ICYMI: NBS to Include Drug Trade and Prostitution in GDP Calculation Amid Economic Reforms
The National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) announced plans to include illegal and hidden activities, such as drug peddling and prostitution, in Nigeria’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) calculation. This aligns with the 2008 System of National Accounts (SNA), an international framework for economic measurement. The GDP rebasing will use 2019 as the new base year due […]
Breaking News: EFCC Storms Benin Hotel to Arrest Asue Ighodalo’s Witnesses Without Warrant
Around 3:30 PM this afternoon, operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) arrived at a hotel in Benin City to arrest witnesses associated with Asue Ighodalo. The action was reportedly carried out without an arrest warrant, case, or petition. While the reasons behind the EFCC’s actions remain unclear, it is yet to be […]
PDP HQ Drama: Rival National Secretaries Clash as Police Monitor Protests
Police officers were present at the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) national headquarters on Monday as tensions rose over the position of National Secretary. Samuel Anyawu, the embattled secretary, and Ude Okoye, declared the rightful occupant by the Court of Appeal, were both expected to resume duties. Supporters of Anyawu staged protests, chanting their loyalty, as […]