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Atiku: Blaming the press for national hardship is like blaming a thermometer for a fever
Atiku Abubakar has criticized President Tinubu for attacking the media over reports of economic and security crises, arguing that blaming journalists for the nation's hardship is futile.
Rufai Oseni Challenges Bayo Onanuga Over Claims Regarding Nigerian Economic Hardship
Arise TV anchor Rufai Oseni has challenged presidential aide Bayo Onanuga to swear that requests for financial aid from citizens have not spiked since President Tinubu assumed office.
Cross River Customs Intercepts Contraband Valued at N273 Million
Nigeria Customs in Cross River has seized N273.68 million worth of prohibited goods, including vegetable oil and used tyres, following intensified enforcement operations.
Federal Government Stresses Necessity of Private Investment for Nigeria’s Agricultural Growth
The Nigerian government admits it cannot fund agricultural transformation alone, calling for a new blended finance approach to attract private investment and manage sector risks.
Onitsha Main Market Traders Face Hardship Following Mass Demolition
Displaced traders at Onitsha Main Market are struggling to survive after the state government demolished over 10,000 shops four months ago without beginning promised reconstruction.
Mahdi Shehu Criticizes Nigerian Government’s Revenue-Driven Tax Policies
Mahdi Shehu argues that the Nigerian government's focus on aggressive revenue generation is worsening economic hardship and undermining long-term national development.
Nigeria’s Net Foreign Exchange Inflow Declines by 24 Percent
The Central Bank of Nigeria reported a 24 percent monthly decline in net foreign exchange inflow, dropping to $6.92 billion in February 2026 due to reduced capital activity.
Onanuga Questions Narrative of Widespread Hunger in Nigeria
Bayo Onanuga, a spokesperson for the President, has challenged reports of widespread hunger, citing government infrastructure projects and financial aid programs as evidence of positive economic progress.
Naira Has Reached Its Appropriate Market Price, Presidency Claims
Bayo Onanuga, a presidential aide, claims that foreign exchange reforms have allowed the naira to settle at its true market value despite current fluctuations.
Presidency Rejects Claims of Pervasive Hunger in Nigeria
Bayo Onanuga, speaking for the Presidency, argues that economic interventions and infrastructure projects demonstrate that Nigerians are benefiting from the Tinubu administration, rejecting claims of widespread hunger.