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Edun and Dangiwa resigned from cabinet, presidency confirms

Wale Edun and Ahmed Musa Dangiwa resigned from Tinubu's cabinet on their own, the presidency says, denying reports that the President sacked the two ministers.

Falaye opens NSITF help desk to fast-track civil service compensation

Nigeria's social insurance fund chief Oluwaseun Falaye has opened a new help desk to speed compensation claims for federal civil servants in treasury-funded ministries.

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%...

Edo Governor Okpebholo Announces ₦75,000 Minimum Wage

KEY POINTS Edo State raises minimum wage to ₦75,000, exceeding rates in Lagos and...

Nigeria’s Inflation Surges to 24.23% as Food Prices Bite Harder

KEY POINTS Nigeria's inflation accelerates to 24.23% in March, with food prices rising 21.79%...

Nigeria’s Inflation Rate Drops to 23.18% in February 2025

KEY POINTS  Nigeria’s inflation rate dropped to 23.18% in February 2025, down from 24.48%...

Nigeria’s Inflation Battle Intensifies as MPC Meets

Nigeria's inflation battle intensifies as the MPC meets to decide on measures to curb rising prices. Key areas include interest rates, currency stability, and food security.

High Food Prices Strain Nigerians’ Incomes

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

Nigeria’s Central Bank Doubles Down on Inflation Fight

Nigerians are feeling the pinch of rising prices, and the Central Bank is taking decisive action. Governor Dr. Olayemi Cardoso reaffirmed the Monetary Policy Committee's (MPC) commitment to keeping interest rates high to combat inflation. This comes after two significant interest rate hikes in 2024, pushing the benchmark lending rate to a record 24.75%.

Stronger Naira Fails to Alleviate Food Insecurity Woes

Despite the recent strengthening of Nigeria's currency, the Naira, against the US dollar, many...

NLC Threatens to Demand N1 Million Minimum Wage Amid Inflation Crisis

The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has warned that it may push for a new...

Kano Cracks Down on Food Hoarders Amid Inflation Crisis

Kano, Nigeria - The Kano State Public Complaints and Anti Corruption Commission has seized...

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Edun and Dangiwa resigned from cabinet, presidency confirms

Wale Edun and Ahmed Musa Dangiwa resigned from Tinubu's cabinet on their own, the presidency says, denying reports that the President sacked the two ministers.

Falaye opens NSITF help desk to fast-track civil service compensation

Nigeria's social insurance fund chief Oluwaseun Falaye has opened a new help desk to speed compensation claims for federal civil servants in treasury-funded ministries.

Troops Foil Mob Attack on NSCDC Outpost in Plateau, Prevent Escalation of Violence

KEY POINTS Troops of the Nigerian Army foiled an attempted attack by angry youths...

Cross River Tracks 10 Contacts of COVID-19 Patient

KEY POINTS A Chinese national working in Cross River tested positive for COVID-19 and...