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Nigeria’s North-East recorded nearly 2,000 IED explosions in seven years, new report reveals

Nearly 2,000 explosive device incidents hit Nigeria's North-East over seven years, with road-planted IEDs accounting for the largest share of attacks throughout the period.

Dino Melaye says INEC has become a department of APC, demands chairman’s exit

Dino Melaye accused Nigeria's electoral commission of operating as an arm of the ruling APC, calling for the chairman's removal over alleged bias.

CBN Cuts Interest Rate to 26.5% as Inflation Eases

KEY POINTS The CBN reduced its benchmark interest rate from 27% to 26.5%, signaling...

Nigeria’s Inflation Rate Dips Slightly to 15.1%

KEY POINTS Nigeria’s inflation rate edged down to 15.1 percent in January 2026, showing...

Nigeria Inflation Eases to 15.15% in December as NBS Revises Methodology

KEY POINTS Nigeria headline inflation slowed to 15.15 percent in December 2025, reflecting a...

Economy: Experts Question Federal Government’s Positive Assessment

Analysts say Nigeria’s economic gains are largely on paper, with macro improvements yet to translate into real relief for citizens. Experts urge targeted reforms for inclusive growth.

CANMPEF Warns Inflation, Taxes Threaten Industrial Growth

CANMPEF warns inflation, taxes, and forex issues threaten Nigeria’s industrial stability despite modest growth in 2024.

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’s Inflation Crisis Pushes Workers and Employers to the Edge

Nigeria’s inflation crisis is eroding wages and threatening jobs, NECA warns, urging government action to stabilize businesses and protect workers.

Silent Profiteers: How Nigeria’s Inflation Crisis is Making the Rich Richer

KEY POINTS Nigeria’s inflation crisis is enriching politically connected importers, wholesalers, and landlords who...

The Quiet Exodus: Why Nigeria’s Middle Class is Trading City Lights for Rural Living

KEY POINTS Rising inflation, insecurity, and urban stress are driving middle-class Nigerians to relocate...

The Owambe Economy: Celebrating Through Crisis in an Era of Soaring Inflation

KEY POINTS Despite soaring inflation, Nigeria’s owambe celebrations remain widespread, with families spending millions...

Five Nigerian Cities Experiencing the Fastest Rising Cost of Living in 2025

KEY POINTS Lagos, Abuja, Port Harcourt, Uyo, and Jos are the top five Nigerian...

Nigeria’s Inflation Rate Declines to 23.71% in April

KEY POINTS Nigeria's annual inflation rate decreased to 23.71% in April 2025 from 24.23%...

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Nigeria’s North-East recorded nearly 2,000 IED explosions in seven years, new report reveals

Nearly 2,000 explosive device incidents hit Nigeria's North-East over seven years, with road-planted IEDs accounting for the largest share of attacks throughout the period.

Dino Melaye says INEC has become a department of APC, demands chairman’s exit

Dino Melaye accused Nigeria's electoral commission of operating as an arm of the ruling APC, calling for the chairman's removal over alleged bias.

David Mark leads mass protest at INEC as ADC demands chairman’s resignation over democracy fears

David Mark led opposition figures to INEC's Abuja headquarters Wednesday, demanding the electoral commission chairman's resignation over alleged interference in party affairs

Gunmen kill at least 20 in Niger State, attack miners in Plateau as Kebbi communities burn

Gunmen riding motorbikes swept into Bagna and Erena villages before dawn Tuesday, killing at least 20 people and sending residents fleeing to nearby towns.