El-Rufai Faces Corruption Charges, NASS Protest Turns Chaotic and Cross River Budget Review

Описание: Nigeria’s political and economic landscape is under intense scrutiny. Former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai is facing corruption and cybersecurity allegations linked to financial transactions and digital infrastructure decisions during and after his tenure. Legal experts weigh in on the scope of the probe, potential penalties under the Cybercrimes Act, and implications for his political future.
At the National Assembly, protests over electoral reforms descended into chaos after security operatives fired tear gas to disperse demonstrators demanding mandatory real-time transmission of election results. We assess the implications for electoral credibility ahead of the 2027 elections.
Meanwhile, President Bola Tinubu has unveiled Nigeria’s Industrial Policy 2025, directing agencies to expedite implementation to boost local manufacturing, job creation, and private-sector participation.
We also examine Cross River State’s 2026 budget expansion against low 2025 performance figures, raising questions about legislative spending exceeding primary healthcare allocations.
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