World Bank: Nigeria Needs to Stop Wasteful Spending to Boost the Economy
The World Bank has criticized the Nigerian government for its ineffective management of expenditures. In its recent Nigeria Development Update, the World Bank urged President Bola Tinubu’s administration to eliminate unnecessary expenses, such as the purchase of vehicles and external training programs. Reports indicate that the Tinubu government has spent billions on SUVs and other […]
Back to Basics: Chewing Sticks Make a Comeback as Toothpaste Prices Soar
Nigerians are reverting to traditional practices as rising economic pressures make everyday items like toothpaste increasingly unaffordable. The once-common use of chewing sticks, valued for their medicinal properties, is re-emerging among families struggling to manage rising costs. Many families now find that spending over N5,000 on toothpaste, which lasts less than two weeks for a […]
“N85,000 Minimum Wage Isn’t Enough for Lagos’ High Living Costs” – Rhodes-Vivour
“Minimum wage to N85,000 is commendable, but it falls significantly short of addressing the unique cost-of-living challenges faced by Lagos workers.” Labour Party’s recent gubernatorial candidate in Lagos, Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour, criticized the state’s new N85,000 minimum wage increase as inadequate to meet Lagos’s rising cost of living. While acknowledging the move as a positive step, […]
ICYMI: APC Sweeps All 23 Chairmanship and 255 Councillorship Seats in Kaduna Elections: ‘Free, Fair, and Peaceful’
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has won all 23 chairmanship and 255 councillorship seats in Kaduna State’s local government elections, according to the Kaduna State Independent Electoral Commission (KAD-SIECOM). Chairperson Hajara Mohammed announced the results, with eight political parties participating. The APC secured victories across all 23 local government areas, including Kaduna North, Chikun, and […]
Tinubu and Shettima’s 41 Trips in 17 Months: Are Nigerians Seeing the Benefits of Their Extensive Foreign Travel?
In just 17 months, President Bola Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima have collectively embarked on 41 trips across 26 countries, spending half a year abroad. While these foreign engagements are presented as essential for securing international partnerships and investments, many are questioning the tangible benefits for Nigerians, especially amid pressing domestic challenges. With 180 […]
Toy Guns, Gasoline, and the 1993 Nigerian Airways Hijacking
The Day Four Teens Hijacked a Plane… with Toy Guns It’s hard to believe, but in 1993, four Nigerian youth pulled off one of the boldest acts of protest the country has ever seen. Armed with toy guns and cans of petrol, they hijacked a Nigerian Airways plane, demanding the restoration of democracy after the […]
Peter Obi Slams Tinubu and Shettima’s Foreign Trips: ‘Nigeria is Suffering, We Need Leadership Now!’
Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, has criticized President Bola Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima for traveling abroad at a time when Nigeria faces numerous challenges. Tinubu is currently on a working visit to the UK and France, while Shettima is in Sweden for bilateral engagements. Obi expressed concern over their absence, […]
Orji Uzor Kalu Reveals Senators Earn N14M Monthly: ‘It’s Not Enough to Cover Expenses’
Senator Orji Uzor Kalu, representing Abia North, disclosed that his total monthly earnings as a senator amount to N14 million. Speaking on Channels Television’s *Politics Today*, he addressed misconceptions about lawmakers’ affluence, explaining that the N14 million covers all expenses, including salaries and overhead costs. “I earn N14 million for everything in a month, and […]
129 Million Nigerians Now in Poverty Amid Rising Inflation: ‘Growth Fails to Outpace Prices’ Says World Bank
The World Bank’s latest Nigeria Development Update reveals that over 129 million Nigerians are living in poverty, a significant increase from 40.1% in 2018 to 56% in 2024. The report highlights that inflation, slow economic growth, and external shocks have worsened the situation, with food and essential goods becoming unaffordable for many. This rise in […]
Government Needs Money to Provide Services, Says Wike: ‘Pay Your Tax, It’s Very Important’
The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Nyesom Wike, emphasized the importance of government revenue to provide social services during the Abuja Business and Investment Summit. Addressing attendees, Wike stated, “The government needs money. That’s why the government says pay your tax; it’s very important.” Wike highlighted the need for effective partnerships, criticizing past private-sector collaborations […]