Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has expressed concern that the most significant defection Nigeria truly needs — the defection of hunger and poverty — is yet to occur. The governor emphasized that while political defections continue to dominate the headlines, the real issue remains the persistent economic hardship faced by millions of Nigerians. Makinde made […]
Federal workers across Nigeria, operating under the umbrella of the Federal Workers Forum (FWF), have called on the Federal Government led by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to fulfill its promise by paying the pending three-month wage award owed to civil servants. In a statement officially signed by the National Coordinator of the Federal Workers Forum, […]
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Archbishop Israel Afolabi Amoo has voiced deep concern over the current state of Nigeria, stating that the nation is at a crucial crossroads marked by complex and multifaceted challenges. According to the Archbishop, the country is grappling with persistent insecurity, economic instability, and rising political tension that continue to threaten national unity and sustainable development. […]
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Nigerian Singer Madrina Speaks on Economic Crisis and Fuel Subsidy Removal Nigerian singer Cynthia Morgan, now known as Madrina, has voiced her concerns over the worsening economic crisis in Nigeria. In a recent TikTok video, she urged President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to take urgent steps to mitigate the hardship caused by the removal of the […]
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Economic Hardship Forcing Bus Drivers into Side Businesses The worsening economic situation in Nigeria has compelled many individuals to adopt unconventional ways to earn a living. Among those affected are commercial bus drivers, who now combine passenger transportation with selling provisions in their vehicles to supplement their income. Reports indicate that in various Nigerian cities, […]
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Federal Government’s Cash Palliatives Plan Faces Criticism from Experts Amidst rising inflation and a depreciating Naira, financial experts have expressed concerns over the Federal Government’s recent plan to distribute N75,000 cash transfers to vulnerable citizens. They argue that this initiative may exacerbate inflation and prove ineffective in tackling poverty, drawing comparisons to similar unsuccessful policies […]
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Nigerian human rights lawyer, Femi Falana, SAN, has openly criticized the administration led by President Bola Tinubu for permitting the Nigerian police to bring charges of treason and terrorism against peaceful protesters, some of whom are minors.These charges were filed following protests that erupted over the significant economic difficulties affecting Nigerians, which many attribute to […]
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The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has instructed its members in states that have yet to implement the 2024 National Minimum Wage Act to initiate an indefinite strike from December 1, 2024. This directive was part of the resolutions from the NLC’s National Executive Council (NEC) meeting held over the weekend. The NLC expressed frustration over […]
