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Newspapers Review: Andy Burnham’s Vision and Royal Triumphs
Newspapers highlight Andy Burnham's ten-year economic plan and decentralization agenda, while celebrating the Princess of Wales's charity achievements.
Governor Fubara Denounces Unauthorized Foreign Fishing in Nigerian Waters
Rivers State Governor Siminalaye Fubara has called for urgent measures to stop foreign fishing trawlers from illegally exploiting Nigeria's maritime resources without paying taxes.
Ahmed Bala urges Nigerians to focus on productivity instead of criticizing Oluremi Tinubu’s akara remarks
RTIFN Director General Ahmed Bala defends First Lady Oluremi Tinubu, arguing her comments on small businesses were a call for dignity in labor rather than an insult to the unemployed.
Nigeria records 188 million mobile subscriptions as broadband coverage grows
Nigeria's telecommunications sector saw mobile subscriptions climb to 188 million in April 2026, with broadband penetration reaching 55.67 percent as consumers shift to higher-speed networks.
Vice President Shettima Highlights How MSMEs Are Revitalizing Nigerian Communities
Vice President Kashim Shettima reaffirmed the government's commitment to supporting MSMEs as the primary engine of Nigeria's economic growth, noting the creation of 650,000 jobs through infrastructure initiatives and significant financial aid packages.
Senate textile import ban could cost Nigeria 10 million jobs, CPPE warns
The CPPE warns that the Senate's proposed ban on textile imports threatens a N7 trillion industry and the jobs of 10 million Nigerians.
Delta Governor’s aide criticizes public reaction to Remi Tinubu’s business advice
Ossai Ovie Success, an aide to the Delta State Governor, defends First Lady Remi Tinubu's suggestion for women to start small businesses, countering claims that such work is beneath citizens.
APC Leader Defends First Lady Over Comments on Small-Scale Entrepreneurship
APC chieftain Abayomi Nurain Mumuni defends First Lady Oluremi Tinubu's advice on small-scale businesses, arguing that her remarks regarding economic self-sufficiency were widely misunderstood by the public.
Scaling Nigeria’s Cassava Industry Beyond Raw Production
Nigeria dominates global cassava production, but failing to industrialize this supply leaves the country dependent on imports. Moving toward a model of value-added processing is essential for economic growth.
UN Reports Venezuelan Earthquake Damage at 6% of GDP
United Nations officials estimate the financial toll of recent Venezuelan earthquakes at $6.7 billion, highlighting a crisis that has claimed over 1,400 lives and impacted major economic hubs.