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Ceasefire Row: Trump Accuses Nigerian Source Of Misinformation
Trump Raises Alarm Over Alleged False Report FORMER United States President Donald Trump has accused a Nigerian-based platform of originating what he described as “fake news” regarding Iran’s response to a proposed ceasefire. In a series of social media posts, Trump alleged that the report, which was widely circulated by CNN, falsely claimed to reflect […]
NNPC Launches Cawthorne Crude, Ships First Cargo To Netherlands
New Crude Grade Enters Global Market NIGERIAN National Petroleum Company has announced the export of a new crude oil grade, known as the Cawthorne blend, marking a fresh milestone in Nigeria’s oil sector. In a statement released on Tuesday, the national oil company confirmed that the maiden cargo of the crude was shipped to the […]
Deadlines, Dogfights & Diplomacy: Inside The 40-Day Conflict That Shook The Middle East
UN Delays Strait of Hormuz Vote Amid Escalating Tensions AS the conflict between the United States, Israel, and Iran entered its 35th day, global diplomatic efforts showed signs of strain, with the United Nations postponing a critical vote on securing the Strait of Hormuz. The delay reflected deep divisions among global powers over how to […]
1% Turnover Tax Sparks Fears For Small Businesses
Policy Shift Targets Informal Economy NIGERIA’S new tax framework introducing a 1 percent turnover levy on small businesses is generating concern among analysts and operators in the informal sector. Unlike traditional taxation based on profit, the turnover tax applies directly to revenue, meaning businesses may be required to pay taxes even when they are not […]
Nigeria ‘On The Brink’: CSOs Sound Alarm Over Insecurity, Hardship
CSOs Warn of Deepening National Crisis A coalition of 52 civil society organisations, including ActionAid Nigeria, Centre for Democracy and Development, Yiaga Africa and Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project, has warned that Nigeria is edging toward collapse due to worsening governance failures. In a joint statement titled “A Call to Action by Nigerian Civil Society […]
Dangote Refinery Slashes Petrol Price To ₦1,200 As Crude Oil Falls
Refinery Reverses Price Hike DANGOTE Refinery has reduced the ex-gantry price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) by ₦75, bringing it down to ₦1,200 per litre. The adjustment comes just weeks after the refinery raised its price to about ₦1,275 per litre amid volatility in global oil markets. Industry sources confirmed the latest price cut on […]
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Security Crisis In Nigeria: Bwala Responds To Hasan’s Questions
By MARY EFOMBRUH Q&A: Mehdi Hasan vs Daniel Bwala Mehdi Hasan: Since President Tinubu took office, insecurity has worsened. Nigeria is now one of the deadliest countries in the world. Amnesty International reports document thousands of killings and kidnappings continuing under this administration. Are you proud of that record? Daniel Bwala: I’m not aware. Mehdi Hasan: […]
Bwala Says Past Criticism Of Tinubu Is ‘Politics’, Defends Al Jazeera Appearance
Bwala Responds to Interview Backlash SPECIAL Adviser to the President on Media and Policy Communication, Daniel Bwala, has responded to criticism that followed his recent interview on Al Jazeera, stating that he remains ready to defend the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu before any interviewer anywhere in the world. Bwala spoke on Saturday for […]
Campus Housing Crisis: Who Really Controls Student Futures?
Beyond Tuition: The Hidden Housing Burden in Nigerian Universities HIGHER education in Nigeria has long been framed as an affordable alternative to private institutions. Federal tuition remains comparatively low. Yet for thousands of students, affordability ends where accommodation begins. A new financial hierarchy now defines university life — one where landlords, agents and property developers […]
Business
Africa, Caribbean Get $10 Billion Lifeline As Middle East Conflict Bites
Emergency Response to Escalating Global Crisis IN response to the economic fallout from the Middle East conflict, the African Export-Import Bank has launched a $10 billion Gulf Crisis Response Programme (GCRP) to support African and Caribbean economies. The initiative comes amid escalating tensions that have disrupted global energy markets, trade routes, and financial systems, with […]
Top 10 African Currencies Reveal Economic Stability Divide
Currency Strength Reflects Economic Realities NEW data for March 2026 highlights a widening gap in the strength of African currencies, offering fresh insight into the continent’s economic stability, trade performance, and monetary policy effectiveness. Leading the rankings is Tunisia, whose dinar remains Africa’s strongest currency at an exchange value of 2.93 per US dollar. Analysts […]
Tinubu, Dangote Lead Nigeria’s Charge At Africa CEO Forum 2026
Africa’s Economic Future Takes Centre Stage A critical conversation about Africa’s economic future will unfold in Kigali as top leaders gather for the Africa CEO Forum 2026. Among those expected is Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, alongside a wide network of global investors, executives, and policymakers. The forum, scheduled for 14–15 May, aims to chart […]
From Abundance To Waste: Poor Roads Cripple Anambra Fishing Hub
Rural Isolation Threatens Livelihoods in Anambra Fishing Community IN Umuoba Anam, a riverine community in Anambra West, the promise of economic prosperity from abundant fishing resources is being undermined by a basic but critical challenge—lack of access roads. Community leaders and residents have appealed to Governor Chukwuma Soludo to prioritise the construction of road infrastructure […]
Politics
Power, Defections & Control: Inside The Battle For Delta APC
A Party in Transition or Turmoil? THE crisis rocking the Delta State chapter of the All Progressives Congress has exposed deep structural tensions triggered by mass political defections and competing power blocs. What initially appeared to be a strategic consolidation of political strength—following the defection of key figures from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP)—has instead […]
Power Struggles, Protests Trail Edo APC Ward Congress Outcome
Post-Congress Crisis Exposes Fault Lines in Edo APC THE Edo State chapter of the All Progressives Congress is facing mounting internal tensions following allegations of irregularities in the conduct and outcome of its ward congresses. Rather than consolidating party unity, the confirmation of the state chairman appears to have triggered a wave of discontent among […]
Borrowed Future: Inside Nigeria’s 2026 Budget Crisis
A Budget Built on Borrowing IT began as a routine glance at the numbers, but the deeper the figures revealed themselves, the harder they became to ignore. Nigeria’s 2026 budget is not just a fiscal document—it is a window into a system under strain. The country’s debt has now crossed the $100 billion mark. In […]
Between Soldiers & Civilians: Nigeria’s Governance Dilemma
By UGOJI MAXIMILLIAN Historical Context: The End of Military Dominance NIGERIA’S political evolution has been shaped by alternating periods of military and civilian rule. The transition in 1999, which brought Olusegun Obasanjo to power, marked the end of prolonged military governance and the beginning of the Fourth Republic. Military regimes, led by figures such as Ibrahim […]