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Obasanjo says 13% derivation is only a start for oil-producing states

Former president Olusegun Obasanjo says the 13% derivation is only a starting point for oil producing states, as Bayelsa governor Douye Diri calls it inadequate.
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Nigeria spent N7.7 trillion on debt interest in six months, 124% of its revenue, World Bank says

Nigeria spent N7.7 trillion on interest in the first half of 2026, equal to 124.2% of its N6.2 trillion revenue, according to the World Bank.
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Tinubu Inherits Economic Crisis, Presidency Defends Policies

Facing critical reports, the Nigerian Presidency clarifies the economic challenges inherited by President Tinubu and the strategic measures implemented for recovery.
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Cross River State Workers Disappointed Over New Minimum Wage Announcement

Workers in Cross River State express disappointment after Governor Otu announces a new minimum wage of N40,000, citing insufficient support amid rising costs.
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Nigeria’s Cash Hoarding Crisis Escalates, Impacts Monetary Policy

In Nigeria, over N3.41 trillion, or 92% of all currency, is held outside the banking system, severely disrupting monetary policy and economic stability.
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Akpabio: Government Unsure of Specific Charges for Emefiele

Senate President Godswill Akpabio highlights Nigeria's struggle with past economic policies and the government's indecision on charges against former CBN Governor Emefiele, calling for national patience.
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CUPP Secretary Links Crime Surge to Fuel Subsidy Removal

Peter Ameh blames Nigeria's growing crime and poverty on the federal government's decision to remove fuel subsidies.

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Obasanjo says 13% derivation is only a start for oil-producing states

Former president Olusegun Obasanjo says the 13% derivation is only a starting point for oil producing states, as Bayelsa governor Douye Diri calls it inadequate.
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Nigeria spent N7.7 trillion on debt interest in six months, 124% of its revenue, World Bank says

Nigeria spent N7.7 trillion on interest in the first half of 2026, equal to 124.2% of its N6.2 trillion revenue, according to the World Bank.
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Nigeria opens 2026 licensing round with 40 oil blocks as output hits 1.82 million barrels a day

Nigeria has launched its 2026 oil licensing round, offering 40 blocks across land, shallow water and deepwater, as crude and condensate output rises to 1.82 million barrels a day.
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“Even a pregnant woman suffers”: Ogun’s Oke Sefu residents beg Gov. Abiodun to fix flooded, pothole-ridden road

Residents of Oke Sefu community in Ibafo, Ogun State, are appealing to the state government to repair a flooded, pothole-ridden access road that has disrupted livelihoods.