The Federal Government has set a December 20 deadline to settle all outstanding payments owed to road contractors, following protests over N4 trillion in delayed project financing. Minister David Umahi announced the presidential directive.
Nigeria's AMCON has repaid N3.6 trillion to the CBN from debt recovery and asset sales since 2010. The corporation still owes N3 trillion and is engaged in over 3,000 lawsuits. Read the full report.
An expert reveals how major societal disruptions like #EndSARS protests and the Twitter ban transformed news consumption in Nigeria, eroding trust in traditional media and empowering citizen journalism.
Nigeria's AMCON has repaid N3.6 trillion to the CBN, achieving an 87% recovery rate. CEO Gbenga Alade reveals plans to trace global assets of debtors. Read the full report.
Indigenous contractors block the Federal Ministry of Finance in Abuja, demanding payment of N760 billion for completed 2024 projects. The protest disrupts government activities as financial distress deepens.
Nigeria raises $2.25bn via a heavily oversubscribed Eurobond, attracting over $13bn in orders. Analysts credit recent fiscal reforms and FX liberalisation for renewed global investor confidence in Africa's largest economy.
Indigenous contractors protest at Nigeria's Finance Ministry over ₦500 billion unpaid debts, accusing the government of reneging on promises. They demand payment to save jobs and businesses.
Nigeria's public debt surges to N152.39 trillion as experts warn short-term investments threaten fiscal stability. State debts see historic decline. Read the full analysis.
Olisa Agbakoba Legal urges FG to implement maritime reforms, unlocking N70 trillion yearly to service Nigeria's N152.4 trillion public debt and stop massive revenue losses.
Dangote Refinery increases cooking gas price to N820 per kg, triggering nationwide retail hikes just before Christmas. Analysts question the move amid favourable global oil trends. Read more.
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.
Discover how sustained citizen advocacy through Oxfam programs influenced Nigeria's new tax laws and climate justice initiatives, empowering communities across multiple states.
New RPI African Policy Index 2025 reveals Nigeria suffers one of Africa's largest trust gaps between policy delivery and citizen confidence. Discover the governance crisis and solutions.
Kenya faces multiple crises: public debt hits 68% of GDP, 41 protest deaths, rising femicide cases, and environmental breakdown. Can President Ruto's priorities save East Africa's powerhouse?
Justice Minister Lateef Fagbemi reveals ongoing justice sector reforms focusing on citizen access and system efficiency at Lafia conference. Learn how this supports Tinubu's economic agenda.
Zamfara First Lady Hajiya Huriyya Lawal has secured the freedom of 436 inmates by settling their N67.2m debt. The intervention occurred during a mass wedding ceremony for 200 orphans in Gusau.
A Nigerian man expresses outrage over First Lady's dinner invitation to senators while the nation grapples with mass abductions and killings. Read his powerful response.
A Nigerian couple borrowed $88,000 for their wedding and will repay $158,924 over 17 years. Shocking details revealed by friend spark wedding cost debate.
Former Ethiopian PM warns G20: Africa spends $90B on debt servicing while climate finance falls short. Debt relief essential for global climate security. Read more.
Nigerian contractors under ANC appeal to President Tinubu for payment of debts owed since January 2024. They face financial crisis ahead of Christmas due to heavy bank interests.
Nigerian Senate pushes for firearm law review to allow responsible citizens own guns following escalating attacks in Kwara, Kebbi, Niger states. Urgent action demanded.
European Central Bank warns AI valuations may be overstretched and sovereign debt levels threaten financial stability. Learn how this affects global markets.
African leaders warn Europe must help break debt cycle as countries pay $163bn annually. Unsustainable debt hampers climate resilience and development across the continent.
The G20 summit in South Africa endorsed a declaration focusing on critical minerals, climate finance, and debt relief for developing nations. Discover the key outcomes.
A Nigerian woman shares her joy after obtaining US citizenship through marriage to an American man. Watch her emotional TikTok video and read reactions from social media users.
Federal High Court directs Lagos Police to withdraw officers from Nestoil facilities in ongoing debt dispute with FBNQuest Merchant Bank. Latest ruling shifts case dynamics.
A Nigerian woman's N16,000 loan from a mobile app escalated to N365,000 repayment demand. Discover the shocking details and public reactions to this predatory lending case.
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi insists the $135 billion stimulus is fiscally responsible despite market concerns. Includes energy subsidies and tax cuts to combat inflation.
IPMAN alerts Nigeria of potential fuel disruption as NMDPRA delays debt payments for over 3 years. Association seeks FG intervention while praising NNPC settlement.
Sonia Exelby, 32, with mental health history, was found buried in Florida after arranging her violent death online. Dwain Hall faces murder charges.