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President Tinubu Defends Cabinet Size and Tax Reforms as Essential for Nigeria’s Growth

In his first Presidential Media Chat on Monday, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu firmly rejected calls to reduce the size of his cabinet, highlighting...

Metro

Challenges and Expectations Amidst Economic Hardship in Nigeria

Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour, the former Lagos State governorship candidate on the Labour Party platform, has raised concerns about the rising hardship faced by Nigerians...

Metro

Optimism Surrounding Nigeria’s 2025 Budget: A Path to Prosperity

The Deputy President of the Senate, Barau Jibrin, has expressed high optimism about the 2025 budget submitted by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Senator...

World

Peter Obi and the Dwindling Momentum: A Reflection on the Opposition Landscape in Nigeria

In the aftermath of Nigeria’s 2023 general elections, the political terrain remains turbulent, with the opposition struggling to maintain relevance and cohesion. At...

Crime & conflict

Chrystia Freeland Resigns Over Tariff Dispute, Signals Crisis for Trudeau Government

In a move that sent shockwaves through Canadian politics, Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland resigned on Monday after a public...

Economy

Impact of Naira Depreciation on Nigeria’s Manufactured Goods Trade in Q3 2024

The steep depreciation of the naira since June 2023 has left a significant mark on Nigeria’s trade landscape, particularly in the manufacturing sector....

Metro

EFCC Apprehends Suspected Fraudster for $8 Million Cryptocurrency Scam Targeting Australians

In a significant crackdown on international fraud, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arrested Osang Otukpa, a suspected online fraudster, accused...

Politics

Tackling Corruption and Strengthening Financial Management in Nigeria: ICAN’s Call for Action

Corruption and financial mismanagement remain critical issues undermining Nigeria’s development, as highlighted by Davidson Alaribe, the President of the Institute of Chartered Accountants...

Economy

Borrowing to finance government policies a necessity – Tinubu Ministers

The Minister of Finance, Wale Edun, and the Minister of Budget and National Planning, Atiku Bagudu, have emphasized the necessity of increased borrowing...

Economy

Federal Government Reports $20 Billion Savings from Subsidy Removal

The Federal Government of Nigeria has announced a $20 billion savings following the removal of the petrol subsidy and the adoption of market-driven...