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Trump Threatens Tariffs on 60 Countries Over Forced Labour Allegations Economy, International

Trump Threatens Tariffs on 60 Countries Over Forced Labour Allegations

US President Donald Trump has proposed new tariffs on about 60 countries, including the UK, EU members, and Canada, citing …

2 mins read 89 views
Jun 03, 2026
CBN Redeploys Deputy Governors in Major Portfolio Reshuffle Economy, Nigeria

CBN Redeploys Deputy Governors in Major Portfolio Reshuffle

The Central Bank of Nigeria has announced a major redeployment of its deputy governors, reassigning key portfolios across economic policy, …

1 mins read 67 views
Jun 01, 2026
Wabara Praises Otti Over Transformation of Aba’s Ariaria Market Economy, Abia

Wabara Praises Otti Over Transformation of Aba’s Ariaria Market

Former Senate President Adolphus Wabara says the ongoing remodelling of Ariaria International Market reflects serious efforts to restore Aba’s commercial …

1 mins read 83 views
May 27, 2026
Dangote Explains Why He Abandoned Arsenal Takeover Bid Economy, Sports

Dangote Explains Why He Abandoned Arsenal Takeover Bid

Africa’s richest man, Aliko Dangote, says he shelved plans to buy Arsenal in order to focus on completing his $20 …

2 mins read 95 views
May 14, 2026
Abia Police, NIPR Deepen Collaboration on Community Policing and Public Safety Economy, Sports, Politics, Entertainment, Business, Opinion & Interviews, Finance, Technology, Nigeria, Education, Celebrity, Health, International

Abia Police, NIPR Deepen Collaboration on Community Policing and Public Safety

The Abia State Police Command has reiterated its commitment to stronger community engagement and stakeholder collaboration following a courtesy visit …

1 mins read 201 views
May 14, 2026
FG Nears Approval for $1.25bn World Bank Loan Amid Rising Debt Concerns Economy, Nigeria

FG Nears Approval for $1.25bn World Bank Loan Amid Rising Debt Concerns

The Federal Government is in advanced talks with the World Bank over a proposed $1.25bn loan aimed at supporting economic …

4 mins read 132 views
May 12, 2026
Why Tough Procurement Laws Have Failed to End Corruption in Nigeria Economy, Nigeria, Politics

Why Tough Procurement Laws Have Failed to End Corruption in Nigeria

Despite having strong procurement laws and oversight agencies, Nigeria continues to struggle with corruption in public spending due to weak …

2 mins read 129 views
May 12, 2026
‘It’s false’ – Dangote denies alleged rift with Tony Elumelu Economy, Business

‘It’s false’ – Dangote denies alleged rift with Tony Elumelu

The Dangote Group has dismissed reports alleging a fallout between its President, Aliko Dangote, and UBA Chairman Tony Elumelu, describing …

2 mins read 155 views
May 02, 2026
Tinubu Tasks New Envoys to Improve Nigeria’s Image, Drive Foreign Investment Economy, Nigeria

Tinubu Tasks New Envoys to Improve Nigeria’s Image, Drive Foreign Investment

President Bola Tinubu has urged newly appointed ambassadors and high commissioners to project a better image of Nigeria abroad while …

3 mins read 102 views
Apr 28, 2026
Otti Cuts Abia Debt by N141bn, Reduces Burden to N48bn in Three Years Economy, Abia

Otti Cuts Abia Debt by N141bn, Reduces Burden to N48bn in Three Years

Abia State Governor Alex Otti has slashed the state’s inherited debt from N191bn to about N48bn, marking a major shift …

2 mins read 130 views
Apr 20, 2026
Fuel Price Hike Driven by Global Factors, Not Tinubu — APC Chieftain Economy, Nigeria, Politics

Fuel Price Hike Driven by Global Factors, Not Tinubu — APC Chieftain

APC leader Soni Abang says rising fuel prices are influenced by global economic conditions, defending President Tinubu’s policies.

1 mins read 125 views
Apr 19, 2026
Customs Steps Up Excise Enforcement, Eyes N400bn Revenue Target for 2026 Economy, Nigeria

Customs Steps Up Excise Enforcement, Eyes N400bn Revenue Target for 2026

The Nigeria Customs Service is ramping up excise compliance efforts as it works towards achieving a N400 billion revenue target …

1 mins read 110 views
Apr 16, 2026