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Sowore Calls on Federal Government to Cease Using Misleading Economic Metrics
African Action Congress candidate Omoyele Sowore has criticized the Nigerian government for using favorable economic statistics to mask the widespread poverty and hardship caused by recent policy shifts like fuel subsidy removal.
President Tinubu Targets Doubling Livestock Industry’s Economic Value to $64 Billion
President Bola Tinubu has launched a new national strategy aimed at doubling the $32 billion annual economic contribution of Nigeria's livestock sector through modernization and increased investment.
UK Press Roundup: Widespread Drought Conditions and Record Migrant Boat Crossings
Newspapers across the UK are reporting on the widening drought affecting millions, alongside political reactions to a record-setting migrant boat crossing in the English Channel.
Nigerian Naira Shows Strength Against Dollar on August 10, 2026
The naira strengthened against the dollar in official markets on August 10, 2026, while remaining stable in the parallel market.
Atiku Demands Transparency from Tinubu Regarding 27 Trillion Naira Project Deals
Atiku Abubakar has challenged President Tinubu to provide full disclosure regarding 27 trillion naira in government contracts linked to presidential associate Gilbert Chagoury following a report by The Economist.
President Tinubu Unveils Plan to Raise Livestock Sector Value to $64 Billion
President Bola Tinubu has announced a goal to double the $32 billion annual economic impact of Nigeria’s livestock sector, focusing on modernization and job creation through the newly created Ministry of Livestock Development.
NRS Chairman Claims Tinubu’s Reforms Prevented ₦53tn Subsidy and Currency Collapse
Zacch Adedeji, head of the Nigeria Revenue Service, argues that President Tinubu’s economic reforms saved the nation from a massive ₦53 trillion subsidy bill and a potential currency collapse.
Nigerian Fuel Stations Lower Pump Prices Once More
Several Nigerian fuel stations, including those backed by the Dangote Refinery, have lowered petrol prices again, with some locations cutting costs by as much as N50 per litre.
Dangote Refinery Transforms Nigeria Into Domestic Processing Hub
The Dangote Petroleum Refinery is reshaping Nigeria's energy sector by replacing imported fuel with domestic production and expanding into petrochemical manufacturing.
Nigerian News Roundup: Financial Disparities and National Security Debates
This news summary covers bank dividends, JAMB grievance resolutions, national debt servicing figures, and government responses to security and economic policy criticisms.