PSP operators argue that surging diesel prices, vehicle maintenance expenses, and rising spare parts costs are undermining their ability to provide consistent service at current rates. While acknowledging these economic pressures, many residents remain dissatisfied, insisting that service quality has deteriorated even as they continue to pay the agreed fees. “We keep paying every month but our streets are still filled with refuse,” one resident said during a community meeting.
According to LAWMA figures, its officials and PSP partners evacuated more than 418,500 tonnes of waste across Lagos in May 2026 alone and cleared 173 waste black spots within the state. The agency also received 474 complaints or service requests during the same period. LAWMA’s Managing Director attributed operational setbacks to heavy rainfall affecting disposal infrastructure and causing logistical strain during the wet season. However, the authority did not address specific allegations regarding illegal dumping by some PSP operators.
The situation has left many communities worried about blocked drains leading to increased risk of flooding and disease outbreaks as the rainy season deepens. Public health experts warn that accumulated refuse can serve as breeding grounds for mosquitoes and other disease vectors. Until both residents—who must properly bag and sort their waste—and PSP operators—who must collect and legally dispose of it—fulfil their obligations, stakeholders say the cycle of unreliable service is likely to persist.
Source: https://www.pulse.ng/story/lagos-residents-complain-poor-waste-collection-2026061510374466653
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Plateau State Confirms Five Deaths, 11 Cases in Fresh Cholera Outbreak
Health officials urge residents to maintain hygiene as North-Central state records fatalities and rising infections
Health officials urge residents to maintain hygiene as North-Central state records fatalities and rising infections
At least five people have died and 11 cases have been confirmed following a fresh outbreak of cholera in Plateau State. Health authorities disclosed the figures on Monday, raising concerns over the rapid spread of the disease within the North-Central state.
According to officials, the confirmed cases were identified through ongoing surveillance and laboratory testing across affected communities. The outbreak has prompted an immediate public health response aimed at curbing further transmission. Local health workers are carrying out awareness campaigns and distributing water purification tablets to vulnerable households.
Cholera remains a significant threat in several Nigerian states, especially during the rainy season when contaminated water sources become more common. Plateau has witnessed periodic outbreaks in recent years, with health experts attributing persistent cases to limited access to clean water and poor sanitation infrastructure.
Authorities have advised residents to practise proper handwashing, boil drinking water, and report symptoms such as severe diarrhoea and vomiting to the nearest health facility. “We are intensifying efforts to identify new cases early and provide prompt treatment,” a senior health official stated, while also calling on community leaders to support government initiatives.
Further containment measures are being planned by the state Ministry of Health as at press time. The government has appealed for cooperation from residents, warning that failure to observe hygiene precautions could result in additional fatalities.
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