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Senator Ndume says Nigeria can end insecurity in 6 months if FG gets serious

Senator Ali Ndume says Nigeria can end insecurity within six months if the federal government shows genuine commitment and arms its soldiers properly.

Nigeria’s power sector cost government N418bn in subsidies as losses topped N300bn in Q4 2025

Nigeria's electricity regulator says the federal government absorbed N418.79bn in power subsidies in the fourth quarter of 2025, as sector losses exceeded N300bn.

Bakare Criticizes Tinubu’s Leadership in Scathing Easter Address

Pastor Tunde Bakare criticizes President Tinubu’s leadership, urging a change in approach and highlighting economic struggles under his rule.

NLC Plans Nationwide Protest Against Telecom Tariff Hike

NLC engages in extensive national protests because of the 50% rise in telecom tariffs.

NANS to FG: Address Hunger or Face More Tragic Stampedes

Fatal stampedes rise, NANS warned FG to act on hunger crisis.

Mixed Reactions Follow President Tinubu’s Protest Broadcast

Reactions are mixed to President Tinubu’s address to protesters in Nigeria.

Kano Governor Declares 24-Hour Curfew

Kano Governor Abba Yusuf declares a 24-hour curfew following violent protests against economic hardship, urging unity and compliance for safety.

 Abuja Protests: Defiant Crowds Overrun Government Complex

Thousands of determined protesters have overrun Abuja's Federal Secretariat Complex, defying security forces as they rally against economic hardships and rising tensions.

Looming Strike Threatens to Deepen Economic Hardship

Nigerian rights group CERON warns the government of a looming labor strike that could worsen the nation's economic hardship. The group urges renewed negotiations between the government and labor unions to reach a compromise on a new minimum wage. With Nigerians already struggling, a strike would further erode purchasing power and potentially lead to social unrest.

GYSAPEO Pushes for Agricultural Investment, Targets 10 Million Youths

GYSAPEO advocates for increased agricultural investment by the Nigerian government to counteract food price hikes, aiming to support 10 million youths.

Biafra Group Threatens to Stop Hunger Protests in Southeast Nigeria

The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has issued a stern warning to anyone planning...

Nigeria Customs Seizes 15 Trucks in Sokoto Amid Crackdown on Food Smuggling

Nigeria steps up action against food smuggling with truck seizures in Sokoto, as government efforts to stabilize prices intensify nationwide.

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Senator Ndume says Nigeria can end insecurity in 6 months if FG gets serious

Senator Ali Ndume says Nigeria can end insecurity within six months if the federal government shows genuine commitment and arms its soldiers properly.

Nigeria’s power sector cost government N418bn in subsidies as losses topped N300bn in Q4 2025

Nigeria's electricity regulator says the federal government absorbed N418.79bn in power subsidies in the fourth quarter of 2025, as sector losses exceeded N300bn.

Nigeria recorded 3.38 million internally displaced persons across 14 states in 2023, NBS report shows

Nigeria recorded 3,381,228 internally displaced persons across 14 states in 2023, with Borno State accounting for more than half of all cases.

Boko Haram kills colonel and 6 soldiers in Borno as herdsmen attacks leave 14 dead in Benue

A Nigerian Army colonel and six soldiers were killed in a Boko Haram attack in Borno State on April 12, 2026.