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PDP demands probe of gifts to INEC officials

The Peoples Democratic Party called Tuesday for a formal investigation into reports that a minister in President Bola Tinubu's cabinet offered land and cash gifts to senior Independent National Electoral Commission officials.

Umahi unveils South-East Former Governors Forum in Enugu

Minister of Works David Umahi launched the South-East Former Governors Forum in Enugu on Tuesday, establishing a cross-party advisory platform to counsel serving governors on zonal and national development issues.

Empty Stomachs Are Becoming Nigeria’s Biggest Threat

Hunger is now Nigeria’s hidden security crisis, hurting families, raising crime, and weakening trust in government across the country.

Food Imports Surge 45% as Local Production Struggles to Keep Up

Nigeria’s food imports jumped 45% in H1 2025 as insecurity and weak agricultural output hurt local production capacity.

Nigeria Prioritizes Livestock Industry to Boost Food Security

Minister Abubakar Kyari says developing Nigeria’s livestock industry is crucial for food security, job creation, and rural economic growth.

The Silent Billion-Dollar Hustle: How Nigerian Market Women Sustain Africa’s Food Security

KEY POINTS Nigeria’s 15 million market women move 70% of the nation’s food, generating...

Tinubu Declares National Emergency on Food Security

Tinubu declares a national emergency on food security, urging the expansion of irrigation infrastructure in Africa

FG, AfDB Launch Special Agro-Industrial Zones Plan in Cross River

FG and AfDB launch SAPZ in Cross River, aiming to transform agriculture and create jobs while ensuring food security across Nigeria

Minister Seeks Partnerships For 3.2 Million Displaced Nigerians

Minister Yilwatda appeals for alliances to help the 3.2 million Nigerian population who require support by establishing security for food and financial autonomy.

Nigeria Pledges 25% Cut in Post-Harvest Losses for Food Security

Nigeria commits to reducing post-harvest losses by 25%, boosting food security and jobs through the Special Agro-Industrial Processing Zones initiative.

Military Troops Deployed to Safeguard Farms Amid Food Crisis

In response to escalating threats from bandits and terrorists, the Nigerian military has deployed...

Nigeria’s Inflation Climbs to 34.19% in June, Driven by Food Prices

Nigeria's inflation rate rose to 34.19% in June, driven by rising food prices. This significant increase poses serious concerns for the economy and citizens.

Tinubu Sets Ambitious Goals: 2 Million BPD Oil, 6GW Electricity, 135M Tonnes Food

Explore Bola Tinubu's ambitious agenda to propel Nigeria's economic sectors of oil, electricity, and agriculture to new heights.

High Food Prices Strain Nigerians’ Incomes

High food prices in Nigeria are placing significant strain on household incomes, exacerbating economic challenges across the country.

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PDP demands probe of gifts to INEC officials

The Peoples Democratic Party called Tuesday for a formal investigation into reports that a minister in President Bola Tinubu's cabinet offered land and cash gifts to senior Independent National Electoral Commission officials.

Umahi unveils South-East Former Governors Forum in Enugu

Minister of Works David Umahi launched the South-East Former Governors Forum in Enugu on Tuesday, establishing a cross-party advisory platform to counsel serving governors on zonal and national development issues.

NCC orders telcos to pay subscribers for outages

The Nigerian Communications Commission ordered mobile operators to automatically compensate subscribers with airtime credits when prolonged or repeated service failures occur, under a new framework effective April 2026.

Williams commissions Tetracore CNG station in Benin City

KEY POINTS Dr. Olakunle Williams commissioned Tetracore Energy Group's new CNG station in Uwusan,...