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 In a recent address in Lagos, President Bola Tinubu acknowledged the presence of poverty and suffering in Nigeria, emphasizing that these challenges are not unique to the country. The statement was made during a visit from a National Assembly delegation, led by Senate President Godswill Akpabio, to celebrate Eid-el Kabir.President Tinubu highlighted the...

 In a recent exchange, former Vice President Atiku Abubakar attributed Nigeria's economic challenges to the "poor policies" of President Bola Tinubu. However, the Presidency responded, accusing Atiku of hypocrisy and failing to propose better policy alternatives. Atiku criticized Tinubu's economic policies, stating that they are causing pain, despair, and...

 Residents of Minna, the capital of Niger State, voiced their frustration on Monday by staging a protest against the soaring cost of living in the country. The demonstrators, consisting of women and youths, took to the streets, blocking major roads in the metropolis while chanting protest songs. Despite the visible presence of security agents, including...

 Nigerian police have successfully rescued five sisters who were kidnapped in Abuja, the country's capital. The joint police-army operation took place in the Kajuru forest in Kaduna State on Saturday night, where the girls were being held hostage. The abduction occurred earlier this month, and one of the sisters was tragically killed during the incident....

 Ghanaian players and fans faced disappointment and tears as the Black Stars exited the Africa Cup of Nations during the group stage. This marks the second consecutive AFCON edition in which Ghana has suffered an early exit, following their defeat to Tunisia in the 2019 tournament. Despite being favorites to qualify from their group, losses to Cape Verde...

 On Tuesday, the Federal Government inaugurated four Reform Task Teams with the goal of expediting the realization of presidential objectives for the housing sector in Nigeria. The Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Mr. Ahmed Dangiwa, stressed the importance of unlocking the sector's massive potential for fostering inclusive economic growth.The...

 Nigerians expressed their approval on Tuesday as President Bola Tinubu took a decisive step to reduce the size of his entourage for domestic and international travels by 60%. This move aims to curb excessive spending on travel.The austerity measures extend to all federal ministries, departments, and agencies, including the Office of the President, Office...

 The Federal Government, through the Ministry of Industry, Trade and Investment, is collaborating with major companies operating under the pioneer status of the National Sugar Master Plan to address the escalating price of sugar and enhance local sugar production capacity in Nigeria. Minister of Industry, Trade and Investment, Dr. Doris Uzoka Anite, made...

 In the aftermath of the suspension of the Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation, Abel Olumuyiwa Enitan, the ministry's Permanent Secretary, has assumed the responsibilities of the ministry. This transition aligns with the directive issued by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, who suspended Betta Edu on Monday, citing alleged payments of public...

 The year 2023 marked the tenth anniversary of the partial privatization of the power sector, where the Federal Government relinquished its 60% stakes in 11 electricity distribution companies and either sold or concessioned seven power generation plants. Despite this move toward privatization, electricity supply has remained inconsistent, leaving consumers...

 Former Minister for Youth Development and Sports, Bolaji Abdullahi, has revealed that during the fuel subsidy removal crisis in 2012, former President Goodluck Jonathan implemented measures to reduce the cost of governance. Abdullahi disclosed that Jonathan limited each minister to the use of only two cars and discontinued first-class travel for cabinet...

 President Bola Tinubu has given his approval for public universities currently under the Integrated Payroll and Personnel Information System (IPPIS) to exit the payment platform. The Minister of Education, Prof. Mamman Tahir, revealed this development shortly after the Federal Executive Council meeting presided over by President Tinubu.Providing further...

 Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has publicly stated his willingness to testify on behalf of Nigeria in the $2.3 billion disputed Mambilla power contract involving former Minister of Power and Steel, Olu Agunloye. The disagreement has led to a legal battle at the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) in Paris, France, where Sunrise Power and Nigeria...

 Olu Falae, former Secretary to the Government of the Federation and Minister of Finance, has called on the federal government to address the issue of Nigerian refineries by repairing them and subsequently selling the facilities to capable operators. Falae emphasized the importance of crude oil, the nation's natural resource, suggesting that it should be...

 Protesters surged onto the premises of the National Assembly in Abuja on Wednesday, responding to the Sunday bombing of a village in Kaduna State. Occupying the entrance gate for over two hours, the demonstrators called for justice for the victims and issued a challenge to the Minister of Defence, Abubakar Badaru, urging him to fulfill his responsibilities...

 The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has sounded an alarm regarding the widespread resignation of lecturers from Nigerian universities, causing a significant shortage of staff in various departments and units. The union attributes this exodus to factors such as poor and delayed salaries, unpaid allowances, inadequate infrastructure, lack of...

 The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has issued a circular titled 'Prohibition of Usage Of Ghana Must Go', announcing a ban on the use of 'Ghana Must Go' travel sacks by passengers at all of the country's airports. The ban specifically applies to passengers traveling through the nation's international airports. The circular, dated November...

 In a successful joint operation, troops from the Nigerian Army, in collaboration with local vigilantes, managed to rescue six hostages who had been abducted by bandits in the dense forest of Shanga Local Government Area in Kebbi. The operation, conducted by the troops of 1 Battalion stationed at Dukku Barracks in Birnin Kebbi, alongside vigilant community...

 Burna Boy has secured the top spot on the Billboard Year-End U.S. Afrobeats Artists Chart, reaffirming his global influence. The Grammy-winning Nigerian singer's accomplishment is notable, with Rema following closely in the second position. The chart also features talented artists like Tems, Libianca, and Wizkid in the third, fourth, and fifth spots, respectively.The...

 The Federal Government has given its approval for the establishment of the National Education Repository and Databank (NERD) system, as revealed by the Minister of Education, Prof Tahir Mamman. During a stakeholders' engagement program in Abuja, Mamman announced that the Federal Executive Council (FEC) not only approved the establishment of the National...