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20m Nigerian Homes Stick to Firewood Over Cooking Gas

Despite rising LPG production, over 20 million Nigerian households rely on firewood and charcoal due to high costs. Experts warn of deforestation and health risks as government targets 5 million cylinders by 2030.

Gas Crisis Fuels Deforestation as Prices Soar

Despite vast gas reserves, soaring LPG prices force Nigerian households back to firewood and charcoal, deepening health risks and accelerating forest loss. Experts warn of a growing energy poverty crisis.

FIRS Replaced by NRS in Major Nigerian Tax Reform

Nigeria's FIRS is now the Nigeria Revenue Service (NRS) following landmark 2025 legislation. Discover how this shift promises transparency, efficiency, and a new era of public finance management for all citizens.

$532,828 Grant for Bayelsa Solar Minigrid Project

Shell-funded All On awards a $532,828 grant to Darway Coast Ltd to build a solar hybrid minigrid in Akeddei, Bayelsa. The project aims to connect over 1,000 customers by Q1 2026, boosting clean energy access in the Niger Delta.

Celebrities Lose Millions of Followers as X Purges Bots

Global superstars including Rihanna, Cristiano Ronaldo, and Taylor Swift have seen their X follower counts plummet by millions as Elon Musk cracks down on bot and inactive accounts. Discover the staggering numbers and what it means for the platform's futu

Africa's $90B Debt Crisis Blocks Climate Action

African countries spent $90B on debt servicing in 2024 while climate finance falls short. G20 summit must deliver debt relief to unlock Africa's green transition and global climate security.

AfDB approves $500m loan for Nigeria's budget

African Development Bank approves $500 million budget support for Nigeria to boost non-oil revenues and energy sector reforms. Learn how this impacts Nigeria's economic growth.

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