Browsing Tag
Economy
524 posts
Peter Obi labels President Tinubu’s remarks on national hunger as insensitive
Peter Obi has criticized President Tinubu for dismissing the severity of the current hunger crisis in Nigeria, arguing that the administration's policies have significantly worsened living conditions for millions.
Experts cite structural gaps as reason for foreign dominance in Nigerian logistics
CRFFN Registrar Kingsley Igwe and trade expert Dera Nnadi argue that foreign dominance in Nigeria's logistics sector is driven by systemic professional and capital deficiencies rather than nationality.
Friday Morning Roundup: Key Highlights from Nigerian News
A summary of today's top Nigerian headlines, covering presidential directives, labor strikes, electoral security, and various government investigations.
Government and Labor Unions Diverge Over Allocation of Fuel Subsidy Savings
The Nigerian Federal Government and labor unions are at odds over the use of fuel subsidy savings, with officials citing debt servicing and salary hikes while union leaders demand evidence and allege financial mismanagement.
Wamakko Calls for State of Emergency on Building Expenses
Former REDAN president Dr. Aliyu Wamakko argues that the federal government must address the surging cost of construction materials rather than implementing rent controls to solve Nigeria's housing crisis.
Newspaper Headlines: Suffolk Wildfires and Potential World Cup Boycotts
UK newspapers lead with coverage of a large wildfire in Suffolk and a coordinated threat by Uefa to boycott the World Cup over commercial disagreements with Fifa.
President Tinubu Advises Governors to Prioritize Road Networks Over Unneeded Flyovers
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has urged governors to shift focus from building unnecessary flyovers to developing essential road networks, noting that state revenues have significantly increased.
APC Chief: Tinubu’s Infrastructure and Human Capital Push Will Secure $1 Trillion Economy
APC National Chairman Prof. Nentawe Goshwe Yilwatda states that President Tinubu’s focus on infrastructure and human capital is the essential path to achieving a $1 trillion Nigerian economy.
Bank of England maintains rates while monitoring Middle East conflict
The Bank of England has held interest rates at 3.75% but warned that further conflict in the Middle East could force an increase to combat rising energy-driven inflation.
Omoyele Sowore Criticizes President Tinubu Over Hunger Remarks
Activist Omoyele Sowore has attacked President Bola Tinubu's assertion that hunger in Nigeria predates his birth, questioning the president's true motivations for seeking office.