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Nigeria’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) grew by 3.13% in real terms year-on-year in the first quarter of 2025, according to the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS). This growth rate is higher than the 2.27% recorded in the first quarter of 2024. The NBS report attributed the growth to a mix of services, agriculture, and […]
A lively debate has unfolded between Dr. Abati and Kenneth Okonkwo regarding Okpebholo’s recent statement, with differing perspectives on whether it should be viewed as an ethnic attack or a legal issue. Kenneth Okonkwo argues that it’s unhelpful to ethnicize Okpebholo’s statement, emphasizing that the focus should be on the legal implications of the […]
Two individuals, identified as Sunday Danjuma and Jacob Audu, were shot by policemen deployed to quell a protest in Karsana community, Abuja Municipal Area Council (AMAC), over the demolition of houses. The incident occurred when natives, whose homes were demolished, attempted to force their way into the community, prompting police to open fire. The community […]
Despite significant economic headwinds, including sharp currency depreciation and rising input costs, BUA Cement Plc recorded an impressive financial performance in 2024, with revenue soaring to N877 billion, up from N460 billion in 2023 nearly a 91% increase. The company’s success, revealed during its 2024 annual report presentation in Abuja, reflects a blend of strategic […]
The Julius Abure-led Labour Party has firmly ruled out participating in any political coalition ahead of the 2027 general elections. This decision was announced during a press briefing held after the party’s National Executive Council (NEC) meeting on Monday in Abuja. The resolutions from the meeting were signed by the National Chairman, Julius Abure, […]
Trade between Nigeria and Egypt has seen a remarkable surge, rising by 68.45% within the span of a year from $187 million in 2023 to $315 million in 2024 signaling a renewed momentum in economic ties between the two African powerhouses. The development was disclosed by Egypt’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Badr Abdelatty, on […]
Youth Minister Ayodele Olawande asserts that President Bola Tinubu’s ongoing reforms will soon render Nigeria appealing enough for expatriates to consider returning. Olawande shared these insights with journalists during the coronation anniversary of Aladetoyinbo Aladelusi, the Deji of Akure, over the weekend. He emphasized that the federal government is taking intentional measures to re-engage […]
The leadership crisis rocking the All Farmers Association of Nigeria (AFAN) has taken a new turn as the sacked president, Kabir Ibrahim, announced plans to challenge his removal at the Supreme Court. This follows the recent judgment by the Court of Appeal, which upheld an earlier ruling by the Federal High Court affirming […]
Nigeria’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) has been officially rebased to ₦205 trillion, up from the previous estimate of ₦80 trillion. The new figure reflects a 41.7% increase compared to the last rebasing exercise conducted in 2014. The announcement was made by the Statistician General of the Federation and CEO of the National […]
The Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, on Monday met with a group of retired police officers protesting poor welfare and their inclusion in the Contributory Pension Scheme (CPS). The meeting, which took place at the Peacekeeping Hall of the Force Headquarters in Abuja, followed a dramatic protest earlier in the day at the […]
