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FG Launches Free Nationwide Training to Empower 10 Million Nigerians

By Elizabeth Ugbo The Federal Government, led by Kashim Shettima, has launched a nationwide training programme to equip 10 million…

Nigeria Loses N40trn Yearly to Power Crisis – NISO Warns

By Elizabeth Ugbo Nigeria loses about N40 trillion annually to electricity shortages, according to the Nigerian Independent System Operator (NISO).…

Zamfara Approves N87bn Health Budget to Upgrade 23 Hospitals and PHCs

By Elizabeth Ugbo The Zamfara State Government, led by Dauda Lawal, has approved N87 billion for healthcare in 2026. The…

Tinubu–Starmer Meeting Drives UK-Nigeria Economic Partnership

By Elizabeth Ugbo President Bola Ahmed Tinubu met Prime Minister Keir Starmer in London to strengthen bilateral ties. The talks…

Nigeria Records $6.44bn Capital Importation in Q4 2025 as Foreign Investment Rises

By Elizabeth Ugbo Nigeria recorded a total capital importation of $6.44bn in the fourth quarter of 2025, according to the…

The Trouble With the North: Why Elite Consensus Matters for Development

By Elizabeth Ugbo Northern Nigeria faces rising poverty, insecurity, and poor education. The region’s elites struggle to unite on development…

Kwankwaso Hosts Obi, Makinde, Dickson in Kano for Sallah Celebration

By Elizabeth Ugbo Former Kano State governor and leader of the Kwankwasiyya movement, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, hosted Peter Obi, Seyi…

SERAP Demands Transparency Over Alleged ₦210 Trillion Discrepancy in NNPCL Accounts

By Elizabeth Ugbo The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has asked Senate President Godswill Akpabio to ensure full transparency…

Dangote Succession Plan: Daughters Take Charge of Africa’s Largest Empire

By Elizabeth ugbo On February 16, 2026, Dangote Industries Limited announced major executive appointments in Lagos, Nigeria. The company elevated…

Fuel Price Hike: Dangote Refinery Raises Petrol Price Amid Global Tensions

By Elizabeth Ugbo Nigeria’s Dangote Refinery has increased petrol prices, effective midnight March 21, 2026, due to rising global uncertainties,…