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Tragic Stampedes Over Palliatives Highlight Deepening Poverty in Nigeria – PRP

The Peoples Redemption Party (PRP) has expressed profound condolences to the families and communities affected by the tragic stampedes that occurred during recent food distribution events in Ibadan, Oyo State, as well as in Abuja and Anambra. These incidents, which…

Deadly Stampedes Rock Nigeria over Hardship: 22 Confirmed Dead, Dozens Injured in Anambra and Abuja Incidents

Nigeria has been hit by two devastating stampedes in the space of a week, resulting in the loss of at least 22 lives and leaving dozens more injured. The incidents occurred in Anambra and Abuja, and have raised serious concerns…

CNPP Hails NNPC Limited for Port Harcourt Refinery Rehabilitation, Calls for Greater Transparency and Accountability

The Conference of Nigeria Political Parties (CNPP) commended the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Limited) for successfully completing the long-awaited rehabilitation of the Port Harcourt Refinery after several failed self-imposed deadlines. This, according to the CNPP, is a significant…

Mixed Reactions as Port Harcourt Refinery Roars Back After Years of Dormancy

The Port Harcourt Refinery, one of Nigeria’s oldest and largest refineries, has resumed operations after years of dormancy, sparking mixed reactions from Nigerians. The refinery, located in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, has been undergoing rehabilitation and upgrade works since 2019,…

From System Upgrade To ‘Heart Attacks’: Mass Frustration As GTBank’s New Banking System Creates More Problems Than Solutions

Guaranteed Trust Bank (GTBank) is currently trending on social media for the wrong reasons as the bank’s customers in Nigeria are facing continued frustration and disappointment due to persistent transaction failures after a recent system upgrade, while some customers accused…

The Hawk as the Competitor: Navigating Competition with Strategic Market Intelligence

Competitors in the intricate business ecosystem can feel like hawks soaring above – watchful, alert and ready to dive at any promising opportunity. Just as a bird must remain vigilant of potential threats while navigating the skies, businesses must adopt…

MSMD Launches Transformative Mining Policies to Drive Local Content and Economic Growth

In a groundbreaking address at the opening of the 2024 Nigerian Mining Week holding at the Abuja Continental Hotel from November 18–20, the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Solid Minerals Development, Dr Mary Ogbe unveiled a landmark policy requiring all mining…

Delta EXCO Approves N936 Billion Proposed Budget for 2025

Delta State Executive Council, (EXCO), Monday, approved a proposed budget of N936 billion for the 2025 fiscal year. Briefing newsmen after the Exco meeting presided over by Governor Sheriff Oborevwori, the State Commissioner for Economic Planning, Mr Sonny Ekedayen, said…

GOBO: Kogi State Governor Backs Initiative Empowering Small-Scale Entrepreneurs

Kogi State Governor Alh Ahmed Usman Ododo has endorsed the Governor Ododo Business Outreach (GOBO) initiative, aimed at uplifting marginalized groups and providing economic opportunities at the community level. Launched on October 31, 2024, GOBO has already shown positive impact…

Nigeria’s Economic Crossroads: CUPP Calls for Balancing Reforms and Relief

The Coalition of United Political Parties (CNPP) has observed that Nigeria is at a critical juncture, struggling to balance long-term economic reforms with the pressing need for immediate relief. The country’s economic woes, exacerbated by years of poor governance, corruption,…

Nigeria’s Persisting Economic Hardship: CNPP Calls for Policy Reversal to Alleviate Suffering

The Conference of Nigeria Political Parties (CNPP) has called for policy reversal amid persisting economic hardship, expressing skepticism over the recent cabinet reshuffle by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration and warning Nigerians not to expect significant improvements from the changes. …