Key Updates: Wike Meets Fubara, Nigeria Disputes World Bank Debt Figures

Federal Capital Territory Minister Nyesom Wike recently met with Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara and local lawmakers in Port Harcourt. This meeting is part of ongoing efforts to reconcile political differences ahead of the 2027 elections.

Meanwhile, the Federal Government has challenged the World Bank’s claim that Nigeria’s interest payments reached N7.7 trillion in the first half of 2026. The Finance Ministry stated that the World Bank’s figures were misleading and did not accurately reflect the country’s financial situation.

In Lagos, hospital staff and patients at P and G Hospital stopped a woman from stealing a newborn baby. The police have arrested the suspect and are searching for another person believed to be involved.

The Presidency has also responded to claims by Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde, who alleged that the Federal Government is withholding N250 billion in dividends from the Nigeria Liquefied Natural Gas company. The government argued that the amount mentioned exceeds the total dividends that have been paid over the years.

In sports, angry fans of the Algerian football team MC Alger reportedly attacked a team official and damaged stadium facilities after their team lost to Enugu Rangers. The incident occurred during a CAF Champions League qualifying match.

In entertainment news, the Nollywood film Agbara Nla: The Return has earned over N307 million, making it the fourth-highest-grossing film in Nigeria for 2026. Additionally, actress Tenia Abraham has passed away at the age of 32 due to a kidney infection.